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Deck Building & Repair in Detroit, MI

Compare 6 local deck building & repair pros. Typical service: $33–$65.

Top Deck Building & Repair Companies in Detroit

  1. 1.Top Line Decks Detroit

    4.8★ (36 reviews)

    4.8★ from 36 reviews

    +13137658154Website

  2. 2.ExtraHand Construction

    4.6★ (27 reviews)

    4.6★ from 27 reviews

    +12489331402Website

  3. 3.Detroit Perfect Landscaping

    5.0★ (20 reviews)

    5.0★ from 20 reviews

    +13136313375Website

  4. 4.Majestic Deck Company

    4.8★ (19 reviews)

    4.8★ from 19 reviews

    +13139216471Website

  5. 5.Great Day Decks

    4.5★ (8 reviews)

    4.5★ from 8 reviews

    +17344940491Website

  6. 6.Empire Construction

    1.5★ (6 reviews)

    1.5★ from 6 reviews

    +13133559100Website

Deck Building & Repair Cost in Detroit

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

ServiceTypical range in Detroit
Pressure-treated wood deck, installed$33–$65/sq ft
Composite deck, installed$54–$98/sq ft

Deck Building & Repair prices in Detroit run about 9% above 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 Detroit, rated 4.2★ on average across 116 customer reviews.

Detroit Climate & Seasonal Timing

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

Last spring frost
April 17
First fall frost
October 29
Annual precipitation
31.33"
Heating degree days
6,168
Cooling degree days
824
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan20.3°31.4°1.4"
Feb22.1°34.4°1.7"
Mar28.9°44.2°2.02"
Apr39.6°57.4°2.78"
May50.1°68.7°3.07"
Jun60.3°78.3°3.25"
Jul65.2°82.6°3.03"
Aug64°80.4°3.16"
Sep56.1°73°3.39"
Oct44.8°60.2°2.72"
Nov35.4°47.7°2.84"
Dec25.2°35.5°1.97"

NOAA station data 5.04 miles from Detroit.

Permits & Regulations in MI

  • Michigan requires a LARA residential builder or maintenance and alteration license for anyone paid $600 or more for residential construction or repair
  • The license requires 60 hours of prelicensure coursework and an exam
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Michigan residential builder or M&A license (jobs of $600 or more)

Sources: www.michigan.gov

Deck Building & Repair FAQs for Detroit

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

A pressure-treated wood deck in Detroit typically runs $33-$65 per square foot installed; composite costs more.

How many deck builders serve Detroit?

We track 6 deck builders serving Detroit.

Is deck building in Detroit more expensive than average?

Carpentry labor in Detroit runs about +8.6% versus the national average.

Do I need a permit to build a deck in Detroit, MI?

In MI, Michigan requires a LARA residential builder or maintenance and alteration license for anyone paid $600 or more for residential construction or repair. Most Detroit decks attached to the house or raised off the ground need a building permit and footing inspection.

Wood or composite decking in Detroit?

With about 31.33 inches of rain a year in Detroit, wood needs sealing every couple of years; composite costs more up front but skips that upkeep.

Does composite decking get hot in Detroit?

It can -- with summer highs near 83F in Detroit, lighter colors and capped composite stay noticeably cooler underfoot.

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

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

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

Builders in Detroit 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.