New deck construction, full deck replacement and focused repairs for Seattle homes, with each scope priced separately
Cedar and composite decking, including Trex and TimberTech options, with stairs, railings and finish details selected for the project
Footings, framing, ledger connections, flashing and site conditions reviewed before the deck design and permit scope are finalized
A Seattle deck rebuild using light TimberTech composite boards, black Trex railings, matched stair work, and a small but important field correction: quieting the loose factory balusters instead of leaving the rail to rattle.
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Yes. We review new deck construction, complete replacement and repairs as separate scopes. A new deck estimate covers the proposed footprint, footings, framing, connection to the house where applicable, boards, railings and stairs. For replacement or resurfacing, we first identify what can be reused and what still needs inspection after the old decking is removed.
It depends on the boards, joists, beams, posts, ledger, stairs and railings — and some of that cannot be answered until the deck is opened. Boards and railings can look usable from above while the framing underneath is rotten. Sometimes demolition reveals beam or platform damage that was not visible from above. We check what can be checked first, price the repair and replacement options, and write out what still needs to be confirmed once the boards come off.
It depends on size, material, height, railings, stairs, framing condition, access and permits. Planning ranges:
These are planning ranges, not promises. The framing condition and the railing and stair scope move the number more than the board color does.
Seattle decks may require permits when they are more than 18 inches above ground, built as roof decks, or located in environmentally critical areas. Larger or more complex decks can need more review — over 8 feet high, long beams, solid-surface deck flooring or large sizes. Decks over 36 inches above grade can also affect lot coverage. Not every deck needs a permit — the height and the site decide it, so we check before demo.
Often yes for lower maintenance, but it depends on budget, sun exposure, how long you plan to stay in the house, and the condition of the framing. Composite reduces maintenance compared with wood — no sanding and staining cycle — but it does not eliminate cleaning. And if the framing under the deck is questionable, fix that first. New composite boards on a rotten frame are the wrong order.
Because the boards only last as long as what is under them. Posts, beams, joists, footings and the ledger carry the deck, and Seattle rain plus thousands of fastener penetrations work on them constantly. Ledger flashing and joist protection are small line items that protect the most failure-prone areas. If the frame is not sound, new deck boards do not fix the deck.
When Seattle homeowners compare deck contractors, each contractor should write out the scope, not just a number:
If two quotes do not list the same items, they are not the same deck.
Sometimes. A temporary repair — like adding a Trex plank or doing what can reasonably be done with the existing posts and railings — can make sense while a bigger decision waits. The limitation is the structure: if a top board or cap comes off, there may not be a good mounting surface left for the existing rail system, and rotten posts cannot be made reliable with surface fixes. If we do a temporary repair, it gets written as temporary, with the risk explained.
Deck boards (cedar or a composite line and color), the railing system, fasteners (hidden or face-screwed), stair details, trim or picture frame details, post caps and hardware, plus the supplier and delivery timing. Any owner supplied items should be confirmed early too. Locking these in keeps the framing from sitting exposed waiting on parts, especially during the rainy season.
Small repairs can be a few days once materials are on site. Full rebuilds take longer — demo, footings, framing, decking, stairs and railings each have their own steps, and permits, inspections, hidden damage and weather can stretch the schedule. The honest answer comes after the scope is set and the materials are confirmed, not before.
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Defined scope with inclusions, exclusions, and allowances
Detailed estimate tied to site conditions and selected finishes
Organized coordination for materials, trades, permits, and inspections
We write out whether the scope includes repair, resurfacing, framing, railings, stairs, materials, permits, exclusions and still-to-confirm items
Material choices should match the budget, maintenance expectation, framing condition and supplier availability
We keep access, delivery, hidden damage, weather, inspection and material questions documented instead of scattered across random messages
We can handle board replacement, railing work, stairs, framing repairs, full rebuilds, composite deck installation and closeout
When contractor pricing is available, we can help source materials, but the quote still needs to say what Renova Contractors LLC supplies and what the homeowner supplies
Before replacing worn deck boards, we inspect the joists, beams, posts, connection to the house and railing attachments to see which parts can stay. The condition underneath the walking surface determines whether resurfacing is a workable proposal or whether the deck needs framing repairs or replacement. Some damage becomes visible only after boards or trim are removed.
For a new Seattle deck, we establish the footprint, doorway height, footings, framing, stairs and railing layout. For a replacement, the scope identifies demolition and any existing supports or connections proposed for reuse. A focused repair should identify the affected structural parts or finish materials rather than assume the entire deck needs rebuilding.
We review cedar and composite decking alongside the railing and stair details. Our Seattle TimberTech deck remodel paired composite boards with Trex railings, a new stair run and reworked framing and blocking.
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Deck cost in Seattle becomes clearer only after the framing condition is understood, so repair and rebuild numbers should not be treated as the same scope. Use these as planning ranges only:
Boards can hide damage at joists, beams, posts and the ledger. The estimate should separate confirmed work from conditions that can only be priced after opening the deck. Stairs, railings, footings, flashing, access, disposal, permit needs and the selected fastening system should be visible lines rather than quiet assumptions.
