Custom Deck Design & Construction
Decks are structural work. Ours are drawn to scale, permitted, footed on properly sized piers, and taken through county inspection — so your deck is safe, legal, and adds documented value at resale.
- Starting at
- $48
- per square foot installed
- Timeline
- Typical 300–500 sq ft deck takes 5–10 working days on site.
- Warranty
- 10-year structural workmanship warranty; up to 50-year material coverage on premium composites.
Included on every decks project
- Scaled construction drawings for permit submission
- Footings sized to soil bearing and inspected before pour
- Code-compliant ledger flashing and lag pattern
- Hidden fastener systems on composite surfaces
- Railing, lighting and stair layout planning
- Final county inspection coordinated by us
Transparent pricing
What this actually costs
Pressure-treated starts near $48/sq ft; premium composite with hidden fasteners runs $80–$115/sq ft.
| Material | Why homeowners pick it | Installed |
|---|---|---|
| Trex & TimberTech composite Capped composite that resists fading and staining. No annual sealing, ever. | Capped composite that resists fading and staining. No annual sealing, ever. | $80 – $110 / sq ft |
| AZEK PVC Fully synthetic, the coolest-underfoot option and the lightest weight on the structure. | Fully synthetic, the coolest-underfoot option and the lightest weight on the structure. | $95 – $115 / sq ft |
| Cedar & IPE hardwood Natural grain and exceptional density. IPE lasts decades with periodic oiling. | Natural grain and exceptional density. IPE lasts decades with periodic oiling. | $65 – $105 / sq ft |
| Pressure-treated pine The value option. Stain it after the first season and it performs for 15+ years. | The value option. Stain it after the first season and it performs for 15+ years. | $48 – $65 / sq ft |
Ranges reflect typical Montgomery and Howard County residential projects and include materials, labor, permit filing and haul-away. Steep grade, rock, limited access or custom detailing can move the number. Your written estimate is a fixed price, not a range.
FAQ
Decks questions we get weekly
Does composite decking get too hot in Maryland summers?
Dark composite boards do heat up in direct sun. Lighter colorways and PVC products like AZEK run noticeably cooler. We walk you through surface-temperature differences before you pick a color.
Do I need a permit for a deck in Maryland?
Any deck over 30 inches above grade, or attached to the house, requires a permit and inspection in Montgomery and Howard County. We handle the drawings, filing and inspection scheduling.
Can you repair or resurface my existing deck?
Often, yes. If the framing and footings are sound, we can replace just the decking and railings for a fraction of a full rebuild. We inspect the substructure first and tell you honestly which way is smarter.
Next step
Get a fixed price for your decks project
Tell us roughly what you are thinking. We will confirm scope on site and put a real number in writing.
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Reviews
Recent work
"A-1 replaced 180 feet of failing chain-link with cedar board-on-board. Cesar walked the property line with our neighbor before starting, which prevented a dispute we were dreading. Permits were handled and the crew finished in two days."
Jennifer M.
Silver Spring, MD
Cedar privacy fence · $8,400
"We got four quotes for a composite deck. A-1 was the only one that showed up with drawings and explained the footing inspection. Three years in, not a single popped fastener."
David R.
Bethesda, MD
Trex deck, 420 sq ft · $36,000
"Our Columbia village board rejected two previous submissions from another contractor. A-1 knew exactly what the committee wanted and got approval on the first try."
Priya S.
Columbia, MD
Aluminum fence + gates · $11,200
Get a written, itemized estimate — free.
No sales pressure and no vague line items. We walk your property, measure, and give you a fixed price in writing.
We reply to every estimate request within one business day. Permits and HOA paperwork included at no extra charge.