There is no deck there yet
You may have a door that opens onto nothing, an unusable slope, or a yard that needs somewhere to sit. We turn that idea into a structure that fits the lot, house, and access.
Residential deck services
Deck construction and replacement across the Greater Toronto Area
We build new residential decks and replace worn-out ones, including ground-level platforms, raised decks with stairs and guards, and decks beside pools or fence lines.
Tell us the dimensions, property location, and how you want to use the deck. We'll assess the project.
Photos and rough measurements help. Include a survey or drawing if you have one.
Build new, replace, or assess the damage?
Choose the project that matches your yard.
Start a new deck project
The existing deck needs replacement
You may want a different layout, or an assessment may find widespread structural problems. We remove the old deck and rebuild the structure. Existing footings stay only when their condition and project requirements allow it.
You are not sure it needs replacing
Some decks look worse than they are; others hide damage below the surface. An assessment determines whether the existing structure has useful life left.
What a deck project covers
A deck is a structure before it is a surface. We scope every part of a new installation or replacement.
| Part of the deck | What it covers | What decides it |
|---|---|---|
| Footings and foundations | Below-grade support for the whole structure | Soil, frost depth, deck size and height, attachment, and municipal requirements |
| Frame and substructure | Beams, joists, posts, and the ledger connection where attached | Span, elevation, attachment method, and surface support requirements |
| Walking surface | Decking boards, fastening, and edge finishes | Material, board direction, and framing below |
| Stairs and landings | The route to grade and any intermediate landing | Deck height, grade, and landing position |
| Railings and guards | Posts, rails, balusters or panels, plus stair handrails | Deck height and project requirements |
| Attached privacy screening | Screening built into or supported by the deck | Sightlines, neighbours, and structural support |
| Deck access gate | A gate at stairs or where the deck opens to the yard | How the deck needs to control access |
| Existing-deck removal | Demolition, disposal, and site preparation | Structure size, condition, and equipment access |
A property-line gate is a separate fence-gate scope. See our fence gates page. For standalone deck railings, stairs, or screening, tell us what you need so we can assess the structure supporting it.
Choosing the decking material
Most GTA deck projects use one of three material directions. The main differences are upfront cost, appearance, and ongoing care.
| Comparison | Pressure-treated wood | Cedar | Composite |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upfront cost | Usually the lowest | Usually higher than pressure-treated; grade matters | Usually the highest; product line matters |
| Ongoing care | Regular cleaning and re-finishing after the wood dries | Regular cleaning and re-finishing to retain colour | Washing, with no staining or sealing |
| How it ages | Weathers grey and may cup, check, or split | Weathers to silver-grey | Retains colour, with product- and exposure-dependent fading |
| Repair and matching | Boards are easy to replace; new wood takes time to weather | Boards are easy to replace; new wood takes time to match | Replacement depends on the product line and colour remaining available |
| Summer sun | Can get hot; colour and exposure matter | Can get hot; colour and exposure matter | Can get hot; darker boards are often hotter in direct sun |
| Often chosen for | Budget-led projects and large surfaces | A natural wood appearance | Less finishing work |
Lifespan and warranty terms depend on the product, exposure, and maintenance. We'll direct you to the manufacturer's warranty for the boards you choose.
What holds the deck up matters more than what you walk on
Damage can develop below the walking surface, so an assessment looks past the boards.
Footings
Depth, size, and spacing depend on deck size, height, load, and frost movement. An assessment determines whether existing footings can be reused.
Ledger and attachment
An attached deck transfers load through a ledger at the house. The connection must carry the structure while keeping water out. Detached decks use their own posts and a different framing plan.
Elevation, grade, and drainage
Height affects guards, stairs, and clearance. A sloped yard changes post heights and stair runs, while drainage must move water away from the structure.
Backyard access
Narrow side yards, removable gates, shared walkways, stairs, and mature planting affect how materials enter and demolition waste leaves.
Decks next to a pool or fence
Each backyard structure keeps its own scope.
| Scope | What it covers |
|---|---|
| The deck | A pool-adjacent deck includes the frame, footings, boards, stairs, and guards. |
| The pool enclosure | The pool fence and self-closing gate follow municipal safety requirements. They are separate from the deck and covered by our pool fencing service. |
| The property-line fence | A wood fence remains a separate structure. See wood fencing. |
One inquiry can cover connected backyard work, with each scope listed and priced separately.
