Make more of the space outside.
Explore deck repairs, replacement and railing options with the structure and connection to your house in mind.
Start below the surface
A deck surface can hide the condition of the framing beneath it. The scope should distinguish surface work from structural changes and address the ledger, supports, stairs and railings as applicable.
Useful details for your request
Describe how you want to use the space, its approximate size and whether you are keeping the existing footprint. Include a view of the stairs and the underside if safely accessible.
See the connections.
A deck, its railings, windows and siding meet in one exterior. Consider how your proposed changes work with what is already there.
Photo from the owner’s exterior archive; not a separate RainFort case study or a claim about a specific installation.
Before you get started
Can I get a price from a photo?
Photos help explain the request. The condition, measurements and scope still need to be confirmed before a project price can be agreed.
What if the work uncovers another issue?
Ask how additional findings and changes will be documented in the proposal. Discuss any changed scope and cost before authorizing additional work.
Where do you work?
Our focus is Seattle and the Eastside. See the service area and send your city with the request.
Start with what you want to change.
Tell us about the project. We’ll discuss the next step with you.
Explore your preliminary estimate
Choose materials and dimensions. Include one service or combine several in the total.
Project questions
Why does the ledger matter so much?
The ledger connects a deck to the house. Its condition and water-management details belong in the assessment.
Do I need a permit?
Permit requirements depend on the property and scope. Confirm the applicable requirements before work begins; the calculator offers a permit allowance.
Composite or cedar?
Compare the appearance, upkeep and specifications of the proposed products. The calculator lets you compare the original material rates.
Can you replace just the surface and keep my frame?
The existing frame needs assessment before it can be reused. A surface-only scope depends on its condition and suitability.