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Wooden Decking in Dereham

Wooden decking is an increasingly fashionable option for providing outdoor seating areas in gardens. Because of the natural beauty of wood, they can be very beautiful areas which you can use year round with the help of external heating and illumination. Wooden decking is typically fitted in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a smooth transition between interior and exterior spaces. Wooden decking can come in any size or shape to complement any area. Curved designs or large areas connected by pathways can create a striking effect. Wooden decking is relatively quick to install and causes little disruption, especially when compared to alternate options like patio or paving. It can even be installed over the top of an existing patio. It is critical however to make sure 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 choice of species of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Usually decking is made of hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability specifications. As hardwood decking will need maintenance, which generally will involve yearly cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods have become popular for use in wooden decking because they are stronger and require significantly less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Dereham

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 Dereham 2025

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

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Dereham

Dereham is a town and civil parish within the English county of Norfolk. Situated on the A47 road, it is 15 miles west of the city of Norwich and 25 miles east of King's Lynn. For local government uses, the town is the administrative base for the district of Breckland. The town encompasses an area of 8.31 square miles and at the time of the 2001 Census, there was a permanent population of 15659 residing in 6941 homes, with the population increasing to 18609 in the 2011 Census. Historical proof has revealed that settlements have actually been on the Dereham area since the Neolithic period, such as the discovery of a Neolithic polished greenstone axe head, flint scraper and other tools in local fields during the 1980s. Dereham is recognized for its role during The second world war, in which the 'Jentique' home furniture factory made boxes for instruments and bombs made use of over the course of the war. The town was additionally the home of 'Hobbies of Dereham', which designed blueprints, sets and tools, together with their popular treadle fretwork saws, for assembling wooden designs and toys. At its peak, Hobbies owned 10 shops in prestige locations across the UK, and the company now has facilities in Raveningham, where they continue to trade. Sports and leisure also have a significant function in the local area. The most popular site for various sports and leisure facilities is the former railway and industrial land close to the town's station, which merge to include swimming pools, a gymnasium, and a dance hall. The town is also home to Dereham F.C., a Non-League football club that plays at Adiss Park. For all your home upgrades, ensure to make use of reliable specialists in Dereham to make particular of quality.

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11 Mar

Garden | Decking

Dereham - NR19

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14 Jun

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Dereham - NR19

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decking installed in an area approximately 7metres by 4 metres. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please ...

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23 May

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Dereham - NR20

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04 Apr

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Dereham - NR20

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Need decking over patio inclusive extension of patio size : 5,2m x 3,5m aprox please supply quotation Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached What level of s...

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25 Mar

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Dereham - NR19

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i would like some decking laid around my pond. It is not a very big area

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31 Jan

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Dereham - NR19

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Roughly 4x3 mtr. Patch of grass to be replaced by wooden decking level with existing patio. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached What level of service do you ...

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Dereham - NR19

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03 Jun

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Norwich - NR9

Enquiry from: Sean B

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hi, i'm looking to get my garden tidied up and then maintained going forward. i haven't been able to give it the time required so far this year so it needs a bit of work to get it back into shape and...

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13 May

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Thetford - IP25

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a small area of decking 3 x 2.5 metres at ground level in need of replacement, straightforward, please can you help? are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what l...

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12 Jun

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Norwich - NR4

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26 Apr

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Norwich - NR4

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i would like to get an area of our garden decked asap 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 ...

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04 Aug

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Norwich - NR4

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customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. property type: semi detached, work description: large uneven garden , needs leveling, with retainer wall , maybe patio lai...

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30 Jun

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Wymondham - NR18

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need a lawsons cypress cut back in height to about 6 to 8 feet. are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached do you have a: large garden garden type: back garden g...

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20 Apr

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Attleborough - NR17

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Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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05 Apr

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Thetford - IP25

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: Someone to lay artificial grass and put up decking.

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21 Mar

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Thetford - IP25

Enquiry from: Kayleigh P

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: Someone to lay artificial grass and put up decking.

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10 Feb

Garden | Decking

Norwich - NR8

Enquiry from: Neil F

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: New turf lawn / maybe artificial lawn ... probably some slabs / maybe some de...

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31 May

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Swaffham - PE37

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Decking put in

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18 Jun

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Attleborough - NR17

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5.5m (length) x 3m (width) Just want to buy the decking boards and base to do the area

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13 May

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Norwich - NR9

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Rectangular area 7.5m X 3.5m requiring decking. Currently already flat and laid to turf. Please quote for materials, labour and waste removal. Estimated date provided of 12 June but looking to have wo...

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FAQs

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.
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.
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.

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