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Deck Building & Repair in Atlanta, GA

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

Top Deck Building & Repair Companies in Atlanta

  1. 1.Outdoor Makeover and Living Spaces

    4.8★ (339 reviews)

    4.8★ from 339 reviews

    +14705180445Website

  2. 2.Top Ace Fences, Deck & Home

    4.6★ (64 reviews)

    4.6★ from 64 reviews

    +14045128082Website

  3. 3.Atlanta Fine Gardens

    5.0★ (31 reviews)

    5.0★ from 31 reviews

    +16785086137Website

  4. 4.Character Craftsmen

    4.8★ (21 reviews)

    4.8★ from 21 reviews

    +16783344814Website

  5. 5.Rockwood

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

    +14044455757Website

  6. 6.Alpha Deck Co

    +16782324184

Deck Building & Repair Cost in Atlanta

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

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

Deck Building & Repair prices in Atlanta run about 16% 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 Atlanta, rated 4.8★ on average across 460 customer reviews.

Atlanta Climate & Seasonal Timing

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

Last spring frost
March 26
First fall frost
November 10
Annual precipitation
51.17"
Heating degree days
2,880
Cooling degree days
1,744
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan33.1°53.1°4.27"
Feb35.4°57.2°4.9"
Mar41.9°65.3°4.81"
Apr49°73°3.74"
May58°80.6°3.77"
Jun66.4°86.9°4.13"
Jul70.1°89.5°5.06"
Aug69.6°88°4.74"
Sep62.3°83.3°3.98"
Oct51.5°73.5°3.61"
Nov42°64°4.17"
Dec35.1°54.5°3.99"

NOAA station data 5.94 miles from Atlanta.

Permits & Regulations in GA

  • Georgia requires a residential or general contractor license for residential projects over $2,500; there is no separate handyman license
  • Specialty trade contractors working only within their own trade are exempt from that requirement
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Georgia residential contractor license for projects over $2,500

Sources: sos.ga.gov

Deck Building & Repair FAQs for Atlanta

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

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

How many deck builders serve Atlanta?

We track 6 deck builders serving Atlanta.

Is deck building in Atlanta more expensive than average?

Carpentry labor in Atlanta runs about -16.3% versus the national average.

Do I need a permit to build a deck in Atlanta, GA?

In GA, Georgia requires a residential or general contractor license for residential projects over $2,500; there is no separate handyman license. Most Atlanta decks attached to the house or raised off the ground need a building permit and footing inspection.

Wood or composite decking in Atlanta?

With about 51.17 inches of rain a year in Atlanta, wood needs sealing every couple of years; composite costs more up front but skips that upkeep.

Does composite decking get hot in Atlanta?

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

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

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

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

Builders in Atlanta 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.