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Deck Builders · Houston, TXLast reviewed November 2026

8 Best Deck Builders in Houston, TX (2026)

TenBestFind ranks 8 deck builders in Houston, TX. Each company was checked against the criteria set out under How we chose. Lists name up to ten companies, and this one stops at 8 because only 8 met them. The list was last reviewed on November 11, 2026.

Houston Builders Inc, Mr. Handyman of NW Houston and Jersey Village and Texan Landscape Group lead our list of deck builders in Houston, followed by Luxurious Construction, SK Houston Constructions, Home Remedy, Dawn Designs Texas and Absolute Lawn Care and Landscaping. Texan Landscape Group stands out for publishing its deck prices, $35 to $65 per square foot for wood and $45 to $85 for composite, and SK Houston Constructions says it handles the city deck permit itself. Every company here has a staffed address inside Houston city limits, at least 4.5 stars and 50 or more Google reviews, and a website that lists deck building. Only eight passed, because most dedicated deck builders around Houston work from homes, virtual offices or unincorporated Harris County, show no street address on Google, or have fewer than 50 reviews.

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Our top 8 deck builders in Houston

Houston decks rarely fail from frost. The ground here almost never freezes deep enough to matter, but the residential code the city uses, based on the International Residential Code, still calls for footings at least 12 inches below undisturbed ground. The bigger problem is the soil. Much of Houston sits on expansive clay that swells after heavy rain and shrinks in dry spells, and that movement can heave or settle deck piers and pull a ledger away from the house. Ask how deep the piers will go, whether they bear on undisturbed soil, and how water will drain away from them, especially on lots that hold water after a storm. Moisture and heat decide the material. Pressure-treated pine is the budget choice, but in Houston humidity it needs regular cleaning and sealing, and cedar needs fresh stain every few years. Composite and PVC boards resist rot and insects better, though dark boards get very hot in August sun, which is why many Houston decks end up under a pergola or a solid patio cover. Formosan and native subterranean termites are active across the region, so ask about treated framing, ground clearance and whether the builder leaves an inspection gap under the deck. Most decks in Houston need a permit from the Houston Permitting Center. The city's residential permit exceptions cover only a deck of 200 square feet or less that is not attached to the house, does not serve an exit door and sits less than 30 inches above grade. A deck that fails any one of those tests needs a permit, and plans may need more detail if the deck carries a roof or sits in a mapped floodplain. The structural basics are the same as in any code city. A deck attached to the house needs a ledger fastened with bolts or structural screws and flashed so water cannot get behind the siding, never nails alone. A walking surface more than 30 inches above grade needs a guard at least 36 inches high with openings small enough that a 4 inch sphere cannot pass through, and stairs need a graspable handrail and even risers. Near a pool, the fence and gates around it also have to meet pool barrier rules. Before anyone digs, call Texas 811 at least two business days ahead, not counting weekends and holidays, so buried gas, electric and fiber lines are marked. Houston has no zoning, but many neighborhoods are bound by deed restrictions or homeowners associations that control setbacks, deck height, materials and patio cover rooflines, and the city can enforce some deed restrictions itself. Get written approval before you sign a contract. Texas has no state licence for deck builders, remodelers or general contractors, and Houston does not license them either. Ask every builder whose name the permit will be filed under, for a certificate of liability insurance, and for addresses of past deck jobs you can look up in the city's permit records. Wiring for deck lighting or fans needs an electrician licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Put the decking brand, railing system, pier depth and warranty terms in the written contract.

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  1. 01

    Best for a deck added during a larger renovation

    Houston Builders Inc

    4.9(91 Google reviews)
    Best forAdditions and full-house renovations with named project managers
    In businessNot listed
    WarrantyThe site advertises a lifetime construction warranty. Its terms are not published, so ask for them in writing.
    EmergencyNot listed

    Why we picked them

    Houston Builders Inc has 4.9 stars from 91 Google reviews, a dedicated deck and patio page and a deck cost guide for Houston homeowners.

