Lanes, banks and awkward access
Many Raglan gardens sit up a bank or down a narrow lane. Ellis plans how materials reach the garden at the first visit and builds the frame to suit the slope. The Raglan pool deck went in up a steep bank.
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Trex decking · Raglan and Monmouthshire
Decking contractor in Raglan.
Trex composite decks designed in 3D around your garden and built on a frame made to last, in Raglan and across Monmouthshire.
- 5.0 on Google, 22 reviews
- TrexPro Gold installer
- Featured by Trex UK
- GoldTrexPro installer
- 5.0On Google
- 25 to 50 yrWarranty
- 3D deck plannerFree to try online
- 12+ yearsComposite only
- Photo updatesThrough your build
Decking in Raglan
Trex composite decking designed around your Raglan garden.
Raglan, best known for its castle, sits in Monmouthshire countryside between Abergavenny, Monmouth and Usk. Gardens here are often on a slope or up a lane, and some sit well back from the road, so a deck has to be planned around the plot as much as the house.
Ellis Decks is a TrexPro Gold installer with over 12 years of fitting Trex. Ellis designs every deck in 3D around your own garden before any boards are ordered, so you see the layout and colour in place first.
Ellis is based near Abergavenny, so Raglan is close to home. He has built here before: a pool deck, rebuilt and extended after a failed first deck, with a herringbone inlay, lighting and a refitted pergola.
Local knowledge
What decking suits Raglan.
What Ellis looks at first in this part of Monmouthshire.
Pools, hot tubs and old patios
Raglan gardens often have a pool, hot tub or older patio to work around. Ellis can run a deck round a pool, extend it later for a hot tub, and cover tired slabs so the whole area is one material.
Hillside and countryside gardens
Gardens around Raglan often look out over open countryside and step or slope away from the house. Ellis designs the levels, steps and edges in the 3D render so you can see how the deck sits before you commit.
Case studyRecent Raglan project
The Raglan pool deck: rebuilt and extended.
The first deck by the pool had failed. Ellis rebuilt it, made it about four times the size and finished it with lighting, a herringbone inlay and a refitted pergola.
- The build
- Pool deck, rebuilt and extended
- Where
- Raglan, Monmouthshire
- Finishing touches
- Lighting, herringbone inlay, glass edge
Why Ellis
Why Raglan homeowners choose Ellis Decks.
Raglan homeowners usually ask how Ellis will get to the garden, whether a deck can work around a pool or patio, and who is actually doing the work.
TrexPro Gold installer
Part of Trex's own installer programme, so every deck is built to Trex's installation requirements.
Built from the frame up
Most decking problems trace back to a rushed frame. Every deck starts with groundwork and a frame built for the load. On a hillside plot that also means working out the access before the first board is ordered.
3D design before you commit
See your own garden with the deck in it, board colour and layout included, before a single board is ordered.
Photo updates as it goes
Ellis sends photos at every stage of the build, so you see what is going on even when you are at work.
How it works
How Ellis builds your deck in Raglan.
From first visit to finished deck in Raglan, it is the same person throughout.
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Visit and consultation
Tell Ellis what you want for your Raglan garden. He visits, measures up and talks it through. No pressure, no hard sell.
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Design and 3D render
A 3D render of your actual garden with your board colour and layout in place, before you commit to anything.
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Groundwork and frame
Groundwork and a frame built for the load and the slope, with drainage and access planned in before any boards go down.
- 4
Boards and finishing
Hidden fixings for a clean finish, then extras like borders, steps, inlays or lighting. Ellis walks you through the finished deck.
5.0 from 22 Google reviews
Customer photo · Google review
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Ellis and Liam did a great job with my new decking and gate. Helped out with initial design and answered any questions. Really happy with the end result. Would 100% recommend!
★★★★★Claire Rogers
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From initial engagement and enquiry to order placement and install, Ellis maintained good communication... The finished decking looks superb, and has a quality look and feel underfoot. Highly recommended.
★★★★★IG Aston
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We have worked with a number of masters of their craft. Ellis stands out amongst them. 10 out of 10.
★★★★★Jamie
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Excellent communication from start to finish. We were away for half of the fitting but Ellis took photos every day...
★★★★★Nikki Welton-Wall
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I recently had a composite decking fitted on my balcony by Ellis from Ellis Decks Ltd, and I couldn't be happier with the result. Ellis was excellent from start to finish, professional, reliable, and clearly takes great pride in his work. The workmanship is absolutely spot on, with great attention to detail and a high-quality finish. The decking has completely transformed the space and looks fantastic. I would highly recommend Ellis Decks Ltd to anyone looking for quality decking work. Thanks again, Ellis!
