# Ace Deck Solutions > Deck builder in Brooklyn, NY. We build, repair, and refinish decks across Brooklyn and the surrounding towns, from a small board replacement to a full multi-level build off the back of the house. ## Contact - Phone: (718) 790-4778 - Quote request: https://brooklyndeckbuilder.com/contact - Hours: Open 7 days, 8am to 8pm ## Service area - Brooklyn, NY - Queens, NY - Manhattan, NY - Bronx, NY - Staten Island, NY - Newark, NY - Jersey City, NY - Yonkers, NY - Paterson, NY - Elizabeth, NY - New Rochelle, NY - White Plains, NY ## Services - **Deck Installation**: We set footings below the frost line, typically around 36 inches in this area, so the deck doesn't heave when the ground freezes. - **Deck Repair**: Most repair calls start with a soft spot underfoot or a railing that's started to move. - **Deck Staining & Sealing**: We pressure wash the deck first and let it dry out for a day or two before anything goes on, since sealer trapped over damp wood just peels. - **Custom Deck Design**: We lay out multi-level decks, built-in benches, and stair placement around how your yard actually slopes, not a stock template. - **Deck Railing Installation**: Baluster spacing has to stay under 4 inches by code, and required railing height changes depending on how far the deck sits above grade. - **Composite Decking Conversion**: If the joists and beams underneath are still sound, we can pull off old wood boards and install composite decking without rebuilding the frame. - **Deck Framing Repair**: Rot usually shows up first at the post bases near grade and at the ledger board bolted to the house. - **Deck Demolition & Removal**: We tear out the old deck down to the footings and haul away every board, joist, and fastener, including pressure-treated lumber that can't go in a regular dumpster in some towns. - **Deck Safety Inspections**: We check ledger bolt spacing, post connections, joist hanger condition, and railing stability, the things that actually cause a deck to fail rather than just look old. - **Pergolas & Deck Shade Structures**: We build pergolas and shade structures attached to an existing deck or standing on their own footings. ## Pages - [Home](https://brooklyndeckbuilder.com/): overview of the business and the work it does - [Services](https://brooklyndeckbuilder.com/services): every service, with what each job involves - [About](https://brooklyndeckbuilder.com/about): who runs it and how it works - [Contact](https://brooklyndeckbuilder.com/contact): quote form and service area - [Our Work](https://brooklyndeckbuilder.com/gallery): photographs of completed jobs - [Blog](https://brooklyndeckbuilder.com/blog): practical guides on deck builder work - [How to Pick a Deck Builder in Brooklyn, NY](https://brooklyndeckbuilder.com/blog/how-to-pick-a-deck-builder-in-brooklyn-ny) ## Common questions ### How much does a new deck cost in Brooklyn? A pressure-treated deck typically runs less per square foot than a composite deck, and the final number depends on size, height off the ground, railing style, and whether stairs or built-in seating are part of the design. A simple ground-level platform costs far less than a second-story deck that requires engineered footings. Get a written quote before comparing prices, since two quotes for 'the same deck' rarely include the same materials. ### Are you licensed and insured to build decks in New York? Deck construction in New York City and most surrounding towns requires a licensed contractor, and anything attached to the house also requires a permit. Ask any deck contractor for proof of insurance before they start work, since an uninsured worker injury on your property can become your liability. ### How soon can you start my deck project? Start dates depend on the season and how far out the schedule already is, with spring and early summer being the busiest stretch for deck work. Smaller repair jobs can usually get worked in faster than a full new build, which needs a permit and inspection lined up first. ### What towns do you build decks in? Deck work is available throughout Brooklyn and the surrounding area, generally within about a 50 mile radius. Confirm the specific town when requesting a quote, since travel distance can affect scheduling on smaller jobs. ### Do you build decks on co-ops, condos, or rental properties? Deck work on condos and co-ops usually requires sign-off from the building or HOA before construction starts, in addition to any city permit. Rental property owners should plan for tenant access and noise during the build, which affects how the schedule gets set. ### Will you take on a small deck repair, or only full builds? Small repairs, like replacing a few rotted boards or tightening a wobbly railing, are worth calling about even if it seems minor. Ignoring a soft board or loose railing post usually turns a small fix into a framing repair within a year or two. ### How do I get started if I want a deck built or fixed? Call or send details about the deck, including its rough size and what's wrong with it if it's a repair, and a visit gets scheduled to look at the site in person. A written quote follows that visit, usually within a few days, covering materials and the scope of work. ### What affects the price of a deck the most? Decking material makes the biggest difference, since composite and PVC decking cost significantly more per square foot than pressure-treated lumber. Height above grade, stair count, railing style, and distance from where materials can be delivered all move the number as well. ### Do you require a deposit before starting work? Most deck contractors require a deposit before ordering materials, with the balance due on completion or in stages for larger jobs. A written quote spells out the payment schedule before any work begins, so there's no confusion partway through. ### What happens if it rains during my deck build? Framing work generally stops in heavy rain, since wet lumber and power tools don't mix well and footings can't get poured into standing water. A few rain days get built into most deck schedules, and a longer stretch of bad weather just shifts the completion date back. ### Do I need a permit to build a deck in Brooklyn? Any deck attached to a house, or built more than roughly 30 inches above grade, generally requires a permit in New York City. Ground-level, freestanding decks under a certain size sometimes qualify for exemptions, but that varies by borough and lot, so