Virginia Deck Builder

Deck or Porch Building - A deck or porch can be a great place to spend the day reading a book, barbecuing on the grill or enjoying a day (or night) with family and friends. But a deck also becomes an extension of your living space by adding square footage to your home. This can increase curb appeal, raise your property taxes and make your home more valuable. With such an important investment on the line, it’s in your best interests to find a reliable licensed and insured professional decking or porch contractor to complete the project.

Licensing and Insurance

While some states do not require the need for a deck building license, for those that do, the local building department can provide you a list of licensed decking contractors in your area. Some states require deck builders to obtain a general contractors license. Insurance for liability and workers compensation is a must have for any building contractor in any state to make sure you don’t get stuck with a hospital bill if someone gets hurt on your job.

Experience and References

Just because your prospective deck installer has the license and insurance required to do the work, doesn’t mean that they are going to do a good job. A long list of past satisfied customers can tell you that your prospective deck builder has pleased plenty of clients in the past. A solid portfolio can also ensure that your deck builder has the right stuff to match your design ideas and standards.  Always ask for at least three contactable references from your deck builder and follow up with a call or a visit.

Materials

Choosing the right material for your deck and your budget can be a tough job. A good deck building contractor can help you to find the right materials for your deck. Choose a deck contractor who is well versed in the many materials on the deck building market. A deck installer with experience in composite decking might not know what it takes to do an aluminum deck. Always choose an installer that is experienced in the materials you plan on using for your deck.