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Recent Decking reviews in Sydney

Leonard did a great job on our deck!! He had great communication, was very friendly to deal with and finished the job well and on time. Highly recommend :)

Deck cleaning and staining + gate, bin cubbys and table

$600

Great job. Very well done. I would absolutely recommend Allan and his team!

Clean and stain balcony deck

$500

Alex did an excellent job fixing my deck stairs. He was reliable and a lovely person. Highly recommended. Thankyou!

Carpenter or handyman to fix deck stairs

$300

Guy is the guy you want. He is fastidious in his work and such a lovely, respectful man. He did an amazing job on our deck, bringing it back to its original glory. We will certainly be calling on him in the future.

Decking cleaned and re stained

$250

John was excellent, great comms, explained the job and was so good to work with. Thanks mate

Stain deck and wooden bifold does

$600

Greis Nataly has done a wonderful job on my decking and stairs. I would strongly recommend her.

Clean, sand, polish the decking. Clean and polish steps as well.

$5

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

$252 - $890

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Recent Timber Decking reviews in Sydney

Great painter and very helpful

Paint a timber deck 8m x 4m. paint supplied

$120

Justinas did a great job building the deck. He offered alternative design ideas to improve the initial concept & delivered earlier than expected Tidy, friendly and most importantly a great job.

Replace timber decking for small 3x1.5m deck

$1,500

Nataly arrived on time, her work is meticulous, her level of detail. My tired balcony now looks completely rejuvenated. Im so impressed and I will be recommending her highly.

Sanding & Re staining outdoor timber deck

$500

Phil did a great job. He made sure all was considered and completed to its best outcome.

Sanding a timber deck

$300

Jason did an excellent job, he was thorough, careful, hardworking and knowledgeable. Clearly communicated throughout and was very pleasant to deal with. Definitely hire him!

Clean and oil timber decking

$1,700

John was fantastic to work with. Great communication, zero fuss, top quality work. Thanks John!

Timber deck cleaned & oiled in Sydney CBD

$1,000

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

$500 - $1,350

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$700

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based on 8 reviews

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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 Sydney

NEED HELP with fence and decking

$500

Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

4th Oct 2026

NEED HELP WITH FENCE AND DECKING

Sand and oil hardwood deck (30m2)

$1,000

Rosebery NSW 2018, Australia

28th Sep 2026

Looking for someone to sand back and oil a hardwood deck in Rosebery, approx. 30m2. - You'll need to bring your own industrial deck sander and all sanding consumables (paper/discs etc.) - Scope is a full sand followed by oiling the deck - budget covers both, including the deck oil (happy to discuss product/finish) - Timing is flexible, ideally in the next few weeks - Please clean up dust/debris after sanding and before oiling - There are a couple broken deck screws to watch out for however they are flush level with the deck itself and shouldn't be an issue (see images) Photos of the deck attached. Please include your availability and experience with sanding and oiling hardwood decks in your offer.

Cut back deck to S-curve with corten-edged gravel garden

$2,000

Erskineville NSW 2043, Australia

28th Sep 2026

What we want: Remove the back half of the deck along a curved line, exposing the ground below. The remaining deck would have a curved front edge. Below it, a corten steel edge would follow the curve and hold back a gravel/pebble area planted with natives. Dimensions: The deck is 3.1 m wide. The curve would be an S-shaped curve to make more room for a tree on the left with natives scattered throughout. Carpentry scope: Cut the decking boards and joists back to the curved line, and remove the redundant framing, bearers and posts in the back section (if required). Re-support the new edge: a new bearer or posts along or near the curve, plus blocking between the joists at the cut line so every board end is fixed. Finish the curved edge. Install corten steel edging along the curve to separate the deck zone from the gravel. Potentially in-scope: Re-finish the deck in a lighter stain.

