Fine Landscaping are trusted Patios Contractors in Dartford, creating beautiful outdoor spaces built to last. Choose natural stone, porcelain, Indian sandstone, slate or limestone, with expert design and flawless installation. From compact courtyards to large entertaining terraces, we tailor every detail to your home.
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A well-built patio turns your garden into a space you’ll actually use, whether that’s morning coffee or summer entertaining. We design and install patios across Dartford, including Greenhithe and Swanscombe, with finishes that suit both modern and traditional homes. If you’re near Bluewater Shopping Centre or commuting via the Dartford Crossing, we plan work to minimise disruption. Expect clean lines, solid foundations and a patio that drains properly year-round.
Dartford’s mix of Victorian terraces, 1930s semis and new developments means no two gardens are the same. We regularly work in DA1 and DA2 where levels, access and existing paving can vary widely. For period properties, we often specify Indian sandstone or limestone to complement brickwork and older garden walls. For newer builds, porcelain patios and crisp edging details deliver a contemporary look with low maintenance.
We start with a design consultation to understand how you want to use the space, then recommend materials, laying patterns and edging to match your budget. Our team handles excavation, sub-base, drainage falls and pointing with the same care as the visible finish. You’ll get clear communication, tidy working practices and a schedule you can plan around. Homeowners choose our patios contractors dartford area because we build for longevity, not shortcuts.
Across Dartford Borough we often encounter mixed ground conditions, from heavier clay to made-up ground on newer estates. We plan sub-base depth and drainage to suit, especially where gardens sit lower than the house. Access can be tight on some streets near Central Park and in older terraces, so we arrange deliveries and waste removal to keep disruption down. Our approach adapts to each plot, including stepped patios on sloping gardens.
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Patio costs in Dartford typically range from around £120–£200 per m² for quality block or basic stone installs, and £160–£280+ per m² for premium porcelain or selected natural stone. Total spend depends on excavation depth, waste removal, access, drainage, edging, steps and any retaining work. For a typical 20–30 m² patio, many homeowners budget roughly £3,500–£8,500+ depending on specification.
Most patio projects take 3–7 working days for an average garden, with larger or more complex builds running 1–2 weeks. Timescales depend on access, how much digging-out is required, whether we’re building steps or seating areas, and the chosen finish (porcelain and intricate patterns can take longer). Weather can also affect progress, particularly during groundworks and jointing.
In most cases, a patio is permitted development and doesn’t need planning permission, provided you’re not significantly raising ground levels or affecting drainage to neighbouring properties. Rules can differ for listed buildings, conservation considerations, or if you’re altering boundary walls and levels. We’ll discuss your layout during the consultation and flag anything that may need approval or a check with Dartford Borough Council before work starts.
Yes. Our patio installations come with a 10-year workmanship warranty, covering issues such as movement caused by inadequate sub-base preparation, poor laying, or jointing failures. It doesn’t cover accidental damage, misuse, or problems caused by third-party alterations after completion. We also install materials to manufacturer guidance so you can benefit from any applicable product warranties on porcelain and paving systems.
We install natural stone patios, porcelain patios, Indian sandstone, slate and limestone, plus patio extensions and built-in seating areas. Popular choices include porcelain for low-maintenance modern gardens, and sandstone for warmth and character on period homes. We’ll help you choose colour, size and laying pattern (e.g. large-format, random course, or linear) and specify edging and jointing to suit your style and drainage needs.
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