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Replacing a deck

Posted by Heather Lucy, on
I have an existing deck (wooden supports & decking) which needs replacing: should I consider using different materials? The deck needs to be raised from the ground as the property is on a hill & the ground slopes away sharply from one side of the property to the other at the rear.
Michael Tucker

Michael Tucker

Hello Heather, Why not get 3 experts to look at it free of charge. Just put you job onto this site with the same disruption above and you will then know how to proceed Regards Michael
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Carl Fellows

Carl Fellows

Hi Heather, the best way is to keep the the same decking materials. The supports may need replacing if rotten, it needs to be treated that's one thing. If the hill is on a very steep slope, for the best results for support are 3"x4" treated timber posts 18" in the ground in concrete. Then followed by concrete block pillars to give a stable support. If slope is not too steep you will just need 3"x4" treated timber. Most important, make sure that all timber frame and posts for decking are pressure treated. I hope that helps, Kind regards, Carl
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Rafal Kaczynski

Rafal Kaczynski

Dear Heather I would suggest to post job description on main website . Once you've posted a job with us and had a local tradesman quote, you should have been sent an emailed link to his profile. From here, you can read previous customer recommendations and ratings. I hope this will help Best regards Rafal
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Mark Robson

Mark Robson

Hi Helen Varying materials can be considerably expensive this is from softwood to composite The first thing to consider is how much sunlight you get on the decking The supports can be either composite or wood. All exterior wood comes treated, some better than others, so choose wisely The supports into the ground should have sleeves to help prevent rot at base level Even though the wood is pressure treated all wood should have a treatment applied once erected this helps prolong the life I am in favour of composite wood, this is the green values and the long life it has but is very budget dependent and if it is an area of entertainment it should be considered Regards Property Task
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