it's worth confirming before framing starts. ### How long does it take to build a deck? A straightforward ground-level deck usually takes one to two weeks from footings to final boards, weather permitting. A multi-level deck with stairs, custom railing, or a permit-required inspection can run three to four weeks once inspection wait times are counted. ### Can a deck be built to fit a specific budget? Decking material is usually the first place to adjust for budget, since pressure-treated lumber costs less upfront than composite or hardwood decking. Simplifying the railing style or reducing the footprint by a few feet are other ways to bring a quote down without cutting corners on the framing. ### Is deck work guaranteed? Workmanship on deck construction is typically covered for a period after completion, and decking materials like composite boards usually carry their own manufacturer warranty separate from the labor warranty. Ask for the specifics in writing before the job starts, since warranty terms vary by material brand. ### Who do I talk to during the project if I have questions? One point of contact typically handles scheduling and questions for the length of a deck project, rather than passing the homeowner between different crew members. That same person is who calls if a delay or a change comes up mid-build. ### What decking material should I choose? Pressure-treated lumber costs the least and requires re-staining every couple of years, composite decking costs more upfront but skips the sanding and staining cycle almost entirely, and hardwoods like ipe fall in between on price with a longer lifespan if maintained. The right choice usually comes down to how much yearly upkeep someone is willing to do. ### Can I still use my yard while the deck is being built? Part of the yard near the build area gets blocked off for material storage and safety while footings and framing are underway. The rest of the property generally stays usable, and access gets discussed ahead of time if the deck is the only route to a door. ### How should I prepare my yard before deck construction starts? Clear furniture, planters, and anything stored under an existing deck before the crew arrives, since that area has to stay accessible for demolition or footing work. Mark any underground sprinkler lines or buried wiring, since footing holes can go three feet down or more. ### What if rot or damage turns up once the old deck comes off? Hidden rot at the ledger board or a cracked footing sometimes only shows up once the old decking is removed, and that gets flagged before any new framing goes in. Any extra repair cost gets discussed and approved before the work happens, not added to the final bill as a surprise. ### How do I take care of a new deck once it's finished? Pressure-treated decks generally require re-staining every two to three years depending on sun exposure, while composite decking mainly just needs periodic washing to keep mildew off. Keep planters and grills off the boards long-term, since trapped moisture underneath is what starts rot early. ### How long have you been building decks? Deck construction and repair make up the core of this work, built on general carpentry and framing experience before that. The focus stays on decks, railings, and the structures attached to them rather than spreading across every type of home improvement. ### Do you use your own crew or subcontractors? The same crew typically handles a deck job from framing through final decking, rather than passing the work to rotating subcontractors. Specialty work like electrical for deck lighting sometimes involves a licensed sub, and that gets disclosed upfront. ### Can I see photos of decks you've built before? Photos of past deck projects are available on request, including examples of different decking materials, railing styles, and framing repairs. Seeing a few examples close to a specific deck size or style is usually more useful than a generic photo gallery. ### Why hire a smaller deck builder instead of a big remodeling company? A smaller deck-focused crew tends to spend more time on the framing and footing details that don't show once the decking goes down, instead of subcontracting that part to the lowest bidder. Direct contact with the person actually building the deck also tends to catch problems earlier than going through a project manager at a large firm. ### What area are you based in and how far do you travel? Deck work here is based out of Brooklyn, NY and covers the surrounding area within roughly a 50 mile radius. Travel distance can affect scheduling for smaller repair jobs more than it does for full deck builds. ### How far out is your schedule usually booked? Deck building schedules fill up fastest in spring, since most homeowners want a new deck ready before summer. Fall and winter tend to have more open scheduling, and permit-required jobs planned for early spring often get started over the winter instead. ### Do you clean up the site after a deck job? Old decking, joist and footing debris, and packaging from new material all get hauled off at the end of a deck job, not left for the homeowner to deal with. Pressure-treated lumber gets disposed of according to local rules rather than left in a regular dumpster. ### What happens if something gets damaged on my property during the work? A licensed deck contractor carries liability insurance that covers accidental damage to fencing, landscaping, or the house itself during construction. Ask to see a current certificate of insurance before work starts, and any damage should be documented and addressed as part of the job, not left as a separate dispute. ### Will you finish a deck that another contractor started or left unfinished? Taking over a deck another contractor left partway through is common, especially after a permit issue or a contractor who didn't finish the job. The framing gets inspected first to confirm it's sound and built to code before any new decking or railing goes on top of it. ### How can I tell if deck work is being done correctly while it's happening? Footings should be inspected before they're covered with concrete, ledger boards should be flashed and bolted rather than just nailed, and joist spacing should match the decking manufacturer's specifications. Asking to see the framing before the deck boards go down is a reasonable request, and a contractor confident in the work won't mind showing it. --- Last updated 2026-08-20.