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Wooden Decking in Andover

Wooden decking is an increasingly fashionable option for creating outdoor seating areas in gardens. Because of the natural beauty of wood, they can be very elegant areas that can be used year round by adding external heating and illumination. Wooden decking is typically fitted in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a seamless transition between interior and exterior spaces. Wooden decking can come in virtually any size or shape to suit any area. Curved designs or large areas joined by pathways can create an impressive effect. Wooden decking is fairly quick to install and causes little disruption, especially in comparison to other possibilities like patio or paving. It can even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is important however to be certain that your wooden decking is structurally sound and capable of taking the weight of any furniture or plants that you want to use on the decking. There is a collection of varieties of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Normally decking is constructed from hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability requirements. As hardwood decking will demand maintenance, which generally will involve annual cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods have become popular for use in wooden decking because they are stronger and require far less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Andover

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

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Wooden decking installation cost in Andover 2024

Labour cost £1,050
Material cost £375
Waste removal £75
Time frame: 1-4 days

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Andover

The Hampshire town of Andover has a populace of 52,000 and located on the River Anton, west of Basingstoke and north of Southampton. Andover can be found in the Test Valley area in South East England and it has many different homes, from traditional to modern day. To help make the most of your property in Andover, just use vetted specialists to get the right price for the work you need carried out.

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JM Fencing and Landscaping

89 review(s)
Based: in Farnham, GU10 1FD

Mitchell Landscaping have been established for 10 years, offering quality advice and services in landscaping, Gardening and Fencing. We pride ourselves in offering a prompt, efficient service and are always conscious of our customers needs. I alw...

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Brigitte R., GU15
5

Garden | Decking in Camberley

Nice guy who I will contact again once if we decide to go ahead with the project.

Tree & Garden Designs

63 review(s)
Based: in Gloucestershire, GL7 6DA

I am a family runed business professional and efficient for 30 years !

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Anjuna B., HP14
5

Garden | Decking in High Wycombe

All good service. Clean & tidy people. Finishing of the to be improved

ED Landscapes

3 review(s)
Based: in Salisbury, SP5 4JS

Hello my name is David I’ve been doing landscaping for the past 15 years and I can offer a wide range of different things for example fencing,tree care,drive ways,patios and much more for any enquiries please feel free to contact me I will be more ...

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Richard P., SP10
5

Garden | Decking in Andover

Very professional, good advice. Very happy.

Lenthall Landscapes

1 review(s)
Based: in Hook, RG27 8EX

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Brigitte R., GU15
5

Garden | Decking in Camberley

Very impressed as Oliver also brought a roofer with him to discuss the whole project of taking the roof off the garage t...

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09 May

Garden | Decking

Andover - SP10

Enquiry from: Richard F

Start Date: Immediate

approximately 60m squared of composite decking in back garden. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: deck only please call to...

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20 Apr

Garden | Decking

Andover - SP10

Enquiry from: Richard F

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approximately 60m squared of composite decking in back garden. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: deck only please call to...

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11 Apr

Garden | Decking

Andover - SP11

Enquiry from: Kesaia U

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i need to level my back garden and have fresh grass turf laid on. i would also like a wooden decking. are you the property owner: owner property type: semi detached do you have a: medium size garden g...

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06 Dec

Garden | Decking

Andover - SP11

Enquiry from: Rondy A

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some one to dig out my garden to make it are you the property owner: owner property type: semi detached do you have a: unsure garden type: back garden work required: decking current state of garden...

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08 Jun

Garden | Decking

Andover - SP11

Enquiry from: Nicholas O

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i need to replace 11 strips of decking on my existing deck. the length required is 2.81m 140 mm wide and 28mm thick. i need the existing boards to be taken up and the new boards cut and fitted. this w...

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26 May

Garden | Decking

Andover - SP11

Enquiry from: Andy J

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remove existing wooden decking around 10sqm and replace with larger 15 sqm composite decking are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you requ...

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24 Apr

Garden | Decking

Andover - SP10

Enquiry from: Richard P

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cover old patio with decking. approximately 6meters x 2 meters. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck pl...

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14 Jan

Garden | Decking

Andover - SP10

Enquiry from: Sophie M

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whole of garden area to be fitted with decking. there is a gradient in the back garden so wanting to have two levels of natural decking with 3 steps at the centre. thanks are you the property owner: ...

