Wooden Decking in Ferryside

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Wooden Decking in Ferryside

Wooden decking is an increasingly prevalent option for creating outdoor seating areas in gardens. Due to the natural beauty of wood, they can be very beautiful spaces that can be used year round by using additional heating and light. Wooden decking is typically 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 any size or shape to complement any area. Curved designs or large areas connected by pathways can create an attractive effect. Wooden decking is relatively easy to install and causes minimal disruption, especially when compared to alternatives like patio or paving. It could even be installed over the top of an existing patio. It is vital however to be certain 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 choice of types of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Normally decking is made of hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability specifications. As hardwood decking will need maintenance, which commonly will involve yearly cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods are becoming popular for use in wooden decking as they are stronger and require significantly less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Ferryside

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

Average price per Wooden decking job in 2026

Avg. price low	Avg. price low £1,125
Avg. price	Avg. price £1,500
Avg. price high	Avg. price high £1,725

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Prices based on actual Wooden decking costs for Ferryside, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Wooden decking installation cost in Ferryside 2026

	Labour cost	£1,050
	Material cost	£375
	Waste removal	£75

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Ferryside

Ferryside is a town in the neighborhood of St Ishmael, Carmarthenshire, Wales. It is 8.5 miles (13.7 km) south of Carmarthen near the mouth of the River Tywi. Initially a ferry crossing, then becoming an angling village, it has actually established as a holiday and retirement location. The town has its own lifeboat terminal and was the very first village in the UK to switch from analogue to electronic tv. Stemming as a landing-place on the ferryboat path to Llansteffan (the ferryboat was made use of by Giraldus Cambrensis in 1188), Ferryside created as an angling village. In 1844 the population of the parish was 895. Much of the town established after 1852, when it came to be linked to Carmarthen as well as Swansea by Isambard Kingdom Brunel's South Wales Railway.

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11 Feb

Garden | Decking

Ferryside - SA17

Enquiry from: Chris A

Start Date: Immediate

remove existing decking and handrail and replace all. dispose of removed decking are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply...

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31 Mar

Garden | Decking

Ferryside - SA17

Enquiry from: Graham M

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large decking area which is approx 20 years old needs replacing. we are looking for help with the design and installation. large area very approx 150 sq metres. are you the property owner: owner of th...

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23 Feb

Garden | Decking

Ferryside - SA17

Enquiry from: Alison O

Start Date: Less than one month

Decking needed for small back garden Homeowner Supplied and fitted Please contact to appoint

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29 Sep

Garden | Decking

Carmarthen - SA32

Enquiry from: Hazel M

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composit balcony renew deckin on balcony

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07 Sep

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Carmarthen - SA32

Enquiry from: Hazel M

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balcony boards are popin up

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09 Jul

Garden | Decking

Ammanford - SA18

Enquiry from: Robert C

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replace wooden decking 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 please call to appoint

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08 Oct

Garden | Decking

Llanelli - SA15

Enquiry from: Heidi J

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i need an insurance quote to fit decking, railinge and steps outside my my back garden. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what level of service do you require: s...

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01 Oct

Garden | Decking

Llanelli - SA15

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14 Sep

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Llanelli - SA15

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28 Jun

Garden | Decking

Swansea - SA4

Enquiry from: Mandy W

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*homeowner garden decking supplied and fitted please call to appoint

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16 May

Garden | Decking

Carmarthen - SA33

Enquiry from: Christopher B

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removal of timber boards on balcony deck and stairs, replacement with composite boards, installation of under deck water collection. construction of second area of decking withsteps, next to hot tub. ...

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25 Apr

Garden | Decking

Swansea - SA4

Enquiry from: Chris T

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patio laid and composite decking in garden area 17ft x 18ft are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what level of service do you require: deck only please call to app...

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21 Apr

Garden | Decking

Swansea - SA4

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19 Apr

Garden | Decking

Burry Port - SA16

Enquiry from: Bruce P

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hi! we are in the processing of purchasing a property at 1 court farm rd, pembrey, burry port ***. we would like to have a window knocked through on one side of the front of the houseand have a deck/p...

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11 Jul

Garden | Decking

Carmarthen - SA31

Enquiry from: Gill S

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buying and constructing 6'x12' decking are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to appoint

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07 Jul

Garden | Decking

Llanelli - SA15

Enquiry from: Kathleen L

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mrs requested quotes for wooden decking from a landscaper around llanelli. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information below...

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27 Jun

Garden | Decking

Carmarthen - SA31

Enquiry from: Claire D

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i want the back garden decked, it’s not a large area but it’s not level and it’s unusable at the moment. are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached what le...

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12 Jan

Garden | Decking

Llanelli - SA14

Enquiry from: Neil S

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decking fitted to cover back garden area Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached What level of service do you require: Supply and deck Please call to appoint

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27 Aug

Garden | Decking

Carmarthen - SA32

Enquiry from: Mark O

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400 square feet of decking boards required Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached What level of service do you require: Supply only Time scale: Immediate

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07 Nov

Garden | Decking

Burry Port - SA16

Enquiry from: Adrian H

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we are looking for a decked area to place a garden workshop on. the area will be 21ft x 11 ft and will need to be levelled as the ground is on a slope. It will need to be substantial enough to hold...

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You might think that building decking on a slope is a no-go, but it’s actually a great way to help you make use of your garden when the ground is sloping. It will provide you with a level surface that you can BBQ on as well as dine alfresco without finding that your meal is rolling down the table. But how do you build decking on a slope? Our guide in the FAQ above, ‘How to build a raised deck’, is the perfect solution – but we’ll break it down here if you just want to get an idea of what’s involved. Dig out the area If you’re laying on soil or turf, you’ll need to dig it out. Dig down and remove all the turf from the area and ensure that there are no weeds or stones in the area you’re going to build your decking on. Since you’re building on a slope, it will be hard to get it level, but dig out to a depth of 50mm and lay weed-control fabric with gravel over the top. Add posts and set with concrete Make holes for posts and add them in, ensuring they’re longer than you need. Make sure they’re level, then fill the holes with a concrete mix to set them in place. Build the outer frame Make sure you always work at the top of the slope when you’re building your decking, and measure where the highest point of the decking will be. Secure the 4 sides of the outer frame and factor in a 2mm fall for every metre of decking so rainwater can run off. Add joists Secure joists along your frame at 400mm intervals. If you get to the last joist and there will be more than a 400mm gap left at the end, add in an extra one for support. Lay your deck boards Screw your deck boards to the joists, ensuring that the deck boards are running in the opposite direction to the joists. For timber boards, you need to make sure you leave an expansion gap of 5-8mm. These steps should give you an idea of whether you want to have a go at building decking on a slope, or whether you want to leave it to the pros.

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.

Usually, slipperiness is caused by algae or dirt on top of the deck or terrace. A full cleaning treatment should restore the natural grip of the wood or stone. If slipperiness is a persistent problem, consider installing grip mats in high traffic areas of the deck.

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.

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