Wood Deck Construction
Cedar and treated-pine decks on concrete footings and flashed, bolted ledgers, framed to be safe before they're finished to look good.
Overview
Wood decks are still the most popular way to extend a North Texas house into the yard: they stay cooler underfoot than composite, they're easy to repair, and cedar weathers to a soft silver if you let it. We build ground-level platforms, raised decks with stairs, and multi-level decks that step down a sloped yard.
Under every deck: concrete footings below grade, framing rated for ground contact, metal connectors at every joist and post, and a ledger bolted and flashed to the house so water can't rot the rim joist behind it.
Styles and options
What's included
- Design and layout with you on site
- Permit and inspections where required
- Concrete footings below grade
- Treated framing and metal connectors
- Flashed, through-bolted ledger
- Cedar decking, railing and stairs
Specifications
- Decking
- 5/4x6 or 2x6 cedar, or treated pine
- Framing
- Treated lumber, ground-contact rated
- Joist spacing
- 16" on center; 12" for diagonal decking
- Footings
- Concrete piers below grade
- Guards
- 36" minimum where required
- Connectors
- Galvanized or stainless hardware
What affects your estimate
- SizeSquare footage of decking.
- HeightRaised decks need guards, stairs and bigger posts.
- DeckingCedar versus treated pine.
- RailingWood, aluminum or cable.
- StairsRisers, landings and handrails.
- RemovalTearing out an old deck.
Common questions
Cedar or pressure-treated pine?
Cedar looks better, resists rot naturally and stays more stable. Treated pine costs less and is right for framing; some homeowners choose it for decking and stain it.
When does a deck need a railing?
Residential codes typically require guards where the walking surface is more than 30 inches above grade. We confirm with your city.
How do I keep a wood deck looking good?
Clean it and apply a penetrating sealer every year or two. We offer deck sealing as a service.
Can you replace the boards on my old deck?
If the framing is sound, yes. See deck repair.
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Let's walk your property line.
Tell us about the project and we'll schedule a visit. You'll get an itemized written estimate, with no prices guessed online and no pressure.