Deck Builders in Orlando, FL (Florida)

Orlando Deck Builders

In Orlando, deck builders can be a homeowner's best friend, especially for larger households and smaller homes. Building a home addition can cost $100,000 or more with no basements and an attic that may be difficult or impossible to convert into livable space, a deck or porch may be the only answer for some. From Tavares to Saint Cloud, Daytona Beach to Citrus Ridge and throughout the immediate and greater Orlando area, we can help you find an Orlando deck builder that can work with you to find the right deck for the right budget for your home.

Design and Accessories
Decks come in all shapes and sizes. Before rushing a project take some time looking around at remodeling magazines, what neighbors did with their decks, and being honest with yourself about how you intend to use your desk. Don't just look at the general design, size, and color of these decks, but accessories as well. Outdoor misting systems, deck covers, heating units, accent and safety lighting, furniture, and other items that can exponentially increase the use and enjoyment of your deck. If you're going to spend several thousand dollars on a deck, after all, you might as well spend a few extra hundred to expand the calendar year and provide a shield against the rain.

DIY Installation
The simple answer is don't do it, unless you know exactly what you're doing. Deck building is much more difficult than the uninitiated would suspect. Along with putting a bunch of stress into your life, you also run the risk of not finishing the project in time for the rainy season and creating a substandard, possibly dangerous deck. At the very least, your self-made deck won't last as long as a professionally built deck. You could buy a DIY deck building kit that will help the less skilled homeowner build a passable deck, but this route, too, will lead to an inferior deck and severely limit your design options. Of course, homeowners trying to remodel their homes and yards on a budget may not have a lot of options, but if you have any other way to get it done, you should probably take it.

Cost of Deck Installation
For those of you on a tight budget, there are other ways of cost-cutting that won't put the integrity of your deck at risk. Lumber prices fluctuate wildly. By waiting and looking around salvaged materials, remnants, and discounts from the lumberyard, you can reduce the cost of your wood deck. If you've come into a little bit of money, but don't have a large weekly income, you might also consider high-quality composite decking that will cost more upfront but will dramatically reduce the cost and the time commitment of your maintenance. All in all, the cost of specific deck projects range from a $1,000 to $25,000 or more. Naturally, a small, simple, single-tier deck that acts almost like a patio and a multi-tiered wraparound deck are two very different things. Somewhere between $5,000-$10,000 is a good range for an average deck installation in Orlando.

Finding a Deck Builder
Of course, hiring a professional deck builder doesn't really do much good if you can't find a good one. Like so many home improvements, deck building attracts honest and professional contractors and fly-by-night people who may have barely more experience and knowledge than you. HomeAdvisor will help you find the right person. Each and every professional in our system has been put through a rigorous ten-step screening process. We also check to make sure that every contractor maintains their industry credentials and standards. Plus, we provide you, the homeowner, with our database of customer ratings and reviews. This allows you to see what other homeowners have thought about their experience with individual contractors. It also creates a powerful incentive for contractors to meet and exceed your expectations.