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Deck Building & Repair in Birmingham, AL

Compare 6 local deck building & repair pros. Typical service: $25–$50.

Top Deck Building & Repair Companies in Birmingham

  1. 1.Brewer Roofing & Construction

    5.0★ (158 reviews)

    5.0★ from 158 reviews

    +12054997644Website

  2. 2.Apex Home Renovation Experts

    5.0★ (48 reviews)

    5.0★ from 48 reviews

    +12059848767Website

  3. 3.Southern Hammer

    5.0★ (40 reviews)

    5.0★ from 40 reviews

    +12055167084Website

  4. 4.All American Enterprise, LLC

    4.5★ (2 reviews)

    4.5★ from 2 reviews

    +12057191989Website

  5. 5.Lindsey McAdory

    3.0★ (1 reviews)

    3.0★ from 1 reviews

    +12057191989Website

  6. 6.Decks R Us

    +12053825363

Deck Building & Repair Cost in Birmingham

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

ServiceTypical range in Birmingham
Pressure-treated wood deck, installed$25–$50/sq ft
Composite deck, installed$42–$75/sq ft

Deck Building & Repair prices in Birmingham run about 17% 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 6 companies serving Birmingham, rated 4.5★ on average across 249 customer reviews.

Birmingham Climate & Seasonal Timing

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

Last spring frost
March 26
First fall frost
November 11
Annual precipitation
53.72"
Heating degree days
2,678
Cooling degree days
2,058
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan33.8°53.8°4.84"
Feb37.1°58.4°4.53"
Mar43.7°66.7°5.23"
Apr50.5°74.4°4.38"
May59.7°81.5°4.99"
Jun67.7°87.7°4.38"
Jul71.4°90.8°4.8"
Aug70.8°90.6°3.93"
Sep64.3°85.1°3.9"
Oct52.9°75.3°3.44"
Nov43.5°65.4°4.85"
Dec36.3°55.9°4.45"

NOAA station data 4 miles from Birmingham.

Permits & Regulations in AL

  • Alabama has no handyman license; residential remodeling or home improvement over $10,000 in labor and materials requires a Home Builders Licensure Board license
  • Residential roofing over $2,500 requires the separate HBLB roofers license
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: No license for small repairs; Alabama HBLB license for remodeling over $10,000

Sources: hblb.alabama.gov

Deck Building & Repair FAQs for Birmingham

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

A pressure-treated wood deck in Birmingham typically runs $25-$50 per square foot installed; composite costs more.

How many deck builders serve Birmingham?

We track 6 deck builders serving Birmingham.

Is deck building in Birmingham more expensive than average?

Carpentry labor in Birmingham runs about -16.8% versus the national average.

Do I need a permit to build a deck in Birmingham, AL?

In AL, Alabama has no handyman license; residential remodeling or home improvement over $10,000 in labor and materials requires a Home Builders Licensure Board license. Most Birmingham decks attached to the house or raised off the ground need a building permit and footing inspection.

Wood or composite decking in Birmingham?

With about 53.72 inches of rain a year in Birmingham, wood needs sealing every couple of years; composite costs more up front but skips that upkeep.

Does composite decking get hot in Birmingham?

It can -- with summer highs near 91F in Birmingham, lighter colors and capped composite stay noticeably cooler underfoot.

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

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

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

Builders in Birmingham 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.