A patio is a paved outdoor area next to the house or in the garden, laid in porcelain, natural stone or concrete slabs on a compacted sub-base and mortar bed, with falls that direct rainwater away from the house.
Anyone planning a new patio in Flint wants three things: a clear price, a realistic timetable and a tidy job. We publish a guide of £2,300–£5,100 including VAT for Wales up front, explain that work normally takes 3–7 days on site, and confirm both in writing after a free survey of your property.
- Guide price
- £2,300–£5,100 inc VAT
- Time on site
- 3–7 days on site
- Postcodes
- CH6
- Planning rules
- Wales
- Local area
- Flintshire
- Survey
- Free, with a written quote
How much does a new patio cost in Flint?
Here is how the guide price for a new patio breaks down in Flint. We start from national figures and adjust for Wales, which comes out about 8% below the national guide. The resulting range, VAT included, is £2,300–£5,100, and a survey, at no cost to you, firms it up.
| Type of job | What it usually involves | Guide in Flint |
|---|---|---|
| Small patio or path | Around 10m² of concrete slabs or a garden path. | £900–£2,300 |
| Typical 20m² patio | Sandstone or porcelain on a full sub-base with jointing and edging. | £2,300–£5,100 |
| Large or multi-level patio | Bigger areas, steps, retaining walls or premium stone. | £5,100–£11,000 |
The main things that change the figure:
- Patio area and the amount of excavation
- Slab material, size and laying pattern
- Ground levels, slopes, steps and retaining walls
- Access for materials and removing spoil
What’s included?
- Survey of levels, damp-proof course, drainage and access
- Excavation and removal of turf, soil or old paving
- Slabs laid on a full mortar bed with falls away from the house
- Primer on porcelain slabs for a strong bond
- Jointing with mortar or a brush-in compound
- Site cleared, waste removed and paving cleaned
What are homes like around Flint?
Wrexham has Victorian terraces in red Ruabon brick, alongside interwar and post-war estates. The north coast resorts of Rhyl, Prestatyn and Colwyn Bay have Victorian villas, guest-house terraces and bungalows, while Denbighshire and Flintshire villages use local stone under Welsh slate roofs.
Terraces suit loft conversions and rear extensions, and many need repointing and roof work. Coastal bungalows commonly take loft rooms and window renewal, and stone cottages need lime-based repairs.
If your house in Flint fits one of these patterns, it helps us anticipate what a new patio will involve, though we always confirm the details on site.
Permissions for a new patio in Flint
The notes below cover Wales, which is where Flint sits. Rules change and every property is different, so we speak to the council before pricing your job.
A ground-level patio does not usually need planning permission in Wales; raised platforms are more restricted.
Building Regulations do not normally apply, but levels and drainage must protect the house walls.
Rules change and every property is different, so we check the planning history and constraints for your address before we quote.
The four stages
We look at the job
A free survey comes first. It gives us what we need to price a new patio properly, including dimensions, existing materials and access for deliveries, and gives you the chance to ask anything you like.
Quote in writing
The quote arrives in writing, not over the phone. It covers the full scope, the finishes you've chosen, any exclusions and the payment schedule, with a fixed price tied to that specification.
Dates and permissions
Preparation matters as much as the build. We agree access, parking and working hours with you, order materials in good time, and confirm any permissions so the job isn't held up once it starts.
Build and hand over
During the work we protect the areas around it and tidy up at the end of each day. Once complete, we check the finish, remove our materials and hand over paperwork such as building control sign-off where it applies.
Why homeowners choose us
Questions about a new patio in Flint
How do I clean and look after my patio?
Most patios just need regular sweeping and an occasional wash with water and a mild patio cleaner. Porcelain is the easiest to keep clean. Natural stone benefits from a sealant to reduce staining and from prompt cleaning of spills like oil or wine. Re-point any joints that crack or wash out. Avoid high-pressure jet washing close to joints, which can damage them.
Can you combine a new patio with other work?
Yes. Because we manage several trades under one contract, we can plan a new patio alongside other work on your Flint home, such as new windows with rendering, or a kitchen refit with an extension. Combining jobs can reduce repeat set-up such as scaffolding, skips and access, and every element is listed and priced in the same written quote.
Do I need planning permission in Flint?
It depends on the work, the size of the project, your property type and whether the building is listed or in a conservation area. Flint is in Wales, so Wales's rules apply. Many smaller jobs need no planning application, but some still need building control approval. We check what applies to your address before quoting.
What happens if my garden slopes?
A sloping garden can still have a level patio by cutting into the slope, building up with retaining walls, or creating terraces with steps between them. Retaining walls must be built to hold back the soil and allow drainage behind them. This adds cost but creates usable, level space. We look at the slope during the survey and suggest the most practical design.
What should I do before the work starts?
Before work starts, clear garden furniture, pots and ornaments from the area and agree where materials will be delivered and stored. We need a route for wheelbarrows and, on larger jobs, a small digger, so let us know about side gates, narrow passages or access through the house. Tell us about any known drains, cables or pipes in the area.
Near Flint
Homes across CH6 in Flint are within our coverage, as are those in Deeside, Buckley and Heswall. If you are just outside these areas, ask anyway, because we work right across the UK.