Soft boards, wobbly rails and failing stairs repaired, then cleaned and sealed to bring an old deck back to life.
Decks live outside, and weather is hard on them. Boards cup and crack, fasteners rust, railings loosen and the framing below can rot where water sits. A deck that looks tired may only need boards and a finish, and one that feels bouncy may need real structural repair.
We start with a full inspection: ledger connection, joists, beams, posts, stairs and railings. Then we replace damaged boards, repair or replace framing, tighten or rebuild railings, clean the surface and apply a quality stain or sealer to protect it. We also check how the deck was built originally, including flashing at the house, post connections and stair stringers, because older decks may not meet current practice. If anything unsafe turns up, we explain it plainly and price the fix separately from the cosmetic work.
Cosmetic repairs mean nothing if the ledger or posts are failing. We probe the framing, check the connections and tell you what is safe.
Individual boards can be replaced, and sometimes a whole surface should be. We explain when patching makes sense and when it does not.
Cleaning and sealing slow future damage. We use products suited to the wood and your sun exposure.
Rusty screws and weak hangers cause failures. We replace corroded fasteners with coated or stainless parts.
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BeforeAfterLedger, framing, stairs and rails.
Soft and loose parts fixed.
Joists, posts and connections.
Protection against weather.
Strong treads and rails.
Repair or replace, honestly.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
Carpentry situationHistoric HomesOlder homes have details worth saving. Here is how a carpenter repairs, matches and restores original woodwork.Learn more 
Carpentry situationRemodelsRemodeling is mostly carpentry: opening walls, adding framing and finishing the new work to match. Here is what…Learn more 
Material guideFraming LumberDimensional lumber, LVL beams, I-joists and trusses explained, with where each one is used in a house.Learn more Enter the deck size and board width to see deck boards, joists, posts and fasteners to plan for.
We listen, walk the space and measure carefully, then talk through ideas, budget and timing.
We sketch or draw the work, choose materials and give you a written scope and price.
We order lumber, hardware and finishes and handle permits when the job needs them.
Framing, trim, cabinets or decks go in with careful cuts and clean, protected work areas.
Filling, sanding, caulking and finishing give every joint and line a crisp final look.
We walk the finished work with you, adjust anything that needs it and leave the site clean.
It depends on the ledger, posts and railings. We inspect and tell you plainly.
Often, after cleaning and sanding. We choose a product to suit.
If the framing is sound, repair is usually worth it. If not, replacing may cost less over time.
Every one to three years depends on the product and sun. We give a plan.
A lot, if the wood is sound. Cleaning and sealing renews color and protects against water.
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