Ledger first
The board where the deck meets the house is the usual rot point in this climate. We flash and waterproof that joint before any decking goes down.
DECKS
Custom Deck Construction for King County Homes
GetHomeFix builds decks that stay solid after a King County winter. We flash the ledger, size the footings for the slope, and install composite or cedar surfaces with railings matched to the house — under one written estimate.
What the project includes
- Tear-out of a failed deck when the framing is no longer worth saving
- Footings, beams and joists sized for the span and the slope
- Ledger flashing and a drained connection at the house
- Decking, stairs, railings and privacy screens in the same scope
- A written schedule, usually 6–12 days once materials are on site
What matters on the Eastside
Hardware for wet-dry cycles
Hot-dip galvanized or stainless connectors, not indoor-rated screws that rust out by the second winter.
Permits differ by city
Bellevue, Kirkland, Mercer Island and Sammamish each set their own height, footing and ledger rules. We walk you through the one that applies to your address.
Decks by city
Each city page covers the permit desk, the HOA habits and the conditions we actually meet at that address.
Materials
Choose the product
Every material below is its own page: what it is right for, what it costs you in maintenance, and where we would talk you out of it.
Composite Decking
Capped composite boards that skip the yearly stain, installed over framing that can actually carry them.
- Trex or TimberTech capped composite, in a color matched to the siding and trim
- Joist spacing that meets the board manufacturer, not a generic 16-inch guess
- Hidden fastener or plug systems, with a picture-frame border on most layouts
Cedar Decking
Western red cedar decking with a finish schedule that matches how wet the yard actually is.
- Select-grade cedar decking, not construction-grade boards sold as a finished surface
- Stainless or hot-dip fasteners that will not stripe the boards black
- Spaced decking and ventilated framing so the underside can dry
Covered Patios
Steel or timber covers that let you use the deck in a light rain, tied into the house so water does not run back at the wall.
- A cover designed with the deck, not bolted on after the fact
- Steel or timber frame, posts and footings sized for the roof load
- Polycarbonate, metal or a membrane roof, chosen for light and runoff
Deck Railings
Cable, aluminum and wood railings, built to the guard height your city inspects — and to the view you do not want to block.
- Posts anchored into the frame, not only into the deck boards
- Cable, metal picket or wood infill, with a top rail you can lean on
- Stair rails and graspable handrails where the rise requires them
Deck Staining & Refinishing
Wash, brighten, sand and stain — or an honest recommendation to rebuild when the frame is gone.
- Wash and mildew treatment before any stain is opened
- Sanding or brightening where the old finish has failed
- A stain or oil chosen for open decks versus covered decks
Not sure which material?
We bring samples to the house and price two options on the same scope, so the comparison is real.
Request an estimateHow it works
Four steps from first call to final walkthrough
The same sequence on a repair or a full exterior.
01
Free consultation
Call or send the form. We schedule a visit at the house and confirm we cover the address.
02
Scope and fixed estimate
We measure, talk through materials, and hand you a written itemized price. That price is the price.
03
Permits and build
You typically pull the permit. We tell you what the city will look at, then run the job with one project manager.
04
Walkthrough
We walk the finished work with you, close the punch list, and go over the warranty terms for that project.
Questions
Before you call
How long does a deck take to build?
Most deck projects run 6–12 days depending on size and whether an old deck needs to come out first. Stairs, built-ins or a cover push toward the longer end. The written estimate includes the schedule.
Composite or cedar?
Composite (Trex or TimberTech) if you want a surface that does not need a stain cycle. Cedar if you want the grain and are willing to maintain it. We will price both on the same frame so you can compare.
Do you handle permits?
Permitting is typically handled by the homeowner. We tell you what your city asks for and what the inspector will look at, so the process is not a guess.
Ready when you are
Get a written estimate this week
Call (425) 555-0123, or send the form and we will schedule the visit. We reply within one business day.