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Wooden Decking in Bicester

Wooden decking is an increasingly prevalent option for providing outdoor seating areas in gardens. Because of the natural beauty of wood, they can be very elegant spaces that can be used year round with the addition of additional heating and lighting. Wooden decking is generally fitted in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a seamless transition between interior and exterior spaces. Wooden decking is available in virtually any size or shape to fit any area. Curved designs or large areas connected by pathways can produce an impressive effect. Wooden decking is relatively easy to install and causes little disruption, particularly when compared to alternate options like patio or paving. It can even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is critical however to make sure that your wooden decking is structurally sound and capable of taking the load of any furniture or plants that you want to use on the decking. There is a range of types of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Generally decking is made of hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability specifications. As hardwood decking will demand maintenance, which generally 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 much less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Bicester

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

Wooden decking installation cost in Bicester 2024

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

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Bicester

Bicester (is really a town and civil parish in the Cherwell district of northeastern Oxfordshire in England.

This traditional market centre is one of the speediest expanding towns in Oxfordshire. Growth has been favoured by its distance to junction 9 of the M40 motorway connecting it to London, Birmingham and Banbury. It includes good road links to Oxford, Kidlington, Brackley, Buckingham, Aylesbury and Witney, and even rail service.

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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

Stoneartuk LTD

14 review(s)
Based: in London, HA5 3TA

Hi my name is Martin from stone art uk ltd we are a local run landscaping company within the Pinner area we specialise in all types of driveways and patios please do not hesitate to visit us at are website or give us a call .

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Bob A., GU15
3

Garden | Decking in Camberley

no-price

Advanced Tree and Landscaping Services

15 review(s)
Based: in Watford, WD24 7LS

Tree surgery services also avaliable Find us on Thomson local and Google

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Michael F., HA8
4

Garden | Decking in Edgware

The job was well done, some of the finishing could have been better

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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31 May

Garden | Decking

Bicester - OX26

Enquiry from: Ciprian W

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: Outside garden

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13 May

Garden | Decking

Bicester - OX26

Enquiry from: Michael H

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: Clean patio ,clean decking , cut and tidy grass and hedge , must be completed ...

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04 May

Garden | Decking

Bicester - OX25

Enquiry from: Francois M

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would like a quote to deck the back part of our gardens - Estimated Service Date: 04/05/2016 - Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 500 - Reason for Request: To get quotes and then choose a decking company

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07 Apr

Garden | Decking

Bicester - OX26

Enquiry from: Elena G

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Decking at the bottom of the garden and an in-built bench attached to the wall. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached What level of service do you require:...

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30 Jun

Garden | Decking

Oxford - OX3

Enquiry from: Jing Z

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homeowner garden decking supplied and fitted please call to appoint

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25 May

Garden | Decking

Oxford - OX1

Enquiry from: Rakesh N

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Garden levelled and decking and fence put up

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04 May

Garden | Decking

Witney - OX29

Enquiry from: John C

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*homeowner garden decking supplied and fitted please call to appoint

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30 Sep

Garden | Decking

Oxford - OX2

Enquiry from: Jane H

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decking required on balcony are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to appoint

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31 Aug

Garden | Decking

Oxford - OX4

Enquiry from: Janey M

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we have a currently raised patio which is paved with slabs. we would like this replaced or covered with composite decking. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace wha...

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27 Jun

Garden | Decking

Witney - OX29

Enquiry from: Ysobel D

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hi, we are looking to have a new deck put in. approx 3m x 12m. can we arrange for a consultation to quote plus info on lead times please? with thanks, ysobel are you the property owner: owner of the p...

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14 Jun

Garden | Decking

Oxford - OX3

Enquiry from: Brenda B

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to uplift and remove existing wooden decking and replace with composite decking are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply a...

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06 May

Garden | Decking

Oxford - OX2

Enquiry from: Alison C

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repair to existing decking - two or three planks need to be replaced and the whole thing cleaned up and restored. also repair on fence needed (definitely not replacement) are you the property owner: ...

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12 Apr

Garden | Decking

Oxford - OX1

Enquiry from: Christian H

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we are having some bifold doors fitted to our conservatory and would like to deck out over the existing patio area. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what...

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23 Mar

Garden | Decking

Witney - OX29

Enquiry from: Joy W

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customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. property type: terrace work description: small back garden clearance and makeover . large amount of gravelto clear and rubb...

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22 Mar

Garden | Decking

Oxford - OX3

Enquiry from: Catherine T

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current decking is old and rotting. looking at replacing the whole decking. can send a picture are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do y...

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14 Mar

Garden | Decking

Aylesbury - HP18

Enquiry from: Robert F

Start Date: Immediate

fitting of pre bought composite decking - 4.8meters x 2.4 meters are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: deck only please call ...

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11 Mar

Garden | Decking

Aylesbury - HP18

Enquiry from: Robert F

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fitting of pre bought composite decking - 4.8meters x 2.4 meters are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: deck only please call ...

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06 Mar

Garden | Decking

Aylesbury - HP18

Enquiry from: Robert F

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fitting of pre bought composite decking - 4.8meters x 2.4 meters are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: deck only please call ...

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04 Apr

Garden | Decking

Oxford - OX4

Enquiry from: Corin G

Start Date: Immediate

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace Other Forms: Garden Maintenance, Wooden Decking Agreed to receive quotes for selected products: Yes Please call to appoint

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30 May

Garden | Decking

Oxford - OX33

Enquiry from: Anna S

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

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FAQs

How to build a deck frame?
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
  1. Measure your deck frame and cut to size if necessary.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Fit the coach screws with either a drill driver or socket and ratchet.
  5. 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.
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.

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 build decking on a slope?
You might think that building decking on a slope is a no-go, but it’s actually a great way to help you make use of your garden when the ground is sloping. It will provide you with a level surface that you can BBQ on as well as dine alfresco without finding that your meal is rolling down the table. But how do you build decking on a slope? Our guide in the FAQ above, ‘How to build a raised deck’, is the perfect solution – but we’ll break it down here if you just want to get an idea of what’s involved. Dig out the area If you’re laying on soil or turf, you’ll need to dig it out. Dig down and remove all the turf from the area and ensure that there are no weeds or stones in the area you’re going to build your decking on. Since you’re building on a slope, it will be hard to get it level, but dig out to a depth of 50mm and lay weed-control fabric with gravel over the top. Add posts and set with concrete Make holes for posts and add them in, ensuring they’re longer than you need. Make sure they’re level, then fill the holes with a concrete mix to set them in place. Build the outer frame Make sure you always work at the top of the slope when you’re building your decking, and measure where the highest point of the decking will be. Secure the 4 sides of the outer frame and factor in a 2mm fall for every metre of decking so rainwater can run off. Add joists Secure joists along your frame at 400mm intervals. If you get to the last joist and there will be more than a 400mm gap left at the end, add in an extra one for support. Lay your deck boards Screw your deck boards to the joists, ensuring that the deck boards are running in the opposite direction to the joists. For timber boards, you need to make sure you leave an expansion gap of 5-8mm. These steps should give you an idea of whether you want to have a go at building decking on a slope, or whether you want to leave it to the pros.
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