Composite vs wood
What's in the build, in plain sight.
The price gap between deck quotes almost always hides in what's left out. So here it is — what every deck we build includes, what's an optional add-on, and how composite compares to pressure-treated wood.
Included on every build
Every deck we build gets this.
- A free, itemized on-site estimate before you commit
- Code-sized footings and framing, sized for the load and the span
- Your choice of composite (Trex, TimberTech, Deckorators, Fiberon) or wood decking
- A railing system — aluminum, cable, composite or vinyl/PVC
- Deck stairs and landings, built to code
- The permit pulled and the inspection coordinated for you
- Tear-out and haul-away of your old deck where needed
- A final walk-through so you sign off on every detail
- The manufacturer warranty registered on composite decking
Optional add-ons
Build out the whole backyard.
- Screened porch
- Screen in the deck or add a covered, screened porch for bug-free living.
- Patio cover
- A modern patio cover by Renaissance Patio Products — screened or standalone.
- Pergola & shade
- A pergola, arbor or gazebo for shade, style and a focal point.
- Pool deck
- A composite or wood surround built for pool access and entertaining.
- Privacy & lighting
- Horizontal privacy screens, skirting, and low-voltage deck lighting.
- Financing
- Spread the cost through Hearth — soft-pull prequalification, no hit to your credit.
Composite vs wood vs a cheap bid
Both are great decks. The low bid is usually the problem.
| Consideration | A cut-rate bid | Composite (our build) | Wood (our build) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maintenance | You arrange it | None — just an occasional wash | Periodic clean, stain or seal |
| Lifespan | Varies | 25-year manufacturer warranty | Long, with upkeep |
| Look | Whatever’s cheapest | Consistent color & grain, fade-resistant | Classic, natural wood grain |
| Cost up front | Low bid, hidden extras | Higher, but no re-staining | Lower up front |
| Framing | Sometimes undersized | Code-sized & inspected | Code-sized & inspected |
| Permit | Often skipped | Pulled & inspected by us | Pulled & inspected by us |
| Warranty | Often none | 25-year composite warranty | Manufacturer warranty on materials |
General comparison to help you choose — no competitor named.
Pricing & financing
Every deck is priced for your yard.
Because every deck is custom — the size, the material, the railing, the stairs and the site all change the figure — we don't post one-size-fits-all prices. Instead we come out, take a look, and give you a free, itemized estimate built around exactly what you want.
Free estimate
No cost to find out.
Talk through your yard and what you're picturing, and we'll measure the site and come back with a clear, itemized estimate — no commitment, no pressure.
Financing through Hearth
Spread the cost if it helps.
We offer financing through Hearth, so a new deck can be paid monthly rather than all at once. You can prequalify with a soft credit pull that won't affect your score. Just ask and we'll set it up.
Want it priced for your yard?
Every estimate is clear and itemized, with no hidden extras — and we'll help you weigh composite against wood for your budget.