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Very prompt and got things done without any fuss. Would recommend.

Carpenter/handyman needed to repair gate and deck

$300

Fast and professional.

Fix decking

$200

Cannot recommend George highly enough. George did a superb job on the decking around my pool. He was punctual and clearly communicated what was required to restore the deck. It came up like new and I couldn’t be happier. I honestly cannot recommend George highly enough.

Clean, sand and stain deck

$5

Michael built a deck in under a day. He was very professional, answered all of my questions and knew his stuff. Highly recommended. Thanks Michael!

Help building a small modular deck

$200

Leo was on time and did a great job.

Paint ceiling of deck

$5

Allan was amazing! He came on a Sunday to get the job done because the sun was shining and the result was awesome!

Sand & oil deck

$1,000

What's the average cost of a decking builder in Inner West Sydney

$150 - $749

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$150

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$460

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$749

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Recent Timber Decking reviews in Inner West Sydney

Great job, thanks.

Timber deck cleaned, stained 2 Coats

$400

Super service !! Fast and reliable

Closing off timber deck

$1,000

Very happy with the result. Highly recommend Phil’s services.

Sand and oil timber deck

$300

I am very impressed with John. He went out of his way to get my deck looking back to new. Calm and experienced nothing was a problem. Turned up when he said he would. Very reliable.

Timber deck sanded (in some parts) and oiled

$750

Oiled our 2 timber balconies. They came out looking fantastic and Chris was able to do in a day.

Timber decking

$300

Did the job as required

Sand hardwood timber deck

$150

What's the average cost of a timber decking contractor in Inner West Sydney

$475 - $775

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$475

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$650

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$775

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Average reviews for Timber Decking Services in Inner West Sydney

based on 7 reviews

4.86

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Booking a decking service through Airtasker means getting connected with contractors, builders, designers, or repair specialists who are ready to work according to your request. From purchasing required materials to making sure you’re satisfied with the final output, Taskers will take care of the intricate process—just clearly communicate with them on your needs.


Here’s an overview of the tasks you can expect when hiring a specialist:


Deck installation

Taskers proficient in the art of decking installation should boost the pleasant energy in your home. The first step is planning the layout by visualising the edges and midpoint of the deck, plus plotting the support posts. By laying weed control fabric and gravel or placing concrete slabs, they start covering the ground. The specialist will place a substructure made of steel, timber, or aluminium. Some installers may add extra moisture protection using materials like butyl tape.


Next come the support posts or caissons. The Tasker cuts the boards and lays them out. Installers usually utilise steel bracket ties for support and an electric planer to keep the boards flush. 


After finishing this main frame of the deck, the main boards and decking material are installed. The deck installation specialist maintains 1⁄4” gaps between the boards to allow the wood to expand and contract depending on the weather. Lastly, they bolt the wood planks to the support posts using the anchor brackets. They’ll nail down the perimeter, inspect the entire deck, then let you check. And just like that, your deck is ready for you to furnish, decorate, and enjoy.


Note: If you haven’t secured a permit for the deck construction, you can request your Tasker to do this for you.


Deck staining and sealing

Built a new deck but have yet to get it stained and sealed? Need to give your expansive deck its yearly application of deck sealer? Deck installers near you can do the job.


Specialists can prepare the surfaces, apply the stain, and offer tips on maintaining its condition. If it’s a sealing job, it will consist of cleaning, power-washing, and sanding, followed by one to two coats of sealant. 


Tip: If you want to have home repainting done while you’re at it, you can hire a house painter on Airtasker.


Deck repair

Spotted cracks, splinters, or a greyish hue on your deck? Your hired expert can address those concerns. They can also check for rotting wood, inspect the ledger (the part attached to your house), as well as the joists, beams, and railings, to make sure everything is in top condition.


Repairing can also mean as simple as securing loose posts, or as complex as preventing a collapsed deck. If unsure, consult your Tasker about your deck’s condition.


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Recent Decking tasks in Inner West Sydney

Inspect and Repair Damaged Timber Balcony Decking

$50

Leichhardt NSW 2040, Australia

5th Jun 2026

I have a small upstairs timber balcony/deck that has several loose boards and areas of timber rot/deterioration. One section has visible holes, cracking and timber damage (see photos). I would like an experienced carpenter, deck builder or handyman to: • Inspect the damaged decking boards and supporting structure underneath • Assess whether the issue can be repaired or if boards need replacing • Provide a quote for repair works • Complete repairs if suitable The deck is located on the upper level of a house and access is available. Please advise: • Your experience with timber deck repairs • Whether you can inspect the substructure/joists • An estimate of labour costs • Availability Photos attached.

