Decks, patio covers and outdoor living across North County San Diego.
Tell us what you want to build and we will name the permit office for your address and set up a site visit.
Services
Seven kinds of outdoor building work, each with plain answers on materials, permits and cost sources.
Composite decks
New composite decks on a wood or metal frame, built to the permit set.
Wood deck building
New wood decks, stairs and railings, built to code.
Deck repair and replacement
Inspection, repair or full replacement of aging decks, with the ledger checked first.
Patio covers
Solid-roof and lattice patio covers, attached or free-standing.
Pergolas and shade structures
Wood, aluminum and louvered pergolas, standing or attached to the house.
Outdoor kitchens
Built-in grills, counters and covered cooking areas, with licensed trade partners for gas, electrical and plumbing.
Fire-resistant decking for wildfire zones
Decking and details chosen for ember exposure in fire hazard areas.
Areas we serve
Twenty-two North County places, each with the permit office, housing era and local rules that apply there.
Escondido
Deck, patio cover and pergola work in Escondido, with the city's 30-inch deck rule explained.
Del Mar
Deck and patio projects in Del Mar, where design review usually comes before the building permit.
Encinitas
Decks, patio covers and pergolas in Encinitas, with the city's 120 square foot patio cover guide.
Olivenhain
Deck and outdoor living work in Olivenhain, where the first step is confirming the city line.
Carmel Valley
Decks, patio covers and outdoor kitchens in Carmel Valley, permitted by the City of San Diego.
Carlsbad
Deck, patio cover and pergola work in Carlsbad, following the Building Division's published handouts.
Leucadia
Decks and covered patios in Leucadia, built with salt air in mind.
Cardiff
Deck repair, replacement and outdoor rooms in Cardiff, near the coast and the lagoon.
Fairbanks Ranch
Decks, pergolas and outdoor kitchens in Fairbanks Ranch, an unincorporated community permitted by the County.
Oceanside
Deck, patio cover and pergola work in Oceanside, with the city's standard plans for decks and patio covers.
Rancho Bernardo
Decks, patio covers and fire-resistant decking in Rancho Bernardo, permitted by the City of San Diego.
Rancho Santa Fe
Decks, pergolas and outdoor kitchens in Rancho Santa Fe, reviewed by the Art Jury and permitted by the County.
Solana Beach
Decks, patio covers and pergolas in Solana Beach, where the entire city is in the Coastal Zone.
La Costa
Decks, covers and outdoor kitchens in La Costa, a neighborhood of the City of Carlsbad.
4S Ranch
Composite decks, patio covers and pergolas in 4S Ranch, an unincorporated community permitted by the County.
Rancho Penasquitos
Decks, patio covers and outdoor kitchens in Rancho Penasquitos, permitted by the City of San Diego.
Vista
Decks, patio covers and pergolas in Vista, with city handouts for decks and patio covers.
San Marcos
Decks, patio covers and pergolas in San Marcos, with the city's patio cover height and setback notes.
Fallbrook
Fire-resistant decking, deck replacement and patio covers in Fallbrook, permitted by the County.
San Elijo Hills
Decks, covers and outdoor kitchens in San Elijo Hills, a neighborhood of the City of San Marcos.
Bonsall
Deck, patio cover and pergola work in Bonsall, an unincorporated community permitted by the County.
North County San Diego
How deck, patio cover and outdoor projects are permitted across North County, and which office answers for each address.
Common questions
Are you licensed?
Yes. I Build Strong Homes holds California contractor license #1020290. You can look the record up on the Contractors State License Board website to see its status and classifications.
Is this a different company from I Build Strong Homes?
No. This site is part of the same licensed business, same phone number, same license, focused on decks and outdoor living.
How fast do you respond?
We usually respond within 1-2 hours, same-week availability and flexibility. Hours: call to check.
What does a deck cost?
It depends on size, material and frame. Service pages show published national ranges with their sources where we have them. Your price comes from a written quote after a site visit.
Do I need a permit for a deck?
Often. Offices publish their own lines, such as 30 inches above grade, attachment to the house or size. The permit office depends on the address, and each area page names it.