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Costs and included work
For building a patio, compare the scope first: survey, groundworks, landscaping materials and waste removal. A price is useful only when supply and finishing work are clearly defined.
| Work / price basis | Starting indication | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Building a patio | Price on request | Survey, groundworks, landscaping materials and waste removal |
What affects your total?
Access, ground conditions, level differences and existing planting can make a flat rate per square metre misleading. Discuss specialist landscaping with a gardener; it is not automatically part of a building contract.
What to send with your request
Send garden dimensions, changes in level, desired layout and access width. Include your postcode, preferred schedule and the elements that must remain, so the scope can be assessed.
Plan size and layout
Allow for furniture, walking routes, doors and garden access. Consider sun, shade and how the patio meets planting and existing paths.
Prepare the ground
The required excavation and base depend on the soil, paving system and expected loads. Have levels and drainage designed to avoid directing water towards the building.
Compare materials and details
Stone, concrete and other finishes differ in appearance and maintenance. Discuss edging, joints, slip conditions and replacement of individual pieces as part of the specification.
Request a complete quote
Include removal, ground preparation, materials, laying, drainage and waste handling. Confirm thresholds and any interfaces with an extension before work begins.