Deck Construction
Custom decks engineered for Texas heat, rain, and real life.
Outdoor living that survives Texas weather
A deck in Houston lives a hard life: brutal sun, 50 inches of rain a year, and humidity that eats unsealed lumber. The difference between a deck that sags and splinters in five years and one that hosts family dinners for twenty is engineering — footings sized for our soils, framing that meets code with margin, flashing that keeps water out of your house, and materials chosen for this climate. That’s how IronCrest builds them.
What’s included
- Design & materials guidance — layout, elevations, and honest wood-vs-composite pricing for your budget.
- Permits & HOA approvals — drawings and paperwork handled for your city, county, or association.
- Footings & framing — properly sized piers for Gulf Coast soils and code-compliant structure, flashed and fastened to last.
- Decking & railing — wood or composite surfaces, railing systems, stairs, and skirting with clean finish detail.
- Finishing touches — staining and sealing, lighting, ceiling fans, and pergolas or covers when you want shade.
The details that decide how long a deck lasts
Most deck failures start at the ledger board — where the deck meets the house. Improper flashing there rots the band joist and lets water into the wall. We flash and fasten that connection to spec on every build, use hardware rated for treated lumber, and set piers below the movement zone of Houston’s clay soils. Invisible details, decade-long payoff.
Our process
- Site visit & design — we measure, talk through how you’ll use the space, and propose a layout.
- Quote & approvals — itemized pricing, then permits and HOA sign-off handled for you.
- Build — an experienced crew, a clean site, and a schedule we keep.
- Final walkthrough — every board, rail, and fastener checked before we call it done.
What's included
- Custom wood & composite decks
- Covered decks & pergolas
- Code-compliant footings & framing
- Staining, railing & lighting
Frequently asked questions
Wood or composite — which should I choose?
Composite costs more up front but shrugs off Houston humidity with minimal upkeep. Pressure-treated pine and hardwoods cost less initially but need regular sealing. We'll price both so you can decide with real numbers.
Do decks need permits in the Houston area?
Often yes — depending on size, height, attachment to the house, and your jurisdiction or HOA. We handle permitting and HOA approval paperwork as part of the project.
How long does a deck build take?
Most decks are built in 3–10 working days once permits and materials are in hand. Covered structures and outdoor living areas run longer — we give you a schedule before we start.
Can you add a roof or pergola over my deck?
Yes — covered decks, pergolas, and full outdoor living spaces are core work for us, engineered and tied into your home's structure correctly.