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Recent Decking reviews in South London

Ollie, did an amazing job! He went above and beyond my expectations :)

Pressure wash decking

£50

Beautiful job with the decking, so happy with it. A lot of care taken and time with attention to detail.

New decking

£600

John did a great job! Very good communication, helping us get the best deals and did a great job. Will have him back to do more jobs in the future

Quote for Small Deck built in courtyard with Composite

£20

Nathan was very professional and efficient.

Remove some decking

£250

Excellent communication and brilliant job! Thank you!

Paint decking, shed, sleepers and balcony

£300

Ivanas was very friendly and did a really good job.

Assemble and install aluminium pergola on decking

£300

What's the average cost of a decking builder in South London

£180 - £400

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£180

median

£215

high

£400

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What can you get from decking builders?

Ready to book that decking service request for some added oomph to your home? Get the opportunity to coordinate with contractors, builders, designers, or repair specialists who are knowledgeable enough to address your concerns. From purchasing required materials to making sure you’re satisfied with the final output, these Taskers can help you get peace of mind over dealing with a multilayered process. All you need is to align with them about your expectations.


Feel free to explore this clearer overview on what comes with booking a decking expert on Airtasker:


Deck installation

Taskers who are focused on the craft of decking installation are tasked to make your space more flexible. This starts with the planning of 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.


The support posts or caissons come next. Then, 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. 


Deck repair

Eventually, the presence of cracks, splinters, or a greyish hue on your deck will get bothersome. Luckily, your hired Tasker can take this burden off your shoulders. Specialists 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 at its best condition.


The repair process can be simple (like securing loose posts) or complex (preventing a collapsed deck). Just consult your Tasker if you want to thoroughly check your deck’s current state.


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Recent Decking tasks in South London

Paint deck

£200

Thornton Heath, Greater London

27th Mar 2026

Strip and paint deck 9x4.5m

Lifting up some decking to access man hole cover.

£100

Norbury, Greater London

11th Mar 2026

We need some planks of decking lifting up to access a man hole (approx 5). However some of the screws have lost their threads and the screws are really embedded into the decking. The planks are very long (whole width of decking) We don't want the decking damaged as we are putting it back afterwards so only people with the right skills and tools to do this please. Many thanks. Free street parking.

Amazing work. On time and got a very stressful job sorted efficiently and with care. 100% recommend!

Lift some decking so we can access man hole cover

£100

Norbury, Greater London

26th Feb 2026

We need access to man hole cover which is under decking. The decking is screwed in but some of the screws have lost the thread so not easy to get them up

Decking replacement

£2,000

Little Woodcote, Greater London

14th Feb 2026

Large decking area needs supporting beams replaced

Fence panel (x5); Decking replacement; change door handles x 5.

£400

Thornton Heath, Greater London

30th Jan 2026

1. Garden gate – shave to close open easily, add new lock 2. Replace broken fence panels (5) 3. Replace decking (approx 3 sqm) and allow access to manhole 4. Beading changed on wooden parquet floors 5. Make good a kitchen unit with backing damaged by water in a cupboard / shelve and where needed re align the doors and draw

Slywester did an excellent job on a wide range of home repairs, including fixing the garden gate and lock, replacing fence panels and decking, updating parquet floor beading, repairing a water-damaged kitchen unit, and fitting new door handles. The workmanship was top quality throughout. Professional, reliable, tidy, and a pleasure to deal with. Highly recommend and would hire again.

Replace decking to garden

£400

South Wimbledon, Greater London

5th Sep 2025

Like for like replacement of decking to rear garden. 7m² - dismantling and replacement of 14 full width deckboards & frame 3.17x2.1m 3m² - dismantling and replacement of 7 short sections of deckboards and underlying frame (1.6m x 1.6m). Some deckboards still in good condition to be removed and reinstated. New membrane to be laid underneath frame. We will supply materials. Please quote for labour and removal of old decking/frame.

Small repairs to new decking

£200

Thornton Heath, Greater London

28th Aug 2025

Decking requires some minor repairs. Newly installed 18 months ago.

Very satisfied with the work carried out.

Decking replacement in the garden

£1,000

Addiscombe, Greater London

14th Aug 2025

A part of the garden (about half) is covered by a wooden decking which was done around 2011. Now it has run out of its life and needs to be replaced. Ideally we want something thats lifelong and is low maintenance so paved stone slabs might be better option than a new decking. We are open to ideas. The photos are now included the dimensions of the space to be paved with stone or new decking is 6.6m x 3m

I have had a good experience working with marv on the deck replacement (with paving stone) in my back garden.

Decking extended by 2m on one side. Currently it’s 360x280cm.

£200

Addiscombe, Greater London

24th Jul 2025

I would like to extend our decking by 2m on the width. It is currently 360x280cm. The 280m side needs extended - the boards run parallel with this side. I’ll buy the materials and do the ground work as there will be some plant removal and digging. All you have to do is let me know what you need. We have lots of tools you can use (drop saw etc) Photo of the decking currently (only picture I had in my phone!)