Decking light sand and re-staining/painting

$300

Millers Point NSW 2000, Australia

25th Sep 2026

Job is to prepare decking (benches, walls, floor) for re-staining by doing a light sand and doing two new coats of decking stain All equipment and stain provided The area is about 3.5m x 3.5m floor plate This does not need to be stripped back to raw. Light sand only. It’s already been stripped and stained: this is just annual maintenance

Install a spiral staircase from ground to level 1 deck

$500

Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

22nd Sep 2026

Assemble and fix stairs properly and firmly onto the ground and the deck, must have experience and fulfill building code. To check any leakages to the building and clean off previous water mark and stains from before. Touch up powdering paint if colour runs off. Video below. https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2FdX9yRFLUBBM&data=05%7C02%7C%7Ca0f61b0d7f164757317f08de96a7f367%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C639113845468102850%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=fepUa%2BT6Wl1cyddYcN8cI3RPV1IrkL5Gt7x%2B7MfcYf0%3D&reserved=0

Fix split wood on customer decking

$100

Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

18th Sep 2026

Wood on our decking has split. Need someone to glue back on and make presentable

Punctual and quick to respond

Installing composite decking tiles on one apartment balcony

$350

Eastgardens NSW 2036, Australia

16th Sep 2026

Need to have decking tiles to be cut to follow curves on balcony and balcony drain and installed to cover the whole balcony of around 9-10 square meters. These tiles just click ( attach ) each other, so they just go on top of the existing ones.Tiles are provided as per photo. Will need a saw and extension cable to reach power point inside.

Sanding wooden deck

$400

Ultimo NSW 2007, Australia

11th Sep 2026

We have 4 m x 4m wooden deck. I’m looking for someone to sand down my wooden deck to prepare it for painting.

He did really good job.👍

Deck sanded

$1,500

Erskineville NSW 2043, Australia

2nd Sep 2026

The area is approximately 21square meters. Needs sanding for decking oil stain to be applied.

Don’t be reluctant to give your job to Hady! Very professional, punctual and takes pride in his work. Overall experience was excellent

Small deck maintenance (sand & oil)

$600

Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

2nd Sep 2026

Small decked courtyard (please see photos) needs some TLC. Area is roughly 12 square meters. The deck has already been washed and oil has been purchased.

Professional Decking Services | Builds, Repairs & Restorations

$5,000

Sydney, New South Wales

11th Aug 2026

Professional decking services available! I specialise in building, repairing and restoring decks to a high standard. Whether you need a brand new deck or want to bring your existing one back to life, I deliver quality workmanship with attention to detail. Reliable, efficient, and easy to deal with. Get in touch for a quote!

Modifications to small deck at commercial office.

$700

Chippendale NSW 2008, Australia

27th Jul 2026

Adjustments to an existing circa 4.2m wide pine deck to achieve compliant stair dimensions. The work includes new edge boards and construction of two small steps. Design and dimensions need to be accurately followed. The majority of timber required is already on site. The 90x45 edge board 4200 long (tbc) will need to be provided and included for. Easy access.

John has produced some excellent work, was reliable and easy to communicate with.

Outdoor decking

$1,800

Botany NSW 2019, Australia

26th Jul 2026

Outdoor decking: 3.3 m x 5.3m total area, under the stairs no need decking,provide all the needed materials

Deck Cleaning & Restoration Needed

$250

Mascot NSW 2020, Australia

25th Jul 2026

I’m looking for an experienced professional to clean and restore my small outdoor timber deck. A red wine stain was recently spilled on the deck. I’ve tried cleaning it myself, but it’s still visible and I’d like someone with the right products and equipment to properly remove or minimise the stain. While you’re here, I’d also like the entire small deck professionally cleaned and any recommended maintenance completed to help protect and preserve the timber (e.g. treatment, oiling or other restoration if needed). Requirements: * Experience with timber deck cleaning and restoration. * Use pet- and plant-safe products wherever possible. * Please bring your own equipment and products. * Happy for you to assess the deck and recommend the best approach. Please include your experience with timber decks and any photos of similar jobs if available. Type of clean: Regular Number of bedrooms: None Number of bathrooms: None Equipment and supplies: Tasker must provide

Repair outdoor wooden deck

$400

Marrickville, New South Wales

19th Jul 2026

Outdoor deck - replace 1 rotten beam and rotted set lengths (up to 20 connected to beam, not all require replacing). Sand and varnish deck - total area approx 22m2

Great communication and work

Sand and Paint Timber Deck and Privacy Screen

$300

Ultimo NSW 2007, Australia

16th Jul 2026

Sand and Paint Timber Deck and both privacy screens in courtyard . Deck to be painted a light grey colour and privacy screen a beige crème colour . Privacy Screen approx 2m high. For courtyard dimensions see photos attached .

