# Apex Deck Solutions > Deck builder in Folsom, CA. We design and build custom decks, fix rotted boards, and reseal old ones for homeowners across Folsom and the greater Sacramento area. ## Contact - Phone: (916) 580-6832 - Quote request: https://folsomdeckbuilder.com/contact - Hours: Open 7 days, 8am to 8pm ## Service area - Folsom, CA - Sacramento, CA - Elk Grove, CA - Roseville, CA - Citrus Heights, CA - Rancho Cordova, CA - Rocklin, CA - Lincoln, CA - El Dorado Hills, CA - Carmichael, CA - Fair Oaks, CA ## Services - **Deck Installation**: We frame new decks with pressure-treated joists on 16-inch centers, hung with galvanized or stainless joist hangers depending on the decking going on top. - **Deck Repair**: We replace rotted boards, re-set loose railing posts, and fix joists that have sagged or split. - **Deck Staining & Sealing**: We pressure wash the deck, let it dry for a couple of days, then sand any raised grain before staining. - **Custom Deck Design**: We'll draw up a layout with stairs, built-in benches or a second level if your lot has the grade for it. - **Composite Decking Installation**: Composite boards like Trex or TimberTech skip the yearly staining, but they still need proper joist spacing underneath and hidden fastener clips to keep the surface flat in the heat. - **Deck Resurfacing & Board Replacement**: If the frame underneath is still solid, we can strip off old decking and lay new boards, composite or wood, without rebuilding the structure. - **Deck Railing Installation & Repair**: We build and fix railings to meet the 36 to 42 inch height code and keep baluster gaps under four inches, which matters if you've got small kids or dogs. - **Deck Framing & Structural Repair**: Beams that span too far, joists doubled up wrong, or a ledger bolted with the wrong fasteners all show up eventually as bounce or sag. - **Deck Waterproofing & Under-Deck Drainage**: On a raised deck, we can install a drainage system underneath that channels water off the joists and gives you a dry, usable space below instead of a mud pit. - **Deck Demolition & Removal**: We tear out old decks down to the ledger, haul the lumber away, and leave the yard graded and ready for a new build. ## Pages - [Home](https://folsomdeckbuilder.com/): overview of the business and the work it does - [Services](https://folsomdeckbuilder.com/services): every service, with what each job involves - [About](https://folsomdeckbuilder.com/about): who runs it and how it works - [Contact](https://folsomdeckbuilder.com/contact): quote form and service area - [Our Work](https://folsomdeckbuilder.com/gallery): photographs of completed jobs - [Blog](https://folsomdeckbuilder.com/blog): practical guides on deck builder work - [How to Choose a Deck Builder in Folsom, CA](https://folsomdeckbuilder.com/blog/how-to-choose-a-deck-builder-in-folsom-ca) ## Common questions ### Do you charge for estimates? Written estimates for deck projects are free and come with a breakdown of materials, hardware and labor. Most estimates happen after a walk of the existing deck or yard, usually scheduled within a week of the first call. ### Are you licensed and insured? Deck construction and repair work is performed under a licensed and insured contractor, and certificates of insurance are available on request. This matters for permitted deck work, since most jurisdictions won't issue a permit to an unlicensed contractor. ### How soon can you start my deck project? Start dates depend on the season and the current job schedule, but most deck projects begin within two to four weeks of a signed quote. Spring and early summer book up faster since that's when most homeowners want a finished deck. ### What areas do you cover? Deck installation and repair is available throughout Folsom, CA and nearby communities including Sacramento, Roseville, Rancho Cordova, El Dorado Hills and Rocklin. Distance from Folsom affects scheduling more than pricing for most jobs. ### Do you work on decks at rental properties, or only owner-occupied homes? Deck work is done for rental properties and HOA common areas as well as owner-occupied homes. Landlords typically need to be present or reachable for the final walkthrough and any permit inspection. ### Will you take on a small job, like replacing a few boards? Small repairs like swapping a handful of rotted boards or tightening a loose railing are handled regularly, not just full rebuilds. No deck job is considered too small to quote. ### How do I get started? Call or send a message describing the deck problem or the project in mind, and a walkthrough gets scheduled to look at the site in person. A written quote follows within a few days of that visit. ### What does a new deck typically cost? A basic pressure-treated deck often runs $35 to $55 per square foot installed, while composite decking with railings and stairs can run $60 to $90 per square foot. Size, decking material, railing style and the number of stairs or levels are what move that number most. ### Do you require a deposit? A deposit is typically required to schedule materials and lock in a start date, with the balance due at completion or in stages on larger projects. The exact schedule is spelled out in the written quote before any work begins. ### What happens if it rains during my deck project? Framing and structural work can often continue through light rain, but staining, sealing and footing pours get pushed until conditions are dry enough to do the job right. A schedule change from weather gets communicated as soon as it's known, not after the fact. ### Do I need a permit to build a deck? Most elevated decks, meaning anything roughly 30 inches or higher off the ground or attached to the house, require a building permit in Folsom and surrounding jurisdictions. Permits cover the footings, framing and railing height, and an inspector typically checks the work at the framing stage