If you’re trying to budget for a new patio, you’ll need to factor in the cost of installation. On average, it will cost between £450 and £6,000 to have a patio professionally installed. Of course, the final cost will depend on the size and materials of your patio, as well as the company you choose to install it. But with a little research, you can find a patio that fits both your budget and your needs.
When you are budgeting for your patio, there are various other costs you need to take into account. The below table sets out additional costs for laying a patio:
– Cost of materials: this will vary depending on the type of patio you want. Expect to pay more for natural stone than for concrete slabs, for example.
– Cost of labour: if you are not laying the patio yourself, you will need to factor in the cost of hiring a professional to do the job for you.
– Cost of additional features: if you want your patio to have features such as a built-in BBQ, Outside lighting or a water feature, this will obviously add to the cost.
Laying a patio is not as difficult as one might think. The most important thing is to make sure that the area where the patio will be located is level. Once the area is level, the next step is to mark out the space with string or chalk so that you know where the patio will go.
After that, it’s time to start excavating the area to a depth of 150mm followed by laying a hard-core base of 100mm and top off with 30mm of sand or grit. Once the area is excavated, it’s time to start laying the patio stones.
This is where you have some flexibility in terms of design. You can lay the stones in a variety of patterns or simply lay them in a single layer. Once the stones are in place, it’s time to fill any gaps with sand or mortar. Finally, you need to brush or wash the patio so that it’s clean and ready to use. For a exact estimate of how much your patio will cost please contact us here