Supply & install timber deck

$1,000

St Peters NSW 2044, Australia

8th Jul 2026

Description: I’m looking for an experienced decking professional to supply and install a new deck in both my front and rear small courtyards. Scope of works: * Total decking area approximately 18–19 m² * Supply and install a basic, good-quality decking material (open to recommendations) * Construct a neat, level, professional finish * Remove and dispose of any waste upon completion Requirements: * Proven experience building residential decks * Please provide photos of previous decking projects or a portfolio of similar work * Must have appropriate tools and experience * Preference will be given to experienced tradespeople with strong Airtasker reviews Please include in your quote: * Estimated timeframe * Earliest availability I’m looking for a quality finish at a competitive price.

Excellent workmanship, highly recommended. Thanks Andrew!

deck needs to be gurneyed

$150

Petersham NSW 2049, Australia

1st Jul 2026

I need my wooden deck guernyed. 4.5x4.5 plus 3 steps.

Very professional and easy to work with

Replace balcony deck tiles and waterproof underneath

$1,000

Waterloo NSW 2017, Australia

1st Jul 2026

We have a top balcony deck in the apartment and some tiles are damaged. We need someone to remove damaged tiles (either just damaged tiles or the whole row of tiles), waterproof underneath and put new tiles in. There is also a raised section covered in dark blue paint on the photo. We would like for the edge of this raise section of tiles to be nicely covered by an aluminium or plastic corner. We would like for someone to come, have a look and quote. We are flexible with price, because we are not sure how many tiles need to be removed and how the raised edge of tiles can be covered.

Modify and complete small deck

$750

Chippendale NSW 2008, Australia

16th Jun 2026

Create steps and bench seat to complete timber stepped deck per sketch detail attached. Owner will order required material, I.e.cost is labour only.

Craig carried out some decking adjustments and was polite and punctual

Recent Composite Decking tasks in Sydney

Installing composite decking tiles on one apartment balcony

$350

Eastgardens NSW 2036, Australia

16th Sep 2026

Need to have decking tiles to be cut to follow curves on balcony and balcony drain and installed to cover the whole balcony of around 9-10 square meters. These tiles just click ( attach ) each other, so they just go on top of the existing ones.Tiles are provided as per photo. Will need a saw and extension cable to reach power point inside.

Composite decking

$450

Potts Point NSW, Australia

27th Apr 2026

I need a carpenter to assist with a composite decking job for up to 3 days

Build a Composite Deck

$1,500

Zetland NSW, Australia

19th Dec 2025

Have ordered materials from Clickdeck and Ekodeck to rebuild my deck and backyard stair case. Items from ClickDeck (aluminium frames) are to be delivered soon (Ekodeck materials have been delivered) and am looking for someone to help me put it all together

Rooftop decking - install composite decking

$800

Surry Hills NSW, Australia

3rd Oct 2024

Looking for quotes for replacing our rooftop decking. I had posted previously but unfortunately the post expired, so can’t access the offers/msg’s, please get in touch again if you are interested and have availability. Remove current timber decking and install composite decking - Ecodeck Designer series. Please note this is for the sides as well as the floor, we want to replace the whole rooftop not only just floor. Please include material in the quote or advise if only quoting for labor. Decking size: 3.2m x 4.7m Location: Surry Hills, Sydney NSW 2010 Will need to bring and have your own tools. Please get in touch if interested and need any more info. Would be great if could share pics of previous decking jobs.

Composite Decking Repairs

$100

Beaconsfield WA, Australia

5th Sep 2023

Composite Decking boards replaced; mostly the edges where there is visible degradation. Also one or two boards that are a bit warped. A quote and first availability is appreciated.

Jae was excellent. He was easy to schedule and completed the job to a great standard. Highly recommended.

Recent Timber Decking tasks in Sydney

Sand and Paint Timber Deck and Privacy Screen

$300

Ultimo NSW 2007, Australia

16th Jul 2026

Sand and Paint Timber Deck and both privacy screens in courtyard . Deck to be painted a light grey colour and privacy screen a beige crème colour . Privacy Screen approx 2m high. For courtyard dimensions see photos attached .