    What we like

    • 4.9 stars from 91 Google reviews
    • Deck page covers wood, hardwood, composite and PVC boards
    • Named project managers praised for daily crew updates

    Things to consider

    • Recent reviews describe interiors and additions, so ask for deck references

    Services

    • Whole-home renovation
    • Permitting and inspections
    Key details
    Best for
    Additions and full-house renovations with named project managers
    Service area
    Houston
    Address
    11415 Chimney Rock Rd
    Warranty
    The site advertises a lifetime construction warranty. Its terms are not published, so ask for them in writing.
    Financing
    Available
    Credentials
    Licensed and insured (number not published)
  2. 02

    Best for deck repairs, rot fixes and small builds

    Mr. Handyman of NW Houston and Jersey Village

    4.8(382 Google reviews)
    Best forDeck repairs, rot fixes and small deck builds in northwest Houston
    In business9 years
    WarrantyNeighborly Done Right Promise: report a problem within one year of service and the office says it will make it right.
    EmergencyNot listed

    Why we picked them

    Mr. Handyman of NW Houston and Jersey Village has 4.8 stars from 382 Google reviews and an office deck page covering repair, staining and new construction.

    What we like

    • 4.8 stars from 382 Google reviews
    • Deck page runs from board replacement to full construction
    • Neighborly Done Right Promise covers one year after service

    Things to consider

    • A franchise handyman service, better suited to repairs than large builds
    Key details
    Best for
    Deck repairs, rot fixes and small deck builds in northwest Houston
    Service area
    Houston
    Address
    10500 Northwest Fwy Ste 112
    Years in business
    9 years
    Warranty
    Neighborly Done Right Promise: report a problem within one year of service and the office says it will make it right.
    Financing
    Available
    Credentials
    Liability insurance (as stated by company)
  3. 03

    Best for published deck pricing and detailed specs

    Texan Landscape Group

    4.9(264 Google reviews)
    Best forDesign-build backyards in Memorial and River Oaks
    In businessNot listed
    WarrantyWorkmanship warranty written into the project agreement, with coverage lengths set per project. Manufacturer warranties on turf, pavers, lighting and irrigation parts are registered in the homeowner's name where required.
    EmergencyNot listed

    Why we picked them

    Texan Landscape Group has 4.9 stars from 264 Google reviews and separate wood and composite deck pages with prices posted up front.

    What we like

    • Publishes $35 to $65 per sq ft for wood and $45 to $85 for composite
    • Inspects ledger flashing at the house wall as its own step
    • Founders Chris and Tony Gosselin stay on projects

    Things to consider

    • Focus is full backyard builds, less so small deck repairs

    Services

    • Lawn care
    • Hardscaping
    • Irrigation
    • Landscape design
    Key details
    Best for
    Design-build backyards in Memorial and River Oaks
    Service area
    Houston
    Address
    2000 Campbell Rd, Houston, TX
    Warranty
    Workmanship warranty written into the project agreement, with coverage lengths set per project. Manufacturer warranties on turf, pavers, lighting and irrigation parts are registered in the homeowner's name where required.
    Financing
    Available
  4. 04

    Best for a deck designed with the owner on site

    Luxurious Construction LLC

    5.0(92 Google reviews)
    Best forAttic conversions, room changes and custom renovations with the owner on site
    In businessNot listed
    WarrantyNot listed
    EmergencyNot listed

    Why we picked them

    Luxurious Construction LLC has 5.0 stars from 92 Google reviews and a deck and patio installation service led by its owner.

    What we like

    • 5.0 stars from 92 Google reviews
    • Design consultation before deck and patio work begins
    • Owner Giovanni described as reachable and hands-on

    Things to consider

    • Website prints no address, phone or licence number

    Services

    • Whole-home renovation
    Key details
    Best for
    Attic conversions, room changes and custom renovations with the owner on site
    Service area
    Houston
    Address
    11010 Old Katy Rd Ste C307
    Credentials
    Insured
  5. 05

    Best for a custom deck with the permit handled

    SK Houston Constructions

    4.8(189 Google reviews)
    Best forWhole-home, kitchen and bath remodels with financing
    In businessNot listed
    Warranty1 to 10 year warranty depending on the work, as stated on the company website
    EmergencyNot listed

    Why we picked them

    SK Houston Constructions has 4.8 stars from 189 Google reviews and a deck page that covers materials, multi-level designs and permits.

