Decks and stairs built for Kootenay winters

Deck work we take on

• New decks, from a small landing to a full backyard deck
• Rebuilding a deck with rotten framing or failing posts
• Replacing tired boards and railings on a solid frame
• Outdoor stairs, including long runs down a hillside lot
• Footings and posts set below the frost line, to BC Building Code requirements

Planning your deck

Most local towns ask for a building permit for a new deck, and in rural Central Kootenay areas it applies once a deck is more than 2 ft (0.6 m) above the ground. We'll tell you what your address needs before we start.

Snow load matters for framing. Rossland and higher neighbourhoods get far more snow than the valley floor, and the joists and beams have to be sized for it.

Choose materials for upkeep, not just looks. Pressure-treated wood costs less up front; composite boards cost more but need little care. We'll price both if you're unsure.