Patios in Cheltenham
Patios laid on a proper base with the falls and drainage right.
Drainage And Building Groundworks provide patios in Cheltenham and the surrounding area. Cheltenham marks the far end of our A417 corridor — we take on driveways, foundations and civils work across the town.
We match the material to the setting - Indian sandstone, porcelain, granite or concrete flags - lay on a full mortar bed so nothing rocks, and set the falls away from the house with drainage where it is needed.
Our team is CSCS registered, fully insured and runs its own plant, so we turn up ready to work and to a high standard. Most smaller jobs in Cheltenham we can price straight away; for larger work a surveyor will pop out to quote.
What’s included
- Sandstone, porcelain, granite & concrete
- Full mortar bed — no rocking slabs
- Falls set away from the house
- Compacted sub-base
- Drainage where needed
Patios in Cheltenham — your questions
Why do some patios sink or rock?
Almost always a poor base or spot-bedding. We lay on a compacted sub-base and full bed, which is why ours stay put.
Can you drain a patio that floods?
Yes — we re-set the falls and add drainage such as a channel or soakaway to move water away.
Can you build a patio around an existing tree?
Usually yes - we can work around root protection areas and adjust the layout or use permeable jointing near mature trees where that's needed.
What maintenance will my new patio need?
Very little if it's laid properly - an occasional sweep and jet wash keeps it looking sharp, and well-filled joints mean weeds are rarely an issue in the first few years.
How much does a new patio cost?
Cost depends on the size, the paving material you choose and the ground preparation needed. Porcelain and natural stone cost more than concrete flags, but we'll give you options and a clear price for each.