Wooden Decking in Bodmin

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Wooden Decking in Bodmin

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 beautiful spaces that can be used year round by adding external heating and lighting. Wooden decking is commonly installed in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a seamless transition between inside and outside spaces. Wooden decking is available in virtually any size or shape to suit any area. Curved designs or large areas joined by pathways can produce a striking effect. Wooden decking is relatively easy to install and causes minimal disruption, particularly in comparison to alternate options like patio or paving. It could even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is vital however to make certain that your wooden decking is structurally sound and capable of taking the weight of any furniture or plants that you would like to use on the decking. There is a choice of varieties of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Usually decking is constructed from hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability specifications. As hardwood decking will need maintenance, which generally consists of 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 Bodmin

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 Bodmin 2025

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

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Bodmin

Bodmin is a civil parish and main town in Cornwall, England, UK. It is located south-west of Bodmin Moor. The extent of the civil parish corresponds fairly closely to that of the town so is mainly urban in character. It is neighboured to the east by Cardinham parish, to the southeast by Lanhydrock parish, to the southwest and west by Lanivet parish, and to the north by Helland parish. As recorded in the 2001 Census, Bodmin had a resident population of roughly 13,000 individuals. This population had increased to around 15,000 in the 2011 Census. The town was previously the county town of Cornwall till the Crown Courts relocated to Truro, which is also the administrative centre. Bodmin was in the administrative North Cornwall District until local government reorganisation in 2009 abolished the District. The town is a part of the North Cornwall constituency. Bodmin Town Council is made up of 16 councillors who are elected to serve a term of 4 years. Each year, the Council elects 1 of its number as Mayor to serve as the town's civic leader and to run council meetings. Bodmin Beacon Local Nature Reserve is the hill overlooking the town. The reserve features 83 acres (33.6 hectares) of public land and reaches a total of 162 metres at its highest point, with a unique landmark at the highest point. The 44-metre tall monument to Sir Walter Raleigh Gilbert was built in 1857 by the townspeople of Bodmin to honour the soldier's life and work . For all your property upgrades, be sure that you work with trusted specialists in Bodmin to ensure you get a good quality service.

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A1 FENCING & DECKING

15 review(s)
Based: in Plymouth, PL4 6NL

All types of domestic and garden and security fencing catered for free quotations no job too big or small

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Jeanne M., PL12
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Garden | Decking in Saltash

The installation of the decking was very good but they did not clear up any of the mess afterwards so no stars for this

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27 Apr

Garden | Decking

Bodmin - PL30

Enquiry from: Kate M

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customer in the bodmin area made an enquiry a couple of projects including wooden decking.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are you the prop...

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05 Jul

Garden | Decking

Bodmin - PL30

Enquiry from: Carl H

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just moved inti property garden over grown needs tlc are you the property owner: owner property type: terrace do you have a: large garden garden type: back garden work required: lawn/turfing, decking...

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22 Apr

Garden | Decking

Bodmin - PL30

Enquiry from: R P

Start Date: Immediate

Install 4.8X3.6m decking with hand rails mostly over slope with maximum height above slope of approx 1m

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18 Apr

Garden | Decking

Looe - PL13

Enquiry from: Susan G

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Small decking area approx 6'x4'

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04 Nov

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Padstow - PL28

Enquiry from: Norman B

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replace existing decking with composite material 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 ap...

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03 Sep

Garden | Decking

St. Austell - PL25

Enquiry from: Paul S

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composite decking on a 8m x 5m balcony and artificial grass. (concept 3d design image available) are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other what level of service do you req...

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13 Apr

Garden | Decking

Looe - PL13

Enquiry from: Paule R

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remove existing decking and replace with new decking are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to appo...

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12 Aug

Garden | Decking

St. Austell - PL26

Enquiry from: Colin F

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wooden decking to rear garden approx 35 metres are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to appoint

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14 Jun

Garden | Decking

Camelford - PL32

Enquiry from: Phil H

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: We have a slightly sloping garden and want to have seating area. To reduce...

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12 Mar

Garden | Decking

St. Austell - PL26

Enquiry from: Barry J

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: Removal of decking Fencing Tree pruning installation of water feature and gr...

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11 Sep

Garden | Decking

Camelford - PL32

Enquiry from: Mark C

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Laying of turf cutting hedges and digging ground for patio area Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Roughly the size of your garden: 31+ m2 Garden Type: Fr...

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14 Mar

Garden | Decking

St. Austell - PL25

Enquiry from: Philip A

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Area of decking outside the back door alongside the house and the current small grass area changed to stone or chippings. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace What ...