Example size: 140 sq ft
These illustrative ranges cover individual budget items. The project estimate depends on measured quantities, agreed scope, site conditions and current material quotes.
| Budget item | Illustrative range |
|---|---|
| Deck Material | $3,185.00 - $5,390.00 |
| Deck Installation | $5,915.00 - $10,010.00 |
Framing CheckWe check boards, joists, beams, posts, railings and the ledger area before assuming resurfacing is enough, because hidden damage usually shows up once the deck is opened
Permit ReviewDecks more than 18 inches above ground, roof decks, ECA sites or larger structures with long beams may need SDCI review, so we check permit triggers before work starts
Material PlanningWe help compare cedar and composite boards, railing systems and maintenance trade-offs, with supplier coordination and contractor pricing when available
Clear ScopeRailings, stairs, post bases, hidden fasteners, trim, drainage and closeout items should be written into the scope so nothing gets left out at the end
Remodeling has moving parts. We define scope, document assumptions, and coordinate each phase so you know what is happening from consultation through final walkthrough.
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Open daily, 9am-9pm. Call or text for urgent scheduling questions.A new deck starts with how the outdoor space will be used: seating, dining, a route to the yard or access from an upper floor. We review the footprint and site before setting out footings, beams, joists, stairs and railings. A freestanding deck and a deck attached to the house need different connection details.
The construction estimate should distinguish site preparation, foundations, framing, decking, railings and stairs. It should also identify drawings, permits and inspections where required. Check Seattle's official deck guidance when planning the project; the appropriate permit depends on the height, design and property conditions.
A deck quote should not just say “new deck.” It should explain whether the existing framing, beams, posts, joists, railings, footings, ledger connection and deck boards are being repaired, replaced, reused, or still need to be confirmed after the structure is opened. That one sentence is most of what separates an organized Seattle deck project from a messy one.
A deck can look like a surface problem until the boards come off. A deck can appear to need only board work, then reveal damaged framing, beams or an upper platform after it is opened. Those conditions are not always visible from above.
Posts are the same story. A post can look workable at the top and be crumbling underneath. Once deck boards are removed, posts supporting rail segments may not have enough integrity left to reuse. And replacing individual railing posts is not always cheaper than installing a new railing system — sometimes the two numbers are close enough that the new system is the better answer.
Temporary repairs are sometimes reasonable. Adding a Trex plank, or doing what can reasonably be done with the existing posts and railings, can buy time. But the risk should be written out instead of guessed. If a top board or cap is removed, there may not be a good mounting surface left for the existing rail and post system. If a temporary fix is chosen, it should be written as temporary.
The short version: if the existing frame is not sound, new deck boards do not fix the deck.
Seattle rain is the background condition for every deck decision. The framing details matter more than the board color:
Every fastener penetration is a small water path. That does not mean a deck needs exotic products. It means the framing details should be in the scope, not treated as extras.
A cedar deck costs less up front and looks right on a lot of Seattle houses, but cedar needs regular cleaning and refinishing to stay ahead of moss and weather. Pressure-treated framing is standard under almost everything either way.
Composite deck installation with Trex, TimberTech or Azek costs more up front and reduces maintenance compared with wood. It does not eliminate maintenance — composite still needs cleaning — but it removes the sanding and staining cycle. Seattle homeowners asking about Trex decking often look at the mid-range lines, which balance cost and appearance.
Railings change both the budget and the look: wood is cheapest, aluminum balusters cost more, and cable systems like Feeney or Fortress cost the most and keep views open. Hardware from Simpson Strong-Tie and the fastener system are worth specifying in the quote so the comparison between bids is real. Material sourcing can run through suppliers like Dunn Lumber, Parr and Cascade, with contractor pricing when available — but the quote still needs to say what Renova Contractors LLC supplies and what the homeowner supplies.
Seattle decks may require permits when they are more than 18 inches above ground, built as roof decks, or located in environmentally critical areas. Larger or more complex decks may need more review — decks over 8 feet high, long beams, roof decks, solid-surface deck flooring or large deck sizes. Decks over 36 inches above grade can also affect lot coverage.
None of that means every deck needs a permit. It means height above grade, site constraints and structure should be checked before demo, not after the footings are poured. Hillside lots, tight access and roof decks add their own constraints, and those belong in the plan, not in change orders.
When Seattle homeowners compare deck contractors, each contractor should be quoting the same scope; otherwise the prices mean nothing. A Seattle deck-installation quote should show:
A resurfacing quote and a rebuild quote are not the same thing. The cheaper quote may not include the same deck. Seattle deck builders who write the scope out clearly make the comparison easy; quotes that just say “new deck” make it impossible. That is the difference worth paying attention to — more than the brand of the boards.
A deck builder also handles the small details that decide how the project feels: supplier delivery timing, weather windows during the rainy season, inspection scheduling when permits apply, and a closeout walkthrough where remaining items are tracked instead of left floating.
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