Deck Builders in Pickering & Durham Region, ON

How much a deck build costs depends on how elaborate your deck plans are and what material you use. It all depends on the size of the deck, layout, materials selected, and the stairs and railings you choose. Contact us for a free estimate and consultation to see what your project may cost and ways to suit your budget.

It is cheaper to repair your deck if possible, depending on the condition. Consider options for deck resurfacing, repair, or restoration, before deciding that you need a full deck replacement. Our contractors can meet with you and give you an honest opinion as to if your deck can be repaired or needs to be replaced. Sanding, powerwashing, staining, and sealing can often restore your deck. 

On average the cost to build a deck should range between $30 and $60 a square foot depending on the type of deck material chosen. This include your deck materials, hardware and support system. Using pressure treated lumber versus composite can greatly impact the cost of your deck. We can review with you the benefits of using different deck materials and can provide you with comparable quotes for options. 

If your deck has rot, replacing damaged boards and then sanding, washing, staining, and sealing may be able to restore your deck. Depending on the amount of rot, it may be able to be repaired. The need to replace rotten boards will be necessary but that can be much less expensive then building an entire new deck.

On average the cost to build a 20 x20 deck should range from $13,000 and $24,000 depending how intricite the design, materials and railings used, and what your contractor is charging for labour. A new deck adds value to your home and often paying more for a deck build up front can lower the long term costs and amount of maintenance your deck will need by using composite material.

A deck needs to be 1.2 meters from a property line in Ontario. It also requires a 3 meter setback and more if it is next to open space.

Yes, you can repair and refinish your deck if it needs new staining or refinishing. Usually this process involves replacing any damaged areas, sanding and power washing, and removing existing sealant or stain. We can then restain or reseal your deck. A deck can be refinished and does not always need to be replaced. We do offer services for this.

A deck can be a good way to add value to your home or add interest to potential buyers, especially if you already have a deck that needs replaced and looks tired. If you plan on selling and simply need to have your deck refinished or repaired, then we do that as well. If you plan on building a new deck before selling then consider using pressure treated lumber to keep costs down while still creating sales appeal.

There are a range of materials that you can use to build your deck that will offer different price points for keeping your project within budget. Using pressure treated lumber is a lower cost material that you can use to construct your deck while composite is long lasting but can be much more expensive. Once we determine the size of your deck and create drawings, we can quote both materials and you can decide based on your budget and how the materials differ in aftercare which one may be right for you.

If you are building a new deck then depending on the size and number of footings it can take anywhere from 4 to 7 days on average. Keep in mind that the size of the deck, number of levels, and number of stairs and types of railings can all add time to your project depending on how elaborate your plans are.

A sagging deck most likely has damaged or rotten framing, posts, and foundation. This may require more work to repair and you may need to consider deck replacement depending on the condition of the boards. Your deck would need to be assessed by our deck contractors so they can make an honest recommendation.