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09 Jan

Garden | Decking

St. Austell - PL26

Enquiry from: Derek A

Start Date: Immediate

12x120 x2.400 m

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29 Sep

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Par - PL24

Enquiry from: Steve N

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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

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01 Apr

Garden | Decking

Fowey - PL23

Enquiry from: Stuart C

Start Date: Immediate

11 lengths of 5 inch decking at atleast 4 meter lenths

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26 Jan

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St. Austell - PL25

Enquiry from: Judith O

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Non slip/rot decking replacement. Approximate size 5.3 x 1.6 metres Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached What level of service do you require: Supply and deck ...

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FAQs

How to lay decking on uneven ground?
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
  1. 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.
  2. Add a 50mm layer of hardcore and make sure it’s compact.
  3. Build the decking sub-frame as we describe in ‘How to build a deck frame’.
  4. Lay out paving slabs along the edges and in the centre of the area. This will help to spread the weight of the decking.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
Will I need safety barriers or balustrades for my decking?

If your deck isn’t going to be flat to the ground, it’s a good idea to have some kind of balustrade to avoid any tripping. If the gap between the deck and the ground is less than 600mm, use a 900mm balustrade. If it’s higher than 600mm, the balustrade should be 1100mm tall.

How to build a raised deck?
Building a raised deck will take some time and is trickier than laying standard decking at ground level, but if you want to build decking on a slope or uneven ground it’s the best way to do it. If you do your research and follow instructions, you and a friend or family member can build a raised deck over a few days. Here’s a simplified guide of the steps you’ll need to take. Plan carefully It’s best to plan your raised deck by drawing it to scale on paper before you go and get supplies. This will help avoid wastage and making more cuts to timber than necessary. Prepare the area Prepare the area according to the instructions we give in the FAQ ‘How to lay decking’. However, because you’re building a raised deck, you’ll need to add posts:
  1. Place a post in the corner of the frame you created with the pegs and string. Measure and mark out 100mm from each side.
  2. Dig out this soil to a depth of 700mm (watch out for cables or pipes). You should have a 300 x 300mm hole. Repeat for the other 3 corners.
  3. Using a brick bolster, split a concrete block in two. Put a section of the block in each hole.
  4. Get a length of post longer than you need and place one in each hole. You can cut it down later.
  5. Create props on each post to hold them in place until you’re ready to add a cement mix. Check that they’re level. When you’re happy that they are, secure them in place with a concrete mix, making sure you create a slope in the concrete so that rainwater runs away from each post. When the concrete is set, remove the props.
  6. Create a string line around each corner post and find the centre point between each. Place a timber batten at each point, ensuring that they’re not spaced any more than 1500mm apart.
Make the outer frame
  1. Working from the corner where the deck will be at its highest above ground level, measure and mark on the post where the highest part of the frame will be.
  2. Measure from the far side of one post to the opposite and cut sections of joist to size. Line up a piece of joist with the mark you made and temporarily secure it. Factor in a 2mm fall for every metre of decking so rainwater can run off.
  3. Secure the frame to the other corner post, ensuring it’s at the right level. Do this for every side of the outer frame.
  4. Using 100mm coach screws with washers hanging on the end, secure each end of the four sections of frame.
  5. Mark out where the centre of the support posts will be and secure all of these posts to the frame, except the centre post.
  6. Add your central support joists. These should run in the same direction as the deck boards will run. You’ll need to measure from the inside of the frame on one side to the inside of the frame on the opposite side. Attach the joist in the same way as you did for the other posts. Repeat so the centre post is in between two sections of frame and secure the posts with concrete.
  7. Trim down all the posts to the correct height using a saw.
  8. Add your weed-control fabric and weigh down with gravel across the entire area.
Add your joists
  1. Measure 400mm from the centre of the outer frame and mark a line. This will be where the first joist is positioned. Repeat at 400mm intervals down the length of the frame – if the last one will be more than 400mm, add another joist to create enough support.
  2. Attach a joist hanger to each end of the joist.
  3. Place the joist in position so the centre lines up with the 400mm spacer mark.
  4. Secure using external grade screws once you’re happy that the joist is flush with the frame.
Lay your decking boards Refer to our FAQ on how to lay decking to see how you should attach your decking boards. Remember: Always treat cut ends and pilot holes with decking preservative to keep your decking in good condition for as long as possible. Building a raised deck isn’t a straightforward task. If you’d rather leave it to the professionals, get a range of quotes to help you get the best price and a high quality finish.
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.

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