How long does decking installation take?

The time needed depends on the size and complexity of the project, as well as the materials used. A small or standard garden deck can usually be installed in two to four days, while larger or custom designs may take a week or more. Ask your decking installer to give an estimate of the time it will take to complete the job.

What materials can I choose for my decking?

Decking can be made from a variety of materials, including timber, composite, and PVC. Timber offers a natural look, while composite and PVC options provide increased durability and low maintenance.

Do I need planning permission for decking?

In most cases, decking projects do not require planning permission. However, permission may be needed if your deck is raised over 30 cm, covers more than half your garden, or is part of a listed property. Always check local planning guidelines before starting work.

How should I maintain my decking?

To keep your decking in top condition, clean it regularly to remove dirt and debris, and check for signs of rot or loose boards. Timber decking may need staining or treatment once a year, while composite and PVC decks require only occasional washing.

Can decking installers near me remove old decking or patios?

Yes, most decking installers can remove existing decking or patio structures before fitting a new one. This is typically included in the quote, but it’s best to confirm during your initial discussion.

What factors influence the cost of decking installation?

Costs depend on the type of materials, size of the deck, access to your outdoor space, and any custom features such as railings, steps, or seating areas. Providing detailed project information will help installers give accurate quotes.

Do decking installers handle lighting or electrical work?

Some decking professionals can install basic outdoor lighting as part of the build, but for complex electrical work, they may partner with a certified electrician near you to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

