Boundaries and outdoor living

Deck Repairs, Maintenance & Building in Perth

Ageing, lifting or warped deck boards need checking before a fresh coat of oil. We assess deck repairs, maintenance and restoration in Perth, as well as new timber or composite decks, stairs and balustrades.

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What needs attention?

Choose the closest match to see the repair considerations and details.

What we check on site

Repair deck boards before deciding on oiling

Splintering boards and screws lifting in an entertaining area need board and fixing checks. Keep people off unstable areas. A surface oil does not repair loose connections or hidden decay, even when only a small patch is visibly affected.

Deck structure and safety

Movement, deteriorated posts or beams, loose balustrades and problems at the house connection can be structural concerns. Visible boards do not reveal the full support condition. Appropriate assessment is needed before loading or repairing an unstable deck.

Repair before coating

Damaged boards and fixings should be assessed before oiling so preparation does not conceal an unresolved defect. Coating suitability depends on timber and existing finish. Agree repair, cleaning, preparation and the selected finish as distinct work items.

We check the deck height, balustrades, footings and structural connections, and confirm the design and approvals before construction.

Service scope and quote details

Build a deck or replace damaged boards

Loose boards, splinters or damaged decking sections

We inspect the affected deck boards and accessible supports before recommending repairs. We explain which boards and fixings need work and identify any structural investigation separately from surface maintenance.

Refinishing the deck or building a new one

Surface maintenance depends on the timber and existing coating. A new deck also involves layout, supports and construction requirements. We confirm the retained structure and the work included so maintenance and new construction are not mixed in one vague brief.

What Affects the Quote?

Deck area, timber choice, supports, board replacement, preparation and finishing affect the quote. For maintenance, we quote the board repairs, surface preparation and selected coating required for the existing deck. The installed-deck rate shown below relates to new construction, rather than a maintenance or oiling quote.

Timber deck repairs, sanding and oiling case

Discuss deck work

Discuss the job with our Perth team

Tell us your suburb, what needs attention and any access arrangements.

Our deck repair work

Timber deck repair, sanding and oiling

The deck boards were ageing, lifting and warped. We repaired the damaged and warped boards, sanded the timber and applied Cabot’s Natural Decking Oil.

The work is complete and the deck has a refreshed appearance. The customer was pleased with the result.

See the deck repair and refinishing case

Timber deck surface prepared for refinishing with tools on site — Deck surface preparation from our project gallery

Deck Builders service guide

Deck Builders: Common Questions

What should I send about an existing deck?

Tell us your suburb, the approximate deck area and where boards are damaged, lifting or moving. Photos of the whole deck and the affected area are useful but optional. Mention previous coatings if known; we assess the timber, fixings and accessible supports before confirming repairs and a suitable finish.

Can a few rotten deck boards be replaced without rebuilding the deck?

A few boards may be replaceable where the supporting structure is sound and suitable matching timber is available. We inspect boards, fixings and support before agreeing repairs. Movement, sagging or extensive rot calls for a broader assessment rather than surface maintenance alone.

What details help plan a new deck?

Describe the intended use, approximate footprint, height above ground and preferred timber or composite material. Site levels, access, stairs and the house connection help define the build scope.

When does a deck repair need structural assessment?

Movement, decayed supports, loose balustrades or affected house connections need more than a board repair. Keep people off unsafe areas. We identify the appropriate qualified assessment and any engineering or approval requirements for the scope.

Should damaged boards be addressed before oiling?

Yes. Tell us where boards or screws have lifted and avoid an unstable area. We check the timber, fixings and supports before agreeing repairs. Oiling cannot restore structural support or stop a loose board moving; surface preparation and coating follow any required repairs.

Service details

Plan deck dimensions, levels, materials and connection points
Build framing, decking, stairs and edge details to an agreed scope
Replace deteriorated boards or components after checking the supporting structure

Site assessment and enquiry details

Site measurements, height above ground and intended use
Photos of access, ground conditions and the house connection
Material preference and any existing drawings or approvals

Tell us the outdoor area and how you want to use the deck. We measure the site, assess supports and access, and confirm the deck design, approval requirements, installation scope and quote. Existing photos and approximate measurements are optional; email safely taken images to handyman.maintenance.au@outlook.com if available.

Service pricing

Service price range

Ellis Services Group service price range

A$190–$630per m², installed deck; material dependent

We provide a written quote after an on-site assessment of the property, materials, access and agreed scope of work. Contact our team to arrange your assessment.

We set out the pricing basis, fees and included work in your written quote so you can see the scope of the job.

Perth metropolitan service area

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Perth CBD & Inner Suburbs North Perth & Stirling Joondalup & Northern Suburbs South Perth & Canning Fremantle & Coastal South Eastern Suburbs, Midland & Swan Cockburn, Rockingham & Southern Corridor Western Suburbs & Swanbourne Perth Hills, Mundaring & Kalamunda

Guides & repair examples

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Enquire about this service

Tell us what needs fixing, where the property is and any access details. We will discuss the job directly with you.