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Deck Building & Repair in Rochester, NY

Compare 4 local deck building & repair pros. Typical service: $29–$59.

Top Deck Building & Repair Companies in Rochester

  1. 1.WP Home Renovations and Remodeling

    4.9★ (128 reviews)

    4.9★ from 128 reviews

    +15858999214Website

  2. 2.Orelvis General Contracting

    5.0★ (96 reviews)

    5.0★ from 96 reviews

    +15859573934Website

  3. 3.The Deck Dr LLC

    4.9★ (66 reviews)

    4.9★ from 66 reviews

    +15856260685Website

  4. 4.All to Max Construction

    4.6★ (14 reviews)

    4.6★ from 14 reviews

    +15855202260Website

Deck Building & Repair Cost in Rochester

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Rochester
Pressure-treated wood deck, installed$29–$59/sq ft
Composite deck, installed$49–$88/sq ft

Deck Building & Repair prices in Rochester run about 2% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 4 companies serving Rochester, rated 4.8★ on average across 304 customer reviews.

Rochester Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Rochester's weather means for scheduling deck building & repair.

Last spring frost
April 27
First fall frost
October 17
Annual precipitation
34.27"
Heating degree days
6,646
Cooling degree days
539
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan17.6°31.7°2.41"
Feb18.6°34.1°1.95"
Mar25.8°42.8°2.5"
Apr36.6°56°2.73"
May46.3°67.6°2.87"
Jun55.9°76.6°3.34"
Jul60.7°81°3.33"
Aug59.5°79.1°3.47"
Sep52°71.6°3.38"
Oct41.5°59.6°2.72"
Nov33°48°2.94"
Dec23.5°36.5°2.63"

NOAA station data 4.69 miles from Rochester.

Permits & Regulations in NY

  • New York has no statewide handyman license; licensing is local, and New York City requires a DCWP Home Improvement Contractor license for residential work over $200
  • Several counties, including Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester, also license home improvement contractors
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: No state handyman license; local licensing (NYC: DCWP over $200)

Sources: www.nyc.gov

Deck Building & Repair FAQs for Rochester

How much does it cost to build a deck in Rochester?

A pressure-treated wood deck in Rochester typically runs $29-$59 per square foot installed; composite costs more.

How many deck builders serve Rochester?

We track 4 deck builders serving Rochester.

Is deck building in Rochester more expensive than average?

Carpentry labor in Rochester runs about -1.8% versus the national average.

Do I need a permit to build a deck in Rochester, NY?

In NY, New York has no statewide handyman license; licensing is local, and New York City requires a DCWP Home Improvement Contractor license for residential work over $200. Most Rochester decks attached to the house or raised off the ground need a building permit and footing inspection.

Wood or composite decking in Rochester?

With about 34.27 inches of rain a year in Rochester, wood needs sealing every couple of years; composite costs more up front but skips that upkeep.

Does composite decking get hot in Rochester?

It can -- with summer highs near 81F in Rochester, lighter colors and capped composite stay noticeably cooler underfoot.

How many quotes should I get for a deck in Rochester?

Three is typical; with 4 deck builders serving Rochester, compare the framing lumber, footings and railing included, not just the decking boards.

When is the best time to build a deck in Rochester?

Builders in Rochester book up in spring; signing in late fall or winter often means a better slot, and footings can be poured whenever the ground is not frozen.