Inspect and Repair Damaged Timber Balcony Decking

$150

Leichhardt NSW, Australia

31st May 2026

I have a small upstairs timber balcony/deck that has several loose boards and areas of timber rot/deterioration. One section has visible holes, cracking and timber damage (see photos). I would like an experienced carpenter, deck builder or handyman to: • Inspect the damaged decking boards and supporting structure underneath • Assess whether the issue can be repaired or if boards need replacing • Provide a quote for repair works • Complete repairs if suitable The deck is located on the upper level of a house and access is available. Please advise: • Your experience with timber deck repairs • Whether you can inspect the substructure/joists • An estimate of labour costs • Availability Photos attached.

This is just the quote, Rémi is punctual for arriving time and good in answering the questions.

Sliding door rail repair, panel of decking replaced & lock replaced

$500

Rozelle NSW, Australia

28th May 2026

Need one panel of out door deck replaced. Need the rail of sliding door fixed, it sticks half way. Unsure of issue. Locked changed on two doors

Roof Leak Inspection – Covered Deck Ceiling

$300

Leichhardt NSW, Australia

27th May 2026

I have noticed a small moisture/mould mark on the covered deck ceiling under the metal roof area. It seems to be a fairly recent issue and does not appear to be a major leak at this stage. I would like someone to: - inspect the area, - help identify the source/cause of the moisture, and advise what repair is required. I suspect it may be related to wind-driven rain or a small leak around the roof flashing/edge near the side connection, but I’m not certain. Could you please let me know if this is something you can inspect and repair?

Hong did a great job. Easy to communicate with and very knowledgeable. Highly recommended.

Replace verandah decking

$7,000

Rozelle NSW 2039, Australia

26th May 2026

Replace and remove 2020mm x 8910mm verandah decking in black unpainted composite Replace two end posts (supplied) Replace rotted parts of railing ( To be quoted separately on inspection)

Composite decking supply and install

$4,000

Ashfield NSW, Australia

25th May 2026

Need a small composite decking done. Around 15sqm Quote me for supply and install

Deck sanding in Drummoyne. 11.5 square meters

$350

Drummoyne NSW, Australia

25th May 2026

Timber is in good condition.

Great job done professionally, Strongly recommend ✅✅

Deck re-staining and possibly sanding

$350

Leichhardt NSW 2040, Australia

23rd May 2026

Deck approx 3.5 x 4m requires re-staining and possibly re-sanding. Price negotiable depending on scope of work required.

Renewing a deck

$1,000

Haberfield NSW 2045, Australia

13th May 2026

Fix or renew decking at the back of the house

Decking and titling back yard

$15

Ashfield, New South Wales

12th May 2026

Existing pergola needs to extend, installing new deck, titling the backyard ; site visit required first.

Sand and re-paint deck flooring

$1,000

Leichhardt NSW 2040, Australia

2nd May 2026

Deck in need of a sand and re paint, as well as a few steps leading up to deck Deck is 2.17m x 5.7m Faces north, lots of sun. Last done probably 10 years ago. Ideally you could source all equipment as well.

Perfect! Professional job, clear communication, and fast! Great value.

Painting of deck

$300

Haberfield NSW, Australia

10th Apr 2026

I need my back deck prepped and stained/ painted. I can provide paint and cleaning gear if easier. The deck will be clear of furniture.

Zabi was incredibly professional to work with. Very reliable and efficient. Did a great job.

Deck Boxing-Off Help Needed (2–3 hours) – Must Have Mitre Saw

$180

Homebush NSW 2140, Australia

7th Apr 2026

Looking for someone to help me finish boxing off a deck. Job should take approx. 2–3hours I’ll be working alongside you on the day All materials supplied (timber, drill, bits, etc.) Requirements: Must have your own mitre saw / drop saw (essential) Ability to cut timber accurately to 90° angles Experience with basic carpentry or decking work preferred

Very efficient and helpful

Oil 2x small decks in inner west

$225

Annandale NSW, Australia

22nd Mar 2026

Need someone experienced with an eye for quality/detail who can Oli 2x small decks. Needs to be brushed, the blown, and masked and then hand-oiled around the edges and concrete areas to ensure the oil doesn’t get on the concrete or fences. Typically takes 2/3h total with care, cleaning and delicate approach. I’ll provide decking oil, brush and tape.

Great communication, attention to detail and easy to deal with.

Mount 2 hoselink hoses on brick wall and mount privacy screens on deck

$100

Lilyfield NSW 2040, Australia

12th Mar 2026

I have 2 hoselink hoses that need mounting on a brick wall. I also need 3 privacy screens to be mounted onto the deck. All fixtures available for both jobs.

