Explore the Quality Craftsmanship of Proper Built’s Custom Decks
A custom deck from Proper Built enhances your home by adding extraordinary value and flexibility. It expands your outdoor area, increases your home’s curb appeal, or creates a peaceful retreat in your backyard, transforming your living space completely.
At Proper Built, our deck builders specialize in creating unique and personalized outdoor living areas that mirror your style and fulfill your needs. Our dedication to superior craftsmanship and precise attention to detail is evident in every phase, from the initial design to the final construction.
If you want to upgrade your outdoor living space, our custom decking services are tailored to bring your vision to life.
Why Choose a Custom Deck?
Choosing a custom deck for your home goes beyond simply adding outdoor space; it’s about creating an extension of your home that aligns perfectly with your lifestyle and design preferences. Here’s why a custom deck is an excellent choice for enhancing your outdoor living experience:
- Personalized to Your Needs: Custom decks are tailored to your specific lifestyle, ensuring that every detail, from the layout to the materials, suits your space usage.
- Enhanced Outdoor Enjoyment: Tailor your deck for sun-soaked afternoons, lively gatherings, or tranquil evenings under the stars, enhancing your favorite outdoor activities.
- Visual Integration: Designed to complement your home’s architecture and landscaping, a custom deck creates a cohesive flow between your indoor and outdoor spaces, elevating your property’s overall charm.
- Superior Quality and Longevity: Choose high-quality materials and benefit from professional design expertise to ensure your deck is durable and long-lasting, making it a worthwhile investment.
- Boosts Property Value: A custom deck enhances your current lifestyle and adds significant value to your home, increasing its appeal to future buyers and boosting curb appeal.
Types of Custom Decks We Build
Proper Built’s custom decks, including innovative designs like rooftop decks, are carefully crafted to complement any style, function, and landscape. Here are various types of custom decks that homeowners might consider to elevate their outdoor living space:
- Multi-Level Decks: Ideal for homes with multiple stories, these decks create diverse outdoor areas on different levels, connected by stairs or pathways, maximizing space and functionality.
- Covered Decks: Equipped with a permanent roof, these decks offer protection from the elements, enabling year-round enjoyment of your outdoor area.
- Curved Decks: These decks add a modern, visually pleasing element with smooth, flowing lines that can enhance natural landscapes or become a standout feature in your yard.
- Pool Decks: Custom designed around your in-ground or above-ground pool, these decks provide a secure, stylish space for relaxing, sunbathing, and entertaining near the water.
- Elevated Decks: These are raised above the ground, perfect for homes situated on uneven terrain or those with a high first-floor entry. They often incorporate safety features like railings and stairs.
- Wraparound Decks: Extending around a significant portion of your home, these decks offer expansive outdoor space with multiple entry points reminiscent of traditional wraparound porches.
- Rooftop Decks: These decks transform unused rooftop space into a spectacular outdoor retreat, providing panoramic views and a unique urban outdoor experience.
Designing Your Dream Deck
When considering the addition of a custom deck to your home, here are key factors to keep in mind:
- Purpose and Function: Define how you intend to use your deck. Whether for hosting gatherings, dining, relaxation, or multiple activities, the purpose will guide your deck’s design, size, and features.
- Design and Layout: Align the deck’s design with your home’s architectural style. Consider the shape, size, and level (single or multi-level) to segregate areas for various functions effectively.
- Materials: Choose materials that match your home’s look and fit your maintenance preferences and budget. Natural wood and composite materials are options, each offering distinct advantages and care requirements.
- Safety Features: Incorporate railings, adequate lighting, and non-slip surfaces to ensure safety, particularly if the deck is elevated or frequented by children and the elderly.
- Color and Aesthetics: Choose colors and finishes that complement your home’s exterior to create a cohesive look.
- Budget: Establish a definitive budget and discuss it with your deck contractor to ensure your deck project stays on track financially.
Choosing the Right Material for Your Deck
When it comes to building custom decks, the primary materials used are traditional wood and composite deck boards, with a growing preference for composite materials recently.
- Wood Decks: Wood decks continue to be favored by homeowners who appreciate their natural warmth and beauty. IPE hardwood is prized for its exceptional durability and sophisticated appearance among the different types. Some love the look of cedar.
- Composite Decking: Composite decking, which combines wood fibers with recycled plastics, offers an environmentally friendly choice for those aiming to reduce their ecological footprint. Known for its durability, it requires little maintenance and effectively resists common issues like rot, splinters, and fading. TimberTech is a leading manufacturer in this category.
- PVC Decking: TimberTech Advanced PVC represents the forefront of synthetic decking options. It is made entirely from polyvinyl chloride without any wood components. This type of decking is celebrated for its extreme durability and low maintenance requirements, making it an excellent alternative to traditional wood decking.
Outdoor Living Features to Personalize Your Composite Deck
Enhancing your composite deck with additional features can significantly improve your outdoor living spaces’ functionality, comfort, and visual appeal. Consider these popular additions to maximize your deck’s potential and add your personal touch:
- Built-in Seating: Integrate benches or seating areas into the deck design for a space-efficient and stylish seating solution.
- Fire Pits or Fireplaces: Install a central fire feature to create a cozy focal point, making your deck perfect for gatherings during cooler evenings and seasons.
- Pergolas: Add pergolas to introduce architectural interest, provide shade, and define distinct areas for dining or lounging.
- Deck Lighting: Enhance evening ambiance and safety with various lighting options, like LED deck lights, solar path lights, or atmospheric string lights.
- Privacy Screens: Install privacy screens or latticework to create a secluded retreat within your outdoor area.
- Deck Railing Upgrades: Boost safety and looks with upgraded railings crafted from glass, metal, or complementary composite materials.
At Proper Built, We Build Properly
At Proper Built, we pride ourselves on delivering a holistic approach to our projects. More than just building a deck, we aim to create a harmonious integration between your home and landscape.
Our comprehensive services include constructing new decks, installing doors or entrances, laying down pavers or concrete patios for stair landings, designing walkways to your garden, and adding privacy fences and accessible gates. We collaborate with a skilled network of professionals committed to providing a complete package that enhances your outdoor living space.
We focus on personal touches and unique designs. Schedule a consultation with Proper Built today, and let us help you create a project that perfectly complements your lifestyle and enhances your home’s beauty.
Get a Consultation With Proper Built Today
Ready to transform your outdoor space with a stunning custom deck? Contact Proper Built today to schedule a consultation and start designing the deck of your dreams. Let us help you create a perfect outdoor setting that you and your family will enjoy for years.
