Custom Deck Building
A deck designed around how you actually use your backyard, framed to handle WNY snow loads and set on footings that won't heave.
What's included
We measure your yard, talk through traffic flow and sun exposure, and design the layout around how your family actually spends time outside.
Footings are dug below the local frost line so the deck stays level through repeated freeze-thaw cycles instead of heaving.
Joist spacing and beam sizing are calculated for our regional snow-load code, not just the manufacturer's minimum spec.
We prepare the plans your municipality requires and file for the permit so the job is fully legal and inspected.
Stairs, built-in benches, planters and multi-level layouts are all things we can design into the deck from the start.
The carpentry, framing and finish work on every new deck we build is backed by our two-year workmanship warranty.
Materials
Pressure-treated lumber keeps the upfront cost down while composite and cedar trade a higher price for a different look and less annual maintenance.
From first call to done right.
Design consultation
We walk the property with you and sketch a layout that fits the space and your budget.
Written proposal and material selection
You get an itemized estimate and pick decking, railing and finish options before anything is ordered.
Permitting and site prep
We file for permits, mark utilities and prep the site while materials are staged.
Framing, decking and final inspection
We build from the footings up, pass municipal inspection, and walk the finished deck with you.
"They talked us out of a layout that would've blocked our kitchen window and suggested one that's actually better. The deck cleared its first heavy snow load without a creak."
R. Thibodeau · Clarence
Custom Deck Building FAQs
Can you build a multi-level deck on a sloped yard?
Yes, sloped lots are common around here and we regularly design multi-level decks with stairs to work around grade changes.
Do I need a permit for a new deck?
Most new deck builds in our service area require a permit, and we handle the drawings and filing as part of the project.
How far in advance should I book a build?
Spring and early summer fill up fastest, so we recommend getting a written estimate a few months ahead of when you want the work done.
Can you match an existing deck design if I'm adding on?
In most cases yes. We can extend or match an existing structure as long as the original framing is sound enough to build from.
More decks services
Start with a free estimate.
On-site visit, written quote, usually within 48 hours.