★★★★★Ben Witcomb
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Ellis transformed our garden from a tired overgrown area into a fantastic outdoor living space that the family absolutely love. At the heart of the garden is an amazing decked area that was designed and built using high quality materials including the stunning Trex decking that comes with a peace of mind long warranty ranging from 25 to 50 years. Throughout the project Ellis’s communication, craftsmanship and professionalism were first class. Highly recommended and 5 Star rating.
★★★★★Anthony Brown
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We are absolutely delighted with our new decking! From start to finish, Ellis was a pleasure to work with and was happy to tweak the plans as the project progressed to make sure everything was exactly as we wanted. We've never met anyone quite as passionate about decking, which made us smile, but we also have nothing but respect for his craftsmanship and skill. Both Ellis and Liam were hardworking, easy-going, and maintained excellent communication throughout the entire process. We also really appreciated the extra help with the building of our pergola! Highly recommend.
★★★★★Kerrie Martin
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We would like to thank Ellis for the advice, guidance & transformation of our dated & unsafe patio. Along with recommendations of Trex composite decking. He understood our brief and with his workforce executed it to the letter. His attention to detail was appreciated from start to finish including our choice of inlay of interconnected squares and all this was achieved within the agreed time & budget. Would highly recommend Ellis Decks, for the professional job which has been completed. We are looking forward to being able to enjoy our new decking in the near future. A big THANK YOU from S & D
★★★★★Shayne Booth
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Excellent vision, design and construction Superb workmanship and attention to detail We could not be happier with the work undertaken by Ellis and his team We would recommend Ellis Decks Ltd 100%
★★★★★Julie McEwan
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Don't make the mistake of going with the cheapest option... The installation process was smooth and Ellis couldn't have been more professional or helpful, with great attention to detail ensuring a flawless finish.
★★★★★Nick Codrington
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Ellis was very professional from start to finish. He came up with very good ideas for the design. Extremely pleased with the finished deck and railing system.
★★★★★David Hathaway
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I needed a new fence and a timber deck renewed at my property. I looked around a lot, found Ellis Decks, and through his photos I knew it was what I wanted. I had some samples of composite decking, but Ellis educated me about the differences between brands, and that Trex doesn't fade and has a proper guarantee - so although more expensive, it avoids the problems in the future. Ellis was punctual, friendly and went out of his way with his little worker Liam to make the dream a reality. Couldn't ask for a better outcome! Thank you Ellis Decks!!
★★★★★Paul Smythe
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Questions
Raglan decking FAQs.
What Raglan homeowners usually ask first.
Can you build a deck around a swimming pool?
Yes. The Raglan pool deck runs all the way round the pool, with an inlay, lighting and a glass edge. Ellis looks at the levels, the drainage and how people will move around the pool before he designs it.
Can composite decking go over an old patio?
Sometimes, but it depends on the patio. On the Raglan pool deck the slabs around the pergola did not match the new deck, so the owners had them covered in the same composite. Ellis checks the patio at the first visit before deciding.
Do I need planning permission for decking in Raglan?
Most decking does not need planning permission if it is under 30cm above ground level. A raised deck on a hillside, close to a boundary or at a listed property can need extra checks with Monmouthshire County Council, and Ellis will flag it when he visits if your project falls into that category.
Can you work on a steep or hard-to-reach garden?
Yes. The Raglan pool deck was built up a steep bank, down narrow lanes. Ellis plans the access first, then the frame and the order of work, so the build runs smoothly even when the garden is awkward to reach.
Which villages near Raglan do you cover?
Llandenny, Clytha, Llanarth, Bryngwyn and Llangwm, as well as Raglan itself. If your village is not listed, ask: Ellis will tell you whether he can reach it.
How much does composite decking cost in Raglan?
It depends on the size of the deck, the Trex range and any extras like railings or lighting. Ellis gives you an exact figure after he has seen your garden. For a breakdown, see the cost of composite decking.
How long does installation take?
Most residential decks take between 2 and 3 days once the groundwork starts. Larger or multi-level projects take longer, and Ellis will give you a realistic timeline when he quotes.
Nearby
Also covering Monmouthshire.
Ellis builds in the villages around Raglan too, including Llandenny, Clytha, Llanarth, Bryngwyn and Llangwm. See the full list of areas we cover.
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Call, message or send photos of your Raglan garden, and show Ellis how he would get to it.
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