Deck inspection
We probe the boards, joists, beams, posts and the ledger where the deck meets the house, and tell you what is sound, what needs repair and what should be rebuilt.
Houston, The Woodlands, Conroe, Kingwood and the Lake Livingston area
Deck Building and Repair
Deck Building and Repair
in Houston, TX
Soft boards, a railing that moves, stairs that bounce or a deck that was never flashed at the house. We repair what can be saved, rebuild what cannot, and build new decks in treated lumber, hardwood or composite that stand up to Houston rain and humidity.
What deck work includes
Most calls start with one soft spot. We look at the whole structure before quoting, because the board you can see is rarely the only problem.
Board and joist replacement
Rotten or split deck boards are replaced to match. Soft joists are sistered or replaced and the framing is re-fastened with exterior-rated hardware.
Railings and stairs
Loose posts are re-anchored, railings are rebuilt to a solid height and spacing, and bouncy or rotten stair stringers and treads are replaced.
Ledger and flashing
The ledger board is the most common point of failure on Houston decks. We check how it is attached and flashed and correct it so water stops running into the wall.
Restoration
Pressure washing, sanding, and stain or sealer on decks that are structurally sound but weathered, so the wood lasts another stretch of summers.
New deck construction
Footings, framing, decking, railings and stairs for a new deck or a full rebuild, in treated pine, hardwood or composite, with the layout drawn before we start.
Material and design choices
The material sets the price, the maintenance and how the deck handles Houston weather. These are the decisions we walk through at the estimate.
Pressure-treated pine
The most economical option and the standard for framing. Needs stain or sealer every couple of years to stay looking good in this climate.
Composite decking
Higher material cost, almost no maintenance, and no rot or splinters. The best choice for a deck you do not want to refinish, and the framing underneath is still treated lumber.
Hardwood
Dense tropical hardwoods resist rot and insects and look richer than pine. They need periodic oiling and stainless fasteners to avoid staining.
Layout, railings and stairs
Size, height, railing style, lighting and where the stairs land change the result more than people expect. We draw the layout so you can see it before the first post goes in.
How a deck project goes
A repair can be a one-day visit. A rebuild or a new deck takes longer, and the schedule, including any permit your city requires, is written into the contract.
On-site estimate
We inspect the deck or the site, measure, and talk through what you want to fix or build. No charge, no obligation.
Written proposal
You receive a fixed price with the scope spelled out: which boards, joists, railings or stairs are replaced, or the full layout and material for a new deck.
Demolition and framing
Failed parts come out. Footings, posts, beams, joists and the ledger are repaired or built with exterior-rated hardware.
Decking, railings and stairs
Boards go down with consistent gaps, railings are anchored solid, and stairs are built to a comfortable, even rise.
Finish and walkthrough
Stain or sealer where the material calls for it, the yard is cleaned up, and we walk the deck with you before the final payment.
Why Houston homeowners call Earlimon for deck work
A deck fails where you cannot see it: at the ledger, in the joists, at the base of the posts. This is how we work so the repair holds.
- Written contract on every project. Scope, materials, price and dates are signed before work starts. No verbal add-ons.
- We inspect the whole deck, not just the soft board. You get a straight answer on what to repair and what to rebuild, with the reasons written in the proposal.
- The same crew from start to finish. Jorge is on site and you have his direct number. Questions are answered the same day.
- Exterior-rated hardware and flashing, always. Galvanized or stainless fasteners, joist hangers and ledger flashing are part of the scope because Houston rain finds every shortcut.
- Estimates that hold. The price in the proposal is the price you pay unless you change the scope, and any change is written and priced before it happens.
Questions homeowners ask
How much does deck repair cost in Houston?
It depends on what the inspection finds. Replacing a few boards or re-anchoring a railing is a small job; replacing joists, a ledger or the stairs is a bigger one, and at some point a rebuild is the better value. After the free on-site estimate you receive a fixed written price for the work your deck needs, and that is the price you pay unless you change the scope.
Should I repair my deck or replace it?
If the framing, posts and ledger are sound and only boards or railings are worn, repair. If the joists are soft, the posts are rotting at the base or the ledger was never flashed, a rebuild is usually the better investment. We tell you which it is at the estimate and put the reasons in writing.
Do I need a permit for a deck in Houston?
It depends on the city, the height of the deck and whether it is attached to the house. Many repairs do not need one; most new decks and rebuilds do. We tell you what your city requires and include it in the schedule.
Composite or wood for a Houston deck?
Composite costs more up front and needs almost no maintenance. Treated pine costs less and needs stain or sealer every couple of years. Hardwood sits in between on maintenance and above on looks. We go through the trade-offs with you before you decide.
How long does deck repair take?
Board, railing and stair repairs are usually finished in a day or two. A full rebuild or a new deck takes longer depending on size and material, and the timeline is written into the contract.
What areas do you serve for deck building and repair?
Houston and the north and northeast suburbs including The Woodlands, Conroe, Spring, Humble, Kingwood and Atascocita, plus the Lake Livingston area: Livingston, Onalaska, Coldspring, Oakhurst, Huntsville, Willis, Cleveland, New Caney, Porter, Shepherd and Point Blank.
Have a deck that needs attention?
Send a few photos of the problem areas, or book the free on-site estimate. You get a written proposal with a fixed price and a start date.
Tell us about your deck
Share the room, the scope and what matters most to you. You will hear back the same business day.