Composite Deck Build
Manteca, CA · $28K – $36K
480 sq ft composite deck with cable railing, stairs, and integrated lighting.
Deck Construction
Built for Valley summers
A deck in this climate takes real sun. We build on properly footed posts with hardware that won't corrode, and we'll walk you through wood versus composite honestly — including what each one costs you over ten years.
What's included
Everything in the scope
- Concrete footings and post bases
- Pressure-treated framing
- Redwood, cedar, and composite decking
- Railing systems — wood, metal, and cable
- Stairs and landings
- Built-in benches and planters
- Pergolas and shade structures
- Under-deck drainage and lighting
Typical investment
$35 – $75 per square foot
Timeline
Most decks are built in 1–3 weeks on site.
What drives the price
- Decking material — pressure-treated, redwood, or composite
- Deck height and whether footings need inspection
- Railing system and stair count
- Attached to the house vs. freestanding
- Pergolas, lighting, and built-ins
Before & after
Drag to see the difference
Before
After
Our process
How your deck construction gets built
- 01
Design walk
Size, height, access points, and how you'll actually use it.
Day 1 - 02
Material selection
Wood vs. composite compared with real 10-year cost numbers.
3–5 days - 03
Permits
Required for decks over 30 inches or attached to the house.
1–3 weeks - 04
Footings & framing
Piers poured, posts set, frame built and inspected.
3–5 days - 05
Decking & rails
Boards laid, railings and stairs built.
3–5 days - 06
Finish
Sealing or stain, cleanup, and walkthrough.
1–2 days
Design & materials
1 week
Permit (if required)
1–3 weeks
Footings & framing
3–5 days
Decking, rails, finish
4–7 days
Recent work
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Low-profile freestanding deck over an existing slab, no permit required.
Why homeowners hire us for this
Footings sized for the load
Pier depth and diameter to code, inspected before we frame over them.
Hidden fasteners on composite
Clean surface, no screw heads collecting water and dirt.
Proper ledger flashing
The #1 cause of deck failure is a badly flashed ledger. Ours are flashed and bolted, not nailed.
Honest material advice
Composite isn't always the right answer. We'll say so.
Deck Construction FAQs
What's the best decking material for Central California?+
Composite handles Valley sun and needs no annual sealing, but runs hotter underfoot and costs more up front. Redwood looks better and stays cooler but needs sealing every 1–2 years.
Do I need a permit for a deck?+
Generally yes if it's over 30 inches above grade or attached to the house. We confirm with your jurisdiction and pull it.
How long does a deck last?+
Composite 25–30 years, redwood 15–20 with maintenance, pressure-treated 10–15.
Can you build a pergola or shade cover too?+
Yes — attached and freestanding, engineered where required.
Free estimate
Start your deck construction
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