Patio Contractors London
Patio installation and paving for gardens, terraces and external spaces across London. Crestane Construction can coordinate excavation, sub-base preparation, drainage, paving, steps, edging and associated landscaping and external works for residential and selected commercial projects.
Discuss Your Project Explore Patio ServicesPlanning a new patio or paving project in London?
Tell us about the area, approximate size, preferred paving material, access and whether the patio forms part of a wider garden, extension, drainage or landscaping project.
A patio built from the ground up
The finished paving is only one part of a successful patio. Preparation, levels, drainage and the supporting build-up matter too.
Discuss a patio project
Provide the main project information below.
Patios and paving for gardens, terraces and outdoor spaces
A well-built patio depends on the preparation below the finished paving as much as the appearance of the slabs themselves.
Crestane Construction can coordinate suitable patio and paving projects across London for residential and selected commercial properties.
The final build-up depends on the existing ground, proposed paving, drainage, levels, access and how the patio connects to the building, garden and surrounding external works.
For larger projects, patio works can be coordinated with decking, fencing, drainage, landscaping, retaining walls and wider refurbishment or extension works.
Paving installations tailored to the property
Suitable projects can range from straightforward replacement patios to complete garden and external works packages.
Porcelain Patios
Contemporary porcelain paving for suitable gardens, terraces and external areas.
Natural Stone
Natural stone patio installation where the selected material suits the project and intended finish.
Concrete Paving
Concrete slab and paving systems for suitable residential and external applications.
Replacement Patios
Removal of unsuitable existing paving and construction of a new patio where appropriate.
Patio Steps
Steps and level changes coordinated with the patio layout and surrounding garden.
Edging & Borders
Perimeter detailing, borders and transitions between paving and other external finishes.
Drainage
Falls, channels and suitable drainage details coordinated with the patio where required.
Garden Integration
Patios coordinated with decking, paths, walls, fencing and planting areas.
Commercial Paving
Selected paving and terrace works within suitable commercial external refurbishment projects.
The quality of the base matters
Patio failures are often linked to poor preparation, movement, unsuitable falls or water being trapped around the paving and building.
Crestane can coordinate excavation, suitable sub-base preparation, bedding, paving and surrounding details as part of the agreed package.
Where the existing garden has drainage or level issues, these should be considered before the new paving is installed.
Contemporary patios for modern outdoor spaces
Porcelain paving is often chosen for clean, contemporary garden and terrace designs and is available in a wide range of sizes and finishes.
The supporting build-up, bedding method, jointing and edge details should suit the selected product and the intended external use.
Porcelain patios can be coordinated with rear extensions, bifold or sliding doors, garden rooms, steps and other external finishes.
Colour, slab size, joint alignment and threshold detailing can all have a major effect on the finished appearance.
Stone paving for traditional and contemporary properties
Natural stone can provide a distinctive finish and can suit both traditional London properties and more contemporary garden designs.
Stone type, thickness, variation, laying pattern, jointing and maintenance expectations should be considered when selecting the material.
Where an existing stone patio is being replaced or extended, the new work should also be planned around levels, drainage and the surrounding landscape.
Suitable natural-stone patios can form part of a wider external works package.
What can be included?
The final scope depends on the area, paving material, existing ground and surrounding works.
Remove suitable existing paving, vegetation or other obstructions where included in the scope.
Excavate to allow for the appropriate patio build-up.
Install suitable compacted supporting material for the proposed paving system.
Provide the suitable bedding or laying system for the selected paving.
Install the selected slabs or paving to the agreed layout.
Coordinate suitable steps and transitions where the garden changes level.
Include suitable drainage details where these form part of the agreed project.
Complete suitable perimeter and joint finishes around the patio.
Levels, drainage and thresholds need to work together
A patio should be planned around the existing property and garden rather than simply laid to the most convenient level.
Finished Levels
Patio levels should be considered in relation to doors, walls, damp-proofing details and surrounding garden levels.
Drainage & Falls
Surface water should be considered so the finished patio does not create avoidable drainage problems around the property.
