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Deck Building: New Decks Built for How You Use Your Yard

New wood decks and landings planned around your yard, built solid, and made to handle Georgia heat and humidity.

A deck turns a back door into a place to sit, grill and watch the kids play. Building one well comes down to the parts you won't see once it's done: footings, posts, beams and how it's tied to the house. We take our time on those, the way a good deck builder should, so the deck stays solid and safe for a long time.

Decks we build

• Back decks off a kitchen or living room door
• Small landings and steps for a back or side entry
• Low ground-level decks and platform decks
• Decks with built-in stairs and railings
• Replacement decks where an old one has to come down

For very large, multi-level or high second-story decks, we'll be straight with you about whether it fits our crew or whether a larger builder or engineer should be involved.

Planning your deck

Before we draw anything up, we'll talk through:

• How you'll use it. A grill and two chairs needs less room than a table for eight.
• Sun and shade. A west-facing deck gets hot in the afternoon here. Placement and shade can make a big difference.
• Slope and drainage. Red clay holds water and moves when it's wet. We plan footings and keep water away from the posts. Our guide on yard drainage and red clay explains why that matters.
• Permits and setbacks. Many decks need a permit and must sit a certain distance from property lines. We'll help you sort out what applies where you live.
• Material. Pressure-treated wood is the most common choice. Composite decking costs more up front but needs less upkeep. We'll lay out the trade-offs.

How we build it

1. Mark the layout and dig footings below the soft topsoil.
2. Set posts and beams, using hardware made for treated lumber.
3. Attach the ledger to the house with proper fasteners and flashing so water doesn't get behind it, or build the deck freestanding when that's the better choice.
4. Frame joists with the right spacing for the decking you picked.
5. Install decking, stairs and railings at safe, code-minded heights.
6. Walk the finished deck with you and go over care.

Caring for a new deck

New pressure-treated wood is often still wet from treatment. It usually needs time to dry before it'll take stain well. After that, regular cleaning and sealing keep it from graying and cracking in the sun. Our guide on deck maintenance in Georgia humidity covers what to do and when.

Already have a deck that's just worn? Deck repair might be all you need.

Start planning your deck

Call or text (706) 594-5049 with a photo of the spot and a rough idea of the size, or use the free estimate form. We'll come measure and give you a free estimate. Pricing depends on size, height, materials and the site.