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- Higham Ferrers, Northamptonshire
- 01933 213009
- info@highamlandscapes.co.uk
Indian sandstone, porcelain, slate, granite and concrete patios, laid on a full mortar bed over a compacted sub-base, never spot-bedded. Level, well-drained and built to stay that way.
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Rocking slabs, cracked joints and puddles by the back door are the most common patio problems we’re asked to fix. Almost all of them come from shortcuts underneath.
We dig out and lay 100mm of compacted MOT Type 1, then set every slab on a full mortar bed, never on dabs or spots. Natural stone and porcelain get a priming slurry on the back so they bond properly. Patios are laid with a gentle fall away from the house, with drainage channels where they meet the building, and jointed with brush-in compound, sand and cement, or slurry grout to suit the stone.
Natural stone with warm, varied colours and a riven or sawn finish. A timeless choice for most gardens.
Best for: Classic, natural looks
Hard-wearing outdoor porcelain that resists stains, moss and fading. Crisp, modern and very easy to clean.
Best for: Low maintenance and modern homes
Dense natural stone with a premium finish and deep colour. Extremely durable underfoot.
Best for: A high-end, long-lasting patio
Good-quality concrete paving in a range of colours and textures. The most affordable way to a solid patio.
Best for: Practical patios on a budget
Per square metre, supplied and laid
Per square metre, supplied and laid
Per square metre, supplied and laid
Per square metre, supplied and laid
Per grab lorry load, itemised on your quote
Priced to your design
We measure up, check levels and drainage, and help you choose paving, layout and pattern.
A clear quote within 48 hours, with waste removal and any extras listed separately.
We excavate to the right depth, take the spoil away and set out the levels and falls.
100mm of MOT Type 1 is laid and compacted to give the patio a solid, stable base.
Each slab is primed where needed and laid on a full mortar bed, checked for level and fall.
Joints are filled to suit the stone, drainage finished and the patio cleaned for your walk-round.
“A patio should feel like part of the house: level, solid and dry underfoot. You only get that by bedding every slab properly, so that’s how we lay every single one, even where nobody would ever see the difference.”
Alyn Jones, owner of Higham Landscapes
Higham Landscapes is run by Alyn Jones from Higham Ferrers. We’ve been laying patios, driveways and gardens across Northamptonshire for over 10 years, and every patio comes with a 5-year workmanship guarantee.
Every slab is fully bedded and primed where needed. We never spot-bed.
Our installation work comes with a 5-year workmanship guarantee.
£2 million public liability insurance, so your property and your neighbours' are covered.
Every patio is laid by our own team, never subcontracted.
A selection of patios and paths we’ve laid for homeowners across the county.
Back garden patios almost never need planning permission. In a front garden, the same rules apply as for driveways: if you pave more than 5 square metres with a surface that drains onto the road, you’ll need permission.
Raised patios can count as a platform, so if yours will sit more than 30cm above the ground, check with your council first. Listed buildings and conservation areas have extra rules. We’ll flag anything on our visit.
Indian sandstone has natural colour variation and texture, and suits traditional and cottage gardens. It weathers gently over time and can be sealed to help resist staining.
Porcelain is denser, almost stain-proof and very easy to clean, with a crisp, even look that suits modern homes. Choose an outdoor-rated, textured porcelain for grip in wet weather.
Sweep regularly and keep leaves and debris off, as damp organic matter causes staining and algae. Clean spills quickly, especially on natural stone.
A gentle wash with a suitable patio cleaner once or twice a year keeps it looking fresh. Avoid pressure washing too close to the joints, as it can wash pointing out.
Advice written by Alyn Jones, owner of Higham Landscapes. Last reviewed October 2026.
Can’t see your question? Call 01933 213009 or send us a message. We’re often on site, so if we miss your call we’ll reply within 24 hours. No deposit is needed: you pay when the job’s done.
A typical patio of around 20 to 30m² takes 3 to 5 days, from digging out to the final clean. Raised patios, steps and larger areas take longer. We’ll give you a timescale with your quote.
Spot bedding sits each slab on a few blobs of mortar, leaving hollow pockets underneath. A full mortar bed supports the whole slab, so it can’t rock, crack or trap water. We lay every slab on a full bed.
Dense stone and especially porcelain don’t naturally bond well to mortar. Painting a priming slurry on the back of each slab creates a strong bond, so slabs stay firmly fixed for years.
We dig out and lay 100mm of MOT Type 1, compacted, as the sub-base. Each slab then sits on a full mortar bed on top of that.
Yes. Every patio is laid with a gentle fall away from the house, and we fit drainage channels where the patio meets the building when needed.
We use brush-in jointing compound, traditional sand and cement pointing, or slurry grout, depending on the paving. Porcelain is usually slurry-grouted for a neat, tight finish.
Yes. Digging out a patio always creates spoil, so waste removal is itemised on your quote at £300 per grab lorry load.
Yes. We can lift and re-lay loose or sunken slabs and re-point tired joints to bring an existing patio back to life.
Yes. Our patio installations come with a 5-year workmanship guarantee.
We’re based in Higham Ferrers and lay patios across Northamptonshire, including Rushden, Wellingborough, Irthlingborough, Raunds, Kettering, Northampton, Corby, Thrapston and Oundle, plus surrounding villages.
Our home town, plus Chelveston and Caldecott.
Rushden, Newton Bromswold, Bozeat and Wymington.
Wellingborough, Finedon, Irchester and Wollaston.
Irthlingborough, Raunds, Stanwick and Ringstead.
Kettering, Burton Latimer, Barton Seagrave and Rothwell.
Northampton, Duston, Kingsthorpe and Weston Favell.
Corby, Weldon, Oakley Vale and Gretton.
Oundle, Thrapston, Islip and Woodford.
