Santa Margarita Deck Contractors

Consider the following kinds of decks that may be an option for you and your home:

• Tile & Stone Decks. Deck tiles may be the answer you are looking for if you are interested in something that is simple to install, maintain, and can last for many years. Tiles can be made from nearly any material, from wood and composite to stones, such as ceramic and granite. These tiles can vary greatly in cost depending on the type of material and, likewise, the installation costs can fluctuate depending on the scope of your project. Tiles also work great if you have an existing deck with a structure that is in good shape, but has a surface that needs to be replaced. DeckTech, Inc. has designed, installed, and repaired countless tile and stone decks and knows how best protect them from their greatest threat: water intrusion.

• Wood Decks. Wood is the most common type of deck. There are numerous of different types of wood, giving you a good amount of design flexibility and a number of different look options, including cedar, redwood, bamboo, and others. Wood decks tend to be the least expensive, with simple “pressure treated” wood being the cheapest of them all (some exotic woods can elevate prices significantly). However, the trade-off is that wood decks require a much greater amount of care and maintenance to prolong their life. You will need to consistently re-seal a wooden deck in order to keep it in top shape, and frequent coats of paint or stain will be necessary if you want to maintain a specific look.

• Composite Decks. Composite deck boards are composed of a mixture of recycled plastic mixed with wood fibers. This creates a durable material available in a wide variety of colors which is a lot more resistant to weather beating than a traditional wood deck. These are also usually more pest-resistant than normal wood as well, making them a little more reliable in areas where termites tend to be a major issue. While they tend to be lower in cost, they do not have the same look as a traditional wood deck, and likewise have a different feel, as well.

• Vinyl Decks. There is one thing for certain: vinyl is not wood, so you should not expect vinyl to feel or look exactly like wood at all. However, vinyl requires very little maintenance and is highly resistant to mold, mildew, and staining compared to other materials. Vinyl is available in a wide range of colors, requires no refinishing or staining, and can be easily cleaned with a hose or pressure washer. However, like wood, vinyl is not weatherproof and is prone to cracking and expansion in excessive sunlight.