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Wooden Decking in Leicestershire

Wooden decking is an increasingly popular option for creating outdoor seating areas in gardens. Due to the natural beauty of wood, they can be very beautiful spaces that can be used year round by installing external heating and light. Wooden decking is typically installed in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a seamless transition between inside and outside spaces. Wooden decking can come in any size or shape to match any area. Curved designs or large areas linked by pathways can create an attractive effect. Wooden decking is reasonably simple to install and causes little disruption, particularly when compared to alternate options like patio or paving. It could even be installed over the top of an existing patio. It is important however to make sure 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 species 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 commonly requires yearly cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods have become more popular for use in wooden decking because they are stronger and require much less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Leicestershire

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 Leicestershire, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Wooden decking installation cost in Leicestershire 2024

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

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Leicestershire

The landlocked county inside the Midlands shares its title with the city of Leicester, bordering a number of other counties such as Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and Warwickshire. For a county, Leicestershire carries a reasonably small population of less than 1 million, making it the twenty-first most inhabited region in the United Kingdom and a density of 1,150 per square mile. Along with the city of Leicester, the county boasts the large towns of Loughborough, Melton Mowbray, Coalville and Lutterworth. Take advantage out of your home in Leicestershire by using vetted and trustworthy industry specialists in your regional area.

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31 Mar

Garden | Decking

Wigston - LE18

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repair decking structure and lsy new floor are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to appoint

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26 Mar

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Leicester - LE1

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27 Jan

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Market Harborough - LE16

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22 Nov

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Loughborough - LE12

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13 Nov

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Loughborough - LE12

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16 Aug

Garden | Decking

Leicester - LE2

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looking for a quote for composite decking aporox , 13ft x 10ft attached to rear of house,. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you ...

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15 Aug

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Market Harborough - LE16

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30 May

Garden | Decking

Leicester - LE8

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16 May

Garden | Decking

Loughborough - LE11

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i am looking for someone to lay some decking in the back garden approx 3m width and 6m length are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached what level of service do...

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10 May

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Market Harborough - LE16

Enquiry from: Mike S

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we want a full re work of our back garden - decked area and then paved areas. it’s quite a big area so would like split levels. break up of two sides by planters and edging with sleepers. happy to b...

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19 Apr

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Hinckley - LE10

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13 Apr

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Hinckley - LE10

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30 Mar

Garden | Decking

Melton Mowbray - LE13

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garden maintenance, fencing and decking. ideally a chat with the team to get their input on how to maximise the garden’s potential. are you the property owner: owner property type: semi detached do ...

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10 Mar

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Leicester - LE7

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decking to be installed on part of raised section of garden. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please cal...

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25 Feb

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Wigston - LE18

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21 Feb

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Wigston - LE18

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15 Feb

Garden | Decking

Leicester - LE7

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weish to replace our current wooden decking with eco deck composite decking at the back of our house. it's currently a slightly split level. the wooden base support for the old decking is in generally...

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31 Jan

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Wigston - LE18

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20 Sep

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Leicester - LE4

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FAQs

How to fit composite decking?
Fitting composite decking is similar to installing timber decking, but there are some small differences in terms of the gaps you need to leave between boards and the screws you use. We’ll go through a quick guide to show you the process involved in fitting composite decking so you can decide whether it’s something you want to do yourself. Prepare the area Prepare the area according to our instructions in the previous FAQs – or you can use an existing patio or concrete base if you have one. Measure and mark out the area using chalk (if using an existing base). Assemble the decking frame Build the outer frame as we show in our FAQs above; if the area you have planned is longer than your joists, you’ll need to join them together. When you’ve built the frame and it’s secure, ensure that it’s at the right level for water runoff and add risers, slabs or treated off-cuts of timber at 500mm intervals if you need to. Add joists The spacing of your joists will depend on the type of design you have chosen for your composite decking. If you’re laying arched boards horizontally, you’ll need to space the joists 300mm apart. Lay your composite decking boards
  1. If you’ve not got an overhang or it’s a fixed deck, fit starter clips along the outside edge of the frame and secure with screws provided with the composite decking. If you are working with an overhang, put the first board into position not exceeding 25mm. If you’re adding a fascia, put an off-cut of board under the overhang so you know it’ll be flush with the fascia.
  2. Pre-drill all fixing points, measuring in 30mm from the edge of the board. Secure the board to the joist below with composite decking screws.
  3. Slide a hidden fastener clip in so it sits within the groove of the deck board. It needs to be in the centre of the joist to keep the boards secure and ensure an expansion gap of 6mm. Tighten the clips until just tight, and repeat so there’s a clip at every joist.
  4. Add the next board, ensuring that the fastener clips sit within the groove – make sure you don’t force it. Repeat step 3.
  5. Continue steps 3 and 4 until you’re at the final board, which you should secure in the same way as you did the first.
Add a fascia board If you’re adding a fascia, measure in 40mm from each end and add two guide marks: one at 40mm from the top and the other at 40mm from the bottom. Connect the marks, then mark at 300mm intervals down the board. Drill pilot holes, then put the fascia board into position. You need to make sure that there’s a 40mm ventilation gap between the bottom of the fascia and the ground. Ask someone to hold the board level until you’ve finished securing it with composite decking screws; you can get colour-matched ones so they don’t look unsightly at the end of your decking. Not so sure you want to carry out such a big project yourself? Get quotes from decking pros who will be able to fit composite decking much more quickly and easily.
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 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.

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.

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