Permits, drawings, and who is responsible
Permit requirements depend on the deck and property. Toronto's decks and porches guide explains its application requirements. Other GTA municipalities run their own process.
| Responsibility | What the agreement should state |
|---|---|
| Permit requirement | Who confirms whether this deck needs a permit |
| Drawings | Who prepares them and holds any required qualification |
| Application | Whose name appears on it and who submits it |
| Municipal comments | Who responds and revises the submission |
| Inspections | Who books them and at which stages |
| Deficiencies | Who corrects them and who pays |
| Delays | How approval delays affect the schedule and price |
Ontario's guidance on starting home renovations or repairs recommends putting the work, materials, warranty, payment, schedule, cleanup, subcontractors, and permit responsibility in the contract.
What moves the number on a deck quote
Price per square foot cannot capture the full quote because two decks of the same size can differ widely.
| Factor | Why it moves the price |
|---|---|
| Size and height | More surface means more framing and material; elevation may add posts, longer stairs, and guards |
| Attached or detached | The ledger connection or extra structure needed for a freestanding deck |
| Footings and framing | Quantity, depth, digging conditions, spans, beam sizing, and surface support |
| Surface material | Board cost, fastening, framing needs, and edge details |
| Stairs, guards, and components | Flights, landings, handrails, railing length, privacy screening, and gates |
| Removal and access | Demolition, disposal, hidden conditions, and how material moves through the property |
| Grade, drainage, and approvals | Slope work, water management, drawings, applications, and inspections |
| Adjacent work | Fence, pool enclosure, or gate work quoted as a separate scope |
Compare quotes line by line, especially demolition, footings, stairs, guards, and disposal.
How a deck project runs
- 1
Send the details
Share dimensions, location, intended use, and photos of the space or existing deck.
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Initial review
We review the request and ask for any missing details.
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Site assessment
We measure and check access, grade, drainage, and the house connection.
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Written scope
The proposal states inclusions, exclusions, materials, and components.
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Approvals and drawings
Where required, these follow the municipality and project.
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Materials and scheduling
Ordering and scheduling follow the confirmed scope and product availability.
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Construction
Work moves through demolition, footings, frame, surface, stairs, guards, and components as scoped.
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Inspections
Required inspections happen at the stages set by the municipality.
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Walkthrough
We review the finished structure with you.
Start dates and build durations depend on approvals, material lead times, and weather. We'll give you dates for your project.
Deck project questions
Answers to common planning, material, permit, and replacement questions.
It depends on the deck and property, mainly its height above grade, attachment, size, and position on the lot. Toronto's decks and porches guide explains what an application needs and notes that some detached decks may not require a permit. Every GTA municipality runs its own process, so confirm with yours.
Pressure-treated wood usually costs the least upfront and needs periodic re-finishing. Cedar usually costs more and also needs finishing to retain its colour. Composite usually costs the most and needs washing rather than staining. Product grade and colour affect cost, and any surface can get hot in direct sun. Darker composite boards are often hotter.
Only after the frame is assessed. A new surface on a failing frame hides the problem, and the frame must support the new material. Start with a deck repair assessment.
It depends on how much of the structure is affected, whether the frame and footings are sound, whether components can be made safe, and whether material can be matched. Surface damage on a sound structure may suit repair. A failing frame may make replacement the better scope. Start with an assessment.
They are part of the structure and quoted with it. Check that stairs and guards are listed explicitly so you can compare quotes accurately.
We build the deck. The fence and gate enclosing the pool are a separate scope with their own safety requirements, covered by our pool fencing service. We can assess both under one inquiry and quote them separately.
Tell us early. A narrow side yard, locked shared walkway, removable gate, stairs, or mature planting can change how materials enter and waste leaves the property.
Pressure-treated and cedar decks need regular cleaning and re-finishing, plus checks of fasteners and hardware. Composite needs washing and the same hardware checks, but no staining or sealing. Keeping water away from the structure helps protect every deck.
Sometimes. Their condition, size, spacing, and suitability for the new deck must be assessed against the project and municipal requirements. A replacement quote should state whether the existing footings can stay.
Send rough dimensions, the property address or postal code, photos of the space, and how you want to use the deck. Include a survey, existing drawings, or permit documents if you have them.
Still have questions?
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