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Deck Building & Repair in Madison, WI

Compare 6 local deck building & repair pros. Typical service: $31–$63.

Top Deck Building & Repair Companies in Madison

  1. 1.3rd Gen Deck Builders

    5.0★ (105 reviews)

    5.0★ from 105 reviews

    +16085712846Website

  2. 2.Legacy Exteriors

    4.6★ (119 reviews)

    4.6★ from 119 reviews

    +16082213000Website

  3. 3.Excel Custom Decks of Madison

    5.0★ (24 reviews)

    5.0★ from 24 reviews

    +16089339193Website

  4. 4.ClearView Sunrooms & Windows

    5.0★ (19 reviews)

    5.0★ from 19 reviews

    +16082269800Website

  5. 5.Madison Deck Builders

    4.8★ (20 reviews)

    4.8★ from 20 reviews

    +16085803629Website

  6. 6.Outdoor Living Unlimited

    4.0★ (8 reviews)

    4.0★ from 8 reviews

    +16087330423Website

Deck Building & Repair Cost in Madison

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

ServiceTypical range in Madison
Pressure-treated wood deck, installed$31–$63/sq ft
Composite deck, installed$52–$94/sq ft

Deck Building & Repair prices in Madison run about 5% 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 Madison, rated 4.7★ on average across 295 customer reviews.

Madison Climate & Seasonal Timing

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

Last spring frost
April 21
First fall frost
October 13
Annual precipitation
36.13"
Heating degree days
7,178
Cooling degree days
681
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan10.7°26.9°1.24"
Feb14.8°31.4°1.4"
Mar25.6°42.9°2.14"
Apr37.7°56.9°3.85"
May48.8°67.9°4.07"
Jun58.5°78.1°4.89"
Jul63.1°82°3.95"
Aug61.2°79.8°4.12"
Sep52.3°71.9°3.45"
Oct40°59.7°2.68"
Nov28.3°44.8°2.45"
Dec15.5°31°1.89"

NOAA station data 3.27 miles from Madison.

Permits & Regulations in WI

  • Wisconsin has no handyman license; a DSPS Dwelling Contractor credential is required to pull permits on one- and two-family dwellings
  • Work that needs no permit carries no state credential requirement
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Wisconsin Dwelling Contractor credential for permitted work

Sources: dsps.wi.gov

Deck Building & Repair FAQs for Madison

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

A pressure-treated wood deck in Madison typically runs $31-$63 per square foot installed; composite costs more.

How many deck builders serve Madison?

We track 6 deck builders serving Madison.

Is deck building in Madison more expensive than average?

Carpentry labor in Madison runs about +4.8% versus the national average.

Do I need a permit to build a deck in Madison, WI?

In WI, Wisconsin has no handyman license; a DSPS Dwelling Contractor credential is required to pull permits on one- and two-family dwellings. Most Madison decks attached to the house or raised off the ground need a building permit and footing inspection.

Wood or composite decking in Madison?

With about 36.13 inches of rain a year in Madison, wood needs sealing every couple of years; composite costs more up front but skips that upkeep.

Does composite decking get hot in Madison?

It can -- with summer highs near 82F in Madison, lighter colors and capped composite stay noticeably cooler underfoot.

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

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

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

Builders in Madison 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.