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Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas. (828) 282-0725
Stop re-staining every summer. Composite decking handles Hickory's heat and humidity without the upkeep - and we handle everything from design and permits to the final walkthrough.
Composite deck installation in Hickory, NC means building your deck surface from boards made of wood fibers and recycled plastic - designed to resist moisture, insects, and everyday wear. Most projects take two days to two weeks of active construction, with one to two weeks for Catawba County permit approval before work begins.
In Hickory's climate, composite is one of the most practical choices a homeowner can make. The humidity that wears down wood year after year has much less effect on composite boards. You still need a solid treated-lumber frame underneath - that part matters as much as the boards on top. If you are also thinking about a fully custom layout, our custom deck design and build service covers composite as well as every other material option.
The upfront cost is higher than pressure-treated wood, but when you add up staining, sealing, and repairs over 10 or 15 years, composite often comes out ahead financially - and you get those weekends back. A well-installed composite deck backed by a manufacturer warranty can last 25 to 30 years or longer.
If you press your foot down on a board and it feels spongy, or boards are cracking or pulling from the frame, your deck has reached the end of its safe life. In Hickory's humid climate, wood decks that were not sealed regularly can deteriorate faster than homeowners expect - sometimes within 10 to 15 years.
If you have been re-staining or sealing your wood deck every season and it still looks weathered within a few months, you are on a treadmill that composite decking gets you off of entirely. That annual maintenance cost adds up, and so does the time it takes.
Many Hickory homeowners start thinking about a new deck in late winter or early spring, when they are planning cookouts and family gatherings. If you want the deck finished before Memorial Day weekend, the time to call a contractor is February or March.
A railing that wobbles when you grab it is not just cosmetic - it is a safety issue, especially if you have children or elderly family members on the deck. Leaning posts often mean footings underground have shifted or rotted, which is a structural problem that goes beyond a simple repair.
Composite board installation starts with the right frame. We build the structural base from pressure-treated lumber, then install the composite decking on top - either with face screws or hidden clip fasteners for a cleaner look. Railings, stairs, and trim are all part of the package. If you are interested in a specific product like Trex deck installation, we install the full Trex line as well as other leading composite brands.
For homeowners who want to go further with a fully custom deck design and build, we can design your entire composite deck layout from scratch - factoring in your yard size, slope, door placement, sun exposure, and how you plan to use the space. We also handle the full Catawba County permit process so you never have to manage the paperwork yourself.
We install composite decking from leading brands, using either visible screws or hidden clip systems for a clean surface finish.
The frame under your composite boards is built from pressure-treated lumber, protecting the structure you cannot see from Hickory's moisture.
Low-maintenance composite or aluminum railing systems. Stair design included and sized for your yard's grade and traffic.
We manage the Catawba County permit application and schedule inspections at every required stage - you do not have to touch the paperwork.
Hickory sits in the Catawba Valley foothills, where summer humidity regularly climbs above 80 percent. That level of sustained moisture is hard on wood framing and causes mold to form on any surface that stays damp. Composite boards resist this far better than bare wood, and a contractor who knows the local climate will also use treated lumber for the frame underneath - protecting the structure you cannot see. Hickory also has a wide range of home ages, from post-war bungalows near downtown to newer subdivisions in the surrounding townships. Older homes sometimes need their ledger board - the piece of framing where a deck attaches to the house - reinforced or replaced before a new composite deck can be safely installed.
We work across the full Hickory service area, from older neighborhoods near downtown Hickory to growing communities like Conover. HOA design guidelines are common in many of Hickory's newer subdivisions and sometimes restrict board color, railing style, or deck size. We review those requirements before the design is finalized so there are no costly surprises after work begins.
We respond within 1 business day. Tell us roughly what you are thinking - size, location, any composite brands you have in mind - and we will schedule a site visit.
We visit your yard, measure the space, and review where the deck will attach to your home. You receive a written, itemized quote within a few days - no obligation.
After you sign, we submit the Catawba County permit application. Processing typically takes one to two weeks before construction can begin.
Footings, treated framing, composite boards, railings, and stairs - all built to pass county inspection. We walk the finished deck with you before we leave.
We respond within 1 business day. No obligation after the estimate - we just want to make sure you have a real number before you decide anything. After you submit, someone from our office will call to schedule a free on-site visit.
(828) 282-0725We are licensed with the State of North Carolina and carry both general liability and workers compensation coverage. You get a Catawba County inspection record on file - which matters when you sell.
We know the Catawba Valley's humidity, clay soils, and HOA rules. If your neighborhood has design guidelines - common in Hickory's newer subdivisions - we review them before the design is finalized.
Every estimate is itemized in writing after the site visit. You will not get a ballpark number over the phone and then watch it climb. You know what you are paying for before anything is ordered or cut.
Composite boards have different expansion, fastening, and ventilation requirements than wood. Installing them correctly requires specific know-how - not just a framing crew that has switched materials.
Choosing the right installer matters as much as choosing the right material. For guidance on what to look for in a deck contractor, the NC Licensing Board for General Contractors lets you verify a contractor's license status before you hire. Manufacturer warranties on composite boards are also only valid when the product is installed by a licensed professional following the manufacturer's installation guidelines.
Trex is one of the most trusted composite brands available. If you want a specific Trex product line, we install the full range.
Learn MoreWant a composite deck designed from scratch around your yard and lifestyle? Our full design-and-build process starts here.
Learn MoreHickory contractors book up between February and May. Reach out now so you are not waiting until midsummer to break ground.