Do you build decks and repair existing decks?

Yes. We build new decks, covered decks, porch decks and second-story balconies, and we repair existing decks: rotted boards, loose railings, soft framing and stairs.

Can you put a roof over my deck?

Yes. Roofing is our main trade, so we can build a cover over a new or existing deck and tie it into your house roof with shingles that match. See our patio covers page for cover styles.

How long does it take to build a deck?

It depends on the size, height, stairs, railings and whether the deck has a cover. We give you a schedule along with your written estimate, and the build itself goes quickly once materials are on site.

How do I know if my deck needs repair or replacement?

Soft or spongy boards, railings that move when you lean on them, rot where the deck meets the house, and posts that have shifted are the main warning signs. If the framing is sound, repairing the surface and railings is often enough. We check the framing at the free estimate.

Do I need HOA approval for a deck?

Many HOAs require approval for a new deck, a covered deck or a balcony. We follow HOA rules and can give you the plans and material details for your request.

Do you build composite decks?

Yes. We build composite decks with borders, custom inlays and metal or composite railings. See our composite decks page for details.

How often should a wood deck be stained?

Most wood decks in full Texas sun need fresh stain every couple of years. We clean, sand, make any repairs and then stain or seal the deck.

Do you build porches?

Yes. We build covered front and wraparound porches with wood floors, columns and a shingled roof that ties into the house, and we build screened porches.

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Deck Building and Deck Repair in The Colony, TX

Different Roofing builds and repairs decks in The Colony, TX and across Dallas–Fort Worth. We build backyard decks, wraparound porch decks, covered decks and second-story balconies, and we fix decks that have gone soft, loose or rotten. Because roofing is our main trade, we are also the crew to call when you want a roof over the deck, built and shingled to match the house.

New cedar porch cover with a gable roof built over a new wood deck on North Main Street in Prosper, TX — Cedar porch cover and new deck, North Main Street, Prosper, TX

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Decks We Build

Backyard decks. A level outdoor floor off the back door, sized for a table, a grill and chairs.
Porch and wraparound decks. A wood deck floor under a covered front or side porch, framed and set at door height.
Covered decks. A deck with a roof over it, from a simple shed-style cover to a gable with exposed beams.
Second-story balconies. Raised balconies with railings that match the look of the house, such as horizontal cedar slats.
Deck railings and stairs. New railings and steps on a new deck, or replacements for railings that are loose or outdated.

Second-story balcony with a horizontal cedar slat railing on North Colony Boulevard in The Colony, TX — Second-story balcony with a cedar slat railing, North Colony Boulevard, The Colony, TX

How We Build a Deck

Layout and footings. We mark the deck, set the height to your door, and place post footings for the size of the deck and the clay soil under it.
Framing. Posts, beams and joists go in, spaced for the decking and the load the deck will carry.
Attaching to the house. Where a deck connects to the house, the connection has to be flashed so water does not get behind it and rot the wall. This is roofing-style detail work, and it is where many older decks fail.
Decking. Deck boards are laid with gaps so water drains and the wood can dry.
Railings and stairs. Railings go up on raised edges, and stairs are built with even steps.
Finish and cleanup. We stain or paint if you choose, and clean up the yard.

Covered front porch with a new wood deck floor being built on Shiloh Road in Flower Mound, TX — New covered porch and deck floor, Shiloh Road, Flower Mound, TX

Covered Decks and Porches

A deck in full Texas sun is hard to use from June to September. A roof over all or part of it changes that. We frame the cover on posts tied into the deck structure, roof it, and can match the shingles to your home. For open shade instead, a pergola over the deck works well; see pergolas. For cover styles, fans and lights, see patio covers.

Wood deck with white railings and new overhead beams being framed on FM 1553 in Leonard, TX — Deck with white railings and overhead beams, FM 1553, Leonard, TX

Deck Repair

Texas sun, heat and spring storms are hard on wood decks, and older decks show it. Common deck repairs include:

Replacing cracked, cupped or soft deck boards.
Tightening or rebuilding loose railings.
Replacing rotted joists, posts or stair stringers.
Fixing rot where the deck meets the house.
Cleaning and re-staining or painting.

We check the framing before we quote a repair. If the structure is solid, new boards and railings can make an old deck look new for much less than a rebuild.

Raised balcony with a horizontal cedar railing above a white brick wall on North Colony Boulevard in The Colony, TX — Balcony railing detail, North Colony Boulevard, The Colony, TX

Composite Decks

If you want a deck that never needs stain, we also build composite decks. Composite boards resist rot, splinters and fading, and they can be laid in borders and custom inlays, like the compass star we built into a deck on North Colony Boulevard in The Colony. See composite decks for materials, railings and recent jobs.

Deck Staining and Sealing

Wood decks in DFW take more sun than almost any other part of the house. Without protection, boards turn gray, cup and split, and nail heads start to pop. Deck staining and sealing keeps the wood in shape and makes an older deck look new again.

Cleaning and sanding. We wash the deck to remove dirt, mildew and gray wood fibers, then sand rough boards, raised grain and splinters so the stain goes on evenly and the deck is comfortable barefoot.
Repairs before stain. Loose boards are refastened, popped nails are set or replaced with screws, and rotted boards are swapped out.
Stain or seal. A penetrating stain adds color and UV protection; a clear sealer keeps the natural look and helps water bead off.
Deck painting. For railings, skirting and older decks with mismatched boards, a solid deck paint or solid stain gives one even color.

Most wood decks in full sun need fresh stain every couple of years. We also stain fences; see fence staining.

Deck Railings and Stairs

Railings and stairs are the parts of a deck people grab and step on every day, so they have to be solid. We build wood railings with balusters, horizontal cedar slat railings like the second-story balcony on North Colony Boulevard in The Colony, and metal railing systems that keep the view open. Stairs get proper stringers, even risers and a handrail, and we replace loose or rotted stairs on older decks.

Porches

A porch is a deck with a roof, set at the front or side of the house where it can greet visitors and catch a breeze. As porch builders who are also roofers, we frame the floor, set the columns, and build and shingle the porch roof to tie into the house.

On North Garden Ridge Boulevard in Lewisville, we built a wraparound covered porch with cedar columns, a wood plank floor and a white plank ceiling with recessed lights. On Shiloh Road in Flower Mound, we built a new covered porch with a pressure-treated deck floor along the front of the house. We also build screened porches, which keep mosquitoes out on summer evenings while letting the air move through.

Blue house with a new wraparound covered porch and cedar columns on North Garden Ridge Boulevard in Lewisville, TX — Wraparound covered porch, North Garden Ridge Boulevard, Lewisville, TX

Covered porch with a wood plank floor and white beadboard ceiling on North Garden Ridge Boulevard in Lewisville, TX — Porch floor and ceiling, North Garden Ridge Boulevard, Lewisville, TX

Choosing Deck Builders Near You

When you search for deck building companies near me or deck contractors near me, ask how the deck attaches to the house, how the footings are set in clay soil, and who handles the roof if you want a cover. Those three details decide whether a deck lasts. We handle all three, and we give you a free written estimate before any work starts.

Deck Pricing, Financing and HOAs

Every deck is priced on its size and height, the materials, railings and stairs, and whether it has a cover, so we give you a free written estimate. Financing is available, as low as 0%. If you have an HOA, we follow HOA rules and can provide the plans and details for your approval request.

Prefer something at ground level? See concrete patios and paver and flagstone patios, or every outdoor project we take on as a general contractor. Se habla español.

Areas we serve: The Colony, Frisco, Little Elm, Lewisville, Plano, and all of North Texas.