Southampton and within 20 miles
Patio Laying in Southampton
Thoughtfully laid patios that turn the space outside your home into somewhere practical, welcoming and built for everyday life.
Planned for your property
A sound foundation and a finish that belongs
From the first digout to the final joint, preparation and clean lines are central to every patio. We help you choose a layout that suits the property, garden and way you want to use the space.
Ashley stays closely involved from the first conversation to the final tidy-up, so you always know who is responsible for your project.
What you can expect
- Natural stone and porcelain options
- Careful levels and drainage
- Neat edges and lasting foundations
Costs
What does a new patio cost?
Every garden is priced after a visit, because the base, access and slab choice move the figure more than the size does. These are the typical Hampshire ranges we see, supplied only as a rough guide before we measure up.
Guide figures only, based on recent local work. Your quotation follows a site visit.
Timescales
How long does patio laying take?
Day one
Old surface lifted, digout to depth and spoil taken away.
Day two
Sub-base laid, compacted and checked for falls away from the house.
Days three and four
Slabs laid to the agreed pattern, cuts made at edges and steps.
Final day
Joints filled, edges pointed and the garden swept clean.
Guides
Helpful reading before you commit
How much does a patio cost in Southampton?
Real square metre rates, what the base adds and why two quotes for the same garden can differ by thousands.
Read the guide ComparisonsPatio or decking: which is right for your garden?
A straight comparison on cost, upkeep, lifespan and sloping ground, with no preference for the dearer option.
Read the guide ProcessHow long does it take to lay a patio?
A realistic day by day programme, what causes delays and when you can actually use the finished surface.
Read the guideCommon questions
Patios: your questions answered
How much does a patio cost per square metre in Southampton?
Most patios we lay work out between £120 and £220 per square metre including groundwork and materials. Porcelain sits at the top of that range, concrete slabs at the bottom.
Do I need planning permission for a patio?
Normally no. A ground level patio in a domestic garden is usually permitted, though we will point it out if your levels, boundary or a listed property need checking first.
Can a patio be laid in winter?
Yes. We avoid laying in hard frost, but autumn and winter are good months for the digout and base so the slabs can go down early in the season.
Will you take away the old slabs?
Yes. Lifting and removing the existing surface is written into the quote so there is no skip surprise later on.
How do you stop water sitting on the patio?
We build in a slight fall away from the house and, where the ground holds water, add a channel or soakaway before any slab is laid.
Plan ahead
Book winter groundwork so your garden is ready for spring
Autumn and winter are useful times to tackle digouts, levelling, fencing and foundations. Get the preparation done before the days get longer.
Areas covered
Local landscaping within 20 miles
Ready to improve your garden?
Arrange a free site quotation with Ashley.