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Greg Mcarthur
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I’m a hard working joiner with 4 years tradesman experience and 4 years apprenticeship behind me, happy do door, partitions, flooring and sheeting any sort of joinery required really, I work with a good friend that is also a joiner in my company to allow me to take on bigger jobs, also have a joinery page gm_joinery_ if you’d like to have a look at my previous jobs
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Hard Flooring- 9 Sep 2022
Made a brilliant job of my hall floor, it looks amazing. Greg also gave me a fast response and had the job done in 2 days after my quote. He is professional, tidy and cleaned up after it was finished. I highly recommend hiring!
D &P Property Improvements
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D&P Property Improvements are new to My Builder but not to the trade between us we have 30 years experience. We cover all aspects of property renovation including bathrooms, kitchens, landscaping, painting and decorating, garage conversions and structural work to name a few. We pride ourselves on attention to detail and the finish of our work. Please look through our portfolio of work already completed.
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Bathroom Fitting- 30 Nov 2022
Very impressed so far, at the begining they responded promtly , the job is nearly completed, they are very knowlegeable and experienced which is helpful in overcoming problems, they are hardworking and nothing is too much trouble I would definitely recommend them to anyone.
S & L ALM carpentry and building contractors
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hello I undertake works including, extension, refurbishment, bathroom installation, kitchen installation, renovation works, groundwork’s, carpentry, roofing, tiling floors and walls , patios, fencing, loft conversion l, plastering, decking. Bar works etc I cover all types of buildings works, I have worked within the industry for over 25 years, I am a qualified carpenter and joiner, I work on new builds for over 10 years and o decided to go on my own
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Carpentry- 11 Apr 2024
Darren was excellent from start to finish. Did a great job and was really good to have around. Friendly and trustworthy. Since then I've had Darren back for 2 more jobs as he's so good.
Alex Carpentry
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am firstly very trusworthy I have 6 years experince în all aspects of wood working and excell în producing meticulos work at all times on large and small projects.
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Kitchen Fitting- 14 Dec 2022
Great job! Everything looks just perfect, very pleased with the outcome. Top tradesman. Thanks Alex!
DPL Outdoor Cleaning Services & Property Maintenance
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At DPL Property Maintenance, your satisfaction is our main priority. Since our business started, quality has been our focus. We aim to provide the highest standard of work and all work is guaranteed. Whether it be roof cleaning or a pagola erected you will receive the best at all times. But don't take our word for it, try it out for yourself and see where the standard should be.
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Fencing- 16 Mar 2022
Very professional friendly chap. Job well Done and at a good price. Appeared knowledgeable and very pleasant.
Green and Tidy Landscaping Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
We have over 30 years building experience and have all professionally qualified and time served tradesmen to work on your requirements. We undertake all types of building work from groundwork’s and foundations, drainage, demolition, brickwork, plastering, fitting windows and doors, painting & decorating as well as both hard and soft landscaping, including, Gardening, hedge cutting, turfing, fencing, land drainage, planting, patios, decking, strimming and grass cutting & waste removal services.
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Garden Maintenance- 16 Jan 2023
The young man who did my job was excellent. Professional, tidy, polite and at a very, very reasonable rate.
SLG Garden Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
We provide a large range of landscaping services from brickwork, patios ,fencing ,decking( timber and composite ) , garden buildings, natural turf and artificial lawns
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Decking- 23 Sep 2022
Sam gave great advice on the different decking choices, the work was completed within a day to a very high standard. Would highly recommend.
Pave the way
Rating: 5 out of 5
All aspects of paving and fencing undertaken
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Fencing- 10 May 2021
Excellent job done replacing our Fence. Bill was extremely polite and very hard working despite the heavy rain he continued to get the job completed within his quoted lead time. Would highly recommend him.
David kerr
Rating: 5 out of 5
I have covered all aspects of joinery with over 17 years experience I always carry out jobs to the highest standard and give the best advice i can
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Handyman- 20 Jun 2023
Fantastic service and result from David. Will use again.
William Rimmer
Rating: 5 out of 5
Fully qualified carpenter, happy to assist with All carpentry work, doors, skirting, architraves, flooring, framing, decking, kitchens, wardrobes, just give me a call for a chat to organise a quote.
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Carpentry- 25 Jun 2023
We hired Billy to build our log cabin recently and can whole-heartedly recommend him. Firstly he laid the pro-base which we’d already purchased and did a superb job and then came back as promised to build the cabin when it was delivered a little while later. We found him very easy to deal with, honest and totally reliable. Always there when he said he was going to be, very organised and a clean and tidy worker. He is incredibly hard-working and his standard of work is excellent. He is careful and precise about his work and highly professional, offering tips and good advice along the way. We could not have asked for more. We absolutely love our log cabin and are so glad we chose Billy to build it. Goes without saying we won’t hesitate to have him back next time we need carpentry work doing. Thanks again Billy!
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Here at C&P Construction we thrive on customer satisfaction, with combined decades of experience and knowledge then you know your in good hands. From start to finish we guide and inform each step with no hidden nasties. We cover all aspects of construction and we are fully insured. We can also provide references upon request
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Steve was amazing. A real professional with fantastic skills, particularly with wood. He talked me through any issues with the complex jobs he was engaged for, which allowed me to make informed decisions. I felt very comfortable with him in my home and he was respectful of myself and my property. I highly recommend Steve.
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Atholl Building Services serves as an all-trades contractor in Fife and the surrounding areas. We are a locally based team of professionals who tackle everything from complex large projects to smaller scale jobs. Fuelled by our commitment to excellence, we go the extra mile to make sure clients are completely satisfied with our work. Call us today to schedule a free site visit to discuss your next project.
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Landscaping- 6 Sep 2020
Path widening at the side of the house. Ross and team came and gave a very reasonable quote for the job, then worked hard to fit our job into their work schedule. On the job the team were hard working and got the job done quickly to an excellent quality. Very pleasurable experience working with the team and the results far outweigh the costs. Thank you.
Ropes Tree Surgery & Landscaping
Rating: 5 out of 5
A reliable and friendly family run Tree Surgery & Landscaping business in the South Wales area. Garden Landscaping services include Patio’s, Fencing, Composite Decking, Glass Balustrade Systems and turfing and astro-turfing. Tree Services include dismantling, lopping, pruning and reduction, stump grinding and wood-chipping. NPTC qualified.
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Garden Maintenance- 15 Jun 2020
Absolutely fantastic from start to finish. From the first phonecall and messaging in between until the arranged day of work. He arrived on time and got straight to work and worked really hard to get my garden which had turned into a messy, overgrown jungle into a cleared out, usable garden. I was so impressed with his work rate. Will definitely use him again if I decide to do more work on my garden. Very highly recommended.
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High quality of offered services, flexible and reliable builders just for you. We always meet the deadlines and make sure you are proud of work we've done.
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Bathroom Fitting- 15 Jun 2025
My bathroom was recently renovated by Bartosz and Marek. The work was high quality and I also added in extra bits here and there and they were happy to accommodate my requests. I look forward to them completing my kitchen next!
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Garden Maintenance- 13 Apr 2023
Very good work. Delivered exactly as we had wanted it. Didn’t need any supervision. Was quick in his work, cleaned up after himself and competitive pricing. Would highly recommend
A C Joinery
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Hi my name is Arran Carter im a self employed carpenter joiner with over 20 years experience I can also turn my hands to most things. I am time served in bench hand joinery doing a 3 year apprenticeship meny moons ago. I like to do a good job and to make customers happy in every thing I do in it being a small job or big I’m clean tidy and reliable and I also hover up my mess 😊👍
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Handyman- 26 Feb 2023
He was on time, nice and does his job well, I was happy chatting with him while he was doing his job, will call him next time and I highly recommend him