Decking
installation
& repair
Transform your garden with a professionally built deck. We design, supply and install — using quality timber or composite boards to suit your budget and style.
Free design advice
Supply & install
Fully insured
Tidy finish guaranteed
Serving Surrey & Hampshire
Why choose UK Handyman for your decking?
Personal service
Sean handles every job himself — no subcontractors, no surprises. You deal with the same person from quote to completion.
Honest advice
We’ll tell you what timber suits your garden, your budget and your lifestyle — not just what’s most expensive. Good ideas come free.
Clean & tidy
Every job is left spotless. Off-cuts, fixings and waste are cleared away. Your garden is better than we found it.
How it works
Free site visit & quote
Sean visits, measures up, discusses timber options and gives you a written quote — no obligation.
Materials sourced
We source quality boards, joists and fixings. You don’t need to buy anything or visit a merchant.
Installation day
Sean arrives on time, works cleanly and keeps disruption to a minimum. Most decks take 1–2 days.
Finished & inspected
You do a walkround together. Any snags fixed on the spot. Payment only when you’re happy.
Timber options
Pressure-treated pine
The most popular choice — affordable, durable and takes paint or stain well. Great for most gardens.
Mid-range cost
Hardwood (Balau / Iroko)
Rich, dense timber with a premium look. Naturally resistant to rot and insects. Ages beautifully.
Higher cost
Composite boards
Low maintenance — no painting, no splinters. Ideal for busy households. Comes in many colours.
Premium cost
What a customer says
“We first contacted Sean in the summer of 2022 for advice on replacing our decking. Sean was very helpful with good ideas and advice. He made a beautiful job of replacing our decking and we are delighted with it. He has also done other work for us, both large and small, to a very high standard and has always left the property clean and tidy. We would highly recommend him.”
Common questions
Do I need planning permission for decking?
In most cases no — decking under 30cm high and covering less than 50% of your garden is permitted development. We’ll flag it if your project might need permission.
How long does installation take?
A standard garden deck typically takes 1–2 days. Larger or more complex builds may take longer — we’ll give you a realistic timeline at the quote stage.
Do you supply the materials?
Yes — we source and supply everything. You just need to tell us what you want, and we handle the rest. Materials are charged at cost with no markup.
Can you repair existing decking?
Absolutely. Whether it’s a few rotten boards, loose fixings or a full structural repair, we can assess and fix it. Sometimes a repair is all you need.
What areas do you cover?
We’re based in Farnham and cover Fleet, Aldershot, Guildford, Godalming, Alton, Bordon, Farnborough and Hindhead.