Deck repair and replacement
Inspection, repair or full replacement of aging decks, with the ledger checked first.
Many decks fail at the connection to the house, at post bases that stay wet, or at rusted connectors rather than in the boards. We inspect first and tell you whether repair is enough or replacement is the safer choice. We work under CA License #1020290.
Signs you may need a repair or replacement: soft or spongy boards, a deck that moves when you walk across it, rust streaks, loose railings, a gap between the deck and the house, or stairs that wobble. A guard that moves is a safety problem and should not wait for a convenient season.
A typical job runs in this order: inspection with probing and photos, written scope with repair and replace options, permit if required, demolition, framing repairs, new surface and guards, inspection, final.
We have no sourced price range for deck repair or full replacement in our price file, so we do not publish one. Your price is a written quote after a site visit.
Common questions
Can you replace only the boards?
Sometimes. If the frame and ledger are sound, new boards can go on the existing structure. We check the frame first and put both options in writing.
Does replacing a deck need a permit?
Often yes when the replacement is large, high, attached or serves as the main exit. Offices differ, and your area page names the one for your address.
Where we do this work
Deck repair and replacement in Escondido
Deck, patio cover and pergola work in Escondido, with the city's 30-inch deck rule explained.
Deck repair and replacement in Del Mar
Deck and patio projects in Del Mar, where design review usually comes before the building permit.
Deck repair and replacement in Encinitas
Decks, patio covers and pergolas in Encinitas, with the city's 120 square foot patio cover guide.
Deck repair and replacement in Olivenhain
Deck and outdoor living work in Olivenhain, where the first step is confirming the city line.
Deck repair and replacement in Carmel Valley
Decks, patio covers and outdoor kitchens in Carmel Valley, permitted by the City of San Diego.
Deck repair and replacement in Carlsbad
Deck, patio cover and pergola work in Carlsbad, following the Building Division's published handouts.
Deck repair and replacement in Leucadia
Decks and covered patios in Leucadia, built with salt air in mind.
Deck repair and replacement in Cardiff
Deck repair, replacement and outdoor rooms in Cardiff, near the coast and the lagoon.
Deck repair and replacement in Fairbanks Ranch
Decks, pergolas and outdoor kitchens in Fairbanks Ranch, an unincorporated community permitted by the County.
Deck repair and replacement in Oceanside
Deck, patio cover and pergola work in Oceanside, with the city's standard plans for decks and patio covers.
Deck repair and replacement in Rancho Bernardo
Decks, patio covers and fire-resistant decking in Rancho Bernardo, permitted by the City of San Diego.
Deck repair and replacement in Rancho Santa Fe
Decks, pergolas and outdoor kitchens in Rancho Santa Fe, reviewed by the Art Jury and permitted by the County.
Deck repair and replacement in Solana Beach
Decks, patio covers and pergolas in Solana Beach, where the entire city is in the Coastal Zone.
Deck repair and replacement in La Costa
Decks, covers and outdoor kitchens in La Costa, a neighborhood of the City of Carlsbad.
Deck repair and replacement in 4S Ranch
Composite decks, patio covers and pergolas in 4S Ranch, an unincorporated community permitted by the County.
Deck repair and replacement in Rancho Penasquitos
Decks, patio covers and outdoor kitchens in Rancho Penasquitos, permitted by the City of San Diego.
Deck repair and replacement in Vista
Decks, patio covers and pergolas in Vista, with city handouts for decks and patio covers.
Deck repair and replacement in San Marcos
Decks, patio covers and pergolas in San Marcos, with the city's patio cover height and setback notes.
Deck repair and replacement in Fallbrook
Fire-resistant decking, deck replacement and patio covers in Fallbrook, permitted by the County.
Deck repair and replacement in San Elijo Hills
Decks, covers and outdoor kitchens in San Elijo Hills, a neighborhood of the City of San Marcos.
Deck repair and replacement in Bonsall
Deck, patio cover and pergola work in Bonsall, an unincorporated community permitted by the County.
Deck repair and replacement in North County San Diego
How deck, patio cover and outdoor projects are permitted across North County, and which office answers for each address.