Who are Jacksonville Deck Builders?
Jacksonville Deck Builders is a brand of Coastal Outdoor Construction. We design and build custom composite, PVC, and hardwood decks across Jacksonville and Northeast Florida — Duval, St. Johns, Nassau, and Clay counties. We’ve built 500+ decks since 2013, hold a 4.9-star rating on 70 Google reviews, and are an FL-licensed general contractor, fully insured on every project. The in-home consult is free anywhere we serve. Call (904) 944-9253.
Do you build pergolas, pavilions, and outdoor kitchens too?
Yes — pergolas, covered porches, pavilions, and full outdoor-kitchen builds are all handled in-house by our experienced crew. Framing, roof tie-in, electrical, and finish work all stay under one contract, one warranty, and one point of contact.
Are you front porch contractors or just deck installers?
Both. We’re full front porch builders and covered porch installers across Jacksonville — open, covered, and wrap-around porch construction. Many Jacksonville homes pair a new porch with a deck, and we build both under one contract with the same engineering and the same warranty.
Do you build patios and paver decks too?
Yes. We’re patio builders across Duval, St. Johns, Nassau, and Clay — travertine, brick, bluestone, and shellstone pavers. Many Jacksonville homeowners pair a composite deck with a paver patio or pool-deck surround, and we handle the whole outdoor build under one engineering set.
Can you tie a new deck into my existing pool or pool deck?
Yes — pool-deck transitions are one of our most common builds. We coordinate the elevation match between the existing pool coping and the new deck framing, handle the waterproofing detail, and finish in cool-touch composite. AZEK PVC is the favorite around Florida pools because it runs about 30° cooler underfoot than dark composite.
Do you build covered and front porches?
Yes — covered, front, back, and wrap-around porches are a major part of our Jacksonville volume. We build the porch structure and roof, tie it cleanly into your existing roofline, and finish it with composite or wood flooring. We don’t install screen enclosures ourselves, but we can build your porch screen-ready and point you to a trusted screen specialist.
Do you handle outdoor kitchens and built-ins?
Yes. We build full outdoor kitchens — masonry counters, grill cabinets, beverage fridges, sinks, gas runs, and electrical. We also build benches, planter boxes, hot tub surrounds, and integrated cable lighting into the deck itself.
Do you repair or refinish my existing deck?
We focus on new builds and full deck replacement rather than repairs, restaining, or refinishing. If your current deck is failing, we’ll walk you honestly through repair vs. replace at the consult — and when replacement is the right call, we tear out and haul away the old structure (free) before building your new one to current Florida code.
Do I need a permit for a deck in Jacksonville?
Yes — Duval County requires a permit for any deck over 30 inches off the ground or attached to a primary structure, plus HOA approval where applicable. We handle every step: site plan, engineering stamp, permit application, and HOA submission. You don’t lift a finger.
How long does a typical deck build take?
From first call to first backyard cookout is about 6 weeks. Week 1 is the consult and 3D design. Weeks 2–4 cover permits and HOA. Weeks 5–6 are the actual build — 5 to 14 days on-site depending on size.
What’s included in the in-home consult?
It’s free and runs about 60 minutes. We measure the build area, photograph the site, walk material and budget options with physical samples in hand, and discuss layout. You’ll have a written fixed-price quote within 7 days. A photoreal 3D render of your build is available too — it carries a fee up front that we credit back to your project when you build with us.
Do you handle the HOA submission, or do I?
We do. We prepare the architectural drawing set the HOA expects, fill out the ARB application, and submit on your behalf. Most Jacksonville HOAs respond in 14–30 days. We handle resubmits and color-board requests directly with the committee.
Will I have one point of contact during the build?
Yes. You’ll have a dedicated project manager from contract signing through the final walk-through — same number, same person. We text daily progress photos, give end-of-week summary calls, and respond same-day on any change order.
What’s the cleanup like during and after construction?
Daily cleanup is built into the job — magnet sweep for fasteners, debris hauled offsite at end of day, and walkways kept clear for the household. Final cleanup includes a power-wash of the new deck, all leftover material hauled away, and a walk-through punch-list closed out before final payment.
What’s the best time of year to build a deck in Jacksonville, Florida?
October through April is peak Jacksonville deck-building season — lower humidity, less afternoon rain, and faster permit turnaround at Duval County. Summer builds are still common (we work through the heat), but afternoon storms can push framing days. We book roughly 6 weeks out year-round.
Does the deck contractor pull the permit in Duval County?
Yes — Jacksonville Deck Builders pulls the permit, submits the stamped engineering, and handles the HOA architectural review. You never visit the county office. We don’t mark up permit fees, and the line item appears in your fixed-price quote.
Are you licensed and insured in Florida?