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07 Jul

Garden | Decking

Andover - SP10

Enquiry from: Lisa T

Start Date: Immediate

Looking for a decking to be laid ASAP which will hold a shed and have an area to be able to sit out and enjoy the sun - Estimated Service Date: 18/07/2015 - Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 256 - Reaso...

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05 Jun

Garden | Decking

Newbury - RG20

Enquiry from: Anthony G

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mr requested quotes for wooden decking from a carpenter around newbury. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information below is...

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03 Apr

Garden | Decking

Newbury - RG14

Enquiry from: Peter B

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supply and install basic decking in area approx 12/14 sq mtrs are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please...

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28 Mar

Garden | Decking

Newbury - RG14

Enquiry from: Peter B

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supply and install basic decking in area approx 12/14 sq mtrs are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please...

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10 Mar

Garden | Decking

Newbury - RG14

Enquiry from: Peter B

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supply and install basic decking in area approx 12/14 sq mtrs are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please...

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21 Jan

Garden | Decking

Basingstoke - RG23

Enquiry from: Jim G

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fit supplie wood decking timber 5mx4m flat area with good access are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other what level of service do you require: supply and deck please c...

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29 Apr

Garden | Decking

Winchester - SO21

Enquiry from: Chris C

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: to replace the patio and level also put in a decking area with raised bed...

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21 Apr

Garden | Decking

Stockbridge - SO20

Enquiry from: Jan G

Start Date: Immediate

supply and fit decking please, size appro are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to appoint

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20 Apr

Garden | Decking

Basingstoke - RG23

Enquiry from: Mel I

Start Date: Immediate

deck area for dining in back garden not sure about size are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please ca...

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10 Jun

Garden | Decking

Tidworth - SP9

Enquiry from: Julie S

Start Date: Less than one month

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Time scale: Less than one month Other Forms: None Please call to appoint

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22 May

Garden | Decking

Winchester - SO23

Enquiry from: Charles D

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Decking for the back garden Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached What level of service do you require: Supply and deck Time scale: 1-3 months Please call t...

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10 Oct

Garden | Decking

Basingstoke - RG23

Enquiry from: Debbie B

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

MY GARDEN IS ROUGHLY 7METRES BY 8 METRES. IT IS A NEW BUILD HOUSE AND SO IS JUST SOIL AT THE MOMENT WITH A FEW SLABS. I WOULD LIKE A CIRCLE OF ARTIFICIAL LAWN LAID, SOME PAVING TO EDGE IT AND A MIXTU...

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FAQs

How much maintenance will a wooden deck need?

