Solid underfoot
Correct joist spacing and proper bearing points mean no bounce, no creak and no sag later.
Bolton & Greater Manchester
Timber and composite deckingin Bolton, framed to staylevel and solid underfoot
Raised and ground-level decks built on a properly supported, ventilated frame, in treated timber or low-maintenance composite. Fixed price and a 10-year workmanship guarantee.
10 years in business · 10-year workmanship guarantee · £2m public liability cover
10 years
Working across Bolton as Greenerlawn
10-year
Workmanship guarantee
£2 million
Public liability cover
One team
In-house, no subcontractors
Fixed price
Free site visit, price that holds
Overview
What good decking is actually made of
The boards are the part you see and the least important part of the job. What decides whether a deck still feels solid in year eight is the frame: joist spacing, the posts or bases carrying it, how it is fixed back to any wall, and whether air can move underneath.
We build ground-level decks, raised decks and small platforms, in treated softwood or composite board. Both sit on the same standard of frame: the difference is upkeep and cost, not structure.
Because we also do the groundwork, a deck can be tied into paving, artificial grass, steps and sleeper edging as one job, with levels resolved before the frame goes down.
Who it is for, and when
- Level seating areas over sloping or awkward ground
- Raised decks off a back door or garden room
- Low-maintenance alternatives to timber, in composite
- Replacing a soft, flexing or rotten old deck
- Platforms for hot tubs, seating or garden buildings
- Decks combined with paving and artificial lawn
What it costs to ignore
Why decks go soft, bouncy and slippery
Most failed decks fail from underneath. Joists spaced too far apart give that springy feel underfoot and eventually sag. Frames sitting directly on soil, or boxed in so tightly that no air moves, hold moisture against the timber and rot from the hidden side, long before the visible surface looks worn.
Fixings matter as much. Nailed boards work loose and lift; untreated cut ends draw water in; and a frame not properly restrained where it meets a wall or a step will move seasonally until the joints open.
Then there is grip. Smooth timber in a shaded garden grows algae and becomes genuinely dangerous in wet weather. That is a specification and drainage question, not something to be solved with a jet wash twice a year.
Common mistakes we get called out to fix
- Joists spaced too widely, giving a bouncy, flexing deck
- Frames in direct contact with soil, with no ventilation gap
- Nails instead of proper screws and fixings
- Cut ends left untreated so water gets into the timber
- No fall or gap detail, so water sits on the boards
- Choosing smooth boards for a deep-shade, north-facing garden
Our process
How we run a decking job
The same sequence every time, so you know what is happening and when.
Step 1
Free site visit
We check ground conditions, levels, door thresholds, drainage and access, and talk through timber against composite.
Step 2
Fixed-price quote
One written price covering ground preparation, frame, boards, fixings, steps, balustrade where needed and waste removal.
Step 3
Ground preparation
Area cleared, levels set, and solid bearing points or bases formed so the frame is carried properly rather than resting on soil.
Step 4
Frame construction
Treated frame built to correct joist spacing, restrained where it meets walls or steps, with a ventilation gap kept underneath.
Step 5
Boards, steps and edges
Boards laid with consistent gaps and screw lines, cut ends treated, steps and fascia detailed, balustrade fitted where required.
Step 6
Clean down and handover
Deck swept off, offcuts and waste away, and we walk it with you. Balance due on completion with your 10-year workmanship guarantee.
What you get
The difference it makes
Levels sorted
A deck gives you a flat, usable area over ground that would otherwise need heavy cut, fill and retaining.
Timber or composite
Treated softwood for warmth and value, or composite for a low-maintenance surface that does not need annual treating.
Built to breathe
Ventilation kept under the frame and cut ends treated, which is what stops rot starting where you cannot see it.
Detailed properly
Consistent board gaps, straight screw lines, treated cuts and neat fascias and steps.
Part of one garden
Tied into paving, artificial grass, sleeper edging and fencing by the same team.
In detail
Timber against composite, frames and level changes
How we specify a deck that is still tight and level years later.
Treated timber decking
Pressure-treated softwood is the cost-effective choice and has a warmth that composite cannot quite match. It does ask something of you: an occasional clean and a re-treat to keep the colour and shed water, otherwise it silvers off and roughens.
