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Decks & Outdoor Living in Pickering
New decks, deck replacements, railings and stairs in pressure-treated wood, cedar or composite.
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Pickering, Durham Region
Decks & Outdoor Living in Pickering
Ontario winters are hard on decks, and many in Pickering are due for replacement after years of freeze-thaw, snow and sun. New decks are also a common finishing touch for the newer homes in Bay Ridges and Amberlea.
We build Pickering decks on footings below the frost line, frame them to code, and finish them in composite, cedar or pressure-treated wood. Where a permit is required, it is issued by the City of Pickering, and we handle the application and inspections.
Call (647) 424-1511 or send the form on this page for a free deck quote in Pickering. Tell us what you want to change, add a few photos of the space, and we will book a visit and send a written quote that lists the scope, the materials, the permits involved and the schedule.
Pickering homes
What decks & outdoor living involves in Pickering's houses
Post-war bungalows and back-splits in Pickering
Post-war Pickering bungalows often have small concrete steps at the back door and a big yard. A low deck that steps down to the yard, with a wider set of stairs, makes the yard part of the house.
1970s to 1990s family homes in Pickering
Many Pickering decks from the 1980s and 1990s are pressure-treated wood at the end of its life, with railings that no longer meet today's Building Code. We check the ledger, joists and footings and tell you honestly whether resurfacing or a rebuild is the right call.
Newer homes built since 2000 in Pickering
Newer Pickering homes often have a high walkout from the kitchen and a rear yard that is still settling. Taller decks need properly sized posts, bracing and footings below the frost line, and a permit is almost always required.
Rules in Pickering
Permits and approvals for decks & outdoor living in Pickering
Building permits
Building permits in Pickering are issued by the City of Pickering. Electrical work anywhere in Ontario is done by a licensed electrical contractor under an Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) permit. We confirm what your project needs before you sign and book every inspection.
Conservation authority
Much of Pickering falls within the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) watershed. Building near a shoreline, river, floodplain, valley or wetland can need a conservation authority permit before the municipality will issue a building permit. We check the regulation mapping for your property early so it does not hold up the schedule.
Testing before demolition
Homes built before the 1990s can contain asbestos in plaster, textured ceilings, floor tile, vermiculite insulation and pipe wrap, and homes from before the 1960s often have lead paint. In Pickering's older houses we test suspect materials before demolition and handle them by the regulations if they are found.
The service
Decks Built on Solid Footings
A good deck extends your living space for half the year and should last for decades. The parts that make that happen are the ones you do not see: footings below the frost line, a properly attached ledger or freestanding frame, correctly sized joists and beams, and hardware rated for outdoor use.
We build new decks and replace old ones in pressure-treated wood, cedar and composite, with railings in wood, aluminum or glass, built-in stairs and landings, privacy screens and skirting. Many clients pair a new deck with a basement walkout or a new patio door.
More about decks & outdoor living →The process
How your Pickering project comes together
01
Consultation
Tell us what you want to change and send a few photos. We visit, measure and talk through options.
02
Written Quote
A clear scope, materials, permits and schedule, in writing. No vague allowances.
03
Permits & Planning
Drawings, permits and material orders lined up before demolition starts.
04
Build & Walk-Through
Work done in the right order, inspected where required, and walked through with you at the end.
Across Pickering
Decks & Outdoor Living throughout Pickering
Pickering runs from Frenchman's Bay and Bay Ridges up to the new Seaton community, with post-war homes near the lake, established subdivisions in Amberlea and Liverpool, and newer homes in Duffin Heights.
Questions
Decks & Outdoor Living in Pickering: FAQs
How do I get a decks & outdoor living quote in Pickering?+
Call (647) 424-1511, use the form on this page or email info@ontariorenovationcompany.com. Tell us what you want to change and send a few photos, and we will book a visit and send a written quote for your Pickering project.
What kinds of Pickering homes do you work on?+
All of them. Housing in Pickering includes post-war bungalows and back-splits, 1970s to 1990s family homes and newer homes built since 2000, and each comes with its own considerations, from older wiring and foundations to builder warranties, septic systems and shoreline rules. We plan the work around the house you actually have.
Do I need a conservation authority permit in Pickering?+
Only if your property is in a regulated area, such as near a shoreline, river, valley, floodplain or wetland. Much of Pickering falls within the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) watershed. We check the mapping for your address before applying for the building permit.
Do I need a permit for a deck?+
In Ontario, decks generally need a building permit when they are attached to the house or more than about 600 mm (24 inches) above the ground. Local rules and setbacks also apply. We check with your municipality and handle the permit.
Composite or wood: which is better?+
Composite costs more up front but needs no staining and resists rot and splinters. Pressure-treated wood and cedar cost less and look natural but need regular maintenance. We explain the trade-offs for your deck.
Can you replace just the deck boards?+
Sometimes. If the frame and footings are sound, new decking and railings can go on the existing structure. We inspect the frame first, because rot in the joists or ledger means it needs to be rebuilt.
Do you offer decks & outdoor living across Pickering?+
Yes. We work throughout Pickering, including Bay Ridges, Amberlea, Liverpool, Brock Ridge, Rougemount, Duffin Heights and Seaton, and in nearby Ajax, Scarborough, Oshawa, Stouffville and Markham.
More renovation services in Pickering
Alongside decks & outdoor living, we also handle home additions, whole-home renovations and basement finishing in Pickering, so related work can be planned together.
Other basements, additions & outdoor services in Pickering: basement finishing, legal basement apartments, garden suites & detached adus and home additions.
Further reading
Your Pickering renovation, done properly.
Tell us what you want to change and send a few photos. We will book a visit and send a clear written quote, with no obligation.