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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Polite construction
Rating: 3 out of 5
Carpenter with over 10 years experience. I have been building loft conversions for over 6 years and that is really what I am looking for. Yet I want to say i am confident in most construction jobs. No job is to small for me to consider, please don't hesitate to contact me with any type of construction work. Carpentry is my main line of work , i have a good knowledge of all building work and I also have a good team for other aspects of work such as plastering, plumbing etc,all with certification
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Carpentry- 1 Jul 2019
Giles is a very capable carpenter/builder and in the end I was overall ok with the work done. However, his behaviour and care of property left a lot to be desired. He has no customer service skills and the loudness and nature of conversations were not appropriate in a small cul de sac. Despite being asked many times by myself and even his fellow workman he continued to shout and use inappropriate language. The thing that upset me the most was just the lack of professionalism and respect for property. The work required lots of sawing and cutting of tiles. This was done all over my garden lawn and has virtually ruined it, no work sheets under the work table to stop stuff going over lawn. Paint over floor and grass, cig buts everywhere, dried cement left all over road. To be fair Giles did offer to come back and sort stuff out after I had pointed stuff out to him but to be honest I don’t want him back here. He could not sort lawn anyway and I am having to get gardener to sort. He has left bags of sand at front of property which he promised to collect - they have been here for days now. There are other issues which I will speak to My builder directly about. It’s a shame actually because I can see that Giles is actually a pretty amazing carpenter and builder. If he can sort out the other issues I reckon that he will become a top rated.
SJl Paving and Landscapes
Rating: 3 out of 5
I have worked for myself for the last 4 years doing mostly driveways and general landscapeing. Prior to this I worked for a building company doing groundworks and roofing.
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Roofing (Pitched)- 7 Jul 2019
Sam is very rude, unprofessional and I wasted £300 for pigeon proofing which just survived one week. I called him to fix the issue and he said "I will come when I can" . Such an unprofessional attitude. It is now 4 weeks and he has never turned up. I made a mistake hiring him. There are so many honest tradesman on mybuilder and this guy should never be allowed on this site. I have dealt with so many good tradesman but I have never seen such a rude and hot headed guy who does not even know know to speak to the customers. Please please avoid this guy even he is 200% cheap!!
Morgan Home Maintenance
Rating: 3 out of 5
I am a handyman working in and around the Plymouth area. I offer a professional service covering everything from odd jobs, repairs & general maintenance up to large refurbishment projects. All works are priced, planned and completed inline with agreed budgets and timescales. All work is finished to a very high standard.
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Tiling- 10 Jun 2019
Did an excellent job, despite our "nightmare" of a kitchen. Very pleasant and professional. Left the place immaculate every evening. Would definitely employ Gavin again.
Bazs garden and fencing services ltd
Rating: 3 out of 5
Landscaping business in Norwich. Years of experience with a great team working for me. Artificial grass Fencing Decking Driveways Paving and patios
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Landscaping- 23 Apr 2019
I DO NOT recommend this trader. The job was very rushed- it felt like on a conveyor belt, quickly to get over with, before moving on to the next customer the following week. Poor communication with the client prior to the start of the job. The deposit requested was way above half of the quoted cost of the job - around 67%-which is too much and hence left the trader less motivated to do the job properly. He left part of the job unfinished and did not come to complete it when requested. He left cement chunks visible and did not make a step down towards my shed and now we have to "jump down" an uncomfortable drop. The slabs he put were not as seen in his catalogue: half of the rows on my patio look brown and half are yellow. When I mentioned this he said that they are from the same batch. However, he could have returned them to the store as they clearly look bad quality. I have visual evidence to demonstrate the bad quality job done by this trader and am now looking for legal advice on logging a complaint or to solicitor a refund.
Roberto
Rating: 3 out of 5
Hi, my name is Roberto I have been in the building trade for over 15 years we supply and fit kitchens and bathrooms and home improvement work.
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Kitchen Fitting- 13 Sep 2017
Very nice people, patient and professional! And they came to my place to check the job before they gave me any quote, which is very much appreciated. Did a great job!
Marti's Property Services
Rating: 3 out of 5
Hi there my name's marti a local family man, I have been working for a local builder for the past 4 years, taking on small works and even building new properties from ground up. I am a general builder that can do anything from fencing and landscaping to kitchens and bathrooms, I have been working alongside a which trusted trader for the past 4 years and standard of work is high
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Carpentry- 27 Apr 2019
Unfortunately, cant give feedback on Marti, planned the job some time ago and Marti was very responsive. Checked in with Marti 2 days before the job to see if he's still good for it, didn't hear so chased the following day, said he was good to go and apologied for late reply. Morning of job, 10 mins after agreed start time received a message that his car was broken down on the A12, asked a couple hours later progress and Marti asked to reschedule for the following weekend, so credit to him. Just disappointed that we had this scheduled for a long time, reliability is important to me and sadly Marti was let down by his car which isn't ideal for all of us here.
