South Shields
From the larger houses around Westoe to Harton's semis and the streets near the seafront, South Shields decks face wind, salt and, in older yards, poor drainage.
Local notes
Decks here are often built over old yards or onto ground that holds water. When a deck feels soft or stains at the edges, the cause is usually underneath.
What we see
What you see
Dark marks near the house and puddles that don't clear.
Why it happens
No fall across the deck, and an old yard drain covered over.
How we fix it
Lift the affected boards, reinstate the drainage, add a slight fall and refit.
What you see
Boards that click or move underfoot.
Why it happens
Screws into joists that have started to soften in the damp.
How we fix it
Replace soft timber, add joist tape, and refit with new clips.
Checklist
| Item | What we're looking for |
|---|---|
| Drainage | Water has somewhere to go |
| Joists | Sound, taped and clear of wet ground |
| Fixings | Stainless near the coast |
Q&A
Most likely a soft joist or a post that has sunk. We'll look at photos first and tell you what it'll take.
Yes. We'll keep the deck's look appropriate and check whether anything raised needs permission.
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