    What we like

    • Builds in pressure-treated wood, cedar, Trex, TimberTech and ipe
    • Says it handles the City of Houston deck permit
    • 0% financing offers and a 1 to 10 year warranty

    Things to consider

    • One detailed review describes crew changes and installation errors

    Services

    • Kitchen remodeling
    • Bathroom remodeling
    • Home additions
    Key details
    Best for
    Whole-home, kitchen and bath remodels with financing
    Service area
    Houston
    Address
    5151 Mitchelldale St Suite B2B
    Warranty
    1 to 10 year warranty depending on the work, as stated on the company website
    Financing
    Available
    Credentials
    BBB accredited, A+ rating, as stated by the company
  6. 06

    Best for replacing an old wood deck in an older home

    Home Remedy

    4.9(178 Google reviews)
    Best forKitchens, baths and custom cabinetry in Spring Branch and inside the Loop
    In businessNot listed
    WarrantyNot listed
    EmergencyNot listed

    Why we picked them

    Home Remedy has 4.9 stars from 178 Google reviews and lists deck replacement, wood decking and raised deck waterproofing.

    What we like

    • Replaces old decks and builds new wood decking
    • Waterproofs raised decks and balconies
    • Owner Mike Crigler cites more than 30 years in remodeling

    Things to consider

    • Composite decking is not mentioned on its deck page

    Services

    • Kitchen remodeling
    • Bathroom remodeling
    Key details
    Best for
    Kitchens, baths and custom cabinetry in Spring Branch and inside the Loop
    Service area
    Houston
    Address
    9505 Yupondale Dr
    Credentials
    Fully licensed and insured, as stated by the company
  7. 07

    Best for multi-level decks under one project manager

    Dawn Designs Texas

    4.9(102 Google reviews)
    Best forWhole-home remodels, additions and ADUs with one project manager
    In businessNot listed
    WarrantyNot listed
    EmergencyNot listed

    Why we picked them

    Dawn Designs Texas has 4.9 stars from 102 Google reviews and an outdoor remodeling service that covers deck rebuilds and multi-level platforms.

    What we like

    • Rebuilds decks in wood or composite with stairs and tiers
    • One project manager runs subs, scheduling and inspections
    • Open every day from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

    Things to consider

    • Website and Google list different phone numbers

    Services

    • Design-build
    • Whole-home renovation
    • Permitting and inspections
    Key details
    Best for
    Whole-home remodels, additions and ADUs with one project manager
    Service area
    Houston
    Address
    5757 Holly St Ste. B
    Credentials
    BBB Accredited Business
  8. 08

    Best for a deck built into a yard makeover

    Absolute Lawn Care and Landscaping

    4.8(314 Google reviews)
    Best forFull yard makeovers plus regular lawn care
    In businessNot listed
    WarrantyNot listed
    EmergencyNot listed

    Why we picked them

    Absolute Lawn Care and Landscaping has 4.8 stars from 314 Google reviews and deck installation and composite deck pages.

    What we like

    • 4.8 stars from 314 Google reviews
    • Attached, freestanding, multi-level and wraparound decks
    • Lawn care from the same office after the build

    Things to consider

    • Very long service menu, so confirm which crew builds decks

    Services

    • Lawn care
    • Hardscaping
    • Irrigation
    • Landscape design
    Key details
    Best for
    Full yard makeovers plus regular lawn care
    Service area
    Houston
    Address
    2221 Silver St, Houston, TX
    Financing
    Available

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Ranking position reflects our editorial review, not customer ratings.

Editorial comparison of the 8 ranked companies. Customer ratings, where shown, come from the source named on each company profile.
RankCompanyBest forKey servicesService areaGoogle ratingEmergencyProfile
01Houston Builders IncAdditions and full-house renovations with named project managersWhole-home renovation, Permitting and inspectionsHouston4.9(91)Not listedView
02Mr. Handyman of NW Houston and Jersey VillageDeck repairs, rot fixes and small deck builds in northwest HoustonHouston4.8(382)Not listedView
03Texan Landscape GroupDesign-build backyards in Memorial and River OaksLawn care, Hardscaping, IrrigationHouston4.9(264)Not listedView
04Luxurious Construction LLCAttic conversions, room changes and custom renovations with the owner on siteWhole-home renovationHouston5.0(92)Not listedView
05SK Houston ConstructionsWhole-home, kitchen and bath remodels with financingKitchen remodeling, Bathroom remodeling, Home additionsHouston4.8(189)Not listedView
06Home RemedyKitchens, baths and custom cabinetry in Spring Branch and inside the LoopKitchen remodeling, Bathroom remodelingHouston4.9(178)Not listedView
07Dawn Designs TexasWhole-home remodels, additions and ADUs with one project managerDesign-build, Whole-home renovation, Permitting and inspectionsHouston4.9(102)Not listedView
08Absolute Lawn Care and LandscapingFull yard makeovers plus regular lawn careLawn care, Hardscaping, IrrigationHouston4.8(314)Not listedView

