Porcelain
The premium option. Almost zero maintenance, no fading, no staining, very narrow joints. Costs more upfront but tends to win on a ten year view. The right pick for shaded gardens and anywhere staining matters.
Service · Patios
Patio installation in Teddington and SW London
Porcelain, natural stone and concrete slab patios laid on a proper sub base so they last.
- 10+ years in the trade, started solo in 2026
- 19 areas covered across SW London
- All aspects design, patios, decking, fencing and more
- Insured to £1m public liability cover, certificate on request
A good patio is mostly invisible. It's the bit underneath you don't see, and the bit above you barely notice because it just works. Bad patios sink, crack along the joints, pool water in the wrong places, and stain in the first year. The thing that separates the two isn't the slabs, it's the prep. We dig the right depth, lay the right sub base, slope it correctly, and bed every slab on a proper mortar mix.
What you get with every job
- Lifting and disposal of any existing patio or surface
- Excavation to the correct depth for the chosen material
- Type 1 sub base, compacted in layers
- Slabs bedded individually on a wet mortar mix
- Joints brushed with the appropriate compound
- Falls set so water runs away from the house
- Site cleared and the patio washed down at the end
Materials and approaches we work with
How the job runs
- 01
Site visit
Free. We measure up, check what's already there, and talk through materials. We bring samples of the most popular ranges so you can see and feel them in your own light.
- 02
Quote
Itemised, so you can see materials, labour, and disposal separately. No fixed price tricks.
- 03
Build
Most patios take three to seven working days depending on size and access. We cover surrounding lawn and beds with sheets so they're not damaged.
- 04
Finish
We jet wash the new patio at the end and brush in jointing compound. You get a clean, finished surface, not a building site.
What affects the price
Quotes are itemised, but here's what moves the number up or down.
- Material choice (concrete slabs are cheapest, natural stone sits in the middle, porcelain is the most expensive)
- Patio size and shape (curves and cuts add labour)
- Access (everything carried through the house adds time)
- Whether an existing patio needs lifting and disposing
- Whether the sub base needs additional excavation due to soft ground
- Drainage solutions if the patio is next to the house
For honest indicative ranges, see the pricing guide.
How long it takes
A 20 to 30 square metre patio usually takes four to six working days, weather depending. Larger patios scale from there.
Looking after the finished job
Sweep regularly. Once a year, brush in fresh jointing compound where it's worn. A light jet wash on a low setting in spring will keep most patios looking close to new. Don't use harsh acid cleaners, they pit natural stone.
What clients say
Highly recommended! Alfie and his friend changed our fences and did a fantastic job. They were efficient, quick, hardworking and the price was very reasonable. Really pleased with the result. Thank you again.
Alfie and his team did a great job replacing our back fence. It was mess due to neighbours trees and rubbish pushing up against the wood panels. They cleared everything up and ensured nothing putting pressure against the new fence. They worked fast, removed all rubbish, and well priced. The fence looks fantastic. We will be using his services again, highly recommend.
Alfie and his team were great, we used them to install a new fence, gate, and also box in our hot tub, he was flexible, communicative, and professional, everything that was promised was delivered to an excellent standard.
I had 15 fence panels, 11 concrete posts and 15 concrete bases fitted by Alfie and his team, very lovely men the quality of work was amazing all waste taken away after they had finished. Very professional I am very happy with the work.
I had 3 fence panels and 2 fence posts fitted. Very happy with the work done. Very professional and polite. Price was very competitive and they took away all the old panels etc and left no mess at all. Would definitely recommend.
We used Alfie and team for a few fence replacements and I would recommend them. Good communication and friendly. Attention to detail was good which adds extra trust.
Patios across SW London
We cover 19 towns. Browse all locations or pick the closest below.
Patios FAQs
How long does a patio last?
Properly laid, the sub base is good for thirty years plus. The slabs themselves vary by material: concrete slabs around twenty years, natural stone twenty-five to thirty plus, porcelain forty plus.
What's the best patio material for a SW London garden?
Porcelain if budget allows, because the climate here is wet and the lack of staining matters. Natural stone (most commonly Indian sandstone) is the best value middle ground and looks right with most houses in this area. Concrete slabs work where the budget is tight and the look is straightforward.
Do I need planning permission for a patio?
Usually no, as long as the patio is at the same level as the surrounding ground and you keep more than half of your garden as soft landscaping. There are exceptions for listed buildings and conservation areas, so we'll flag anything that might need a check.
Can you lay a patio over an existing one?
Almost never a good idea. The old patio's foundation isn't designed to take another load on top, and you usually end up with drainage problems. We'll always recommend lifting and starting again.
How do you stop weeds growing through the joints?
Polymeric jointing compound brushed in at the end. Sets hard, flexes slightly with temperature, and stops weed seeds taking hold in the joints.
What about drainage?
Patios next to a house should be set 150mm below the damp proof course and slope away from the wall at a 1:80 fall. If there's nowhere for the water to go we'll fit a linear drain into the design.
Want a quote for patios?
Site visits are free, no pressure. Tell us what you have in mind and we'll come round at a time that suits.