Andrew was great! Knowledgeable and quick. Highly recommend

Destroy-rip up old deck

$500

Rozelle NSW, Australia

23rd Feb 2026

I have 28 sqm of old deck - simple rectangle i need top layer only removed - electric saw and wrecking bar is all thats needed. ill deal with disposal of old timber. Adding new deck is also covered thanks im also going to get tasker to take old timber from back of house to front of house - 25m, - ready for skip sorry just thought of that:P

Turned up on time straight into job polite and fast Excellent Air tasker

Replace - repair old merbau deck

$50

Rozelle NSW, Australia

15th Feb 2026

hi i have a 25 sqm deck and approx half needs replacing its merbau on both steel and pine joists (i think) some joists look a little rotten but we will see more once existing brought up id prefer to agree materials and purchase - this is my 3rd decl rebuild recently by hour is fine if u prefer id like to oil on completion thnx

By far and away the best experience ive had with an Airtasker ever. walks the talk !!:)

Oil 5m x 3m deck

$300

Summer Hill NSW, Australia

30th Jan 2026

Looking for someone to do our yearly deck oiling. Merbau wood, approx 5m x 3m deck. There is some vertical panelling and 3 large stairs. See photos for details. Looking for: 1. A clean and a very light sand of the deck. It's relatively new (built Feb 2025, but gets direct sunlight. 2. Timber oil of choice. 2 coats ideally but will leave to the professionals. Materials not provided.

Allan and his team were amazing! Super communicative and straightforward!

Sand and Stain Decking

$600

Abbotsford NSW, Australia

15th Dec 2025

I need a garden decking sanded and stained in our courtyard. It has not been sanded/stained in a couple of years so looking for the right person to help out! Happy for it to be done over a few days if necessary. the photos show the main total area that needs work. Located in Abbotsford

Matthew did an excellent job sanding and staing my backyard decking which had been neglected for a few years. Kept up me updated and slotted in the job just before Christmas too. Would hire him again when needed.

Rebuild our elevated deck

$10

Birchgrove NSW, Australia

15th Dec 2025

Experienced builder or senior carpenter needed to quote and complete a rear timber deck rebuild in Birchgrove (Inner West). This is a like-for-like replacement of an existing elevated deck (~2.1 m high) with new engineered concrete footings (up to 800 mm deep in places). Structural drawings are complete and will be provided. The job was previously allocated but the builder has gone on extended sick leave; all materials have already been ordered and are stored under the house. We’re looking for someone experienced with elevated decks and working from engineer’s drawings, with availability to complete the build by 6 January. Site visit and quote ASAP.

We couldn’t speak more highly of Jon and his team. He is an absolute professional with exceptionally high standards and was a dream to work with. The quality of his workmanship is outstanding, and as a result we have already asked him to quote on further work. Highly recommended.

Recent Composite Decking tasks in Inner West Sydney

Composite decking supply and install

$4,000

Ashfield NSW, Australia

25th May 2026

Need a small composite decking done. Around 15sqm Quote me for supply and install

Install composite decking in Sydney's inner west

$1,200

Lewisham NSW, Australia

18th Aug 2025

we need a small deck installed in a backyard - using tuff block and composite decking

Deck laying of area 2mx 4.5m in composite decking

$700

Croydon Park NSW, Australia

15th Jul 2024

Supply and Installation of composite decking for deck approx 2m x 4.5m . Deck foundations are good.

Recent Timber Decking tasks in Inner West Sydney

Vanish timber deck

$500

Strathfield, New South Wales

4th Feb 2026

Vanish timber decking front and back of the house. Small deck in the front and large deck at the back. Deck Back 7 x 4.8m Front 3.8 x 2.5m

Sand and stain timber deck

$800

Croydon Park NSW, Australia

13th Dec 2025

I am looking for someone to sand and stain my timber deck (approx 20 square metres) on Thursday 18 Dec.

Erfan was very efficient with excellent attention to detail in sanding and staining my timber deck. I would use again and highly recommend his services.

Sand and oil timber deck

$300

Croydon Park NSW, Australia

13th Dec 2025

Hi, Looking for someone to sand and oil my timber deck. Timber is balau and after natural decking oil no stain. Approx 15sqm

Very happy with the result. Highly recommend Phil’s services.

Timber deck sanding about 12sq in front of house

$300

Balmain East NSW, Australia

4th Nov 2025

Need front patio deck sanded About 12 meter square

Sand a timber deck approx 7m x 3m - need to provide floor/edge sander.

$400

Lilyfield NSW, Australia

29th Sep 2025

Timber (merbau) deck, approx 7m x 3m, has been newly repaired. It’s in combined original/new condition with some rough boards/ multiple grits. Old stain/paint and scuffs. It needs to be sanded properly and well, in order that we can then do the rest ourselves. I need someone to attend to do the sanding - you’ll need to provide the floor/edge sander. Approx 2-3hr job.

