Wooden Decking in Aberdeen

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Wooden Decking in Aberdeen

Wooden decking is an increasingly fashionable choice for providing outdoor seating areas in gardens. Because of the natural beauty of wood, they can be very fashionable areas that can be used year round by using additional heating and light. Wooden decking is typically installed in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a smooth transition between interior and exterior spaces. Wooden decking can come in virtually any size or shape to complement any area. Curved designs or large areas connected by pathways can produce a striking effect. Wooden decking is reasonably easy to install and causes little disruption, particularly when compared to alternatives like patio or paving. It can even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is vital however to be certain that your wooden decking is structurally sound and capable of taking the load of any furniture or plants that you would like to use on the decking. There is a selection of varieties of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Commonly decking is constructed from hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability requirements. As hardwood decking will require maintenance, which commonly will involve annual cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods are becoming more popular for use in wooden decking because they are stronger and require significantly less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Aberdeen

The typical cost of Wooden decking is £1500. Costs can change based upon the materials and the firm hired. The upper price range can be as high as £1725. The material costs are commonly approximately £375

Average price per Wooden decking job in 2024

Avg. price low	Avg. price low £1,125
Avg. price	Avg. price £1,500
Avg. price high	Avg. price high £1,725

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Prices based on actual Wooden decking costs for Aberdeen, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Wooden decking installation cost in Aberdeen 2024

	Labour cost	£1,050
	Material cost	£375
	Waste removal	£75

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Aberdeen

Aberdeen is Scotland's third most populated city with an official estimate of 228,990 inhabitants. The city and the surrounding area has had settlements for at least 8,000 years. It is often nicknamed the Silver City because the granite buildings sparkle after the rain. This is due to the high mica content in the local granite.

Aberdeen started as two separate areas. There was Old Aberdeen at the mouth of the River Don, and New Aberdeen which was a fishing and trading village. The two parts of the city incorporated in 1891. Old Aberdeen still has its ancient charter from 1179 but is not formally independent any more.

The city has won the Britain in Bloom competition a record-breaking 11 times. It also presents the Aberdeen International Youth Festival, which is a principal event where young performing arts companies come to show their talents.

In 2012, the consulting firm Mercer listed Aberdeen as the 56th most liveable city in the world and the fourth most liveable city in Britain.

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20 May

Garden | Decking

Aberdeen - AB15

Enquiry from: Ann R

Start Date: Immediate

Over 10 years ago you landscaped our garden. We now need the decking repaired, the slabs regrouted and some help moving large plants to different locations in the garden. We also need to move the loca...

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02 Mar

Garden | Decking

Aberdeen - AB24

Enquiry from: Megan F

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customer made an enquiry for wooden decking and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a carpenter.customer lives in the aberdeen area and would like a call to discuss options.see ...

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17 Feb

Garden | Decking

Aberdeen - AB16

Enquiry from: Doug Y

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lift wooden decking and install composite decking fit a 2.4m ? solid fence an some rails are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what level of service do you require: ...

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10 May

Garden | Decking

Aberdeen - AB24

Enquiry from: Jessica b

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balcony deck replacement. preferably to composite deck planks are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call ...

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08 Mar

Garden | Decking

Aberdeen - AB10

Enquiry from: Elizabeth T

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would like decking at the end of my garden which is currently laid with slabs are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: suppl...

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16 Dec

Garden | Decking

Aberdeen - AB24

Enquiry from: Derek W

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decking to be supplied and assembled/ installed and a summer house to be assembled. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require:...

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17 Jun

Garden | Decking

Aberdeen - AB22

Enquiry from: John R

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customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. property type: semi detached, work description: reorganise rear garden with decking at lower level and more wooden fencing ...

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16 Jul

Garden | Decking

Aberdeen - AB15

Enquiry from: Beth W

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Are you the property owner: Owner Property Type: Detached Other Forms: None Please call to appoint

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03 Jul

Garden | Decking

Aberdeen - AB23

Enquiry from: Linda M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Decking bottom and top garden Are you the property owner: Owner of the p...

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17 Feb

Garden | Decking

Aberdeen - AB15

Enquiry from: Mo G

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Monthly maintenance or bie

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23 Mar

Garden | Decking

Aberdeen - AB15

Enquiry from: James K

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Structural frame work for a raised Deck over a terraced garden - deck size 4m x 4m (approx) and will sit 3m above garden level at leading edge. Also looking to install a seating area at foot of gar...

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31 Dec

Garden | Decking

Aberdeen - AB22

Enquiry from: Robert R

Start Date: Immediate

require decking joists and decking, no installation just for materials - Estimated Service Date: 28/01/2016 - Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 225 - Reason for Request: To just have an idea of the pri...

