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Deck Building & Repair in Richmond, VA

Compare 3 local deck building & repair pros. Typical service: $26–$51.

Top Deck Building & Repair Companies in Richmond

  1. 1.Cleanstone Construction

    5.0★ (125 reviews)

    5.0★ from 125 reviews

    +18042146146Website

  2. 2.Richmond Deck Builders

    5.0★ (13 reviews)

    5.0★ from 13 reviews

    +18044915522Website

  3. 3.Outdoor Dreams

    4.9★ (12 reviews)

    4.9★ from 12 reviews

    +18045921305Website

Deck Building & Repair Cost in Richmond

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

ServiceTypical range in Richmond
Pressure-treated wood deck, installed$26–$51/sq ft
Composite deck, installed$43–$77/sq ft

Deck Building & Repair prices in Richmond run about 14% 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 3 companies serving Richmond, rated 5.0★ on average across 150 customer reviews.

Richmond Climate & Seasonal Timing

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

Last spring frost
April 3
First fall frost
November 3
Annual precipitation
43.6"
Heating degree days
3,771
Cooling degree days
1,549
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan28.3°47.4°3.04"
Feb30.5°51.3°2.76"
Mar37.1°60°4.04"
Apr46.1°70.3°3.27"
May55°77.9°3.78"
Jun64.5°86.1°3.93"
Jul68.9°89.7°4.51"
Aug67.4°87.6°4.66"
Sep60.1°81.2°4.13"
Oct48.3°71°2.98"
Nov39.4°61.4°3.24"
Dec31.4°50.7°3.26"

NOAA station data 8.48 miles from Richmond.

Permits & Regulations in VA

  • Virginia requires a DPOR contractor license for contracts of $1,000 or more; below that no state license is required
  • Class C covers individual contracts from $1,000 up to $10,000
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Virginia DPOR Class C license for contracts of $1,000 or more

Sources: www.dpor.virginia.gov

Deck Building & Repair FAQs for Richmond

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

A pressure-treated wood deck in Richmond typically runs $26-$51 per square foot installed; composite costs more.

How many deck builders serve Richmond?

We track 3 deck builders serving Richmond.

Is deck building in Richmond more expensive than average?

Carpentry labor in Richmond runs about -14.4% versus the national average.

Do I need a permit to build a deck in Richmond, VA?

In VA, Virginia requires a DPOR contractor license for contracts of $1,000 or more; below that no state license is required. Most Richmond decks attached to the house or raised off the ground need a building permit and footing inspection.

Wood or composite decking in Richmond?

With about 43.6 inches of rain a year in Richmond, wood needs sealing every couple of years; composite costs more up front but skips that upkeep.

Does composite decking get hot in Richmond?

It can -- with summer highs near 90F in Richmond, lighter colors and capped composite stay noticeably cooler underfoot.

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

Three is typical; with 3 deck builders serving Richmond, compare the framing lumber, footings and railing included, not just the decking boards.

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

Builders in Richmond 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.