Wooden Decking in Christchurch

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Wooden Decking in Christchurch

Wooden decking is an increasingly common choice for providing outdoor seating areas in gardens. Due to the natural beauty of wood, they can be very elegant spaces which can be used year round by installing external heating and illumination. Wooden decking is frequently fitted in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a smooth transition between inside and outside spaces. Wooden decking can come in virtually any size or shape to match any area. Curved designs or large areas connected by pathways can produce a stunning effect. Wooden decking is reasonably easy to install and causes minimal disruption, particularly when compared to alternatives like patio or paving. It could even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is essential however to be sure that your wooden decking is structurally sound and able to take 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. Often decking is constructed from hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability specifications. As hardwood decking will need maintenance, which typically includes yearly cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods are becoming popular for use in wooden decking as they are more robust and require significantly less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Christchurch

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 Christchurch, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Wooden decking installation cost in Christchurch 2025

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

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Christchurch

The Dorset town and borough of Christchurch can be found in the southwest of Britain having a population of 47,700. The town borders both Bournemouth on the west plus the New Forest on the east. Christchurch is the fourth most populated town in Dorset and is also regarded as a retirement town with one of the oldest populations in the UK. With regard to property upgrades in Christchurch, employ vetted and reputable experts for the best price along with a good quality finish.

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15 Oct

Garden | Decking

Christchurch - BH23

Enquiry from: Matt W

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roughly 20/25 square meters of decking are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: deck only please call to appoint

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26 Jul

Garden | Decking

Christchurch - BH23

Enquiry from: Roger M

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supply and fit 2.5m x 3m decking on flat grass. 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 app...

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12 Mar

Garden | Decking

Christchurch - BH23

Enquiry from: Ken E

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to remove approx 40 sq mtrs of wooden decking and replace with new. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck ple...

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13 Jun

Garden | Decking

Christchurch - BH23

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14 Jun

Garden | Decking

Poole - BH12

Enquiry from: Victoria K

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miss requested quotes for wooden decking from a carpenter around poole. 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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30 Mar

Garden | Decking

Totland Bay - PO39

Enquiry from: Jane L

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raise ground levels, decking and borders to be made. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you have a: medium size garden garden type: back garden work requ...

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24 Mar

Garden | Decking

Totland Bay - PO39

Enquiry from: Jane L

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raise ground levels, decking and borders to be made. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you have a: medium size garden garden type: back garden work requ...

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24 Jan

Garden | Decking

Swanage - BH19

Enquiry from: Kevin D

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replace decking please and level it up please 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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19 Aug

Garden | Decking

Swanage - BH19

Enquiry from: Maria W

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l shaped decking area in garden. roughly 20 square metres. are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to a...

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17 Feb

Garden | Decking

Bournemouth - BH4

Enquiry from: Rob J

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we are looking for hardwood or hardwood looking decking, 4x4.5m, posted base to level, plus skirt close to ground. we are in westbourne, bournemouth. what would this roughly cost please. kind regards ...

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22 Sep

Garden | Decking

Totland Bay - PO39

Enquiry from: Jessica B

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would need 45sqm of millboard decking installed for a balcony project. the measurements from the slope to where the balcony should sit are 0.15cm from the shortest point and 0.3cm from the highest. a...

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02 Aug

Garden | Decking

Bournemouth - BH2

Enquiry from: Allison M

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Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Other Forms: 92 Agreed to recieve quotes for selected products: Yes Please call to appoint

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20 Apr

Garden | Decking

Poole - BH12

Enquiry from: Adam T

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Power wash large decking area, keep paths clear, keep long stretch of boundary hedges trimmed back, other general hedge trimming / tidying. Some other ad hoc maintenance jobs. Ideally a once a fortnig...

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12 Apr

Garden | Decking

Bournemouth - BH5

Enquiry from: Iris R

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Other, Work description: Removal of old rotted decking and replacing with new, also removal of surrounding ...

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27 Mar

Garden | Decking

Poole - BH15

Enquiry from: Sarah H

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Weeding & planting for spring, lawn care, patio & decking needs pressure ...

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06 Apr

Garden | Decking

Poole - BH14

Enquiry from: Padmasini D

Start Date: Immediate

Decking needs refurbishment. Few slacks are broken that need fixing as well.

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05 May

Garden | Decking

Poole - BH15

Enquiry from: Roger G

Start Date: Immediate

Replace existing decking with non rot decking. A lift to take the decking to the job will be available.

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02 Apr

Garden | Decking

Bournemouth - BH5

Enquiry from: Kathie P

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Other, Work description: Spring clean, weed and mulch beds, trim edges, removal of one large Palm , general...

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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.

Can I fit a hot tub on my terrace or decking?

Yes, although you should make sure that the terrace or decking is able to support the weight of a hot tub. Usually, you will need to have a structural survey carried out on the area. Seek the advise of a hot tub retailer or installer about the logistics of installing one at your property.

How much is decking?
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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