JMH Porcelain / GroundCare
Rating: 2.4 out of 5
Install & repair Porcelain paving & patios , General landscaping , fencing , blockwork , drainage and maintenance service , timber builds ( pergola , gazebo & sheds ) ground levels , ponds & animal habitat and more . Everything garden based .
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Landscaping- 11 Aug 2024
Jamie was really hardworking, punctual and communicative. We’re very happy with our patio and would recommend him to everyone. Our daughter is buying a house and we’re hoping he’ll available to lays hers Thanks Jamie
Cottam Joinery
Rating: 3 out of 5
Hi, I'm Andy of Cottam Joinery. I am a practical, creative and hardworking Carpenter & Joiner with over 10 years of experience. I really enjoy fitting and installing beautiful kitchens. I deliver very high standards, everything has to be completed to the highest standard possible in order to provide the best customer service that the customers expect and deserve. You can feel reassured that your project is in safe hands.
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Kitchen Fitting- 28 Feb 2019
Let me down last minute!
Ieuan Evans
Rating: 2.4 out of 5
I am a enthusiastic fully qualified carpenter with roughly 7 years experience. I have a genuine passion for construction and enjoy making peoples visions come to life. I am trained in both first and second fix, ranging from stud outs, to complete kitchens and bathrooms.
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Carpentry- 20 Mar 2024
INITIAL REVIEW: Ieuan is really polite, informative, flexible and he did a great job on the doors etc! It’s been great working with him and I have hired him for another job and will definitely do again in the future. UPDATE: I re-engaged Ieuan after the positive first experience but sadly the second experience has not been so great. He made a mistake on the second job which we only realised after I had paid for the job and he left. The lock he installed is only locking from inside but not from outside. I have been asking him for more than a month to come back and correct it but he has not. He has been difficult to reach and has promised to come a few times but not showed up. I now have to engage someone else to fix it.
Runfold Roofing and Property Maintenance
Rating: 3 out of 5
My name is Mark I hold 15 years experience in the building industry since leaving school I was an apprentice painter for six years, then soon after grew to specialise in all exterior paint work and texture coatings, are company can pretty much cover any aspects of property maintenance from roof to patio!
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Quick to visit and quick to provide a quote. Appeared very flexible and accommodating as had to move start date... however didn’t then turn up on agreed date and didn’t even contact us to let know! We thought he was starting on the next work day but again didn’t turn up and not only cut our calls off, ignored them too.
GB Property Maintenance
Rating: 2 out of 5
Hi my names Grant ,I am a carpenter with good set of knowledge and skills,I do alot of property maintenance aswell 😊
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Carpentry- 25 Jun 2023
The gate is fitted and is in working order.
Chestnut Maintenance
Rating: 2 out of 5
We are a well established business with over 10 years experience. We are a team of two who have the knowledge and abilities to transform your outdoor spaces with 100% confidence. Our goal is to build good relationships with our clients to ensure they get exactly what they require and nothing less. We deliver a wide set of skills that we have developed throughout the years while transforming outdoor spaces.
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Four Seasons Building and Landscaping
Rating: 2.4 out of 5
We are a well established, trustworthy, reliable and professional business with over 18 years experience in the trade. Based in bromley covering all surrounding areas. Our service is professional, caring, and high quality. Our customers rate us highly on our ability to stick to deadlines and for the quality of our workmanship. We provide a professional service from the initial free quotation to the end professional finish. All tradesmen used are qualified & experienced at their trade.
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Repointing- 3 Oct 2019
James and Jery arrived on time and set to work without a fuss and without making a mess. A problem did emerge with a gutter that they were fixing as part of the work but they solved this, again without a fuss, and all the work was completed to a good standard much quicker than originally expected. I would definitely contact them again if other work needs doing.
B D Hughes Multi-trade Contractor
Rating: 2 out of 5
We deliver our customers a quality service every time. Working on both residential and commercial projects, conversions, extensions, restorations/refurbishments, shop fits & general maintenance contracts. We're proud to serve our local community and customer service is top priority for us, so you can rest assured we can always offer professional and friendly advice. We are new too 'my builder' so please bear with us while we build our feedback!
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Repointing- 6 Jul 2025
He said he would do job then he disappeared not answering his phone
JJK Painting and Decorating
Rating: 3 out of 5
I am an experienced painter and decorator. I have over twenty years experience in this trade. I am a clean and very tidy worker and i make certain that all furnishings are covered and protected. I am experienced in all forms of painting work and can provide references from previous customers.
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Latest review:
Nice bloke but as for work just going say , No comment .
DP Plumbing & Gardening
Rating: 2.4 out of 5
Hey my name is Daniel I run a reliable company which has 5 years experience in gardening and plumbing we focus on giving customers great service and do the job to the highest standard for a good competitive price
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Driveways (Paved & Loose)- 28 Jul 2018
Daniel was hired to redo my front pathway along with edging the lawn. He promised to arrive on a Tuesday and I therefore ordered the skip, cement, sand and paving as recommended by him, all ready for him to start work Tuesday morning. However the day he was meant to start the job he didn't turn up and switched off his phone! I was left out of pocket and would not recommend him as i find this unprofessional.