Access & Logistics
Restricted side access and material handling can affect how excavation waste, sub-base and paving are moved through London properties.
Patios can form part of a complete external transformation
Many patio projects work best when they are designed together with the rest of the external space.
Paving can be coordinated with decking, garden walls, steps, fencing, drainage, paths, driveways, lighting and landscaping.
Crestane can consider suitable multi-trade external works where the project includes more than one package.
See our External Works London service for wider garden and external construction projects.
What affects patio installation cost in London?
The total price depends on the patio size, paving material, excavation, access, drainage and amount of preparation and finishing required.
From enquiry to finished patio
The exact sequence varies by project, but suitable patio works can typically progress through these stages.
Send Project Details
Provide the address, photographs, approximate dimensions, preferred paving and details of access and levels.
Review Scope
Review the existing surface, drainage, surrounding construction and proposed patio layout.
Price the Works
Develop the price around excavation, preparation, paving, drainage and agreed finishing details.
Excavate & Prepare
Remove unsuitable materials and build the required supporting layers.
Lay Paving
Install the selected patio material to the agreed layout, levels and falls.
Detail & Finish
Complete suitable joints, edges, steps and surrounding external works included in the package.
Patio and paving projects across London
What should you send for a patio quotation?
Basic measurements and photographs help us understand the likely patio package before pricing.
Project Address
Send the London property address or postcode.
Photographs
Provide clear photographs of the garden, existing surface, access and surrounding property.
Approximate Size
Provide length and width or an approximate patio area if known.
Material Preference
Tell us whether you prefer porcelain, natural stone or another paving type.
Levels & Drainage
Explain any known drainage problems, steps or changes in garden level.
Wider Works
Tell us about decking, fencing, walls, drainage or landscaping required at the same time.
Related Crestane construction services
Paving within larger refurbishment and construction projects
Patio installation across Greater London
Suitable patio, paving and external works projects can be considered across Greater London depending on scope, access and programme.
Frequently asked questions
Do you install patios across London?
Yes. Crestane can consider suitable patio and paving projects throughout Greater London.
Do you install porcelain patios?
Yes. Suitable porcelain paving projects can be considered for gardens, terraces and wider external works.
Do you lay natural stone paving?
Yes. Suitable natural-stone patio and paving projects can be included depending on the selected material and project requirements.
Can you replace an old patio?
Yes. Existing paving can be removed and replaced where the scope includes suitable excavation, disposal, preparation and new paving.
Do you handle the ground preparation?
Yes. Suitable packages can include excavation, sub-base preparation, bedding and related groundwork before the paving is installed.
Can you install drainage with the patio?
Yes. Suitable channels, falls and drainage works can be coordinated where they form part of the agreed project.
Can you add patio steps?
Yes. Suitable steps and level changes can be incorporated into the patio and wider garden layout.
Can you also do decking and fencing?
Yes. Patios can be coordinated with suitable decking, fencing and other external works.
How much does a patio cost in London?
Cost depends on area, paving material, excavation, sub-base, access, drainage, steps, edge details and the amount of existing material that needs to be removed.
Can you pave a small London garden?
Yes. Smaller gardens can be suitable for patio works where access, levels and drainage allow an effective installation.
Can the patio be level with my extension doors?
The final level needs to be considered carefully in relation to thresholds, drainage and the building fabric. The appropriate detail depends on the property and design.
Do I need drainage around a new patio?
That depends on the existing garden, paving falls, property levels and how surface water is managed. Drainage should be considered before the patio is laid.
Can you install commercial paving?
Selected commercial paving projects can be considered depending on the use, design, specification, access and overall project scope.
Can a patio be installed as part of an extension project?
Yes. Patio and paving works can be coordinated with suitable rear and side-return extensions where they form part of the wider external works.
What should I send for a quotation?
Send the project address, photographs, approximate dimensions, paving preference, information about levels and drainage, intended start date and details of any wider external works.
Which parts of London do you cover?
Suitable projects can be considered throughout Greater London including Central, North, North West, West, South West, South, South East and East London.