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Garden carpentry — Carpenter and joiner
Describe the feature, its dimensions and how it will be used, with photographs of the site and access route. Mention soil contact, exposure and changes in level so the carpenter can distinguish a decorative screen from a structure needing foundations or additional design input.
Service scope
Timber carpentry for specified outdoor features such as screens, planters, modest garden structures and decking components. Exposure, ground contact and structural function affect material selection; not every outdoor timber product is suitable for every garden application.
What is normally included
- Specified outdoor timber features
- Repair of agreed garden joinery
- Fitting of suitable exterior timber components
What is not included
- Unassessed structural or elevated-deck design
- Electrical, drainage or groundwork outside the agreed package
Typical tasks
- Survey the garden feature and location
- Define use and exposure conditions
- Select the specified timber and hardware
- Build or repair the agreed feature
- Review finish, drainage interfaces and maintenance information
What to include in your brief
- Feature sketch and dimensions
- Site and access photographs
- Intended use and loading
- Ground-contact and exposure conditions
- Finish and maintenance preferences
Choosing the right professional
Compare material specifications and durability suitability rather than the appearance of new timber alone. Ask who owns foundations, stability and any raised-edge protection, and how the feature's environment affects the selected timber and fixings.
Important considerations
- Unsuitable exterior timber can deteriorate prematurely
- Raised or load-bearing features may require structural assessment
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