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Wooden Decking in York

Wooden decking is an increasingly common option for providing outdoor seating areas in gardens. Because of the natural beauty of wood, they can be very fashionable areas which can be used year round with the help of additional heating and light. Wooden decking is typically fitted in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a seamless 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 connected by pathways can create an attractive effect. Wooden decking is relatively quick to install and causes little disruption, especially when compared to alternatives like patio or paving. It can even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is essential however to be certain that your wooden decking is structurally sound and able to take the load of any furniture or plants that you want to use on the decking. There is a choice of varieties of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Usually decking is made of hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability specifications. As hardwood decking will need maintenance, which commonly involves annual cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods have become more popular for use in wooden decking as they are stronger and require significantly less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in York

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 York, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Wooden decking installation cost in York 2026

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

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York

The British city of York carries a populace of 200,000 and is in the county of North Yorkshire, towards the north of England. The city incorporates a rich history going back hundreds of years and because of this particular architectural history was voted as Europe's Tourism City of the Year in 2007. In addition to the medieval, Tudor and Stuart period homes there's also a range of modern day housing areas, creating a varied spread throughout the city as well as its surrounding suburbs.

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06 Jun

Garden | Decking

York - YO26

Enquiry from: Andrew M

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hi, we have a 2m2 back yard that used to have a pond. we are now looking to fully remove the pond ( it has already been partly removed) and create a small raised decking area in its place. we could se...

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25 Apr

Garden | Decking

York - YO61

Enquiry from: Louisa S

Start Date: Immediate

decking area also raised beds property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck are you the property owner: owner of the property please call to appoint

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08 Oct

Garden | Decking

York - YO19

Enquiry from: Les F

Start Date: Immediate

assistance with raised deck renovation- removing boards, checking,reinforcing, replacing joists,where necessary. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level o...

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30 Mar

Garden | Decking

York - YO30

Enquiry from: Dean H

Start Date: Immediate

i have composite decking and some of the boards have risen need repair work or replacement boards fitting are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of servi...

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25 Oct

Garden | Decking

York - YO26

Enquiry from: Jo F

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3mx3.6 m decking on a ground needed, currently just grass. panels min 12 cm wide. no extras, handrails ect i would be grateful for rough estimate. are you the property owner: owner of the property pr...

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03 Jun

Garden | Decking

York - YO30

Enquiry from: Deborah S

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: I want a base for a summer ho*** x 12ft

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14 Sep

Garden | Decking

York - YO24

Enquiry from: David F

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Artificial grass easy to maintain plus decking Are you the property owner:...

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05 Sep

Garden | Decking

York - YO24

Enquiry from: Tanya C

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Require decking L shape around extension 3.5 metres length 6.7 metres...

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21 Aug

Garden | Decking

York - YO30

Enquiry from: Carrie B

Start Date: Less than one month

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: Wondering how much it might cost to deal with some unruly ivy that I’ve allowe...

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08 Jun

Garden | Decking

York - YO26

Enquiry from: Monika G

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: Redesign of small back garden with works to include decking/patio, fencing, turf...

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16 Apr

Garden | Decking

York - YO32

Enquiry from: Richard M

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: Basic garden work from now through the summer on a routine basis - cut grass fr...

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05 Apr

Garden | Decking

York - YO30

Enquiry from: Chelsea P

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: Need the lawn turfing & the patio expanding. Maybe an area in the back behind t...

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24 Jan

Garden | Decking

York - YO19

Enquiry from: Mark R

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

HEDGE TO BE LOWERED AT FRONT OF HOUSE BY APPROX 600MM FULL LANDSCAPING OF REAR GARDEN TO INCLUDE PAVING AND ARTIFICIAL GRASS AND WATER FEATURE Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Prop...

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20 Dec

Garden | Decking

York - YO26

Enquiry from: Murat M

Start Date: Immediate

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Commercial Other Forms: 92 Agreed to recieve quotes for selected products: Yes Please call to appoint

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22 May

Garden | Decking

York - YO10

Enquiry from: Anthony H

Start Date: Less than one month

To maintain garden also to pave patio, also a decked area and maybe a gazebo Are you the property owner: Owner Property Type: Semi detached Garden Type: Back garden Do you have a: Medium size garden ...

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17 Apr

Garden | Decking

York - YO30

Enquiry from: Natalie C

Start Date: Immediate

Timber decking

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10 Oct

Garden | Decking

York - YO10

Enquiry from: Mick Q

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

I am pricing up a project to install 15no beach chalets/pods onto a new concrete parade on the rear of the beach and part of the scheme is to supply and install Accoya Decking (and 2 steps) with timbe...

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20 Aug

Garden | Decking

York - YO26

Enquiry from: Elaine C

Start Date: Immediate

New patio laid and extended. Old slabs taken up and kept to re-cycle.New driftwood decking used as substitute. Small area approx 8 mtrs

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09 Aug

Garden | Decking

York - YO43

Enquiry from: Lynda S

Start Date: Less than one month

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Other Forms: None

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10 Apr

Garden | Decking

York - YO30

Enquiry from: Neil H

Start Date: Immediate

I'm looking a area of 15ft bye 10ft decked with hand rails around it,I'd be greatful if I could get a quote for everything that will be needed to do the job and for doing the job,many thanks Are you t...

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FAQs

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.
How to build a deck frame?
Building a simple deck frame, or decking subframe, that you’re laying on level ground is easy if you take time to prepare and get all the things you need. We’ll go through the steps on how to build a deck frame here. Tools and equipment To get building your deck frame, you’ll need:
  • Decking joists
  • Coach screws
  • Coach bolts
  • Combi drill
  • Socket set
  • A saw suitable for your project and the thickness of the timber
  • Pencil
  • Decking preservative
  • Sandpaper or sander
Build your subframe
  1. Measure your deck frame and cut to size if necessary.
  2. Make 2 pencil marks on each end of the frame’s 2 outer joists to mark where the coach screws will go. They need to align with the centre of the adjoining outer joist. Then, use a flat wood drill bit to drill recesses into each mark. Make them the same depth of the screws that your using’s head and wide enough for a ratchet or socket to tighten them.
  3. Using a thinner drill bit, line up the outer joists and drill a pilot hole through the middle of the recess. These pilot holes act as a guide for the screws and stops them from splitting the wood.
  4. Fit the coach screws with either a drill driver or socket and ratchet.
  5. Repeat the process for the inner joists once you’ve assembled the outer frame.
IMPORTANT: While you’re building your deck frame and the decking itself, remember to cover all pilot holes and ends of timber in decking preservative to ensure that your decking remains structurally sound for as long as possible. Though relatively simple, building a deck frame and the decking will take some time. It would be much quicker and easier to get a professional in to do it, who could represent more value for money.
What should I do if my deck or terrace is slippery?

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.

How to build decking on a slope?
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.
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