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Wooden Decking in Somerset

Wooden decking is an increasingly popular option for providing outdoor seating areas in gardens. Because of the natural beauty of wood, they can be very elegant spaces which you can use year round with the help of external heating and light. Wooden decking is typically fitted in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a seamless transition between interior and exterior spaces. Wooden decking is available in any size or shape to complement any area. Curved designs or large areas joined by pathways can create an attractive effect. Wooden decking is relatively quick to install and causes little disruption, especially in comparison to other possibilities like patio or paving. It could even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is critical however to make sure that your wooden decking is structurally sound and capable of taking the load of any furniture or plants that you would like to use on the decking. There is a collection of species of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Typically decking is constructed from hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability requirements. As hardwood decking will require maintenance, which commonly includes annual cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods have become popular for use in wooden decking because they are more robust and require much less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Somerset

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 Somerset, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Wooden decking installation cost in Somerset 2025

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

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Somerset

The county of Somerset can be found in south west Great Britain, nearby counties like Devon, Dorset and Wiltshire, with a population of 910,000. This positions in at 22 in Britain and with a considerable land area the density is just 560/square mile. The county provides two cities, Bath and Wells, plus the critical county town of Taunton, Weston-Super-Mare and Yeovil. For all home improvements it's essential to get a vetted and respectable professional. Compare and contrast quotations from firms in Somerset to find the right price for your home improvement.

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23rd June 2017
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01 Aug

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Taunton - TA2

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decking outside, over a stream, constructed 15 years ago, done extremely well, but today, with the help of the family, some of it showing rot. we have bought some new decking boards to replace some o...

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Highbridge - TA9

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02 May

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Ilminster - TA19

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patio extended, fake grass installed and possibly decking are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: detached roughly the size of your garden: unsure garden type: back garden ...

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06 Feb

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Taunton - TA2

Enquiry from: Philip P

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replace existing decking, which has rotted in places. 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 app...

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16 Sep

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Highbridge - TA9

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morning, i hope you can help us. we have had composit decking fitted to a very poor standard by a bristol firm. they have refused to come and make good so we have been forced to involve solicitors. th...

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15 Jul

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Taunton - TA1

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need trim down and cutting grass front garden very small back garden medium size and all garden rubbish to be remove garden type: back garden, front garden work required: lawn/turfing, paving, decking...

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15 Jul

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Taunton - TA1

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04 Jul

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Bridgwater - TA6

Enquiry from: Mark S

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decking from new patio doors to back door then decking at a slightly lower level further out . deck to be in-between kitchen, back of house and next door house walls. about 6m × 3.5m are you the prop...

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29 Jun

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Yeovil - BA21

Enquiry from: Rachel L

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original deck boards pulled up as some rotten. new deck boards fitted in same place. possible extension depending on quote. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached w...

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29 Jun

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Yeovil - BA21

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16 Jun

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Bridgwater - TA5

Enquiry from: Ryan W

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hi, looking to get a quote for some decking in our garden. not sure how much we need in terms of m2/sqft but happy to have someone come round for a quote. it needs to be able to support a full hot tu...

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05 Jun

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Yeovil - BA21

Enquiry from: Andrew G

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replace decking, possible replacement of some frame work. also possible concrete slab to put shed on. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of serv...

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18 Apr

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Yeovil - BA21

Enquiry from: Corinne L

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decking of area 12ft by 14.5ft 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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02 Apr

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Yeovil - BA22

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16 Mar

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Taunton - TA2

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we would like some decking and a canopy fitted in our primnary school ( west monkton primary school ). could you please come over and quote for us please? cheers marc are you the property owner: owner...

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05 Mar

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Bridgwater - TA5

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19 Jan

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Langport - TA10

Enquiry from: Victoria D

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along garage wall about 12 foot coming out 10 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 appoin...

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23 Oct

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Burnham-on-Sea - TA8

Enquiry from: Carol W

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13 Mar

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Yeovil - BA20

Enquiry from: Rex W

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Property type: Detached, Work description: Add decking to the back of the house 530mm off ground level, to be used by a Wheelchair

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16 May

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Wellington - TA21

Enquiry from: Marilyn N

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Renew decking outside the back door size approx. 9ft x 10ft Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace What level of service do you require: Supply and deck Time scale: 1...

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FAQs

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.

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 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.
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