Top 10 Deck Builders in Elizabethton, TN
Top questions to ask before hiring a deck builder
A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.
Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?
Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.
First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.
Recent reviews for Elizabethton Deck Contractors
My experience with DAL Renovations has been a NIGHTMARE! We had a simple project of closing in a carport that had roof only needed filled in. We wanted a bedroom, bathroom and laundry room. This was started 7/20/2020 it is now 2/10/2021 and still not fini...
Mr. Graham took our money (thousands) and never finished the remodel, what they did do was horrible and needs to be replaced. He kept giving us sob stories on why he needed more money until we ended up paying him everything, then he never came back. He ...
They did a great job installing our new front door. He helped us purchase it from Lowes in JC. Once it was delivered, we scheduled the date for installation later that week. He and his crew got it done that day. Looks great!
Paul, we are so pleased with our new back porch. We spend much of our free time out there. In fact, we're out here now. It has become our favorite room in the house. Fyi to anyone considering a porch for their house; Paul is a perfectionist. He gave man...
Mr. Graham took our money (thousands) and never finished the remodel, what they did do was horrible and needs to be replaced. Our electrical is wired completely wrong and was deemed a fire hazard by a real electrician....dangerous to my family! He kept gi...
Mr. Graham was hired to do a bedroom & master bath remodel, a basement remodel, interior doors and exterior porch railings. He was paid in full and not a single project was completed in full! The railings have to be taken off and fixed, they were installe...
Time line and final cost was exactly as estimated. The job was particulary challenging because someone else had started it, leaving a lot of details unfinished that were hard to list up front, Clay did a great job addressing all our needs, picked up a fe...
Excellent work quality. Excellent to keep appointment. Good value.
Our expperience wih Home Improvement Handyman was great. They werre very professional.
He (they) did a fantastic job ! So happy ! And they did not rip us off like some other's did. Highly Recommend !
I wouldn't recommend this company to anybody. he lies, cheats, and steals. He is as crooked as our politicians he smokes weed ALL the time when he takes lunches they go in his truck and smoke weed and come back to work on your house. I know from experienc...
This guy works people for 4-5 days and then tells them he will contact them in a few days with their pay and never pays. If you contact the man for your money he insists he's gonna pay, and never comes thru with the money. Caution to anyone considering wo...
Mr. Cassady is great. He had issues with a sub contractor that hurt his image. Mr. Cassady was subbing work from Lees Construction when the owner found out he was not licensed or insured. They then hired Mr. Cassady to complete the job. Precise home impro...
Everything You Need to Know About Elizabethton Deck Builders
How does invoicing/payment work for most Deck Contractor projects in Elizabethton?
Every project differs, but you should ask any deck contractor for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any decking services work is done.
If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for deck contractors to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your deck contractor project.
If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the deck contractor to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.
What should I check for once my Deck Contractor in Elizabethton has finished working?
Every decking services project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any decking services company has told you they've finished the job:
- Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with decking services work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
- Ask the deck contractor to describe what they did. Whether your decking services project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
- Compare the description provided on your decking services project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
- Request that the deck contractor do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.
Does the deck contractor I want to hire need to be licensed in Elizabethton?
Before you start any project, it is crucial to learn about the certifications and licenses that you or your Deck Contractor need to have. There are 0 deck contractors in Elizabethton that are licensed.
Here are the types of license(s) Deck Contractors need to have to work on Decking Services jobs in TN:
All Deck Builders in Elizabethton, TN
Latest projects near Elizabethton
Within a month
Repair deck
Deck surface
Water damage
Moderate
Wood
Wood
Yes
Change deck surface material
Yes, I have design plans
Yes, I just need construction
Not sure
Within a month
I'm not sure
Decking or deck surface, Stairs and railings
Rotting, cracked or missing boards, Needs to be refinished
Minor (the deck just needs cosmetic repairs)
No
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them
I'm flexible
I want another type of fence
Aluminum or steel
Yes
I'd like the pro to remove it
50-100 feet
4-6 feet
None
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them
Within a week
Refinish deck
Wood
Wood stain
Wood stain
No, I will need the professional to do so
250 to 500 square feet
No, pro will need to provide materials
Within a month
Repair deck
Railings
Water damage, Cracked, broken, or missing boards
Minor
Wood
Concrete or masonry
Yes
Structural modifications, Change deck surface material
No, but I know what I want.
No, pro must provide materials
No
Within a year
Build new deck
Yes, I have design plans.
Smaller than 100 square feet
Wood
Wood
Custom stairs
Something else
No, pro must provide the materials
I'm flexible
Window screen
No, I would like the professional to assist in purchasing the materials
I'm flexible
Build new deck
No, but I know what I want.
Smaller than 100 square feet
Wood
Wood
Something else
Something else
No, pro must provide the materials