Decks & Outdoor
An outdoor space is structural before it is decorative. Get the bearers, joists and house attachment wrong and the deck moves in its first winter. We engineer first and build second.
01Scope of work
What we do, end to end
One contract, one builder, one number to call. We handle the whole project from the first site visit to handover.
- 01Site assessment and engineered foundation design
- 02Hardwood, treated timber or composite decking
- 03Bearers, joists and house attachment
- 04Balustrades detailed to the Building Code
- 05Pergolas, louvres and outdoor kitchens
- 06Stairs, ramps and access
02Where the value sits
Engineered where it needs to be
Anything at height gets a structural design. We engage the engineer and we file the consent. You get a deck that will not fail.
House attachment done right
Flashed, sealed against the building wrap, and fixed into solid framing. The most common deck failure we get called to is bad house attachment rotting the wall behind it.
Honest material advice
Vitex looks beautiful and lasts. Kwila is cheaper and bleeds tannins into whatever is below it. Composite is low maintenance and reads as plastic up close. We will talk you through the trade-offs rather than sell you one.
Balustrades that pass
Glass, slat or wire, all detailed to the Building Code so they pass inspection. No surprises at handover.
03Common questions
Worth knowing
before you ring
Do decks need a building consent?
Height above ground and attachment to the house are what decide it. Low freestanding decks often do not need consent; raised or attached decks do. We will know within a few minutes of looking at the site.
What is the best decking material?
There is no single best. Vitex is our default for character and longevity. If maintenance is your priority, composite. If the budget is tight, treated pine, but expect to be replacing boards inside twenty years.
Can you build a pergola or outdoor room over the deck?
Yes, and that is where we add the most value. Engineered roof structures, motorised louvres, integrated lighting and heating. Quote the deck and the structure together so the posts are right the first time.
How long does a deck take?
A standard rear deck is one and a half to three weeks. A deck with pergola, balustrade and stairs runs three to five.
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