Brilliant job. Pleasant and polite. Really knew what he was doing and was adaptable to the job. Highly recommended and would use again. Thanks P!

Need some decking removed for access

£80

Thornton Heath, Greater London

13th Jul 2025

Need some decking removed for access

Garden wooden deck

£100

Mitcham, Greater London

26th Jun 2025

I want to get a wooden decking done in my garden . Attaching photo of my garden for the same . The quote should include all the materials and the installation and the time required

Decking removal and garden landscaping

£1,500

Forestdale, Greater London, CR0

22nd Jun 2025

Our backgarden has an old decking, which needs removal. There will be a 'step' required once the decking is removed as that part of the garden is not level with the patio. I want to have artificial grass on the garden once the decking is removed. The following measurement applies: Total garden measurements: approx. 200 inches by 515 inches Decking measurements: approx. 150 inches by 210 inches In terms of timeframe, would like to have this job completed before end of July.

Damaged garden decking

£150

Keston Mark, Greater London

18th Jun 2025

Two holes in garden decking - we have replacement planks

Repair, clean and stain decking

£350

Green Street Green, Greater London, BR6

13th Jun 2025

Repair a section of decking railings. Clean and stain decking. Repair shed.

Build a shed on decking

£150

Morden, Greater London, SM4

2nd Jun 2025

I need a shed built. You can see the link to the shed here. https://www.wickes.co.uk/Powersheds-Apex-Overlap-Dip-Treated-Shed--10-x-4ft/p/274034 It is 4ft wide 10ft long. It will be sat on decking so no need to worry about there being flat ground. There is a branch shrub in the way so that will need cutting down also. You can see a pic of the shed and also a photo of it's location. Shed has arrived. Previous tasker let me down.

Looking for Experienced Carpenter to Rebuild Decking with Millboard

£2,000

Risley Close, Greater London, SM4

23rd May 2025

Hi there, I'm looking to hire an experienced carpenter or decking specialist to help rebuild my current decking (see attached pictures for reference). The existing decking needs to be fully removed and cleared, and a brand-new deck built in its place using Millboard composite decking. 🛠 Project Details: •Dimensions of Decking Area: Width: 5.5m Length: 3m Key Requirements: o Complete removal of the current decking o Rebuild the entire structure using Millboard materials o Install a gate in the middle of the second stairway (leading down to the garden) o Fit horizontal frames at both ends of the deck o Construct a small shaded area (pergola-style or canopy – open to suggestions) 💬 What I Need From You: Please get in touch only if you have experience working with Millboard or similar composite decking products. When reaching out, I would appreciate the following: 1. A quote to complete the full job, including supply of all materials (Millboard, subframe, fixings, etc.) 2. A separate quote for labour only, assuming I will provide all the required Millboard materials 3. An estimated timeline for completing the project from start to finish 4. Any previous work examples that demonstrate your decking experience 📍 Location: [Morden] 📸 Photos: Attached in post for reference I’m keen to get the ball rolling as soon as possible, so if you’re available in the coming weeks, please get in touch with your availability and detailed quote. Looking forward to working with a skilled and reliable professional on this project! Best regards, Abbey

Move a Garden Pent Shed from floor to it’s deck (25cm high)

£200

Sydenham, Greater London, SE26

14th May 2025

Move a pent shed (fully assembled) from its location in the garden on a decking platform (around 25cm high) on a different corner of the garden. The shed is 2x2m and 180cm high. Ideally we need the job done Thursday 15th of May

Extend decking/clear area ready for pergola install

£500

Belmont, Greater London

9th May 2025

I am looking for someone who can: 1. Extend my current decking and get it ready for a pergola install 2. Varnish/stain old decking so that it looks the same as the extended decking 3. Clear the bushes/level the ground in the area 4. Install some screens to one side The pictures should give an idea of the before and after, as well as an idea of the current area. Looking for someone who has had experience of similar jobs, and can take all rubbish away with them.

Jet wash decking

£100

Old Coulsdon, Greater London

1st May 2025

Approx 18m2 decking to be jet washed there is bbq and furniture which will need shifting to do it. Timber decking photos are today

Pergola and decking garden

£200

Broad Green, Greater London

30th Apr 2025

Advice and help making decking and pergola i have the brackets , screws , drill bits and pallets and decking boards and some tools Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: No

Recent Garden Decking tasks in South London

Damaged garden decking

£150

Keston Mark, Greater London

18th Jun 2025

Two holes in garden decking - we have replacement planks

Build Garden Deck ASAP

£150

Norwood New Town, Greater London

29th Aug 2024

Buildind a deck in my Garden materials already here. Deck would to be painted brown, as in the sample picture.

Hi i need my garden decking and rail and steps painted

£50

Coulsdon, Greater London

28th Jul 2024

Decking and 3 steps and 1 step hand rail