Decking in Co. Dublin
17 businesses offering decking across Co. Dublin.
A deck is a structure that happens to have a walking surface on top, and almost every deck that fails early fails in the part you cannot see. The boards are the cheap, replaceable, visible layer; the posts, bearers and joists underneath are what decide whether the thing is still solid in ten years, whether it feels reassuring underfoot or springs slightly when someone walks across it, and whether it is quietly rotting while looking perfectly presentable. A deck built on an adequate frame with mediocre boards can be renewed. A deck with beautiful boards on an inadequate frame has to come up.
The single biggest factor in how long it lasts is air. Timber that can dry out survives; timber held against damp ground with no ventilation underneath does not, no matter what it was treated with. That means clearance beneath the joists, a route for air to move across rather than into a sealed box, and gaps between boards that let water through instead of ponding on the surface. Material choice sits on top of that rather than replacing it. Pressure-treated softwood is the common option and takes a finish; hardwood is denser, heavier and longer-lived; composite will not rot and does not need oiling, but it still needs exactly the same frame beneath it, it moves noticeably with temperature so it has to be fixed with that allowed for, and it is better described as differently maintained than maintenance-free. Fixings matter more than people expect, since corroding screws will stain and loosen boards long before the timber gives out.
Before booking, ask about the substructure rather than the boards: what the joists are, how far apart they are spaced, what the deck bears onto at ground level, and how much clearance and ventilation there will be underneath. If the deck meets the house, ask how it is being detailed there, because that junction is where water gets held against a wall. A raised deck can have planning implications depending on its height and what it overlooks, so check with your local authority before building rather than after. Cost follows the area, how far the ground falls away beneath it, the material, and whether there is balustrade and stepping.
Decking in Co. Dublin
Central Landscaping and Paving
Lucan, Co. Dublin
Skilled in all aspects of landscaping, including paving, decking, carpentry, masonry and stone work, our dedicated craftsmen can handle any project. The complete green solution for urban, suburban and rural landscape design.
Chisel on Carpentry & Construction
Dublin City, Co. Dublin
Fully insured & highly skilled carpentry & construction company servicing Dublin & surrounding areas. Covers all aspects of carpentry & construction from commercial & residential.
Clarke's Carpentry Services
Swords, Co. Dublin
Based in Drogheda, Clarke's Carpentry Services carries out fitted furniture, interior carpentry and garden projects across Louth, Meath and Dublin. The family-run business designs and builds TV media wall units, under stairs storage, alcove units and wardrobes, along with wall panelling, stairs renovation, skirting boards and doors and floors. Garden work includes pergolas, side access and decking. The team also handles attic conversions. They work closely with customers, discussing design and materials during a visit and preparing a quotation after taking measurements.
Doherty Flooring
Blanchardstown, Co. Dublin
Suppliers & installers of wood flooring, carpets, composite decking and cladding in Dublin and surrounding areas.
Dun Laoghaire Landscaping Services
Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin
Dun Laoghaire Landscaping Services offers garden services across Dublin, Dalkey, Killiney, Glenageary, Monkstown, Blackrock and surrounding areas. With over 20 years of experience, the team provides client-centred and practical garden design. Their work includes patios, paving, stone walls, block work, fencing, gates, lawns, decking, planting and garden maintenance. They also offer advice on choosing materials, plants and trees, and have a portfolio of their landscaping projects on their website.
Garden Space
Swords, Co. Dublin
Landscape gardening and construction company specializing in driveways, patios, decking, house extensions, renovations, garden maintenance, and more.
Greenseed Landscapes
Rathmines, Co. Dublin
Landscape design and building company offering garden design, building, and maintenance services. Portfolio includes residential projects with fencing, decking, paving, planting, and lawn work.
HomeZone Garden
Dublin City, Co. Dublin
Groundworks, paving, artificial grass, flower beds, lighting, garden rooms — one trusted team from start to finish. No subcontractors, only experienced specialists. Serving Dublin, Kildare, Wicklow, Meath & Louth.
Landscapers Dublin
Dublin City, Co. Dublin
Landscapers Dublin provides landscaping services for residential and commercial properties across Dublin. The company offers a 10-year guarantee on all projects and uses quality materials. Services include garden design, paving, decking, artificial grass, turfing, drainage, groundworks, and more. They provide free estimates and work with clients to schedule site visits at convenient times.
