If you have not worked with a custom deck builder before, the process can feel like a black box. Here is exactly what working with us looks like.

Step One: Free In-Home Consultation

It starts with a phone call. We schedule a free in-home consultation at a time that works for you. Someone from our team comes to your home, walks the property, listens to what you have in mind, and takes measurements.

There is no high-pressure sales tactic and no obligation. The goal of the visit is to understand what you want and what is possible.

Step Two: Design and Estimate

After the visit, we put together a design concept and a written estimate. The estimate breaks down materials, labor, permits, and any specific features. You see exactly what you are paying for.

If the project is complex, we may sketch options or bring you renderings so you can picture the finished deck before committing.

Step Three: Material Selection

Once you decide to move forward, we work through the details. Decking color and material. Railing style. Lighting plan. Any add-on features like covered roofs, screened porches, or pergolas.

We bring samples to your home so you can see how each material looks against your specific house and lighting conditions.

Step Four: Permits and Approvals

We pull all required permits and submit any HOA paperwork. You do not have to chase the county or argue with the architectural committee. We handle it.

Timelines vary by jurisdiction. We give you a realistic window based on the specific county and any HOA involved.

Step Five: Scheduling the Build

Once permits are in hand and materials are ordered, we schedule the build. You get a clear start date and an estimated finish window.

If our calendar is full, we tell you up front. We do not promise dates we cannot keep.

Step Six: Construction

Our crew shows up on the agreed start date and works until the deck is finished. A project manager oversees the build and stays in regular communication with you. If something needs a decision, you hear from us. If something changes, you hear from us.

We protect your property. We clean up at the end of every day. We treat your home like our own.

Step Seven: Inspections

We schedule the framing inspection during construction and the final inspection at the end. Inspectors confirm that the deck meets every code requirement.

Once the inspection is passed, the deck is officially complete and you have the documentation to prove it.

Step Eight: Final Walk-Through

We walk the finished deck with you and create a punch list of any small items to address. Most of the time the list is short. Whatever is on it, we come back to handle quickly.

We do not consider a project done until you are happy with what you see.

After the Build

We stand behind our work. If something is not right after the build, we come back. The relationship does not end at final payment.

Many of our customers come back years later for additional projects, and many recommend us to their neighbors. That is the business we have built since 2007.

Ready to Get Started

If you are ready to talk about a deck, screened porch, or any other custom outdoor living space, we would love to hear from you. The first call is always free, and the only commitment is to listen to what you have in mind.

Pro Tips From Our Crews

• Schedule your free consultation a few months ahead of your target use date.

• Bring inspiration photos and rough budget thoughts to the first meeting.

• Ask the project manager about communication preferences early.

• Walk the construction zone occasionally during the build to see progress.

• Use the punch-list walk-through to flag every detail. We come back to handle it.

Working with a deck builder should feel like working with a partner, not navigating a transaction. We try hard to be the kind of company that listens, communicates clearly, and follows through. The relationships we have built with customers over the years, including many who come back for additional projects, are the real proof that the approach works.

Common Questions From North Georgia Homeowners

What if I am not sure exactly what I want?

That is completely normal and we plan for it. Our consultation process is designed to help you discover what fits your home and life. Many customers come to us with a vague idea and leave with a clear vision after the design phase.

How do I know if you are the right builder for my project?

Talk to us. The first call and the in-home consultation are free with no obligation. You will get a sense of how we communicate, how we listen, and how we approach the work. From there you can decide if it is a good fit.

Serving North Georgia

We design and build custom decks, screened porches, covered decks, pergolas, and outdoor living spaces across North Georgia. That includes Pickens, Cherokee, Gilmer, Fannin, Dawson, Forsyth, Bartow, Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton, Gwinnett, Hall, Lumpkin, Murray, Paulding, Union, and Gordon counties. If you are anywhere in our service area, we would love the chance to come walk your property and talk through what we can build for you.