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Wooden Decking in East Midlands

Wooden decking is an increasingly prevalent choice for creating outdoor seating areas in gardens. Because of the natural beauty of wood, they can be very elegant areas that can be used year round by installing outside heating and light. Wooden decking is generally installed in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a smooth transition between inside and outside spaces. Wooden decking can come in virtually any size or shape to complement any area. Curved designs or large areas linked by pathways can create a stunning effect. Wooden decking is relatively simple 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 crucial however to make sure that your wooden decking is structurally sound and able to take the load of any furniture or plants that you would like to use on the decking. There is a collection of varieties of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Generally decking is made of hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability requirements. As hardwood decking will require maintenance, which generally requires yearly cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods have become more popular for use in wooden decking because they are more robust and require far less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in East Midlands

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 East Midlands, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Wooden decking installation cost in East Midlands 2025

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

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East Midlands

One of England's 9 zones, the East Midlands is rated eighth in terms of population size with 4.5 million people. The region still holds a sizable land area, and features Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Rutland, Northamptonshire and Lincolnshire. The East Midlands possess a population density of 310 individuals for each square kilometre, with its largest settlements being Nottingham, Leicester, Derby and Chesterfield. If you're serious about household improvements for your home within the East Midlands, use vetted and reputable trade experts to ensure the very best price and a fantastic finish.

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JR Johnstone Roofing & Building

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26th May 2021
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10 Jun

Garden | Decking

Bakewell - DE45

Enquiry from: Philip C

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Replacement of an existing, worn-out decking area, approx 6mx3m. Would like a quote for wood or composite.

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21 May

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Ware - SG12

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replace and uplift existing wooden decking - 18ft x 13ft quotation estimate please are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what level of service do you require: supply...

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16 May

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Corby - NN18

Enquiry from: Enid C

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The decking near the back door is going down when you walk on it,there should be slabs below it? Why and what could be done

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01 May

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Nottingham - NG13

Enquiry from: Tony F

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decking to be replaced with composite decking. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck

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29 Apr

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Letchworth Garden City - SG6

Enquiry from: Eve J

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old rotting decking ripped, new decking installed, (thinking composite decking could be more affordable for me) asap please. ( best reply by email as working a lot and can't comm by phone) looking for...

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21 Apr

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Glossop - SK13

Enquiry from: Richard P

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I would like to get a quote for the removal & disposal of existing wooden decking, and the supply & installation of new composite, or PVC. Decking. The area concerned *** wide (2.13mt) x 20ft long (6...

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14 Apr

Garden | Decking

Nottingham, Sutton-in-Ashfield - NG17

Enquiry from: Andrew S

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Removal of old slabs and fitting of wooden decking at bottom of garden. Approx area 30square metres.

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06 Apr

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Daventry - NN11

Enquiry from: Keith M

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To fit a decked area of roughly 7.2m x 6.5m with 2 steps using composite decking and all fittings supplied by myself, most of ground work will be done in advance. Please contact by email initially a...

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30 Mar

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Grantham - NG31

Enquiry from: Christopher C

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Replace original decking size 132inches x 124inches.

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23 May

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Nottingham - NG6

Enquiry from: Ro S

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customer in the nottingham area made an enquiry a couple of projects including wooden decking.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are you the ...

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20 Nov

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Spalding - PE11

Enquiry from: Natalie S

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please could i have a quote for non slip composite decking 9mx9m. 1. supply and delivery only 2. supply and fit many thanks natalie are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: de...

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26 Sep

Garden | Decking

Belper - DE56

Enquiry from: John S

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customer made an enquiry for wooden decking and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a carpenter.mr lives in the belper area and would like a call to discuss options.see below de...

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17 Sep

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Nottingham - NG14

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garden maintenance but not grass cutting are you the property owner: owner property type: detached do you have a: small garden garden type: back garden, front garden work required: hedges, tree work, ...

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21 Aug

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Buxton - SK17

Enquiry from: Lisa F

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customer made an online enquiry for wooden decking and confirmed on telephone, sms and email they would like a call with a carpenter to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote. a...

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15 Aug

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Nottingham - NG6

Enquiry from: Janet L

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Replace decking and also 2 fence panels.

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27 Jul

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Stamford - PE9

Enquiry from: Sheila K

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customer in stamford area has requested that we arrange quotes for their wooden decking project.they are considering various options and would like to discuss with a carpenter directly.please call to ...

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14 Jun

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Nottingham - NG8

Enquiry from: Dwaine K

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decking with handrails in my garden 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 appoint

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31 Mar

Garden | Decking

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: Ray D

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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

Enquiry from: Ray D

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our decking needs replacing 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 appoint

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25 Mar

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Daventry - NN11

Enquiry from: Jane B

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wooden balcony at rear is partly rotten. quote for repairs please? are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what level of service do you require: supply and deck pleas...

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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.
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 much is decking?
How much decking costs depends on the type of material you go for, how big you want your decking to be and where you live in the country. But typically, the cost of decking is between £1,200 - £1,800. The most popular material for decking is pre-treated softwood, which will set you back around £1,000 for 15m2. Hardwood is more expensive but is more durable, and will cost approximately £2,000 for the same amount. Homeowners are also beginning to choose composite decking, which is made from recycled plastic and wood fibres, and is low-maintenance and eco-friendly. This will cost around £1,600 for 15m2, while uPVC which is also a low-maintenance option costs around £600. People tend to choose composite over uPVC because it looks more like natural timber. If you’re a competent DIYer, you might want to have a go at laying decking yourself which will set you back around £1,000 for a standard softwood timber deck. We think it’s worth paying the extra £600 for a professional to lay your decking, since they will be able to do it much more quickly. If you do want to try it yourself, we recommend leaving at least a whole weekend open to do it, but it’s likely to take you longer. Factor in the possibility of having to take time off work to complete it and it might be more cost-effective to leave it to the pros.
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