Most deck repair in Cedar Park comes down to one question, whether the frame under the boards is still sound enough to keep.
| Repair | Boards, rails, stairs, ledger |
|---|---|
| Rebuild | New deck on old or new posts |
| Resurface | New boards on a sound frame |
| First step | A look at the frame |
Signs a Deck Needs Work
- Boards that feel soft or bounce when you step
- Railings that move when you lean on them
- Posts that lean or sit on cracked or sunken bases
- Rust on hangers, bolts or screws
- Water stains on the house wall below the deck
A loose railing or a rotten ledger is a safety issue, not just a looks issue. Get those checked soon.
Repair, Resurface or Rebuild
If the frame is sound, we can swap bad boards or put all new boards on top. That is called a resurface and it often costs well under a full rebuild. If joists or posts are rotten, new boards will not save the deck. Then a rebuild is the honest answer. Sometimes we can keep the posts and replace the rest.
What We Check
We look at the ledger where the deck meets the house, the flashing over it, every post base, the joist ends and the hardware. We push on the railings. We tell you what we found and what each fix would take, and you decide.
Questions
Can you put new boards on my old deck?
If the frame is sound, yes. If the joists are soft or spaced too wide for the new boards, the frame needs work first.
Does a rebuild need a permit?
A rebuild adds a structure again, so expect the city to want a permit. Small board swaps are a question for the city. Call the permit office at 512-401-5100 to check your case.
Do you fix decks someone else built?
Yes. Most of the decks we look at were built by someone else.