FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Browse our most common questions asked by homeowners throughout the planning, designing and building process. If your questions aren’t answered here, contact us today so we can provide answers.

How long does it take to build a deck?

Most residential decks take 1-3 weeks to complete, depending on size, design complexity, and weather conditions.

Do you offer other services besides decks?

Yes! We offer patios, pergolas, sun rooms, under-deck dry spaces and much more.

What materials do you recommend for my deck?

While initially more expensive, we highly recommend that any surfaces that would need to be painted or sanded be made of composite, PVC or other non-wood materials. This saves money over time, reduced the need for maintenance and ensures that your deck will look amazing for decades.

Do I need a permit to build a deck?

Most municipalities require permits for decks over a certain height or size. We handle all permitting and inspections as part of our service.

How much does a new deck cost?

Deck costs vary widely based on size, materials, and features. In fact, there is no “standard deck” as every one of our projects is 100% designed to our customers budget and dreams. As such, there is no fair way for us to set a cost expectation.

Do you offer financing options?

We partner with many financing companies to offer flexible payment plans across a wide range of credit profiles. Many of our customers choose these options.

How do I maintain my deck?

We hope you don’t need to! Other than normal cleanings, composite and PVC decking is intended to last for many years with no painting or sanding needed.

Can you build a deck on uneven ground?

Yes, we regularly work with sloped or uneven terrain and can design a deck that works with your landscape. We can even build multi-level structures that make your deck part of the natural flow of your land.

Can you add features like built-in seating or lighting?

Absolutely. We can incorporate benches, planters, lighting, and other custom features into your deck design. If you can dream it, we can build it.

Do you handle deck repairs and renovations?

Simple repairs and maintenance such as plank repairs, sanding and painting are not our specialty. However, more complex repairs and renovations are right up our alley.

How do I know if my existing deck needs to be replaced?

That can depend on several factors. Sometimes existing structures are no longer stable, not originally built to code or would be less expensive to replace from scratch. Other times customer’s needs or designs are so different than what their existing structure can accommodate that there is no other way.

What's the best time of year to build a deck?

The best time of year to build a deck isn’t really something we think about. We build decks year-round in almost any weather.

Do you provide design services?

Our design team works with every customer to create 100% custom decks to meet every dream. There is no standard deck at SpaceStars.

Can you build multi-level or wrap-around decks?

Yes, we specialize in complex designs including multi-level decks, wrap-arounds, and custom configurations for unique spaces.

Can you work around existing landscaping or pools?

Yes, we carefully plan deck placement to preserve landscaping and can build decks that integrate beautifully with pools and outdoor features.