Component | DIY Cost (per m²) | Installed Cost (per m²) | Details |
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MOT Type 1 Sub-base (100mm) | £6 – £10 | £12 – £16 | Compacted to form a stable foundation |
Sand/Concrete Blinding Layer | £2 – £6 | £5 – £8 | Optional, helps level and protect DPM |
Damp-Proof Membrane (DPM) | £1.50 – £3 | £3 – £5 | 1200 gauge roll, includes overlaps |
Concrete Slab (100mm thick) | £18 – £28 | £35 – £50 | Ready-mix concrete with mesh optional |
Labour (prep, pour & finish) | — | £15 – £25 | Digging, levelling, pouring, floating |
Total Estimate | £27 – £47 | £70 – £100 | Varies by access, depth & location |
Supply Type | Typical Cost | Best For |
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Loose Delivery (1–20 tonnes) | £30 – £45 per tonne | Driveways, large slab bases, full dig-outs |
Bulk Bag (850–1000kg) | £45 – £65 per bag | Garden bases, sheds, small patios |
Small Bags (20–25kg) | £4 – £6 per bag | Top-ups or very small patches |
Roll Size | Coverage (m²) | Typical Cost |
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4m x 25m (1200 gauge) | ~100 m² | £50 – £80 per roll |
4m x 12.5m (1200 gauge) | ~50 m² | £30 – £50 per roll |
Mix Type | Typical Cost | Notes |
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Ready-Mix (truck delivery) | £100 – £140 per m³ | Best for large pours, fast install |
Site-Mixed (DIY or labourer) | £75 – £110 per m³ | Cheaper but slower, needs equipment |
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