Grooved or textured profiles help with grip in shade. Whatever the profile, every cut end gets treated before fixing, because that raw end grain is where water gets into the timber.
Composite decking
Composite boards cost more up front and give it back in upkeep: no annual treating, no splinters, stable colour and better grip when wet. They suit shaded gardens, family use and anyone who does not want a maintenance job every spring.
Composite is less forgiving of a poor frame. It needs the manufacturer's joist spacing, correct expansion gaps at ends and edges, and the right clips or screws; get those wrong and boards distort or squeak.
Frames, ventilation and drainage
The frame is built to the board's required joist spacing, carried on solid bearing points rather than sitting on soil, and kept clear of the ground so air can move under it. Where a deck meets the house it stays clear of damp-proof course level.
Water needs to run off and away. Board gaps and a slight fall handle the surface; underneath, the ground is prepared so a deck is not sitting over a puddle for eight months of the year.
Steps, balustrade and raised decks
Raised decks need steps with even risers and, at height, a balustrade that is properly fixed rather than pinned on at the end. Consistent risers are the difference between steps that feel safe in the dark and steps you learn to be careful on.
Fascia boards and neat corner detailing finish the edges so the structure underneath is closed in without sealing off the airflow it needs.
Guaranteed, insured,
fixed price
The same terms on every job, domestic or commercial. Read more about how we work.
- 10-year workmanship guarantee
- On all work we carry out. Exact exclusions: Not Provided.
- 10-year grass guarantee
- The manufacturer guarantee on the grass, passed straight on to you.
- £2 million public liability
- Full cover in place on every job we carry out.
- Clear payment terms
- 25% deposit to book your slot, balance on completion. Quotes and site visits are free.
Common questions
Decking questions,
answered straight
Anything not covered here, ask Shaun Brickell directly on 07757 559036.
How much does decking cost in Bolton?
It depends on area, height, whether you choose timber or composite, and how much ground preparation, steps or balustrade the job needs. We price on site, the quote is free, and the price is fixed.
Timber or composite, which should I pick?
Timber costs less and looks warmer but needs cleaning and re-treating. Composite costs more up front, needs no treating, keeps its colour and grips better when wet. Shaded gardens and busy families usually do better with composite.
How long does a deck take to build?
A straightforward ground-level deck is typically a couple of days. Raised decks, steps and balustrade take longer, and the expected duration is in your quote.
Can you replace an existing rotten deck?
Yes. We strip it out, take the waste away and check what is underneath, usually the frame and ventilation are the reason it failed, so both get put right rather than re-boarded over.
Will decking be slippery in winter?
Not if it is specified and drained properly. We use textured or composite boards in shaded positions and make sure water runs off the surface and away from under the frame.
What guarantee comes with the work?
A 10-year guarantee on our workmanship, and we carry £2 million public liability cover on every job.
How do payments work?
A 25% deposit secures your slot and covers materials. The balance is due on completion, once you have seen the finished job and you are happy with it.
Which areas do you cover?
We work across Bolton, Horwich, Westhoughton, Farnworth, Kearsley, Little Lever, Blackrod, Bury, Radcliffe, Atherton, Chorley and the wider Greater Manchester area.
Often done at the same time
Fencing Installation
Security, privacy and decorative timber fencing, with posts dug to a proper depth and the line pulled straight. Fixed prices and a 10-year workmanship guarantee.
Timber Borders, Raised Beds & Planters
Sleeper edging, raised planting beds and made-to-measure planter boxes, built on site in treated timber and lined and drained so they last rather than rot from the inside.
Garden Makeovers & Transformations
Lawn, paving, borders, fencing and planting handled as a single job with a single fixed price. No juggling three trades, no gaps between them, and no half-finished garden left over the winter.
Also see our homepage and the areas we cover across Bolton and Greater Manchester.
Free quote
Get a fixed price for your
decking in Bolton
Tell us roughly what you are after and we will arrange a time to come and look. No charge for the visit, no charge for the quote, and no pressure afterwards.
- Phone
- 07757 559036
- Opening hours
- Open 7 days, 7:30am – 6:30pm
10 years in business · £2m public liability cover · 10-year workmanship guarantee