Deck & Porch Building
An old deck that flexes when you walk on it, a porch that's never been built, or railings that don't meet code aren't things to live with — they're outdoor living space you're not using. We build decks and porches on properly sized footings and framing, with material and railing options that match your house and your budget.
General liability & workers' comp coverage
Restoration work to IICRC standards
On our labor; excludes normal wear and tear
Flexible plans on approved credit
What a deck or porch project includes
- Site evaluation, grading check, and footing layout sized to local code
- New deck construction in pressure-treated lumber or composite decking
- Covered and uncovered porch construction, including roof framing where applicable
- Code-compliant railing systems: wood, metal baluster, or cable rail
- Stair construction with proper rise, run, and handrail attachment
- Ledger board attachment and flashing to prevent water intrusion at the house
- Deck staining, sealing, and refinishing for existing structures
- Permit pulling and inspection scheduling for all attached structures
Process note: footings, framing, and flashing first
The decking boards and railings are what you see, but the footings, joist spacing, and ledger flashing are what keep the structure safe for decades. We size footings to your soil conditions and the deck's span before a single board goes down, and we flash every point where new framing meets the existing house.
- 1Site visit to assess grading, existing structure, and design options
- 2Design and material selection, permit application, and engineering where required
- 3Footings poured and inspected, then framing and ledger attachment
- 4Decking, railing, and stair installation
- 5Final staining or sealing, cleanup, and final inspection sign-off
Why homeowners choose us for outdoor structures
Built on footings sized for your soil and span
Ledger flashing done right, every time
Fully insured, permitted, and inspected
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FAQs about this service
Should I build with pressure-treated wood or composite decking?
Pressure-treated wood costs less upfront and looks great when maintained, but it needs re-staining every two to three years. Composite costs more initially but doesn't need staining, resists rot and splintering, and holds its color longer. We'll walk you through both against your budget and how much upkeep you want to do.
Do I need a permit for a new deck or porch?
Most jurisdictions in NC and VA require a permit for any deck attached to the house or elevated more than a step or two off grade, including footing inspections. We pull the permit, schedule inspections, and build to current code for footings, ledger attachment, and railing height — this isn't optional if you plan to sell the house later.
Can you repair or rebuild an existing deck instead of starting over?
Often. If the framing and footings are sound but the decking boards, railings, or stairs have failed, we can replace those and leave the structure. If the ledger board attachment is unsafe or the framing is undersized or rotted, rebuilding from the frame up is the safer and usually more cost-effective path — we'll tell you which situation you're in.
How long does a typical deck project take?
A standard attached deck runs one to two weeks once permitting is approved, depending on size, railing style, and whether we're adding stairs or a roof structure over a porch. Permit review timelines vary by county and can add one to three weeks before we break ground.
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Exterior Painting & Staining
Pressure Washing
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Ready to build outdoor space you'll actually use?
We'll walk the site, talk through materials and layout, and give you a fixed-price, permitted proposal.