Garden Paving and Patios in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey
Garden paving installed on proper sub-bases using porcelain, natural stone and block paving. We don't skip the groundworks that make patios last.
Garden paving that lasts starts below the surface
A patio is only as good as what's underneath it. We always begin with the sub-base: correct excavation depth, type-1 compacted stone to the right thickness, and drainage falls set out before the first slab goes down. This isn't a detail that can be skipped to save time or money. It's the difference between paving that performs for decades and paving that needs relaying in a few years.
Carmen Landscapes installs patios using porcelain, natural stone, sandstone, limestone and granite. Large-format porcelain slabs are particularly popular in Surrey currently and we have extensive experience laying them correctly. They're more demanding to install than traditional stone and the bed preparation needs to be exact.
Paving materials we install
- • Large-format porcelain slabs (600×600, 900×600 and larger)
- • Indian sandstone and natural limestone
- • Granite setts and cobbles
- • Block paving for patios and driveways
- • Concrete paving and flags
- • Wet-look and polished finishes
Steps, edging and drainage
A patio rarely stops at the slab. We build the steps, set the edging courses, install the channel drains and connect to existing drainage. The whole installation is treated as a single element, not a slab job with drainage as an afterthought. See our project gallery for patio installations we've completed, and read what homeowners say on our reviews page.
Do you lay driveways as well as patios?
Yes. Driveways in Walton-on-Thames, Hersham, Shepperton, Sunbury-on-Thames, East Molesey and Hampton are a regular part of the work — block paving, granite setts and driveway extensions, all on a sub-base built for vehicle loads rather than foot traffic. Deeper excavation, thicker compacted stone, edge restraints set in concrete and surface water taken to a proper drainage point.
Can you repoint an existing patio?
Yes. Patio repointing in Leatherhead and across Surrey is worth doing where the slabs and sub-base are still sound — we rake out the failed joints, clean back to solid material and repoint with the correct mortar or jointing compound. Where the base has gone, repointing only buys time. We'll tell you which one you're looking at.
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials do you use for patios?
We lay porcelain, natural stone, Indian sandstone, limestone, granite and concrete paving. Material choice depends on budget, style and use. We'll discuss the options at the quote stage.
Why do some patios crack or sink after a few years?
Almost always it's the sub-base: insufficient depth, wrong compaction, or inadequate drainage beneath. We don't cut corners on the groundworks stage: it's where patios are won or lost.
Do you include drainage in a patio installation?
Yes. Surface water management is part of every installation — channel drains, falls to drainage points and connection to existing drainage where required.
Can you lay a patio on an existing surface?
Sometimes, but it depends on the condition of what's there. We assess the existing sub-base and advise honestly. Often it's better value to lift and relay properly than to risk problems later.
How long does a patio installation take?
A straightforward domestic patio installation typically takes three to five days. Larger projects with groundworks, steps and drainage take longer. We'll give you a programme at quote stage.
Do you work in Walton-on-Thames and surrounding areas?
Yes. We're based in Walton-on-Thames and lay patios and paving across Weybridge, Esher, Cobham, Hersham, Shepperton, Sunbury-on-Thames, East Molesey, Hampton, Kingston upon Thames, Leatherhead and Woking.
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