An old deck that bounces, leans or splinters is hard to enjoy and harder to trust. Maybe you've replaced a few boards or tightened the railing, and it keeps getting worse. Our deck construction in Lincolnton, NC builds code-compliant decks from the footings up, in pressure-treated lumber or composite. You get an outdoor space you can use without worrying about it.
When You Need Deck Construction
It's time for a new deck or a full rebuild when boards are soft or cracked, posts are rotting at the ground, railings move when you lean on them, or the deck has pulled away from the house. Rusty nails, brackets and bolts are another warning sign. So are stairs that sag or shift. The most common cause is water. Red clay holds moisture against posts and footings, and wood that stays wet rots from the bottom up. Decks built without proper flashing where they meet the house can also let water into the wall and rim of your home. Don't wait for a railing or stair to fail. A weak deck can collapse under a crowd. Older decks built before today's codes often lack the footings, bracing and fasteners a safe deck needs.
Our Deck Construction Process
We measure the space, talk through how you'll use it and help you choose between pressure-treated wood and composite. Our deck permits and site preparation service covers the local approvals, utility locate, drainage and ground work that come before construction. Then we set the footings, frame the structure with a project-specific design and attach it safely to the house with proper flashing. Decking, railings and stairs go on last.
It starts with a free estimate. Before work begins, your written contract spells out the scope, the price and the warranty coverage. Timing depends on the size of the job, and we go over it with you up front. For contracted work, we manage any required permits and inspections. Throughout the job, you can reach the people doing the work directly.
Deck Construction Cost in Lincolnton
Deck cost depends on the size, the height off the ground, the number of stairs and the material. Composite costs more up front than pressure-treated wood but needs less upkeep. Removing an old deck adds to the job.
Estimates are free, and the price is in your written contract before work starts. Larger projects are paid with a deposit and progress payments as work is completed. We accept debit and credit cards. Hidden damage under shingles, floors or walls is the biggest unknown in most projects.
Why Choose Us
A deck is a structure that holds people up. We plan the footings, framing and connection to the house as carefully as the boards you see. AGCS is a licensed North Carolina general contractor (NCLBGC #106996), veteran-owned and operated. Customers give us a 5.0-star rating from 20+ Google reviews. Our own crew and trusted specialty subcontractors do the work, and you can talk directly to them. We respond promptly, seven days a week during posted hours, and we stand behind completed work. We know the storms, soil and older homes around Lincolnton.
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