7 Smart Tips for Building the Perfect Deck in Sacramento
Whether you’re dreaming of weekend BBQs or a relaxing backyard hangout, building a deck is one of the best upgrades you can make to your home. But before the sawdust flies, here are 7 smart tips to make sure your custom deck turns out exactly how you want it.
1. Think About How You’ll Use It
Start with the end in mind. Hosting parties? Morning coffee? Spa surround? Knowing how you’ll use your deck helps us design the right size, layout, and features for your lifestyle.
2. Choose the Right Materials for Sacramento’s Climate
We get hot summers, wet winters, and everything in between. That’s why we recommend Trex composite decking—it resists fading, mold, splintering, and heat better than most wood.
3. Go Beyond the Rectangle
Multi-level platforms, picture frame borders, wraparounds, integrated benches—your deck doesn’t have to be a plain box. We build custom layouts that match your home’s architecture and your personality.
4. Include Lighting in Your Plan
You’ll thank yourself later. From post lights to stair lights to under-rail glow, good lighting isn’t just for looks—it makes your deck safer, more functional, and way cooler at night.
5. Make Railings Part of the Design
Don’t treat them like an afterthought. We install custom railing systems—iron, cable, composite, glass—designed to give you both security and a killer view.
6. Don’t Skip the Consultation
A quick quote over the phone won’t cut it. We offer free, in-person design consultations across Sacramento, Rocklin, Roseville, Folsom, Elk Grove, and beyond—so you get a realistic plan and accurate quote.
7. Hire a Deck-Only Specialist
This isn’t a side gig for us. With 14+ years building decks exclusively, we know every trick, code, and best practice. General contractors do a lot of things—we just do one thing, really well.
Ready to Start Your Deck Project?
We’ll help you design and build a custom deck that’s beautiful, functional, and made to last. Whether you’re in Carmichael, Citrus Heights, Fair Oaks, Penryn, or El Dorado, we’ve got you covered.
