Patios in Colchester.
Porcelain, sandstone and block-paved patios built across CO1–CO7 — from courtyard gardens in Lexden to wraparound terraces in Stanway. Porcelain, natural stone and block paving from £95/m² — full dig-out, MOT sub-base and written guarantee. 4.9★ across 305+ reviews.
- Local patio installers covering CO1–CO7
- £5m public liability
- Free design visit & sample boards
- Written workmanship guarantee
Patio & paving services in Colchester
- Porcelain patios (20mm vitrified, slip-rated R11)
- Indian sandstone & limestone paving
- Block paving & permeable driveways
- Garden steps, risers & retaining walls
- Full dig-out, MOT type-1 sub-base & weed membrane
- Primer slurry bonding & resin/brush-in jointing
- Drainage, falls & ACO channel installation
- Pergolas, sleeper edging & turfing finishes
How a Colchester patio install runs
- Step 1
Free design visit
We measure up, talk through stone choice, layout and falls, then send sample boards if you want to see options.
- Step 2
Written fixed quote
Itemised — dig-out, sub-base, slabs, jointing, edging. No day rates, no surprises.
- Step 3
Dig out & sub-base
We strip to depth, lay weed membrane, then 100mm of compacted MOT type-1 — not a thin scrape.
- Step 4
Lay & joint
Slabs bedded on a full mortar bed with primer slurry, joints brushed or resin-pointed, falls set away from the house.
- Step 5
Clean down & guarantee
Site cleared, patio washed off, written workmanship guarantee issued.
Patios across Colchester & CO1–CO7
- Colchester Town
- Lexden
- Stanway
- Mile End
- Wivenhoe
- Tiptree
- Dedham
- Marks Tey
- West Mersea
- Rowhedge
- Ardleigh
- Layer-de-la-Haye
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Patios Colchester — your questions answered
How much does a new patio cost in Colchester?+
Patios in Colchester start from around £95/m² fully fitted, including dig-out and a full MOT sub-base. A typical 30m² porcelain patio falls between £4,500 and £7,500 depending on stone choice, steps and access. Every quote is written, fixed and itemised.
What's better — porcelain or sandstone in Colchester?+
Porcelain is harder, frost-proof, almost zero maintenance and stays slip-rated when wet — ideal for the Essex/Suffolk climate. Sandstone is warmer underfoot and cheaper, but needs sealing and re-jointing over time. We fit both and will recommend based on your garden's aspect and use.
How long does a patio take to install in Colchester?+
A standard 25–35m² patio in Colchester takes 5–8 working days — longer if there's a deep dig-out, steps or drainage to integrate. We'll confirm a programme in your quote.
Do I need planning permission for a patio?+
Almost never for a rear garden patio. The exception is if you're raising the level above 300mm, building close to a listed boundary, or replacing more than 5m² of front garden with non-permeable paving. We'll flag anything to watch.
Are you insured and guaranteed?+
Yes — £5m public liability, full RAMS and a written workmanship guarantee on every patio. We're rated 4.9★ from 305+ reviews across Essex and the surrounding area.
What areas around Colchester do you cover?+
CO1–CO7 — Colchester Town, Lexden, Stanway, Mile End, Wivenhoe, Tiptree, Dedham, Marks Tey, West Mersea, Rowhedge, Ardleigh, Layer-de-la-Haye and the surrounding villages.