How much do patios cost?
Many Australian homeowners are considering adding patio construction to their list of home renovation projects to embark on. If you are among them, surely you must count your cost before you start the project. The average cost of building a patio is $35-$75 m2 for plain concrete, if you need a free patio quote you can visit no1decksbrisbane.com.au. However, coloured concrete patios can cost between $50-$200 m2.
Typical average price range - high end low end There are different types of patios, each characterized by the material used. As a result, there is no general price for all types of patios. Below is the average cost of construction per square metre in Australia: Brisbane: $35-$90 Perth: $50-$100 Melbourne: $40-$80 Sydney: $35-$80 Adelaide $50-$95 Hobart: $40-$100
Patio Pricing Depending On - What affects the cost Materials The type of material you use for the flooring, roofing, and other parts of your patio will affect the cost. For example, what is the regularity of the material? What is the source? A locally-sourced material will cost more than materials ordered from a long distance. The reason is that you will pay for transport, differences in sustainability practices, shape, size, and thickness. The common cost per material are below:
Gravel: $6-$14 per sqm Paver: $10-$25 per sqm Concrete: $6-$17 per sqm Brick: $12-$20 per sqm Stone: $15-$30 per sqm Tile: $15-$20 per sqm Slate: $15-$30 per sqm Stamped concrete: $15-$30 per sqm Bluestone: $18-$30 per sqm Flagstone: $16-$30 per sqm
Installation The cost of installation depends on the difficulty and the material used. As a result, there is no universal cost of labour. Nonetheless, labour cost ranges from $5-$20 per square foot. However, it can be as high as $25 for labour-intensive and intricate materials. The contractor will factor in the cost of levelling the patio laying for drainage and every other associated cost. Check the average labour costs of installation per square foot of patio materials below: Poured concrete, stone, brick, tile, and pavers: $5-$10
Gravel: $5-$6 Slate and Bluestone: $10-$25 Flagstone and stamped concrete: $15-$25
Size Size is the primary factor that will ultimately influence the price of your patio. For example, a wider and larger patio will cost more than a small patio since it requires more labour and materials. Patio sizing is all about preference. Therefore, you can determine if you want a large or small patio depending on your budget.
To get an idea of how sizing works, a 6’ x 7’ Bistro costs $250-$1,300, while a 24’ x 36’ entertainment room costs $5,200 - $26,000. Needless to say, there is no one size fit with sizing. Therefore, determine your budget and speak to your contractor about the pricing.
Additional Factors That Affect Patio Cost
Design Patios can assume any shape. Although rectangles are the most common because they are cheap, we also have oval patios, L-shaped patios, circular patios, etc. If you want, you can choose between a ground patio, raised patio, or covered patio. Again, as we said with size, the design is also a matter of preference. Below is the average cost of patio designs: Raised patio: $1,500-$5,400 Covered patio: $3,000-$20,200 Ground patio: $1,500-$5,400
Builders will charge more for complex designs and constructions that require special equipment and instruments.
Upgrades You can upgrade a fully-functional patio to improve its appearance or add comfort. Below are common patio additions and their cost: Roofing: $5-$59 sq.ft, depending on the material Heater: $75-$1,000 Sitting wall: $40-$60/linear foot
Furniture: $200-$2,000, depending on the furniture Fire pit: $300-$1,400 Walkaway: $500-$1,000 Hot tub: $4,000-$8,500 Pergola: $1,900-$6,500 Blinds: $500 or more Doors: $350-$2,000 Awnings: $125 or more
Electrical and Plumbing Patio lights allow you to use the space in the evening or nighttime. Like other accessories, the selection depends on your preference. For example, you can combine different lighting or use simple lanterns and string lights. The common ones are below: Solar lights: $10-$150 per unit String lights: $30-$100 per unit Recessed lights: $100-$200 per unit Lanterns: $45-$200
Permits The Brisbane council require that you apply for a building approval before starting the project if any of the following applies to your project:
The plan area is more than 10 square metres
The patio has a mean height of more than 2.1 metres
It is more than 2.4 metres high
It is longer than 5m along any side
The floor height of the patio from ground level is more than a metre.
If not, then you don’t need building approval. Also, you will pay $150 for any preliminary assessments as it concerns overlays, stormwater and sewer.
For boundary and fire separations, your patio must not be less than 900m from the allotted boundary, other than the boundary adjoining a road alignment or other public spaces. Also, the patio must not be less than 900m from class 1 buildings.
Conclusion The essence of counting the cost is to ensure you get the best out of your deck installation. Now that you have an idea of how much the patio costs, you must determine your budget and pair it with your desired design and style. This doc is prepared by Leon Duncan, owner of NO1 Decks Brisbane.
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