New Patio - How much did yours cost?

pearl123

Hi
Just trying to get an idea of how it costs to put in a new patio?
If a few people could list, size, materials and cost it would be really helpful.
I'm on a bit of a budget so I don't want to drag trades people in for a quote unless I can afford it.
Thank you.

dominoman

If you're on a budget do it yourself. It may take a few weekends but it'll be cheap and very satisfying to see the results. Plus it means you don't have to worry about getting a cowboy.

Have a look at pavingexpert.com and you'll learn everything you need to know.

tonyh66

how long is a piece of string, cost depends on size and type of paving.
Im doing one at the minute using slabs I already have approx 3.5m x 2.5m the sand/cement mix is costing approx £50 that gives me 50mm of bed to lay the slabs onto.

Jaguar_Skills

Patio.

Excavate site for new patio on two levels. Clear all debris and spoil from site.
Supply and fit drainage channel along conservatory and garage walls.
Lay compacted granular sub-base for patio.
Supply and lay new patio paving (specified below) to design you supplied.

Black Limestone. Total Cost £3660.
Chinese Slate. Total Cost £3940.
Black Brazilian Slate. Total Cost £4260.

If you want a picture to judge area I can send one if you want.

pearl123

dominoman wrote: »

If you're on a budget do it yourself. It may take a few weekends but it'll be cheap and very satisfying to see the results. Plus it means you don't have to worry about getting a cowboy.

Have a look at pavingexpert.com and you'll learn everything you need to know.

Thanks for the link.
I'm a woman with a frozen shoulder and the moment so I don't think I'll be laying a patio. OH thinks they are a hard diy job. He's done small areas in previous properties.