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Deck Builder in Federal Way & Tacoma, WA
A soft board by the stairs, a railing that moves when you lean on it, or a back door that opens onto nothing but lawn. Whatever is behind your project, you want outdoor space you can use from the first warm weekend of spring through a wet November. As a deck builder based in Federal Way, we design and build new decks, replace worn-out ones, and add covered outdoor space for homeowners across Tacoma and the South Sound, with the framing and water details planned for Northwest rain.
Licensed, bonded, and insured in Washington. In the industry since 1999.
An Outdoor Room You Will Actually Use
A good deck works like another room of the house. It is where the morning coffee goes, where the grill sits close to the kitchen, and where kids and guests have room to spread out on a summer evening.
Getting there starts with how you plan to use it: where the sun lands in the afternoon, how the door opens onto it, and how many people need a seat at the table. We shape the size, layout, stairs, and railings around those answers, then build the structure underneath to the same standard we bring to our additions and remodels. The result is a deck that fits the house instead of looking added on.
Decks Built Around Your Home and Yard
Some homeowners are starting from bare lawn. Others have a deck that has given them twenty good years and is now ready to retire. We scope each project around your house, your lot, and the way you want to live outside.
Deck projects we take on include:
New decks off the back of the house, at ground level or raised to meet an upper-floor door
Second-story decks that need careful framing, footings, and stair planning
Full deck replacements when the old structure is past saving
Repairs and rebuilds of rotted boards, failing stairs, and loose railings
Stairs, landings, and railings that make the deck safe and easy to use
Decks planned into a bigger project, such as a home addition or whole-home remodel
Pergolas, Covered Patios, and Outdoor Structures
In the Puget Sound, a roof over part of the deck can be the difference between using it four months a year and using it most of the year. We build outdoor structures that stretch the season:
Covered decks and patio covers that keep rain off the table and the grill
Pergolas that add shade and frame an outdoor room
Covers that tie into the existing roofline, so they look like they were always part of the house
A cover adds roof weight and usually a connection to the house, so we plan the posts, beams, footings, and permits alongside the deck itself. If you are building a new deck and think you may want a cover later, it is far easier to plan the footings for it now.
Built to Handle Wet Northwest Winters
Rain is the real test for a deck here. Many deck problems in a climate this wet start with water: a ledger board that was never flashed, posts sitting where water pools, or framing that stays damp under the boards for months. A deck that lasts comes down to details you stop seeing once the boards go down:
Footings sized for the soil and the load, set to the depth code requires
A properly flashed and fastened ledger where the deck attaches to the house
Pressure-treated framing and corrosion-resistant fasteners and connectors
Board spacing and airflow that let the framing dry out between storms
Decking chosen for the look, upkeep, and wear you want
We build to the deck provisions in the International Residential Code, and we walk you through the trade-offs between wood and composite boards, including upkeep, grip when wet, and how each handles moss and shade.
How a Deck Project Works With Us
Site visit. We look at the house, the yard, the slope, and where water runs, and talk through how you want to use the space, your timing, and early budget expectations.
Design and scope. We settle the size, height, layout, materials, and any cover or pergola, and confirm whether the project needs a permit or an engineered design.
Permits and scheduling. We handle the permit steps, order materials, and line up the trades, so you are not stuck managing them yourself.
Construction. Footings, framing, decking, stairs, and railings go in the right order, with inspections where required and updates from us along the way.
Final walkthrough. We walk the finished deck with you and answer your questions about care and upkeep.
Why Homeowners Choose Redline Services Group
A deck is a structure people stand on, sometimes well above the ground, so you deserve a builder who takes the framing as seriously as the finish. Owner Dan Garber built Redline around clear communication and steady project leadership, and because we build additions and remodels, we plan every deck as part of the house it attaches to.
Licensed, bonded, and insured in Washington
Industry experience dating to 1999
Dan serves as a senior officer of the Building Industry Association of Washington and is a past President of the Master Builders Association of Pierce County
One point of contact from the first site visit to the final walkthrough
Experience tying outdoor projects into additions, remodels, and new construction
REAL CLIENT TESTIMONIAL
“Dan is a man of great integrity, who runs a solid business and cares deeply about the product he delivers."
COREY W.
Edgewood, WA
Let's Build the Deck You Have Been Picturing
Whether you are starting fresh, replacing a deck that has seen better days, or adding a cover so you can use it year-round, we can help you plan the right project. If the yard needs leveling first, we can build a retaining wall into the same plan. Request a project consultation, or call (253) 867-9852, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
FAQ
Do I need a permit to build a deck in Washington?
Most decks do. Under the City of Federal Way's residential permit exemptions, a deck skips the permit only if it is 200 square feet or less, no more than 30 inches above grade at any point, not attached to the house, and not serving a required exit door. Work in a critical area, such as a landslide hazard area or its buffer, is never exempt. Tacoma and other cities set their own rules, so we confirm the requirement for your property before work starts.
What type of decking holds up best in the Pacific Northwest?
Both wood and composite decking can perform well here when the framing underneath is built right. Composite boards generally need less upkeep, while wood needs regular cleaning and sealing to stay ahead of moss and weathering. The right choice depends on how much shade the deck gets, the look you want, and how much maintenance you are willing to do. We go over the options with you during design.
Should I repair my deck or replace it?
It depends on what is under the boards. If the framing, posts, and ledger are solid, replacing worn decking or railings can give an older deck years more use. If the joists are soft, the posts are rotting at the base, or the ledger is pulling away from the house, a full replacement is usually the safer choice. We can tell you which after seeing the deck in person.
How long does it take to build a deck?
A simple ground-level deck moves much faster than a second-story deck with a roof cover. Design and permitting often take as much time as the construction itself, and heavy rain can shift outdoor work by a few days. Once we have seen the site and know the scope, we lay out a schedule built for your project.
Can you add a roof or pergola over my deck?
Often, yes. A roof or pergola adds weight, so the posts and footings need to carry it, and an older deck may need reinforcement first. When the cover is planned together with a new deck, the structure is designed for it from the start. We will look at your deck and tell you what it would take.
When is the best time to plan a deck project?
Fall and winter are a good time to start planning. Design and permits take time, and starting early puts you ahead of the spring rush, so your deck can be ready when the weather turns. We plan outdoor work around the forecast so wet weeks do not throw off the whole schedule.
What's your service area for deck projects?
Federal Way is our home base. We also take on deck projects across King, Pierce, Snohomish, and Kitsap counties, including the greater Seattle and Tacoma area.
