Decking Installation
Get in touchNational Landscapes and Driveways provides professional decking installation for residential and commercial outdoor spaces. The company creates durable, attractive and functional decking areas that maximise garden usability and outdoor living, with being one of many locations served nationwide.
What Is Decking Installation?
Decking installation creates raised or ground-level outdoor platforms using timber or composite decking boards. National Landscapes and Driveways installs decking throughout to provide practical outdoor spaces for relaxing, entertaining and improving garden accessibility.
A professionally installed deck offers long-lasting performance when supported by a properly constructed subframe and suitable drainage.
What Types of Decking Installation Are Available?
Decking installation is available in several styles and materials to suit different budgets, garden layouts and maintenance preferences. National Landscapes and Driveways recommends suitable options based on property requirements and intended use.
Timber Decking – Natural softwood or hardwood decking with a traditional appearance.
Composite Decking – Low-maintenance boards made from recycled wood fibres and polymers.
Raised Decking – Elevated platforms ideal for sloping gardens.
Ground-Level Decking – Simple decking installed close to ground level.
Multi-Level Decking – Tiered decking for larger or uneven outdoor spaces.
Decking with Balustrades – Additional safety and decorative features for raised installations.
When Is Decking Installation Needed?
Decking installation is commonly chosen to improve outdoor living space, replace ageing decking or transform unused garden areas. National Landscapes and Driveways completes installations across for a wide variety of landscaping projects.
Typical reasons include:
Creating outdoor seating areas.
Replacing damaged decking.
Improving sloping gardens.
Extending entertaining space.
Enhancing garden appearance.
Reducing lawn maintenance.
Increasing usable outdoor space.
How Does Decking Installation Work?
Decking installation follows a structured process that ensures long-term stability and durability. National Landscapes and Driveways completes every installation using suitable foundations and quality construction methods.
Carry out a site survey and measurements.
Design the decking layout.
Prepare the ground and foundations.
Construct the supporting subframe.
Install decking boards and edging.
Fit steps, balustrades or lighting where required.
Complete finishing checks and site clearance.
Most domestic decking projects are completed within 2–5 days, depending on the size and complexity of the installation.
Who Needs Decking Installation?
Decking installation is suitable for homeowners and businesses looking to improve outdoor functionality and appearance. National Landscapes and Driveways installs decking throughout for a wide range of clients.
Typical customers include:
Homeowners
Landlords
Holiday accommodation providers
Restaurants and cafés
Schools
Care homes
Property developers
Commercial premises
How Much Does Decking Installation Cost?
Decking installation typically costs between £120 and £250 per square metre, depending on the decking material, design and site conditions. National Landscapes and Driveways provides tailored quotations for every project.
Typical guide prices include:
Softwood decking: £120–£170 per m²
Hardwood decking: £180–£250 per m²
Composite decking: £170–£260 per m²
Decking steps and balustrades: priced according to specification.
Project costs are influenced by:
Decking material
Overall size
Raised or ground-level construction
Ground preparation
Access to the site
Additional features such as lighting or handrails
What Are the Benefits of Decking Installation?
Decking installation creates versatile outdoor spaces while improving the overall appearance of gardens and landscaped areas. National Landscapes and Driveways designs decking that is both practical and visually appealing.
Benefits include:
Increased outdoor living space
Attractive garden feature
Suitable for uneven ground
Improved property appearance
Low-maintenance composite options
Long service life
Flexible design choices
Adds usable entertainment space
What Regulations Apply to Decking Installation?
Decking installation may fall under planning regulations depending on the height, location and overall site coverage. Raised decking above approximately 300mm or installations affecting neighbouring properties may require further consideration.
Building Regulations may apply where decking includes structural elements such as elevated platforms, balustrades or staircases.
Decking Installation: Frequently Asked Questions
How much does decking installation cost?
Decking installation generally costs between £120 and £250 per square metre, depending on the material, layout, site preparation and additional features.
How long does decking installation take?
Most decking installations are completed within 2–5 days, although larger multi-level projects or installations with integrated features may take up to 1–2 weeks.
How long does decking last?
Timber decking typically lasts 15–25 years with regular maintenance, while quality composite decking can often provide 25–30 years of service depending on product specification.
Does decking require maintenance?
Timber decking benefits from cleaning every year and staining or oiling every 2–3 years. Composite decking generally requires only routine cleaning with water and mild detergent.
Is composite decking better than timber?
Composite decking offers lower maintenance and greater resistance to rot and fading, while timber decking provides a natural appearance and can usually be repaired or refinished more easily.
Get a Free Quote for Decking Installation
National Landscapes and Driveways provides professional decking installation across the UK, with being one of many areas served. Whether you need a simple garden deck or a bespoke multi-level outdoor living space, a tailored quotation can be prepared for your project.
Related Decking Installation Services
Garden decking is frequently incorporated into our garden design and build service, creating functional outdoor spaces for relaxing and entertaining.
Every decking project begins with professional groundworks and site preparation to provide a stable, long-lasting structure.
Many customers combine decking with patios and paving, allowing different outdoor zones to flow naturally throughout the garden.
Access between landscaped areas is improved with garden pathways and carefully constructed garden steps, particularly on sloping sites.
Popular finishing touches include artificial grass installation, natural turf and lawn installation, fencing installation and bespoke gates and railings.
Where gardens require structural support, we also construct retaining walls together with decorative garden brickwork.
Many homeowners improve the front of their property at the same time with resin bound driveways, block paving driveways, tarmac driveways, gravel driveways or permeable SuDS driveways.
Good drainage helps protect timber structures, so our drainage solutions can be incorporated into larger landscaping projects where required.
We also undertake commercial and public surfacing, including external leisure and hospitality areas.