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24 Aug

Garden | Decking

Aberdeen - AB22

Enquiry from: Gavin W

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Property type: Detached Work description: Looking to get a decking area erected 2ft off the ground Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached What level of service d...

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02 Jul

Garden | Decking

Aberdeen - AB21

Enquiry from: Paul T

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Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Decking, patio, Supplied and fitted Please contact to appoint

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06 Jun

Garden | Decking

Aberdeen - AB12

Enquiry from: Mary S

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Decking to bottom area of rear garden. Home Owner Call To Appoint ...

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14 Apr

Garden | Decking

Aberdeen - AB22

Enquiry from: Lesley A

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Work description: We are looking for quotes to have a section of decking installed along with AstroTurf suitable for a dog. There will also be the need for a suitable barrier between the bottom of ...

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FAQs

Building a simple deck frame, or decking subframe, that you’re laying on level ground is easy if you take time to prepare and get all the things you need. We’ll go through the steps on how to build a deck frame here. Tools and equipment To get building your deck frame, you’ll need:

Decking joists
Coach screws
Coach bolts
Combi drill
Socket set
A saw suitable for your project and the thickness of the timber
Pencil
Decking preservative
Sandpaper or sander

Build your subframe

Measure your deck frame and cut to size if necessary.
Make 2 pencil marks on each end of the frame’s 2 outer joists to mark where the coach screws will go. They need to align with the centre of the adjoining outer joist. Then, use a flat wood drill bit to drill recesses into each mark. Make them the same depth of the screws that your using’s head and wide enough for a ratchet or socket to tighten them.
Using a thinner drill bit, line up the outer joists and drill a pilot hole through the middle of the recess. These pilot holes act as a guide for the screws and stops them from splitting the wood.
Fit the coach screws with either a drill driver or socket and ratchet.
Repeat the process for the inner joists once you’ve assembled the outer frame.

IMPORTANT: While you’re building your deck frame and the decking itself, remember to cover all pilot holes and ends of timber in decking preservative to ensure that your decking remains structurally sound for as long as possible. Though relatively simple, building a deck frame and the decking will take some time. It would be much quicker and easier to get a professional in to do it, who could represent more value for money.

There are two ways to lay decking on uneven ground. We’ve explained how to build a raised deck in our FAQ ‘How to build a raised deck’ above, and that’s great for uneven ground or sloped gardens. But there’s another way that you can lay decking on uneven ground if you don’t want a raised deck: you can create a level supporting base. We’ll go through the basics here. Materials you’ll need

Paving slabs – old or cheap ones are fine
Timber for the frame and legs
Type 1 MOT hardcore

How to lay decking on uneven ground

Mark out the area as we explain in ‘How to lay decking’. Then, dig to 200mm below where you want to surface of the decking to be.
Add a 50mm layer of hardcore and make sure it’s compact.
Build the decking sub-frame as we describe in ‘How to build a deck frame’.
Lay out paving slabs along the edges and in the centre of the area. This will help to spread the weight of the decking.
Set the decking frame on the slabs, checking for high or low points and adding off-cuts of timber where needed. Don’t forget to sand and seal these off-cuts with decking preservative.
Add your joists and then the deck boards, leaving the recommended gaps of expansion of between 5-8mm.

Building your decking on top of paving slabs is a good way to get it level, but you still may not be able to get as good a finish as if a professional did it. If you’re in any doubt, get in contact with some decking specialists and see what they would recommend.

Properly installed wooden decking will not need a lot of maintenance. Most manufacturers recommend regularly brushing leaves and dirt off the deck, and a yearly cleaning and staining procedure. This will keep the wood in the best condition. Fluids and treatments are readily available from all DIY shops and stores.

How much decking costs depends on the type of material you go for, how big you want your decking to be and where you live in the country. But typically, the cost of decking is between £1,200 - £1,800. The most popular material for decking is pre-treated softwood, which will set you back around £1,000 for 15m². Hardwood is more expensive but is more durable, and will cost approximately £2,000 for the same amount. Homeowners are also beginning to choose composite decking, which is made from recycled plastic and wood fibres, and is low-maintenance and eco-friendly. This will cost around £1,600 for 15m², while uPVC which is also a low-maintenance option costs around £600. People tend to choose composite over uPVC because it looks more like natural timber. If you’re a competent DIYer, you might want to have a go at laying decking yourself which will set you back around £1,000 for a standard softwood timber deck. We think it’s worth paying the extra £600 for a professional to lay your decking, since they will be able to do it much more quickly. If you do want to try it yourself, we recommend leaving at least a whole weekend open to do it, but it’s likely to take you longer. Factor in the possibility of having to take time off work to complete it and it might be more cost-effective to leave it to the pros.

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