A well-built patio extends your living space outdoors, giving you a durable, low-maintenance surface for entertaining, dining, and relaxing. Bestcare Gardeners provides professional patio installation services across Nairobi and Kenya, using quality materials and precise workmanship to create patios that last for decades with minimal upkeep.
What Patio Installation Involves
A proper patio installation is more than laying pavers on the ground. It requires careful planning to get drainage, levels, and material choice right from the start.
- Site Assessment & Design – We evaluate the space, sun exposure, and drainage flow, then design a patio layout that suits your home and lifestyle.
- Excavation & Base Preparation – The area is excavated to the correct depth, then compacted with a gravel or hardcore base to prevent shifting and settling.
- Edging & Leveling – Restraints are installed to keep the patio's edges secure, and the surface is precisely leveled for proper water runoff.
- Material Laying – We install concrete pavers, natural stone, brick, or poured concrete, depending on your budget and design preference.
- Jointing & Sealing – Joints are filled with sand or polymeric jointing compound, and the surface can be sealed to resist stains, weeds, and weathering.
- Finishing Touches – Edging, steps, and integration with existing gardens or walkways complete the project.
Whether you want a simple square patio for a small home or an elaborate multi-level entertainment patio, this patio installation process ensures a solid, long-lasting result.
Where We Work
Bestcare Gardeners handles patio installation projects across Karen, Runda, Muthaiga, Lavington, Kileleshwa, Westlands, and other Nairobi estates, as well as residential and commercial sites in Kiambu, Nakuru, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Machakos.
Why Choose Professional Patio Installation
DIY patios often fail because of poor base compaction, incorrect slope for drainage, or uneven paver alignment — leading to cracking, pooling water, and a wobbly surface. Professional patio installation avoids these issues through correct excavation depth, proper compaction, and precise leveling from day one.
Estimated Costs of Patio Installation in Nairobi and Kenya
| Service | Estimated Cost (KES) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Site assessment & design | 3,000 – 8,000 | Often waived on full projects |
| Excavation & base preparation | 400 – 800 per sq. metre | Depends on soil condition |
| Concrete paver supply & laying | 1,800 – 3,500 per sq. metre | Standard interlocking pavers |
| Natural stone supply & laying | 3,500 – 7,000 per sq. metre | Higher-end material |
| Poured concrete patio (plain) | 1,200 – 2,200 per sq. metre | Basic finish |
| Decorative/stamped concrete | 2,500 – 4,500 per sq. metre | Textured or colored finish |
| Small patio package (10–20 sq. m) | 30,000 – 90,000 | Residential |
| Large patio package (40+ sq. m) | 150,000+ | Estates and commercial spaces |
Prices are estimates and vary with site accessibility and material grade.
Contact Bestcare Gardeners for a free site visit and a customized patio installation quote anywhere in Nairobi or Kenya.