Sand my Timber Deck

$600

Strathfield NSW, Australia

28th Sep 2025

Sand spotted gum timber deck ready for oiling. Size approx. 35m square and 4 steps (4 steps x 1m wide) . Approximately 75% of deck is new timber.

Build a small timber deck/landing.

$500

Leichhardt NSW 2040, Australia

28th Jul 2025

Build a small timber deck/landing. Two levels: 1st level 3600 x 600, 2nd level 3600 x 400. All materials will be provided, please only quote for labour. Joist is already built, requires a small adjustment.

Help laying a timber deck

$30

Birchgrove NSW, Australia

26th Sep 2024

need help replacing a timber deck

Sand and oil timber deck (approx 16m[2])

$300

Hurlstone Park NSW, Australia

13th Jun 2024

Sand and re-oil pine timber deck, approx 16m[2] in size. Supply materials (sander etc). Good access to the deck and off street parking.

Sand hardwood timber deck

$150

Balmain NSW, Australia

18th Dec 2023

Belt sand hardwood timber deck 1.4m x 4.8m to remove existing oil finish in preparation for re oil. Need to get job done today or tomorrow 12 noon. - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 18 December 2023

Did the job as required

Timber Deck remove and replace

$10

Five Dock NSW, Australia

6th Dec 2023

Remove and replace timber deck - Due date: Flexible

Closing off timber deck

$1,000

Croydon Park NSW, Australia

3rd Dec 2023

I need a timber alfresco deck finished off on one edge - Due date: Flexible

Super service !! Fast and reliable

Timber decking

$300

Birchgrove NSW, Australia

19th Nov 2023

We have 2 timber balconies (both the same size). The decking needs doing. - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 1 December, 2023

Oiled our 2 timber balconies. They came out looking fantastic and Chris was able to do in a day.

Timber deck

$1,500

Russell Lea NSW, Australia

14th Oct 2023

LABOUR ONLY Timber merbau deck extension approx 3.7mx3.3m Match existing deck, refer sketch + photos of area Due date: Flexible

Sandblasting and Re-oiling a 16 square metre timber deck

$200

Leichhardt NSW, Australia

23rd Sep 2023

Sandblasting and oiling timber deck - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 27 September 2023

Oil timber deck

$300

Rozelle NSW, Australia

5th Sep 2023

New timber Deck - Merbau. Need it oiled twice. Approx 5.5m x 6m. Access is through the house. Price needs to include all materials - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 6 September 2023

Timber deck repair, clean and resealed

$1,000

Rozelle NSW, Australia

18th Jul 2023

Timber deck needs cleaning and resealing. One step needs repair - Due date: Flexible

Build a timber deck

$2,600

Drummoyne NSW 2047, Australia

25th Mar 2023

We are seeking quotes for a skilled carpenter and assistant to work under the instruction of our building supervisor to construct a timber deck on an already constructed steel structure. The deck is approximately 16 square metres. All building materials to complete the job will be supplied by the client. All tools required to complete the job must be supplied by the carpenter. The job includes ground preparation and levelling of the underground, moving timber deck materials from the front driveway to the backyard, installing joists and deck boards, and other tasks as instructed by the site supervisor. Please refer to drawings an photos supplied before submitting your quote. - Due date: Flexible

Timber decking

$2,000

Haberfield NSW 2045, Australia

8th Mar 2023

Timber decking into soil. Approx. 15-18 square meters . Materia alsorequired - Due date: Flexible

Oil timber decking and pergola

$350

Rhodes NSW 2138, Australia

19th Dec 2022

Experienced painter in oiling timber decking need to oil Jarrah timber decking around pool and pergola including stairs and under the decking must have all tools I will pay for all materials approx 150sqms must protect all areas including sandstone edge and glass must clean up

Recent Garden Decking tasks in Inner West Sydney

Sand and stain garden decking

$500

Abbotsford NSW, Australia

21st Dec 2025

I have a bit of a neglected decking area of my garden that needs to be sanded and stained. The pictures show the main total area. Located in Abbotsford

Pressure wash, apply two coats decking oil to small wooden garden deck

$500

Balmain NSW, Australia

6th Feb 2025

I need a handyman to pressure wash clean a wooden deck (4m x 2.5m), apply two coats of decking oil (sikken brand)

DEMOLITION Of GARDEN DECK & PERGOLA

$1,000

Concord NSW, Australia

10th Mar 2024

DEMOLITION Of GARDEN DECK & CABANA Hi, demolition of deck and cabana being requested. Any rubbish arises from the demolition needs to be removed from the site as well. Deck that needs removal is approx. 25 sqm and cabana as well. Once removed, group would need to remain as just flat earth (soil) Photos shows deck and cabana that needs removal and ones highlighted in blue are the ones that needs demolition/removal. Thank you

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