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Deck Building & Repair in Portland, OR

Compare 6 local deck building & repair pros. Typical service: $37–$73.

Top Deck Building & Repair Companies in Portland

  1. 1.Cascade Fence & Deck

    5.0★ (222 reviews)

    5.0★ from 222 reviews

    +19713662599Website

  2. 2.Sunno Construction

    5.0★ (77 reviews)

    5.0★ from 77 reviews

    +15034422035Website

  3. 3.Coastal Deck Co

    5.0★ (28 reviews)

    5.0★ from 28 reviews

    +15037445376Website

  4. 4.Signature Construction and Design LLC

    4.8★ (8 reviews)

    4.8★ from 8 reviews

    +15034534887

  5. 5.Grand Decks

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

    +15039393835Website

  6. 6.Decks And More PDX

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +19713479186Website

Deck Building & Repair Cost in Portland

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

ServiceTypical range in Portland
Pressure-treated wood deck, installed$37–$73/sq ft
Composite deck, installed$61–$110/sq ft

Deck Building & Repair prices in Portland run about 22% above 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 6 companies serving Portland, rated 5.0★ on average across 343 customer reviews.

Portland Climate & Seasonal Timing

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

Last spring frost
February 26
First fall frost
November 30
Annual precipitation
42.85"
Heating degree days
4,235
Cooling degree days
413
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan37.5°46.9°6.14"
Feb38.4°50.8°4.63"
Mar41°56°4.5"
Apr44°60.8°3.4"
May48.9°67.4°2.55"
Jun53.3°72.9°1.69"
Jul57.4°79.6°0.59"
Aug58°80.1°0.71"
Sep54.2°74.6°1.54"
Oct47.6°62.9°3.42"
Nov41.4°52°6.74"
Dec36.5°45.1°6.94"

NOAA station data 2.31 miles from Portland.

Permits & Regulations in OR

  • Oregon requires a Construction Contractors Board license for paid construction work; only casual, minor work under $1,000 on one project is exempt
  • The exemption disappears for anyone who advertises as a contractor
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Oregon CCB license (exemption under $1,000)

Sources: www.oregon.gov, oregon.public.law

Deck Building & Repair FAQs for Portland

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

A pressure-treated wood deck in Portland typically runs $37-$73 per square foot installed; composite costs more.

How many deck builders serve Portland?

We track 6 deck builders serving Portland.

Is deck building in Portland more expensive than average?

Carpentry labor in Portland runs about +21.7% versus the national average.

Do I need a permit to build a deck in Portland, OR?

In OR, Oregon requires a Construction Contractors Board license for paid construction work; only casual, minor work under $1,000 on one project is exempt. Most Portland decks attached to the house or raised off the ground need a building permit and footing inspection.

Wood or composite decking in Portland?

With about 42.85 inches of rain a year in Portland, wood needs sealing every couple of years; composite costs more up front but skips that upkeep.

Does composite decking get hot in Portland?

It can -- with summer highs near 80F in Portland, lighter colors and capped composite stay noticeably cooler underfoot.

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

Three is typical; with 6 deck builders serving Portland, compare the framing lumber, footings and railing included, not just the decking boards.

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

Builders in Portland 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.