Custom Deck Design & Planning
Professional design services including 3D renderings, material selection, and permit-ready plans tailored to your property. Local designers know NB's frost depth requirements, wind loads for coastal properties, and which layouts maximize your outdoor season.
Budget $500-$5,000 for design services depending on complexity. A good design pays for itself in avoided mistakes and material waste.
Deck Installation & Building
Complete deck construction from footings to finish. NB builders dig footings below frost line (1.2m in southern NB, up to 1.5m in the north), frame to code, and install your choice of decking. Pressure-treated runs $25-40/sq ft installed, cedar $35-55/sq ft, and composite $45-75/sq ft.
Proper construction is critical in NB's climate: 100+ freeze-thaw cycles, heavy snow loads, and Maritime humidity all demand expert workmanship.
Deck Repair & Restoration
Structural repairs, board replacement, joist sistering, and full restoration for weather-damaged decks. NB's freeze-thaw cycles crack boards, ice dams damage joists, and Maritime humidity rots untreated wood. A professional assessment tells you whether repair or replacement makes more sense.
Catching problems early prevents costly structural failures — a deck inspection costs $150-$300 and can save thousands.
Deck Staining & Sealing
Professional staining, sealing, and refinishing to protect wood decks against NB's demanding climate. Semi-transparent stains are the most popular choice — they show wood grain while providing UV and moisture protection lasting 2-3 years.
Timing matters: staining should only be done above 10 degrees C (typically mid-May through September in NB) with no rain for 24-48 hours.
Deck Railings & Stairs
Code-compliant railing systems and stair construction. NB Building Code requires railings on any deck 24 inches above grade, with 36-inch minimum height and 4-inch maximum baluster spacing. Options include aluminum ($40-80/linear ft), glass panels ($80-150/linear ft), cable, wood, and composite systems.
Properly built stairs with consistent rise/run and graspable handrails are both a safety essential and a code requirement.
Composite Decking
Low-maintenance Trex, TimberTech, and Fiberon composite installations with hidden fasteners and premium finishes. Composite has become the top choice for NB homeowners — it handles freeze-thaw cycles, humidity, and UV better than any wood product, with 25-50 year warranties.
Higher upfront cost ($45-75/sq ft) but virtually zero annual maintenance. Most NB homeowners break even by year 10-12 compared to wood.
Pergolas & Shade Structures
Custom pergolas, gazebos, and shade structures to extend your outdoor living season. Built with pressure-treated lumber, cedar, or maintenance-free aluminum, a well-designed pergola adds architectural interest and partial shade during NB's warm summer months.
NB pergolas need beefier rafters than southern climates to handle snow loads. Expect $3,000-$15,000 for a professionally installed pergola.