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Deck Building & Repair in New York, NY

Compare 4 local deck building & repair pros. Typical service: $37–$74.

Top Deck Building & Repair Companies in New York

  1. 1.Vandeck Builders

    4.7★ (76 reviews)

    4.7★ from 76 reviews

    +13476961419Website

  2. 2.Brooklyn Deck and Patio

    4.9★ (56 reviews)

    4.9★ from 56 reviews

    +13472120637Website

  3. 3.Sam’s deck

    5.0★ (13 reviews)

    5.0★ from 13 reviews

    +15164645050Website

  4. 4.Eden Landscaping and Snow Removal

    +18667763336Website

Deck Building & Repair Cost in New York

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

ServiceTypical range in New York
Pressure-treated wood deck, installed$37–$74/sq ft
Composite deck, installed$61–$110/sq ft

Deck Building & Repair prices in New York run about 23% 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 4 companies serving New York, rated 4.9★ on average across 145 customer reviews.

New York Climate & Seasonal Timing

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

Last spring frost
March 31
First fall frost
November 19
Annual precipitation
46.6"
Heating degree days
4,671
Cooling degree days
1,160
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan27°39.1°3.5"
Feb29°42.3°2.81"
Mar35.1°49.7°4.15"
Apr44.6°60.5°4.14"
May54.2°70.4°4.05"
Jun64°79.6°4.16"
Jul69.8°84.5°4.85"
Aug68.8°83.1°4.18"
Sep61.7°76.1°3.71"
Oct50.5°64.8°3.81"
Nov41.5°54.4°3.56"
Dec32.2°43.7°3.68"

NOAA station data 5.24 miles from New York.

Permits & Regulations in NY

  • New York has no statewide handyman license; licensing is local, and New York City requires a DCWP Home Improvement Contractor license for residential work over $200
  • Several counties, including Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester, also license home improvement contractors
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: No state handyman license; local licensing (NYC: DCWP over $200)

Sources: www.nyc.gov

Deck Building & Repair FAQs for New York

How much does it cost to build a deck in New York?

A pressure-treated wood deck in New York typically runs $37-$74 per square foot installed; composite costs more.

How many deck builders serve New York?

We track 4 deck builders serving New York.

Is deck building in New York more expensive than average?

Carpentry labor in New York runs about +22.6% versus the national average.

Do I need a permit to build a deck in New York, NY?

In NY, New York has no statewide handyman license; licensing is local, and New York City requires a DCWP Home Improvement Contractor license for residential work over $200. Most New York decks attached to the house or raised off the ground need a building permit and footing inspection.

Wood or composite decking in New York?

With about 46.6 inches of rain a year in New York, wood needs sealing every couple of years; composite costs more up front but skips that upkeep.

Does composite decking get hot in New York?

It can -- with summer highs near 85F in New York, lighter colors and capped composite stay noticeably cooler underfoot.

How many quotes should I get for a deck in New York?

Three is typical; with 4 deck builders serving New York, compare the framing lumber, footings and railing included, not just the decking boards.

When is the best time to build a deck in New York?

Builders in New York 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.