Deck Repair
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New decks, rebuilds and repairs
Deck Builder Atlanta GA
Ready for a new deck? Talk to an experienced local builder who can plan the layout, price it, and build it in wood or composite.
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- New decks, rebuilds and repairs
- Wood or composite
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Deck Builders in Atlanta GA
A good deck starts with how you'll use it. A grill landing off the kitchen, a dining deck for eight and a platform for a hot tub all need different sizes, framing and stairs, so that's the first conversation with the builder.
From there, an experienced builder handles the whole job: measuring the site, planning stairs and rails, setting footings, framing, decking and finish. You get one price for the work and one person to talk to about it.
Shade matters as much as square footage when you talk to deck builders. Atlanta summers are long and hot, so it's worth asking about a covered or screened section early.
Homeowners call about:
- A first deck off the kitchen or a basement walkout
- Replacing an old deck with a soft or rotted frame
- Bigger builds with stairs to the yard, built-in benches or a second level
- Covered or screened space for summer evenings
Deck Services You Can Call About
These are the projects people call about most.
Deck Replacement
When the frame is past saving, a clean tear-out and a new build. See how deck replacement works.
Composite Decking
Boards that skip the yearly sanding and staining. Compare composite decking with wood.
Screened Porches
Shade, rain cover and no mosquitoes. Options for adding a screened porch to a deck or building new.
Deck Railing
Solid posts and rails in wood, metal, cable or glass. Find out what deck railing upgrades cost.
Deck Staining
Cleaning, staining and sealing to bring gray wood back. What to expect from deck staining.
What Atlanta GA Deck Builders Check First
A good deck is mostly decided before construction starts. When the builder comes out, these are the things they'll look at with you:
- Water at the house. The city averages close to 50 inches of rain a year, so the flashing where the deck meets your siding matters as much as the boards.
- Big trees. The city updated its tree protection ordinance in 2025, so footings near a large oak may need to move or be planned around the roots.
- Historic district rules. In Grant Park, Inman Park, West End and the other city historic districts, exterior changes go through Urban Design Commission review, which the builder plans for.
- The permit route. Decks up to 24 by 24 feet built to Georgia's prescriptive deck details can qualify for faster over-the-counter review at the city's Office of Buildings.
- How you'll use it. A grill landing, a dining deck and a hot tub platform all need different framing.
Not sure what to ask deck builders? Atlanta GA yards range from flat lots to steep backyards, so start with how they'll handle footings and drainage on yours, then flashing, materials and what the quote includes.
How the Call Works
No forms and no waiting for a callback.
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Call the number
Dial (470) 427-9259 from any phone.
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Enter your ZIP code
The automated line asks for it, then routes your call to a builder who serves that area.
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Talk to the builder
Describe the deck you want or the problem you have. They can set up a time to see the site and price the job.
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Decide on your terms
Hire them, ask more questions, or keep comparing. It's up to you.
Ready for a new deck? Call and talk to a local builder.
Call (470) 427-9259Neighborhoods and Nearby Cities
Calls come in from all over the city, including Buckhead, Midtown, West Midtown, Virginia-Highland, Inman Park, Grant Park, Kirkwood, East Atlanta, West End and Druid Hills.
Close-in cities are covered too: Chamblee, Doraville, East Point, College Park, Hapeville and South Fulton. We also have local pages for Sandy Springs deck building, Brookhaven decks and Dunwoody decks, where permit steps differ from the city's.
Common Deck Questions
Who will I be talking to?
An independent deck builder who works in your area. We don't build decks ourselves; the builder quotes the job and does the work if you hire them.
What does a new deck usually cost?
Typical new decks run about $30 to $50 per square foot installed, with composite toward the top of that range. Our deck cost guide breaks it down by project. These are typical figures, not quotes.
Do I need a permit?
Most new decks do. The builder can tell you what applies at your address, and our permit guide covers the basics.
Is this different from hiring a contractor myself?
You still end up working with an Atlanta deck contractor; the phone line just skips the phone tag. If you'd rather compare several firms first, here's how Atlanta deck companies differ.
Do I have to hire the builder I'm connected with?
No. Calling doesn't commit you to anything. Talk it through, get a price, and decide.
Start Your Deck Project
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