Landscapes.ie
Clontarf, Co. Dublin
Landscape design, construction and maintenance company based in Clontarf, Dublin, serving North Dublin and beyond.
Local Gardeners Dublin
Dublin City, Co. Dublin
Professional gardening services, garden maintenance, hedge trimming, lawn care, tree surgery, roof cleaning, gutter cleaning, and power washing throughout Dublin and surrounding counties.
MZ Carpentry & Construction
Lucan, Co. Dublin
MZ Carpentry & Construction, run by Marcin Zawila, handles complete home renovations across Dublin and Leinster. The company covers bathrooms, extensions, joinery, and retrofitting, with all trades managed in-house under Marcin's direct supervision. Services include carpentry and joinery, plastering and partitions, extensions and conversions, garden and outdoor work, and retrofitting and insulation. Marcin holds certification from Engineers Ireland in Retrofitting and Energy Efficiency and is a certified Baumit installer. The company follows a four-stage process: consultation, design and quote, build, and handover, providing fixed-price quotations and a dedicated point of contact throughout.
Oakwood Landscaping Dublin
Dublin City, Co. Dublin
Dublin’s Trusted Experts in Landscaping & Driveways. We specialise in designing, building, and maintaining outdoor spaces, offering services including garden design, turf laying, artificial grass installation, fencing, pergolas, lawn care, and complete garden makeovers.
Orby Landscaping
Rush, Co. Dublin
Orby Landscaping offers a comprehensive range of garden services including design, construction, and maintenance. Located in Rush, north Co Dublin, serving domestic, commercial and residential customers across the Leinster area and beyond since 1998.
Pergolas Decking and Fencing
Dublin City, Co. Dublin
Specialist in pergolas, decking, and fencing, creating custom outdoor living spaces for homes and businesses.
Premier Gardens
Dublin City, Co. Dublin
Premier Gardens offers a range of landscaping services for homes and businesses in Dublin, including pressure washing for driveways and patios, garden clearances, and lawn care. They provide hedge trimming and regular hedge maintenance, as well as fencing installation in various styles. The company also specialises in garden design for small, roof, urban, and suburban spaces, and offers turfing for instant lawns. Their services extend to tree removal and general garden maintenance, with a focus on ecologically sound and long-lasting gardens.
Tully Landscapes
Swords, Co. Dublin
Tully Landscapes, based in Dublin, offers a complete range of landscaping services for private and commercial clients across Ireland. Their work spans full garden design and build, including natural stone paving, decking, stonework, walls, turf and seeded lawns, tree and shrub planting, and driveway design and construction. The company's garden design process begins with an on-site briefing, followed by a full survey and assessment of the site, covering drainage, levels, soil type, orientation, and existing features. From there, a concept plan is developed and refined into a detailed proposal with planting plans, hard landscape working drawings, and work schedules.
Common questions
Composite or timber?
Composite does not rot, does not need oiling and holds its colour, which is why people choose it, and the honest counterweight is that it costs more up front, moves with temperature so it must be fitted with expansion allowed for, and can get uncomfortably warm in direct sun. Timber costs less, can be sanded and refinished when it looks tired, and looks like timber because it is. Both need the same frame underneath, so the choice is about the surface and your appetite for maintenance rather than about how long the structure lasts.
Why does my deck bounce when I walk on it?
Almost always because the joists are spanning too far between supports, or are spaced too widely apart, for the size of timber used. It is a frame problem rather than a board problem, which is why relaying the boards changes nothing. It can sometimes be improved by adding intermediate support or noggins underneath, if there is access to get in there. It is worth taking seriously rather than living with, because deflection loosens fixings over time.
How long should a deck last?
There is no single answer, because the biggest variable is not the material but whether the structure can dry out. A well-ventilated deck with clearance underneath, laid so water drains through rather than sitting, and built with fixings that do not corrode, lasts a great deal longer than the same materials built tight to damp ground. Ask anyone quoting what the clearance and airflow underneath will be, and treat a vague answer as informative.
Do I need planning permission to build a deck?
It depends on the specifics, particularly how high it is raised and whether it overlooks neighbouring property, and it is not something to assume either way from what someone did down the road. Your local authority planning office is the place to confirm it for your site, and asking before the work is a short conversation while asking afterwards may not be. A ground-level deck and a raised platform with a view over a neighbouring garden are very different propositions.
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