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 do I need?
How much decking you need will – of course – depend on how big you plan your deck to be. There is an equation to help you work out how many deck boards you need. It’s a little complicated until you’ve been shown how it works, but once you know how to do it it’s easy to work out how much decking you need for any project. The equation takes into account the recommended 10% wastage and includes the expansion gaps that are required, which is between 5-8mm along the length of the deck boards (EGL, or expansion gap length) and 3mm along the ends of the deck boards (EGW, or expansion gap width) for timber. It also assumes you’re laying your decking horizontally, as if you’re looking for a diagonal or chevron design you’ll need more deck boards. Let’s go through an example, assuming you have a 10m x 6m area that you want to cover with decking made from timber boards that are 2.4m long and 144mm wide. We’ll use the EGL of 5mm and EGW of 3mm.
  1. Calculate the surface area for your decking Multiply the length (L) of your decking area by the width (W): L x W = Decking Surface Area (DSA) in m2 10 x 6 = 60m2
  2. Work out the coverage of your deck boards Add your deck board width (DBW) to the expansion gap length (EGL), then add the deck board length (DBL) to the expansion gap width (EGW). Then multiply these numbers. (DBW + EGL) x (DBL + EGW) = Single Board Coverage (SBC) 0.144m + 0.005m = 0.149m 2.4m + 0.003m = 2.403m 0.149 x 2.403 = 0.358m2
  3. Calculate the number of deck boards you need Multiply the SBC by 1.1 to allow for 10% wastage. Then, divide the DSA by the SBC. DSA / SCB x 1.1 = Total number of boards required 60m2 / 0.358m2 x 1.1 = 184.36 boards – so round up to 185 so you’re not left short.
If that all seems a bit complicated for you, let a professional do the maths – they will be able to give you an idea of how much decking you’ll need in no time.
How to fit composite decking?
Fitting composite decking is similar to installing timber decking, but there are some small differences in terms of the gaps you need to leave between boards and the screws you use. We’ll go through a quick guide to show you the process involved in fitting composite decking so you can decide whether it’s something you want to do yourself. Prepare the area Prepare the area according to our instructions in the previous FAQs – or you can use an existing patio or concrete base if you have one. Measure and mark out the area using chalk (if using an existing base). Assemble the decking frame Build the outer frame as we show in our FAQs above; if the area you have planned is longer than your joists, you’ll need to join them together. When you’ve built the frame and it’s secure, ensure that it’s at the right level for water runoff and add risers, slabs or treated off-cuts of timber at 500mm intervals if you need to. Add joists The spacing of your joists will depend on the type of design you have chosen for your composite decking. If you’re laying arched boards horizontally, you’ll need to space the joists 300mm apart. Lay your composite decking boards
  1. If you’ve not got an overhang or it’s a fixed deck, fit starter clips along the outside edge of the frame and secure with screws provided with the composite decking. If you are working with an overhang, put the first board into position not exceeding 25mm. If you’re adding a fascia, put an off-cut of board under the overhang so you know it’ll be flush with the fascia.
  2. Pre-drill all fixing points, measuring in 30mm from the edge of the board. Secure the board to the joist below with composite decking screws.
  3. Slide a hidden fastener clip in so it sits within the groove of the deck board. It needs to be in the centre of the joist to keep the boards secure and ensure an expansion gap of 6mm. Tighten the clips until just tight, and repeat so there’s a clip at every joist.
  4. Add the next board, ensuring that the fastener clips sit within the groove – make sure you don’t force it. Repeat step 3.
  5. Continue steps 3 and 4 until you’re at the final board, which you should secure in the same way as you did the first.
Add a fascia board If you’re adding a fascia, measure in 40mm from each end and add two guide marks: one at 40mm from the top and the other at 40mm from the bottom. Connect the marks, then mark at 300mm intervals down the board. Drill pilot holes, then put the fascia board into position. You need to make sure that there’s a 40mm ventilation gap between the bottom of the fascia and the ground. Ask someone to hold the board level until you’ve finished securing it with composite decking screws; you can get colour-matched ones so they don’t look unsightly at the end of your decking. Not so sure you want to carry out such a big project yourself? Get quotes from decking pros who will be able to fit composite decking much more quickly and easily.
How to lay decking?
Laying simple, ground-level decking may sound intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. With careful planning and preparation, you can lay decking that you’ll be proud to show off to neighbours, family and friends. Here are a few tips to get you started. Plan carefully Draw out a plan, to scale, on paper. This will help you to know how many boards you’ll need and ensure that you don’t end up having to cut anything to fit. Prepare the area Measure out the site according to your plan and hammer a peg into each corner, then tie string around each peg to help you see what you’re working with. If you’re not laying on existing slabs, dig into the ground, lifting out turf if it’s there, and check that the site is level. Then add concrete slabs for more stability or lay weed-control fabric over the ground and cover with gravel to further prevent weed growth. Build your sub-frame Since a lot of people ask this, we’ve got a more detailed guide in the FAQ below. Lay your deck boards
  1. Start in one corner of the sub-frame and position the first board across the inner joists. You want the deck board in the opposite direction to the inner joists, ensuring that it’s flush with the frame. Position any end-to-end joins between the deck boards halfway across an inner joist so you can screw both boards into the joist for stability. Make sure you keep a gap of between 5-8mm to allow for expansion of the wood.
  2. Begin to screw your deck boards to the joists. You’ll need to secure the deck board to every joist is covers along your deck frame. Use two screws for every joist. Mark where you’re going to add your screws, ensuring that they are at least 15mm from the end of the board and 20mm from the outside edges. Drill pilot holes for the screws, being careful to only drill through the deck board and not the joist. Then screw the decking screws into the holes.
  3. Continue to screw in the deck boards, ensuring you leave the correct expansion gap. You can stagger the deck board joins across the deck for more strength.
  4. Sand down any cut ends if you need to before applying decking preserver to protect the timber from rotting.
Although this is a simplified set of instructions, it’s enough for you to see whether you want to attempt to lay decking yourself – and if you don’t, you can get in touch with professionals who will be happy to give you a quote.

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