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Wooden Decking in Dawlish

Wooden decking is an increasingly fashionable choice for creating outdoor seating areas in gardens. Because of the natural beauty of wood, they can be very beautiful areas which you can use year round by using external heating and lighting. Wooden decking is usually 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 any size or shape to fit any area. Curved designs or large areas joined by pathways can create an attractive effect. Wooden decking is relatively easy to install and causes minimal disruption, particularly in comparison to other possibilities like patio or paving. It can even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is necessary however to make certain 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 variety 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 demand maintenance, which usually will involve yearly cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods are becoming more popular for use in wooden decking because they are more robust and require much less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Dawlish

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 Dawlish 2024

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

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Dawlish

Dawlish is a town and civil parish in Teignbridge on the south coast of Devon in England, 12 miles (19 km) from the county town of Exeter. It had a permanent resident population of 12819 at the time of the 2001 Census, which shrank to 11312 at the 2011 census. Throughout the 18th century, it grew from a little fishing port to eventually become a prominent seaside resort. Dawlish is located at the outlet of a small river, Dawlish Water, between Permian red sandstone cliffs, and is fronted by a sandy beach with the South Devon Railway sea wall and the Riviera Line railway above. Behind this is a central public park, The Lawn, through which Dawlish Water flows. Immediately to the south-west of Dawlish is a headland, Lea Mount, with Boat Cove at its foot and Coryton Cove, the most remote part of the beach accessible by the seawall course, behind it. To the north-east, using the beach or seawall, the coast can be followed some 2 km to Langstone Rock and the resort of Dawlish Warren beyond, although this course is closed off at extreme high water. Dawlish is also recognized for its black swans (Cygnus atratus), introduced from Western Australia, which live with other unusual waterfowl in a small urban sanctuary on Dawlish Water. Dawlish train station is positioned in the town centre next to the beach. It is served by trains to a lot of stations in Devon, and to London and additional afield. The line is noted as one of the most remarkable stretches of track in Britain for its natural allure. For all your home enhancements, make sure to identify respected experts in Dawlish to make specific of quality.

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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
5

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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14 Mar

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Dawlish - EX7

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: we need ideas.

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21 Jul

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Totnes - TQ9

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Decking, weed control, landscaping, fencing.

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20 Jan

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Teignmouth - TQ14

Enquiry from: Gary C

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hi, garden is alittle out of control. would like to make it more manageable and possibly have some landscaping done are you the property owner: owner property type: detached do you have a: medium siz...

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29 Jan

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Totnes - TQ9

Enquiry from: Elle W

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we would like to get a quote and advice on a small garden project. we require the clearing of the end of our garden of bushes and installation of a decking area. also a footpath that leads from garden...

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14 Jan

Garden | Decking

Exmouth - EX8

Enquiry from: Bill L

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install new decking to replace existing (i will remove) 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 ...

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01 Apr

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Teignmouth - TQ14

Enquiry from: Pauline W

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small garden weeding pruning week in summer then 2 weekly are you the property owner: owner property type: detached do you have a: medium size garden garden type: back garden, front garden work requi...

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01 Mar

Garden | Decking

Paignton - TQ4

Enquiry from: Alec H

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customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. property type: terrace, work description: level front garden small piece of fencing & decking

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23 Aug

Garden | Decking

Torquay - TQ2

Enquiry from: Jeanette S

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are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached other forms: none please call to appoint

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21 Aug

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Torquay - TQ2

Enquiry from: Jeanette S

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are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached other forms: none please call to appoint what level of service do you require: supply and deck

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22 May

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Paignton - TQ3

Enquiry from: Claire G

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

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14 Jan

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Exmouth - EX8

Enquiry from: Maria K

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: Mainly tidy up cut hedges remove stubs and weeds back garden remove shed put fen...

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29 Mar

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Paignton - TQ3

Enquiry from: Julie W

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Decking built over existing concrete raised patio Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached What level of service do you require: Supply and deck

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13 Sep

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Torquay - TQ2

Enquiry from: Scott M

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Advice and quote for composite decking at property rear

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09 Aug

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Paignton - TQ3

Enquiry from: Shannon C

Start Date: 3+ months

I need new balcony stairs and present decked balcony updating. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached What level of service do you require: Supply and deck Time...

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25 Jul

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Paignton - TQ4

Enquiry from: Stephen G

Start Date: Immediate

composite or wooden deck 12ft x 9ft. New house so deck will go where there is newly laid turf

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27 Jun

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Torquay - TQ2

Enquiry from: Amanda M

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Decking in garden durable and non slip Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Other What level of service do you require: Supply and deck Time scale: Less than one month

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12 Apr

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Exeter - EX6

Enquiry from: James S

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Decking required to garden area. Level area. access is good with car park space close to garden. - Estimated Service Date: 27/05/2016 - Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 161 - Reason for Request: To ge...

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06 Jul

Garden | Decking

Newton Abbot - TQ12

Enquiry from: Susan D

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Homeowner Wooden decking We are looking for decking only with a max height from ground level to be 500mm. I would like a quote for softwood and hardwood (larch) as a comparison. Supplied and ins...

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25 Mar

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Torquay - TQ2

Enquiry from: Moe B

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Replacement of 2 4" 2" joists and 13 lengths of decking - Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 10 - Reason for Request Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Wh...

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13 Mar

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Teignmouth - TQ14

Enquiry from: Jeff F

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Home Owner i am looking for a quote for diy decking materials in wood for a 10 mtr oblong decking i do not require balestrading just thje floor area. the ground is already leveled - Estimated Servi...

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FAQs

How to make steps for a deck?
Unless you built a ground-level deck, you’re going to need steps to go with it. Check Building Regulations to see if you need to install handrails as well. It’s good practice to:
  • Have a step tread width of 900mm – if you don’t want them that wide, they should be no less than 760mm
  • Add a central step riser to stairs wider than 900mm to prevent them buckling
  • Add a step depth (the vertical distance between each step) of between 150 and 180mm if building your own riser, so the steps are at a comfortable depth
Getting started To build your steps for the deck, you’ll need:
  • Step treads (the actual step themselves)
  • Step risers
  • Coach screws
  • Deck screws
  • Saw
  • Drill
Make the steps for your deck
  1. Make sure the ground where you want to put your steps is level and firm. If it’s not, consider laying concrete or paving slabs to provide a secure surface for your steps to sit so they don’t sink.
  2. Grab some joist off-cuts and cut them to the same width as your step treads. Attach them to the step risers at the top and bottom using countersunk coach screws.
  3. Place the steps against the sub-frame of the deck; if you’ve put slabs down for support, make sure the steps sit in the middle of them. The longest edge of the stair riser should be on the slabs, and the short edge against the deck. Drill pilot holes through the step and sub-frame joist, then screw the step to the sub-frame with more coach screws.
  4. After drilling pilot holes, screw the treads into the risers at each end with deck screws.
  5. If you don’t want gaps between each stair, you can add joist off-cuts or deck boards. Measure the height and depth of the gap, then screw the off-cut or board into the step riser with two screws at each end.
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 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 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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