Supply & install timber deck

$1,000

St Peters NSW 2044, Australia

8th Jul 2026

Description: I’m looking for an experienced decking professional to supply and install a new deck in both my front and rear small courtyards. Scope of works: * Total decking area approximately 18–19 m² * Supply and install a basic, good-quality decking material (open to recommendations) * Construct a neat, level, professional finish * Remove and dispose of any waste upon completion Requirements: * Proven experience building residential decks * Please provide photos of previous decking projects or a portfolio of similar work * Must have appropriate tools and experience * Preference will be given to experienced tradespeople with strong Airtasker reviews Please include in your quote: * Estimated timeframe * Earliest availability I’m looking for a quality finish at a competitive price.

Excellent workmanship, highly recommended. Thanks Andrew!

Approx 30 sqm Hardwood timber decking to be repaired and restored

$1,500

Rosebery NSW, Australia

7th Apr 2026

Approx 30sqm of existing black butt hardwood decking needs to be sanded or scrubbed back to bare wood and then re- oiled , possible repair and replacement of some of boards as well

Timber Deck Restoration – 55m² – Rosebery (Commercial Property)

$700

Rosebery NSW, Australia

26th Feb 2026

Need an experienced professional to restore a 55m² timber deck at a commercial property in Rosebery. The deck has black staining, weathering and UV damage. I want it restored properly, not just pressure washed. Scope of works: • Deep clean / mould treatment • Light sanding to remove oxidation and surface damage • Surface preparation • Apply 2 coats of quality decking oil • Protect surrounding areas • Leave site clean and tidy This is a restaurant terrace, so finish quality matters. Please include in your offer: • Photos of previous deck restoration work • What products you use (brand of oil) • Whether sanding is included • Time required • Total price including labour and materials Access is easy. Flexible timing but prefer ASAP. Looking for someone experienced in timber deck restoration

Small timber deck

$400

Erskineville NSW, Australia

10th Dec 2025

Supply and install small timber decking around existing hedges. Limited foot traffic Quick and easy job 3 x 1 x 0.25 high

Light sanding, cleaning and re-sealing of a 40m2 timber deck

$2,000

Stanmore NSW, Australia

3rd Nov 2025

I have a 5 year old deck in an internal courtyard / garden areas that needs a refresh in the lead up to summer. The deck is approx 40sqm hardwood. Scope is: - clean and prep surface - light sanding - minor board repair and replacement (couple of minor spits / cracks that are a hazard for small feet) - re-seal with 2-3 coats of oil - previously used Intergrain UltraDeck which I could supply if preferred Located in Stanmore Optional scope: - small section of timber on the internal wall - light sand teak furniture to natural finish

Phil did an amazing job. This has given our courtyard a massive lift. Attention to detail is outstanding. 100% recommend and will hire again.

Carpenter to replace timber decking with new composite boards

$1,200

Forest Lodge NSW 2037, Australia

25th Oct 2025

Licensed carpenter to replace existing decking boards with new Timbertech composite panels (provided). Decking panels are 140mm wide. Existing framing is in place but some minor adjustment might be required if additional support is required below. Provide and replace an existing fascia board, with a new solid timber panel and replace two of the balusters which are rotted with new ones. Deck dimensions Porch section 1.3m depth x 4.6m width Main section 3.4 depth x 3.6m width

Clean sand and oil timber decks, wall, posts and stairs

$500

Petersham NSW 2049, Australia

10th Oct 2025

Clean, sand, oil rear deck/ seats/ posts/ steps (c. 30sqm), front deck 18sqm and feature wall (5m X 2.5m) internal stairs/ landing. Timber oil, cleaning product and brushes to be supplied. Two coats of oil and deck cleaning product to be applied (prior to oiling). I can provide Sanding machines and paper. Method per link below: https://www.bunnings.com.au/diy-advice/building-construction/decking/how-to-oil-your-deck - Due date: Before Saturday, 15 July 2023

Sanding a timber deck

$300

Newtown NSW, Australia

7th Sep 2025

Sand a small timber deck area - 4 x 5m Supply own sander

Phil did a great job. He made sure all was considered and completed to its best outcome.