before decking goes down. ### How long does a deck project take to finish? A standard single-level deck usually takes one to two weeks from demo to final board, while multi-level designs with stairs and built-ins can run three to four weeks. Permit approval time and material delivery, especially for composite decking on backorder, can add to that timeline. ### Can a deck be built to fit a specific budget? A deck can be scaled to a budget by adjusting square footage, decking material and railing style. Pressure-treated lumber costs less upfront than composite, though composite avoids the recurring cost of restaining every couple of years. ### Do you guarantee your deck work? Workmanship on deck construction and repair is guaranteed for a set period after completion, with details written into the quote. Manufacturer warranties on composite decking, typically 25 to 50 years against fading and staining, are separate and handled directly through the manufacturer. ### Who do I talk to during the project, a project manager or a sub? The person who quotes the deck project is generally the same one running the job site day to day. Questions about progress or changes go directly to that person rather than through an office scheduler. ### What decking materials do you work with? Pressure-treated pine, cedar, redwood, and composite brands like Trex and TimberTech are all installed regularly, along with PVC decking for wetter, shadier yards prone to mildew. Each material has a different fastening system, and hidden fastener clips are used wherever the board profile allows it. ### Can I still use my yard or house while the deck is being built? The house stays fully livable during deck construction, though the yard directly under and around the work area is off-limits while framing and footings are underway. Pets and kids need to stay clear during concrete pours and any time a saw is running. ### How should I prepare my yard before the work starts? Furniture, planters, grills and anything else near the existing deck should be cleared before the crew arrives, along with marking any sprinkler heads or lighting wire that might run under the build area. Flagging known irrigation lines ahead of time helps avoid cutting into them during footing excavation. ### What happens if rot or damage turns up once the old deck comes off? Hidden rot in the rim joist, ledger board or a support post is common once old decking comes off, and the quote gets revised on the spot before that repair work continues. Photos of the damage are shown before any additional cost gets added. ### How do I maintain a new deck once it's finished? Wood decks need cleaning and a fresh coat of stain or sealer every two to three years to keep water out of the grain, while composite decking mainly needs a rinse and occasional soap scrub to keep mildew off. Keeping planters and furniture legs off the direct surface, or using pads under them, prevents trapped moisture spots. ### How long has this company been building decks? Deck construction and repair make up the core of the work done day to day, rather than a side offering alongside other trades. That focus keeps a crew current on decking materials and fastening methods as they change. ### Do you use your own crew or subcontractors? Deck framing and carpentry are typically handled by an in-house crew rather than subcontracted out. Electrical work for deck lighting or a larger footing pour may involve a licensed subcontractor when that specialty is required. ### Can I see examples of decks you've built? Photos of completed deck projects, including framing shots taken before the decking goes on, can be shared during the estimate visit. Framing photos matter more than finished photos for judging whether the structural work underneath was done properly. ### Why hire a smaller deck builder instead of a large remodeling company? A smaller deck-focused crew tends to be more available for the walkthrough, mid-project questions, and the final punch list than a large remodeling company juggling multiple trades. Deck-specific experience also means fewer surprises with span tables, flashing details and local permit requirements. ### Where is this business based? Deck installation and repair is based near Folsom, CA and serves the surrounding Sacramento-area communities. Being local means shorter response times for warranty callbacks and repair visits. ### How far out are you booked? Availability shifts with the season, with spring and early summer typically booked further out than fall and winter. A current estimate on start dates is given at the time of the first call or walkthrough. ### Will the job site be cleaned up each day? Lumber scraps, sawdust and stripped screws get cleared from the work area at the end of each work day, not left for the end of the project. Dumpster or debris trailer placement is discussed ahead of time so it doesn't block a driveway longer than necessary. ### What happens if something gets damaged during the deck project? General liability insurance covers accidental damage to a house, fence or landscaping that happens during deck construction. Any damage is reported and addressed directly rather than left for the homeowner to discover later. ### Will you finish a deck that another contractor started or walked away from? Picking up a deck project left mid-build by another contractor is common, though the existing framing gets inspected first to see what's salvageable versus what needs to come out. That inspection gets factored into the new quote before work resumes. ### How can I tell if deck work is being done correctly? Footing depth, joist hanger hardware, ledger flashing and railing height are all things worth asking to see before decking boards cover them up. A contractor willing to show that work, or schedule it around a permit inspection, is generally doing it right. --- Last updated 2026-08-24.