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Wooden Decking in Exmouth

Wooden decking is an increasingly popular choice for providing outdoor seating areas in gardens. Due to the natural beauty of wood, they can be very fashionable spaces which can be used year round by using additional heating and illumination. Wooden decking is frequently installed 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 joined by pathways can create an impressive effect. Wooden decking is relatively easy to install and causes little disruption, particularly in comparison to other possibilities like patio or paving. It could even be installed over the top of an existing patio. It is essential however to be 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 range of varieties 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 demand maintenance, which typically involves annual cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods are becoming popular for use in wooden decking because they are more robust and require much less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Exmouth

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 Exmouth 2025

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

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Exmouth

Exmouth is a town in the South West of Great Britain, situated in the county of Devon. It possesses a population of 35,939 and it is the fifth most inhabited settlement in Devon. The seaside town is especially noted for water sports such as sailing, wind-surfing and jet-skiing. For house enhancements you'd like in the Exmouth region, ensure to utilise local professionals for the best price available.

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Based: in Plymouth, PL4 6NL

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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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14 Jan

Garden | Decking

Exmouth - EX8

Enquiry from: Bill L

Start Date: Immediate

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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14 Jan

Garden | Decking

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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23 Feb

Garden | Decking

Exmouth - EX8

Enquiry from: T H

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Decking put in back garden roughly 4mX4m Homeowner Supplied and fitted Please contact to appoint

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20 Jan

Garden | Decking

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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12 Jul

Garden | Decking

Exeter - EX1

Enquiry from: Terrence L

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customer made an enquiry for wooden decking and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a carpenter.mr lives in the exeter area and would like a call to discuss options.see below de...

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06 Jul

Garden | Decking

Exeter - EX1

Enquiry from: Stephanie M

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I would like to have decking put in my garden.

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12 Apr

Garden | Decking

Exeter - EX4

Enquiry from: Tracy B

Start Date: Immediate

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decking, planters and seating for small back yard 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 appoint

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22 Jun

Garden | Decking

Exeter - EX4

Enquiry from: Mary G

Start Date: Immediate

repairs to decking , partially rotten 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 appoint

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21 Apr

Garden | Decking

Exeter - EX4

Enquiry from: Rob C

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i have a small garden all decked. i have an octagon shaped dropped section where i have table and chairs. because it is sloped the bottom end joists get the water and have rotted. would require some s...

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12 Apr

Garden | Decking

Exeter - EX4

Enquiry from: Nicola B

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to dismantel and remove existing conservatory and to re-fit with wooden decking. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply...

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01 Apr

Garden | Decking

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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12 Mar

Garden | Decking

Exeter - EX2

Enquiry from: Julie W

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i would like a quote for replacing my decking to the maintenance free type, thanks are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached what level of service do you requi...

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14 Oct

Garden | Decking

Exeter - EX2

Enquiry from: Vince M

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have a deck already which is 8 years old and needs replacing. it is approx 4.6 x 8.5 m angles to the rear due to garden shape want composite decking cladco ? type grey with boarder and front facia ...

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03 Sep

Garden | Decking

Exeter - EX4

Enquiry from: Melanie R

Start Date: Immediate

i have a decked back yard. some of it is rotting and needs replacing. do you offer decking refurbishment please? are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other what level of se...

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23 Aug

Garden | Decking

Torquay - TQ2

Enquiry from: Jeanette S

Start Date: Immediate

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

Garden | Decking

Torquay - TQ2

Enquiry from: Jeanette S

Start Date: Immediate

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

Garden | Decking

Paignton - TQ3

Enquiry from: Claire G

Start Date: Immediate

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

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03 Mar

Garden | Decking

Exeter - EX2

Enquiry from: Lindie D

Start Date: Immediate

Customer is looking to have decking installed in their garden. Confirmed by SMS @ 10.35

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11 Jan

Garden | Decking

Exeter - EX4

Enquiry from: Hunt H

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: Need my decking cleaned and maybe other jobs

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07 Oct

Garden | Decking

Exeter - EX1

Enquiry from: Joanne B

Start Date: Less than one month

Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Other Other Forms: 92 Agreed to recieve quotes for selected products: Yes Please call to appoint

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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.
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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