Local deck building for Lawrence
On an older deck we check the ledger and the stair connection before any surface repairs. Those hidden spots usually decide whether fixing it is worth it.
Big mature trees give you shade and they're good for the yard, but they also keep leaves and moisture sitting on the boards. Good gaps between the boards and sweeping it off regularly make a difference.
Older Decks That Need a Real Look
A lot of the decks here were built twenty or thirty years ago, and they were built to whatever rules there were back then, or no rules at all. We see ledgers nailed instead of bolted, no flashing, and railings that wouldn’t pass now. We’ll tell you what we find and what has to be fixed before anything else gets done.Leaves and Shade
Under big trees the leaves pile up between the boards and in the corners, and that keeps the wood wet. Keeping the gaps clear and blowing the deck off a few times in the fall does a lot. If you’re replacing boards, a wider gap and a little more air underneath helps it dry out between rains.Services Available in Lawrence
Custom Deck Builders
A new deck planned around your back door, yard, furniture, stairs, and the way you want to use the space.
Learn moreDeck Repair
Repairs for loose boards, soft spots, shaky railings, stairs, framing, posts, and ledger problems.
Learn moreDeck Replacement
Full tear-out and rebuild when rot, movement, or an outdated layout makes piecemeal repair a poor value.
Learn moreComposite Deck Builders
Low-maintenance composite decking installed with the spacing, ventilation, and fasteners the product requires.
Learn moreWood Deck Builders
Pressure-treated and cedar decking for homeowners who prefer real wood and a lower initial material cost.
Learn moreDeck Railing Installation
Wood, composite, and aluminum railing plus safer stairs, landings, and handrails.
Learn moreCovered Deck Builders
Roofed decks and porches that add shade and rain protection while tying cleanly into the house and yard.
Learn moreCommon Lawrence Calls
- Deck inspection and repair
- Board replacement
- New wood decks
- Railing upgrades