Hardwood and composite decks, including elevated and coastal decks, built as part of an outdoor living space.
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A deck on the Mornington Peninsula has to cope with salt air off the bay, wet winters and summer sun that can bake an unshaded board. We build on solid foundations. That means concrete pier footings, H4 treated or galvanised steel posts where they meet the ground, and H3 treated pine or steel subframes set out with the right joist spacing for your chosen boards. Joist protection tape goes on top of each timber joist before decking is laid, so water doesn't sit in the fixing holes and rot the frame from the inside.
Board choice depends on where you live and how you use the space. Spotted gum, blackbutt and merbau all suit the Peninsula, and some species perform better in bushfire-prone areas where your block's BAL rating limits what we can use. Close to the water at places like Rye, Sorrento or Mount Martha, we fix boards with 316 marine-grade stainless screws because standard galvanised fixings can stain and corrode in salt spray. If you'd rather skip the oiling, capped composite boards hold their colour and won't splinter under bare feet.
Most of our decks are part of a bigger outdoor plan. A raised deck off the living room might step down to a paved courtyard, wrap around a pool, or sit under a roof so you can use it through the cooler months. We often build decks alongside pergolas and outdoor structures and handle pool landscaping on the same job, so the levels, drainage and finishes all line up.
From soil checks and footings to the final coat of decking oil
We measure the area, take levels off your floor height and check the ground conditions. Sandy coastal soils and reactive clay need different footing depths, so we work this out before anything is ordered. We also look at your BAL rating and whether the deck height or boundary distance means a building permit is needed.
We dig and pour concrete pier footings, then stand posts on galvanised stirrups or set steel posts. Bearers and joists go on at the spacing your boards need, and every joist is checked for level and straightness. Joist tape is applied along the top of each timber joist to shed water away from the screw holes.
Boards are laid with consistent gaps so water drains and the timber can move with the seasons. We pre-drill hardwood ends to stop splitting and use stainless screws or hidden clip systems depending on the look you want. Picture frame borders, step nosings and fascia boards are cut and fitted to finish the edges cleanly.
Hardwood decks are sanded to remove mill marks, then coated with a penetrating decking oil to slow greying and moisture uptake. We check every board and screw, clear the site and walk you through how to care for your deck. Composite decks get a clean down and a check of the expansion gaps.
Solid construction that handles salt air, rain and everyday use
Marine-grade fixings, treated or steel posts and a ventilated subframe help protect your deck from the corrosion and rot that ruin poorly built coastal decks. You spend less time chasing rusted screws and soft boards. The structure stays solid long after the surface needs its next coat of oil.
A deck built level with your back door turns a sloping or soggy yard into somewhere you can actually sit. Add a roof or pergola and you can use it on cool, showery days too. It becomes the spot for morning coffee, kids' play and summer barbecues.
Correct board spacing lets leaves and water fall through instead of sitting on the surface and turning slippery. Choosing the right hardwood species or a capped composite means less splintering around pools and bare feet. Your regular care comes down to a sweep, a wash and an occasional re-oil.
We know the difference between building a deck in salt spray at Sorrento and on a bush block in the hinterland. We match fixings, timber species and construction details to your exposure and BAL rating. That keeps your deck compliant and long-lasting.
Sandy coastal ground and reactive clay move differently with wet winters and dry summers. We check your soil and size the footings to suit. That helps stop the bouncing, sagging and uneven boards you see on rushed builds.
Our crew also builds retaining walls, paving, pergolas and outdoor kitchens. Your deck can tie into the rest of the yard without juggling separate trades. Levels, drainage and finishes are planned together from day one.
Joist tape, pre-drilled hardwood, consistent board gaps and proper subfloor ventilation don't show in photos. These details make the biggest difference to how long your deck lasts. We do them on every job because we know what fails when they're skipped.
Common questions answered
Both work well when they are installed properly. Hardwood like spotted gum looks natural and handles foot traffic, but it needs regular oiling to slow greying in salt air and sun. Capped composite holds its colour with little upkeep, though it can feel warmer underfoot in full sun, so we look at your orientation and shade before recommending one.
It depends on how much sun, rain and salt spray your deck cops. A north-facing deck near the water will weather faster than a shaded deck inland around Red Hill or Main Ridge. A good sign it's due is when water stops beading on the surface and the boards start to look dry and grey.
The main factors are the size, the height off the ground, the board material and how many steps or levels are involved. Sloping blocks, rocky or sandy ground and bushfire rating requirements can all change the footing and material choices. We give you an itemised quote after a site visit so you can see where the money goes.
Some decks need a building permit in Victoria, depending on their height, size and how close they are to boundaries or a pool. Decks around pools also have to work with your pool barrier rules. We check this during the site visit and let you know what applies before work starts.
Often, yes. If the footings and subframe are still sound, we can replace rotten or split boards, swap rusted fixings for stainless and re-sand and oil the surface. If we find soft joists or sinking posts, we'll show you and explain whether a partial or full rebuild makes more sense.
We provide Decking throughout the Mornington Peninsula, VIC and surrounding suburbs.
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