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Properly bedded slabs with jointed compound — patios that stay flat and clean for 15+ years.
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Efflorescence
A white salty residue that appears on the surface of natural stone. It is natural and usually fades, but poor-quality mortar can make it worse.
Reflective Cracking
This happens when a patio is laid over an old concrete base without proper preparation, causing the new joints to crack in the same spots as the old ones.
Ponding
Small "lakes" forming after rain. This is caused by a lack of fall or "dips" in the bedding where the slab wasn't levelled correctly.
Loose Jointing
If the jointing compound is applied in wet weather or not packed tightly, it will crumble away, allowing weeds to take root.
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By job type
Inc. VAT · 2026
Source: NMT quotes
Source: NMT quotes
Basic Concrete SlabsIncludes labour, sub-base, and materials.
£90–£120
Indian SandstoneNatural variations; requires sealing for longevity.
£130–£180
Porcelain PavingPremium finish; requires slurry primer for bonding.
£180–£260
Waste Removal (Skip Hire)Flat fee per 6-8 yard skip.
£250–£400
Drainage InstallationPer linear metre for Aco-style channels.
£40–£75
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