Decking
Decking in Kirkcaldy
Homes in Kirkcaldy
Kirkcaldy is a coastal town on the Firth of Forth, and its housing runs from sandstone Victorian villas and tenements to more recent homes. If you would like to step straight out of the house onto a deck, the photo on this page shows that layout: composite decking we laid right up against a house. Built in that spot, a deck still needs air moving underneath it and a slight fall so rainwater runs off rather than lying on the boards.
What matters for decking in Kirkcaldy
Before anything is built, decide roughly how high the deck will sit. Raised decking can need planning permission, so the height is worth settling early rather than once the work has started. After that, the job comes down to getting the structure right, with space for air below and a gentle fall across the surface. When you ask for a quote, tell us the rough size you want, whether it should be raised, and where it will meet the house.
- Settle the height early, as a raised deck can need planning permission.
- Space is left underneath so air can move through.
- The surface is laid with a slight fall so rain runs off.
- We also fit garden access features alongside decking.
- We are a registered waste carrier as well as fully insured.
Questions about decking in Kirkcaldy
Can decking go right up against my house in Kirkcaldy?
It can. The photo on this page shows composite decking we laid against a house. Wherever it sits, the deck needs airflow underneath and a gentle fall across the top so water clears away.
Will I need planning permission for a raised deck?
It can be needed for raised decking, which is why the height is worth checking before you commit to a design. Mention the height you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
Are you insured for decking work?
Yes, we are fully insured, and we are also a registered waste carrier.