Paint a timber deck 8m x 4m. paint supplied

$120

Eastgardens NSW 2036, Australia

24th Jun 2025

Timber deck, needs painting. Previously stained. 8m x 4m, paint will be supplied only-painting equipment you will need to have

Great painter and very helpful

Construction of a 5m x 5m timber deck

$4,000

Sydney, New South Wales

21st Jun 2025

Construction of a 5m x 5m deck off existing steps

Clean and oil timber decking

$1,700

Marrickville NSW, Australia

19th May 2025

Clean timber decking using Timber Prep solution, then return 24 hours later to apply decking oil. There's approx. 230sqm of decking in total, likely to be a 2-3 day job. Cleaning solution, oil and equipment supplied.

Jason did an excellent job, he was thorough, careful, hardworking and knowledgeable. Clearly communicated throughout and was very pleasant to deal with. Definitely hire him!

Build timber handrail to match timber deck. Sand + oil both. 2 x 4m’s.

$500

Enmore NSW 2042, Australia

27th Feb 2025

Build a timber handrail to existing timber deck. Spotted Gum. Sand & Oil to seal, both handrail & deck. 2 x 4 m’s.

Sand back timber deck and re-oil.

$400

Marrickville NSW, Australia

24th Nov 2024

Sand back weathered timber deck and re-oil. Deck is 3.2m x 4.8m, with a small step down to grass. Have the oil for the deck - see photo.

Replace timber decking

$500

Marrickville, New South Wales

24th Nov 2024

Replace outdoor timber decking. Deck frame ok. Timber decking needs to be replaced as they are weathered and old. 3.2m x 4.83m. Current timber slats 90mm wide. Circa 140 linear metres (taking into account the curved shape of the deck) Small step also needs new timber. Open to timber suggestions. Uncovered deck that gets about 6hrs sunlight a day. Budget depends on timber? Open to negotiation.

Sand and seal timber deck

$1,000

Petersham NSW, Australia

18th Oct 2024

Our neighbour and us would both like to get our front and back timber decks sanded and re-sealed with clear oil. We can purchase the oil.

Repair timber decking

$400

Camperdown NSW, Australia

29th Aug 2024

Replace/repair timber decking (small area) This small section (3620x555mm) of old outdoor timber decking is sagging downwards because the crossbeam below is rotting. I'm looking for someone to fix it up so that the deck no longer sags. I think the crossbeam needs replacing but the pieces of the deck itself don't need to be.

Treating small Timber Deck/Balcony

$800

Glebe, New South Wales, Australia

15th May 2024

Clean and treat (decking stain/oils) small timber balcony in a terrace. Please provide itemised quote.

Minor fix to my timber deck?

$350

Surry Hills NSW, Australia

10th May 2024

One of the crossbeams under my deck has rotted away, so a couple of the top slats are bouncy when you walk on them. It is sitting directly on a concrete slab, so there's no safety issue or anything. I reckon to fix it, it'll require pulling up the slats, replacing the crossbeam underneath, doing some fiddling to get the height right, and then nailing the slats back down. I would prefer if you can supply the materials, but if you need, I could get a new wooden beam. In the photo you can see where the top slats are dipping down because the crossbeam isn't holding them up from underneath.

Timber decking replaced

$150

Botany NSW, Australia

4th Mar 2024

Replace 4 large + 2 small spotted gum timbers on my decking and post on fence which my dog chewed when he was a puppy

Recent Garden Decking tasks in Sydney

Decking-Replace Old Garden Deck for New

$10

Redfern NSW, Australia

18th Oct 2024

We have a small Blackbutt timber courtyard deck that needs to be replaced, it’s 3.5m x 3.5m (13sqm) and nailed to a treated pine frame. When first installed we had the area ground levelled compacted, plastic sheets were placed over the ground and a treated pine frame was built before the Bluckbutt timber was nailed on top. The first job was very well finished by a friend. In the last photo you can see there is a small section where a hatch can be lifted to access a sump drain below. We would like both the Bluckbutt timber and the treated pine frame to be replaced. We are replacing exactly as it currently is (Same dimensions, Same timber). We are interested in quotes for installation only.

Very good work. Polite and friendly. Excellent job