enjoy easy access to the backyard with a deck.
You want to build a deck - we can help you.
Building a deck will create another level of variety and enjoyment in your backyard.
Us Minnesotans will take every opportunity to enjoy the summer and using a deck to host parties, enjoy your cup of coffee in the morning, or even create a safe area for your doggies to roam is a great way to embrace the outdoor space you already have.
Why build a deck?
It’s an extension of your home to the outdoors. Depending on your needs, you may want more space to host summer barbecues, or you may not have a fence for your pet and this is a way for them to enjoy the outdoors as well. After staying mostly indoors in the winter, it’s nice to appreciate the exterior of your property by living in it and enhancing the architectural interest of your backyard. Obviously not only do you get to enjoy it, but if you’re planning on selling, it’ll be added value for buyers as well.
There are many options for decking – although keep in mind that every option requires some amount of maintenance. For a standard deck, popular options for new builds or re-decking have been a combination of composite decking and aluminum railing.
Pressure-treated
- budget-friendly
- paintable and/or stainable
- prone to cracks and warping
- higher – maintenance
Composite
- combo of wood pulp and plastic
- moisture/insect/scratch resistant
- durable
- multiple color options
- great manufacturers warranty
- low-maintenance
- better slip resistance than PVC
PVC
- 100% plastic
- moisture/insect/scratch resistant
- durable
- lighter
- more resistant to mold than composite
Cedar
- durable
- lightweight
- naturally lasts long
- requires maintenance
- sustainably sourced
Hardwoods
- naturally looks attractive
- around 3x more expensive than cedar
- does not stain well
- usually unsustainably sourced
How we do it
Initial consultation
The initial consult includes discussing what you want your deck to look like and the primary purpose for it. We’ll also add on to your ideas with suggestions for materials and design.
Selection
You’ll need to select the type of materials you want on the deck and any other added features.
Design
We will send you an illustration of your final design and make any final tweaks before we finalize a path.
Estimate
We will send over an estimate – it is good for 30 days. At this point you we can still make changes to the design. We will not be ordering materials or applying for permits (if needed) until this estimate is approved. After you approve the estimate, we will put you on our schedule and begin ordering materials.
Construction
Construction begins usually around the time the materials arrive and the permits are approved.