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Wooden Decking in South West

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 fashionable spaces which can be used year round by using outside 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 inside and outside spaces. Wooden decking is available in virtually any size or shape to complement any area. Curved designs or large areas connected by pathways can produce an impressive effect. Wooden decking is fairly quick to install and causes minimal disruption, especially when compared to other possibilities like patio or paving. It could even be installed over the top of an existing patio. It is necessary however to be sure 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 collection of species of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Generally decking is constructed from hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability requirements. As hardwood decking will require maintenance, which commonly includes yearly cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods are becoming more popular for use in wooden decking as they are more robust and require far less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in South West

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 South West, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Wooden decking installation cost in South West 2024

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

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South West

The South West of England is the largest of the nine areas in the country for land area and it has a population of 5.2 million. These put together provide the region a population density of 220 individuals per square kilometre. The South West accounts for several counties which includes Devon, Cornwall, Wiltshire, Somerset and Gloucestershire. The Isles of Scilly are additionally within the region. The South West's largest city by populace is Bristol, with Plymouth, Swindon and Gloucester the other major urbanised areas. For your property developments in the South West, make sure you use vetted and reputable businesses to get the best value for money.

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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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25 Jan

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Tiverton - EX16

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20 Jan

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Teignmouth - TQ14

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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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09 Jan

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Tiverton - EX16

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small tree removed from front garden, hedge trimmed, patio jet washed and general clear up of back garden are you the property owner: owner property type: semi detached do you have a: extra large gard...

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03 Oct

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Bath - BA2

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i have 2 levels of deck that need work. can they be repaired? do they need replacing? how much will it cost? help are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached wh...

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20 Sep

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Bath - BA1

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hi, we have a small patch of knotweed that we'd like removed. i have a recent treatment report that shows the area. we are looking to build a car park space so do not need the area backfilled. looking...

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21 Jun

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Truro - TR1

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Hi there, smallish garden but it needs levelling, resurfacing & we have some rotten decking which needs replacing. Thanks for your time.

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21 Jun

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Pewsey - SN9

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10 x 10 decking rough price needed?

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19 Jun

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Devizes - SN10

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Hi Tim. Got your details fro George. We are after a decking area 6m x 3m with gazebo over, hand rail all round and steps up. If possible canvas sides Steve

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08 Jun

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Tiverton - EX16

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hi please can we have the grass cut, the fence potentially repainted and cleaned, weeds pulled up and controlled and the drive and outside of the house cleared and decking cleared. please could we arr...

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31 May

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Chippenham - SN15

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homeowner garden decking supplied and fitted please call to appoint

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18 May

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Chippenham - SN15

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14 May

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Chippenham - SN15

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29 Apr

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Saltash - PL12

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i’m enquiring for my daughter they need advice and help regarding their garden, thank you are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: terrace do you have a: medium size garden garde...

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27 Apr

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Bodmin - PL30

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18 Apr

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Gloucester - GL4

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the lawn cutting in the back garden. are you the property owner: owner property type: other do you have a: medium size garden garden type: back garden work required: decking, path, lighting

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02 Apr

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Plymouth - PL7

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04 Mar

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Braunton - EX33

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22 Feb

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Marlborough - SN8

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29 Jan

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Cirencester, Fairford, Lechlade - GL7

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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.
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 much maintenance will a wooden deck need?

Properly installed wooden decking will not need a lot of maintenance. Most manufacturers recommend regularly brushing leaves and dirt off the deck, and a yearly cleaning and staining procedure. This will keep the wood in the best condition. Fluids and treatments are readily available from all DIY shops and stores.

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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