Ashhurst sits at the western end of the Manawatū Gorge, about 15 minutes out of Palmerston North, and anyone who lives there knows the wind. A deck in Ashhurst needs to be built for it, from how it is fixed and braced to where you put the screening.
Ashhurst is part of our regular Palmerston North and Manawatū patch. Free on-site quote, a fixed written price, and the same person quoting and building.
The gorge funnels wind through Ashhurst, so we pay extra attention to the things that hold a deck together. That means piles set to the right depth, bracing on raised decks, and stainless or hot-dip galvanised fixings throughout. Anything attached to the deck, like screens, balustrades or a pergola, is fixed into the structure properly rather than just the boards.
On an exposed site, the difference between a deck you use and one you avoid is often a well-placed screen. A slatted timber screen on the windward side cuts the wind without making the deck feel boxed in, and can block a neighbour's view at the same time. We plan screening into the deck from the start.
Ashhurst has older homes near the village centre, newer builds on the edges of town, and lifestyle properties around it. Older homes often suit a timber deck set to an original door height. Newer homes often suit composite. Rural properties usually want something bigger.
Ashhurst is part of Palmerston North City, so any consent or district plan question goes to Palmerston North City Council. Most ground-level decks do not need consent. See the deck consent guide.
Decks we build in Ashhurst most often:
Pricing in Ashhurst is the same as anywhere else we work. As a rough guide:
| Decking | Indicative installed price | Example: 20m² ground-level deck |
|---|---|---|
| H3.2 treated pine | $300 – $550 per m² | $6,000 – $11,000 |
| Kwila & hardwood | $450 – $850 per m² | $9,000 – $17,000 |
| Composite | $550 – $1,000 per m² | $11,000 – $20,000 |
These are indicative ranges only, not a quote. They are a rough guide based on typical New Zealand deck pricing, set deliberately wide. Height off the ground, ground conditions, access, board and fixing choice, stairs, balustrade, removal of an old deck and whether consent is needed all move the final number, sometimes a long way. The only price that counts is the fixed written price we give you after measuring up on site. Prices include GST.
See the full deck cost guide for stairs, balustrades and raised decks.
We recently engaged Guy from Rowdy Builders to repair a wooden fence blown over in strong winds, and construct a medium size deck at our property.
From the outset, Guy was professional, approachable, and communicated extremely well, keeping us updated on progress and ensuring we knew what to expect at each stage of the project. The quality of workmanship was outstanding.
The fence repairs were completed to a high standard, and the new deck has completely transformed our outdoor area. It is clear that Guy takes pride in his work and pays attention to detail, delivering a finished product that exceeded our expectations.
We are extremely pleased with the result and would not hesitate to recommend Guy and Rowdy Builders to anyone looking for reliable, skilled tradespeople who deliver what they promise.
We couldn’t be happier with the work from Guy at Rowdy Builders. From start to finish, he was friendly, professional and incredibly organised.
He coordinated all aspects of the work, including arranging the additional trades required, and kept us well informed throughout the entire process.
Everything was handled smoothly and professionally, and the end result was fantastic. We would highly recommend Rowdy Builders to anyone looking for quality workmanship and an stress-free experience
We recently had Guy and his ream construct a roof over the deck of our new house.
He was pleasant and punctual on the site visit and made a number of suggestions on how it could be achieved.
His quote was very reasonable and his timeline was stuck to.
We are very happy with the result and recommend him to anyone looking for a similar job.
Yes. Ashhurst is part of our regular patch along with Palmerston North and Feilding. On-site quotes are free.
Properly braced and fixed structure, stainless or galvanised fixings, and screens, balustrades and pergolas fixed into the frame rather than just the boards. We also plan screens on the windward side so you can actually use the deck.
Palmerston North City Council. Most ground-level decks do not need a building consent.
Yes. Slatted timber screens are one of the most common extras we build in Ashhurst.
Yes. The measure and written quote are free in Ashhurst, the same as in Palmerston North.
As well as Ashhurst, we build decks across Palmerston North, Kelvin Grove, Feilding, Aokautere and the rest of Palmerston North, Feilding and the Manawatū. See all our deck building.
Free on-site quote. Fixed price in writing within 48 hours.
