RHS Award Winning Garden Design & Landscaping Services In Hampshire.
Patios in Portsmouth
Coastal patios take a beating: salt spray, driving rain and freeze-thaw all work at the joints and the surface. Helyers of Hampshire design and build patios across Portsmouth and Southsea specified for those conditions, in gardens that are usually compact, walled and heavily used.
Patios Built for the Coast
Material choice matters more here than inland. We lean towards porcelain on coastal jobs because it is dense, frost-proof and does not absorb salt-laden water the way some softer sandstones do. Pointing matters just as much – a flexible jointing compound copes with movement far better than a rigid sand-and-cement mix.
Patio Materials We Lay
- Porcelain – dense, frost-proof and low-maintenance, with almost no fading
- Indian sandstone – warm natural stone, riven or sawn finish
- Limestone & slate – contemporary, even colour and a crisp edge
- Block paving – hard-wearing and easy to repair in sections
- Steps, edges and retaining – built in where levels change
- Full sub-base and falls – compacted base, correct drainage falls, sealed joints
For patio-only projects, our specialist sister site Hampshire Patio Services covers paving in more depth. This page is for patios designed and built as part of your wider garden.
Why Choose Helyers
Our RHS award and 20+ years mean the specification suits the exposure, and the base and falls are built to last rather than to a price.
Areas We Cover
Southsea, Cosham, Drayton, Farlington, Hilsea, Copnor, Eastney, Portchester and Havant.
Common Questions
What patio material is best near the sea?
Porcelain. It is dense, frost-proof, does not absorb salt water and needs very little maintenance.
Will frost damage my patio?
Frost damages porous stone that has absorbed water. Dense porcelain and correct falls that stop water sitting largely remove the risk.
Can you pave a small walled yard?
Yes – compact Southsea courtyards are routine work for us.
Do you seal natural stone?
We can. Sealing helps sandstone resist staining and salt, though it needs redoing periodically.
Also in Portsmouth: landscaping, fencing and artificial grass.
Get a Free Quote
Call 01329 221955 for a free patio design and quote in Portsmouth.