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Patios

Slabs, porcelain, and natural stone patios — laid and repaired

Patios are paved outdoor living areas constructed from slabs, porcelain tiles, or natural stone. Professional installation includes proper sub-base preparation, mortar bedding, correct falls for drainage, and neat jointing for a durable, attractive finish.

Common Damage

1. Uneven & Sunken Areas

  • Ground movement causing misalignment
  • Slabs sinking in places

2. Cracked or Chipped Slabs

  • Damage across surface from wear or impact

3. Loose Paving

  • Failed or deteriorated bedding mortar

4. Worn Jointing

  • Jointing worn, missing, or eroded
  • Allows weed growth between slabs

5. Poor Drainage

  • Standing water in low spots

6. Unstable Edging

  • Edging and borders deteriorated

Repairs

minor Repairs

  • Repointed joints using mortar or specialist compound
  • Re-secured or repaired edging

moderate Repairs

  • Lifted and removed damaged or uneven slabs
  • Re-prepared and re-levelled sub-base
  • Re-laid existing usable slabs on fresh mortar bed

major Repairs

  • Replaced damaged units with new matching slabs/porcelain/stone
  • Adjusted levels to ensure proper fall for water drainage
  • Full patio relay with new sub-base

New Installation

When Replacement Is Needed

  • Old patio beyond repair
  • Creating a new outdoor living area
  • Upgrading to premium materials

Installation Steps

  1. Excavate Area

    • Dig to required depth for new installation
  2. Install Sub-Base

    • Compacted MOT Type 1 or similar
  3. Apply Mortar Bed

    • Suitable for slabs, porcelain, or natural stone
  4. Lay Paving

    • To agreed pattern, layout, and finish
    • Apply priming slurry for porcelain/stone where required
  5. Fit Edging

    • Retaining borders for long-term support
  6. Point Joints

    • Neat jointing for durability and appearance
  7. Check Levels

    • Drainage falls checked across entire area

Lifespan

Natural stone patio
25–50+ years
Porcelain patio
20–30 years
Concrete slabs
15–25 years

Warning Signs

  • Slabs rocking or uneven
  • Weeds growing through joints
  • Water pooling on surface
  • Cracked or stained slabs
  • Edging collapsing

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