Omaha, NE · Deck building

Custom wood and cedar decks in Omaha

A wood deck costs less to build than composite and has the natural look many people want. Keeping that look means staining or sealing it on a regular schedule.

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Curved wood deck with a railing above a lake in winter

Choices on a wood deck

Cedar, chosen for colour and because it resists decay naturally.
Pressure-treated pine, the budget option.
Hardwoods, for a premium surface.
Built-in benches, railings and stairs.

Questions to ask

What size and depth are the footings?
How is the ledger attached, and how is it flashed?
What is the joist spacing, and what fasteners hold it together?
Does the quote include the permit?

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Related services

Composite and PVC

Composite systems such as Trex, TimberTech and AZEK, matching rail included.

Screened porch with a vaulted wood ceiling, sofa and dining set

Screened porches and 3-season rooms

Screened porches and three-season rooms, roofed and often built on a new deck.

Deck resurfacing

Composite boards laid on the existing frame, when that frame is sound.

Before you call

Common questions

What does Omaha's code say about deck footings?

Omaha's adopted residential code sets the frost line at 42 inches, and a deck supported by the house needs footings below it; a deck that stands free of the house is exempt from that rule. Check permit requirements for your address with the city before work starts.

Should I build with wood or composite?

Wood is cheaper to start and needs staining or sealing over time. Composite costs more, and Trex says its boards never need stain or paint. NAHB estimates a wood deck lasts about 20 to 30 years in northern climates. Omaha's code also rates termite risk moderate to heavy, which matters for the wood frame under either.

Can new boards go on the old frame?

If the frame is sound and up to code, resurfacing may be enough. That is for the contractor to inspect and state in writing.

How long does it take?

It depends on the size, the material, the inspections and the weather. The quote should include a schedule.

Step one

Get a written quote

Describe the deck and a licensed Omaha deck builder will contact you about a site visit. The quote is written once they have seen the yard, the house wall and the ground.

Free, with no commitment
Itemised in writing before work is agreed
A single builder gets in touch

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