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Slate Patio and Paving Installation in Johannesburg

Free slate patio and paving installation quotes from paving contractors and tilers working in Johannesburg, Gauteng. One request, no obligation.

  • Area: Johannesburg, Gauteng
  • Nearby: Rosebank, Melville, Booysens
  • Cost to you: free
Slate Patio and Paving Installation at a suburban home near Johannesburg
Slate Patio and Paving Installation at a suburban home near Johannesburg

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Slate rewards good workmanship and shows up poor work quickly, so finding the right person for slate patio and paving installation in Johannesburg matters. Send one request and we pass it to paving contractors and tilers who work in Johannesburg and nearby areas of Gauteng. You get a quote and deal with them directly, at no cost to you.

Slate Patio and Paving Installation for Johannesburg homes and businesses

A slate patio in Johannesburg has to cope with local sun, rain and ground conditions. Tell us about your plans and we pass your request to independent paving installers who work in Johannesburg and across Gauteng. They quote you directly. It is free and carries no obligation.

Want to know more first? Our slate patio and paving installation guide covers the options, what to check and what affects the price.

Slate, stone and weather in Johannesburg

Johannesburg has one of the deepest slate and stone markets in the country. Older northern suburbs and Parktown-era homes include heritage slate roofs, while newer estates use slate for entrance halls, patios, pool surrounds and braai walls. Highveld hail can crack roof slates, summer storms drive water across stoeps, and winter frost punishes loose paving. Dry winters also dry out sealers, so re-sealing is common. Tile shops, stone and paving yards and builders' merchants are spread from Sandton to the West Rand, and delivery across the metro is standard.

A grey slate patio with an irregular crazy paving pattern leading to a braai area, with a worker checking levels in the background
A grey slate patio with an irregular crazy paving pattern leading to a braai area, with a worker checking levels in the background

Typical slate patio and paving installation requests in the area come from:

  • Suburban homes: back patios, stoeps and braai areas, plus garden paths and entrance steps
  • Security and golf estates: large entertainment patios, pool decks and entrance paths in modern designs
  • Older and heritage homes: verandas, stoeps and garden paths in older gardens, with slate that suits the house
  • Townhouses and complexes: small private courtyards and patios, within what the body corporate allows
  • New builds and developments: patios and paths laid at the end of the build, once levels and drainage are set
  • Restaurants, hotels and offices: restaurant terraces, hotel courtyards and garden walkways that carry plenty of foot traffic

Why get a quote in Johannesburg first?

No two slate projects in Johannesburg are the same. A quote based on your details shows the real cost of labour, adhesive, grout, sealing, travel and clean-up, so you can budget properly and avoid surprises.

What to include in your request

  • State the patio or path area in m² and sketch the shape if you can.
  • Say which layout you want, such as slate tiles, slabs or crazy paving.
  • Describe the ground, including slopes, an existing slab or old paving.
  • Mention steps, edging, planters or a braai area to be included.
  • Add your suburb, access for materials and any estate or body corporate rules.

The more detail you give, the more accurate your quote will be.

Service area: Johannesburg and surrounds

Installers and contractors on our network work in Johannesburg and surrounding areas, including Rosebank, Melville, Booysens, Selby, Edenvale, Sandton, Roodepoort. Give your suburb in the request so the person quoting can allow for travel and plan a site visit to measure up.

Frequently asked questions

What will it cost in Johannesburg?
It depends on the area in m², the surface the slate goes onto, the type of slate, access and how soon you need it done. Send the form with your measurements and a paving contractor working in Johannesburg will quote you.
Will someone come out to measure?
Most installers prefer to see the site before they give a final price, especially for floors on old screeds, walls and roofs. Give your suburb and a rough size on the form, and the person quoting will arrange a visit if needed.
Can they supply the slate as well?
Many can. Choose "Supply and install" on the form and say what colour and finish you like. If you have already bought the slate, choose "Installation only" and give the tile size and how much you have.

More slate products and services in Johannesburg

Slate & stone tiles Tray A

Slate roofing Tray B

Installation & care Tray C

Sealers, adhesives & tools Tray D

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