02 / CUSTOM DECKS

Decks built to
look beautiful
for decades

We build decks that survive freeze-thaw and still photograph beautifully in composite, premium cedar and pressure treated lumber.

Custom Decks
"Most deck failures come from three things: undersized footings, surface fasteners that rust, and bad water management. We solve all three by default."
— Build 4 Outdoors
No. 01

Engineered Substructure

Number of sonotubes depends on the deck size. All sonotubes must be installed 4 ft below grade.

No. 02

Inset Lighting

Riser and post lights wired during framing — no surface conduit.

No. 03

Pergolas & Privacy

Optional pergolas, screen walls, and built-in benches.

The materials

What we build with.

M.01
Composite, pressure treated, cedar
M.02
Hidden stainless fasteners
M.03
Aluminum, glass or pressure treated railings
M.04
Low voltage LED lighting
  • Composite & cedar
  • Integrated lighting
  • Pergolas & seating
  • Multi-level designs
The process

Five chapters, one deck.

Timeline: 2–4 weeks on-site.

  1. 01

    Design consult

    On-site visit to discuss layout, levels, materials, lighting, and shade.

  2. 02

    Footings

    Helical piles or sonotube footings sized to soil and load — no floating decks.

  3. 03

    Framing

    Pressure-treated joists, proper joist tape, and engineered ledger connection.

  4. 04

    Decking & rails

    Composite or cedar boards, hidden fasteners, glass or aluminum railings.

  5. 05

    Lighting & finish

    Inset riser lights, post caps, skirting, and final cleanup.

Questions, answered

Before you ask.

Composite vs. Pressure Treated+

Composite decking is virtually maintenance-free, offers long-lasting uniform colour, and has a lifespan of 25–30 years. Pressure-treated decking has a lower upfront cost but requires regular maintenance.

Do you require a permit?+

If the structure is attached to the house, it will require a permit regardless of size.

Can you add a pergola later?+

If we know upfront, we'll reinforce the posts so a pergola can be added cleanly anytime.

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  • Serving Toronto & the GTA