Yes. Jacksonville Deck Builders is an FL-licensed general contractor and is fully insured on every project — both liability and workers’ comp. Permitted, stamped structures built to code are what keep your deck covered under your Florida homeowner’s policy, which is exactly how we build.
What is the best decking material for the Jacksonville climate?
For Jacksonville’s heat, humidity, salt air, and intense UV, capped composite and PVC are the strongest all-around picks — they don’t rot, splinter, or need yearly staining. Trex is the balanced composite choice, MoistureShield is the value option rated for ground and water contact, and AZEK PVC is the premium pick that runs about 30° cooler underfoot than dark composite (ideal around pools). Ipe and cedar are excellent natural-hardwood deck flooring if you want a real-wood look. We bring samples of each to your consult and help you match material to your budget and sun exposure.
Trex vs. MoistureShield vs. AZEK — what should I pick?
Trex is the all-around composite with a deep color range. MoistureShield is the best value — it’s rated for ground and water contact and runs cooler. AZEK is premium PVC, the coolest underfoot, and the top pick for pool decks. We help you choose at your consult with physical samples in hand.
Will my deck survive a hurricane?
Every deck we build is engineered to Florida’s 130–150 mph wind codes with stamped concrete footings, hurricane-rated metal connectors, marine-grade fasteners, and a continuous load path. Permitted, stamped structures are covered under your Florida homeowner’s policy — unpermitted ones aren’t.
How does composite hold up in Jacksonville salt air?
Capped composite (Trex, MoistureShield, AZEK) is built for it — no rot, no splinter, no fade in coastal UV. We’ve replaced older composite decks in Atlantic Beach and Ponte Vedra where the boards looked the same in year seven as year one. Salt plus sun is exactly what these products are tested for.
Will Trex or AZEK fade in direct Florida sun?
Modern capped composite is rated for fade resistance — the polymer cap shields the wood-fiber core from UV. Trex carries a long fade-and-stain warranty, and AZEK carries a limited lifetime fade warranty. We’ve never had a warranty claim on fade across 10+ years of Jacksonville installs.
What’s the difference between Trex composite and AZEK PVC?
Trex is wood-and-plastic composite — warmer underfoot, more wood-look grain patterns. AZEK is 100% PVC — it runs about 30° cooler in direct sun, carries a lifetime warranty, and has a slightly stiffer feel. AZEK costs a bit more. Pool-deck homeowners almost always pick AZEK; everyone else usually picks Trex.
Cable rail, glass rail, or standard balusters?
All three. Cable rail is the customer favorite — it preserves the view and is permit-compliant at 36 inches in Jacksonville. Glass-panel rail is the upgrade for oceanfront properties. Aluminum or composite balusters are the budget pick and still look clean. We bring physical samples of each to your consult.
Trex vs. AZEK for a Jacksonville pool deck — which is better?
For Jacksonville pool decks, AZEK PVC is the standard pick — it runs about 30° cooler underfoot than Trex composite in Florida sun, has a lifetime fade warranty, and resists chlorine and salt-water splash without staining. Trex is still excellent for shaded or non-pool decks at a lower price point. We install both.
How much does a deck cost per square foot in Jacksonville?
As an installed reference: pressure-treated wood runs about $10–$20 per square foot, cedar about $20–$30, and composite about $15–$40 depending on the line, color, railing, and footing depth. Every quote includes permits, framing, railing, hardware, and our 10-year transferable workmanship warranty.
How much does a 12x12 deck cost in Jacksonville?
A 12x12 deck commonly runs about $3,200–$8,400 installed, depending on material. Pressure-treated wood sits at the low end, Trex composite lands in the middle, and AZEK PVC or Ipe hardwood pushes the same footprint to the high end. All prices include permits, framing, standard cable or aluminum railing, and our 10-year transferable workmanship warranty.
Do you remove my old deck?
Yes — and it’s free. We tear out and haul away your old deck, porch, or patio before we build the new one, with no separate demo fee. It’s already included in your fixed-price quote.
What’s included in the fixed-price quote?
Everything needed to deliver a finished, permitted deck: materials, labor, footings, hardware, fasteners, railing, stamped engineering, permit fees, HOA submission, demolition of the existing structure, and daily cleanup. The quote is fixed in writing — no change orders unless you change the scope.
Do you require a deposit?
Yes — a 10% deposit at signing reserves your build slot and covers engineering and permit fees. After that, a draw at material delivery, a draw at framing complete, and the final payment after the punch-list walk-through. Every draw is documented in writing.
Does the price change if I add a pergola, lighting, or built-ins?
Add-ons are quoted as line-item options at the consult so you can see exactly what each upgrade adds. Once you pick a scope and sign, the price is locked. Any mid-build add-on gets a written change order before work starts — no surprise invoices.
Do permits and engineering count against my quote?
No — permit fees and the stamped structural engineering are line items in your fixed-price quote, so you see exactly what the county is charging. We don’t mark up permit fees.