Coverage

Decks companies serving Houston and nearby areas

Most companies in this ranking work across Texas and the surrounding suburbs. Coverage and travel fees vary, so confirm your address is inside the service area before scheduling.

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Nearby rankings

Service coverage across Houston. Individual company areas are listed on each profile.

Methodology

How we chose the best deck builders in Houston

We built this list on November 11, 2026. Google Places text search was over its daily quota, so candidates came from DataForSEO snapshots of Google Maps captured that day for deck builder in Houston, TX, deck contractor Houston, composite deck pergola construction Houston and 37 related searches, including deck repair, patio covers, pergolas, Trex decks and map-centered searches over the Heights, Memorial, Westchase, Kingwood, Clear Lake, Alief, Meyerland, northwest, north, east and south Houston and the Energy Corridor, about 860 places in all. The order follows the Google Maps position of each company in the first of those searches where it appeared. We read Google Place Details for every finalist and kept only companies rated 4.5 or higher with at least 50 reviews, an operating Google listing, a working website that lists deck building, a real logo and a staffed street address inside Houston city limits. Pasadena, Bellaire, West University Place, Katy, Sugar Land, Humble, Spring and unincorporated Harris County addresses with Houston mailing addresses were left out. We checked addresses with the US Census geocoder and the Harris Central Appraisal District parcel layer, and rejected home and apartment addresses, virtual and coworking offices and listings with no street address. Remodeling, landscaping and handyman firms were included only when their own website lists deck building. No company paid to be listed, and ratings were read on November 11, 2026.

Read our full ranking methodology
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Hiring

How to choose a deck builder in Houston

  1. Verify insurance and credentials

    Ask for a current certificate of insurance and confirm registration or licensing with the authority that issues it, not with the company.

  2. Ask for a written estimate

    Scope, materials, removal, disposal and who pulls the permit should all be named on the page rather than agreed on the doorstep.

  3. Compare multiple quotes

    Two or three bids on the same scope. A number far below the others usually means something has been left out of it.

  4. Understand the warranty

    Separate the manufacturer's warranty on materials from the company's own warranty on the work, and get both in writing.

  5. Ask who performs the work

    Find out whether the crew are employees or subcontractors, and who supervises them on the day.

  6. Check recent local projects

    Ask for addresses or photographs of comparable jobs finished nearby in the last year or two.

  7. Avoid high-pressure sales

    A discount that expires today, or a knock on the door after a storm, is a reason to slow down rather than sign.

  8. Get everything in writing

    Change orders, timeline and payment schedule included, before the first payment changes hands.

Questions to ask before hiring

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Red flags

  • No verifiable local business address or registration
  • Pressure to sign on the first visit
  • A demand for full payment up front
  • An offer to cover or waive your insurance deductible
  • Refusal to put warranty terms in writing
  • A quote that will not itemize scope

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FAQ

Decks companies in Houston FAQs

Do I need a permit to build a deck in Houston?

Usually yes. The Houston Permitting Center exempts a deck only if it is 200 square feet or less, is not attached to the house, does not serve an exit door and sits less than 30 inches above grade. Any other deck needs a residential permit, so ask your builder whose name the permit will be filed under.

How deep should deck footings be in Houston?

Frost is not the issue in Houston, but the residential code the city uses calls for footings at least 12 inches below undisturbed ground. Expansive clay is the bigger risk, so ask how deep the piers will go and how water will drain away from them. Call Texas 811 two business days before anyone digs.

Do deck builders need a licence in Houston?

No. Texas has no state licence for deck builders or general contractors, and Houston does not license them either. Ask for a certificate of liability insurance, the name on the permit and addresses of past deck jobs you can check in city permit records. Wiring for deck lights or fans needs a TDLR licensed electrician.

Editorial Record

About this ranking

Originally published
November 2026
Last reviewed
November 2026
Companies evaluated
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