# \#decks **URL:** https://home.renovation.reviews/tag/decks/1276.md [Latest](https://home.renovation.reviews/latest.md) · [Categories](https://home.renovation.reviews/categories.md) · [Tags](https://home.renovation.reviews/tags.md) --- ## [Nobody told me about the OBC guard height change and my deck almost failed inspection](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/nobody-told-me-about-the-obc-guard-height-change-and-my-deck-almost-failed-inspection/48124)
**Author:** [@Blue](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Blue)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2026, 8:22pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/nobody-told-me-about-the-obc-guard-height-change-and-my-deck-almost-failed-inspection/48124 "2026-06-03T20:22:43Z")
posting this because it cost me a delay and I want someone else to avoid it. we had a deck built in 2019. decided to extend it this spring, went with the same contractor who did the original. inspector came out and flag… --- ## [GTA deck addition in 2026: permit triggers, the footing problem most contractors skip, and what the 25-year material math actually looks like](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/gta-deck-addition-in-2026-permit-triggers-the-footing-problem-most-contractors-skip-and-what-the-25-year-material-math-actually-looks-like/48074)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2026, 8:20pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/gta-deck-addition-in-2026-permit-triggers-the-footing-problem-most-contractors-skip-and-what-the-25-year-material-math-actually-looks-like/48074 "2026-06-03T20:20:16Z")
Spring is when GTA homeowners start pricing decks, and it’''s also when the permit confusion starts. Whether you need one, what your footings have to do, and whether composite is actually worth the premium – these are th… --- ## [Aluminum railings for Ontario decks: OBC height rules, costs, and what fails at inspection (2026)](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/aluminum-railings-for-ontario-decks-obc-height-rules-costs-and-what-fails-at-inspection-2026/48080)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 9:08am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/aluminum-railings-for-ontario-decks-obc-height-rules-costs-and-what-fails-at-inspection-2026/48080 "2026-05-19T09:08:02Z")
Aluminum railings on Ontario decks get treated as an afterthought. The frame is in, decking is down, and then suddenly there’s a question about what the inspector wants. Figure this out before the concrete cures. What t… --- ## [Deck construction in Ontario 2026: permit triggers, the three inspections, and what a complete quote covers](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/deck-construction-in-ontario-2026-permit-triggers-the-three-inspections-and-what-a-complete-quote-covers/48079)
**Author:** [@system](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 4:01am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/deck-construction-in-ontario-2026-permit-triggers-the-three-inspections-and-what-a-complete-quote-covers/48079 "2026-05-19T04:01:48Z")
Before you pick a decking material or compare contractor quotes, get three things straight: whether a permit is required, what inspections come with it, and whether the person quoting you has actually built decks that pa… --- ## [Building a double decker bunk bed frame is an absolute puzzle](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/building-a-double-decker-bunk-bed-frame-is-an-absolute-puzzle/47909)
**Author:** [@Defizyn](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Defizyn)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 8:24pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/building-a-double-decker-bunk-bed-frame-is-an-absolute-puzzle/47909 "2026-05-16T20:24:34Z")
My son has been begging for a double decker bed for months so he can have more floor space in his room for his toys, so I finally bought a mountain of heavy pine lumber and a box of structural lag screws to build one … --- ## [GTA Composite Decking Spring 2026: Trex vs TimberTech vs Fiberon, Substructure Spec, Hidden Fasteners, and Real Costs](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/gta-composite-decking-spring-2026-trex-vs-timbertech-vs-fiberon-substructure-spec-hidden-fasteners-and-real-costs/47158)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2026, 4:59am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/gta-composite-decking-spring-2026-trex-vs-timbertech-vs-fiberon-substructure-spec-hidden-fasteners-and-real-costs/47158 "2026-05-05T04:59:20Z")
Spring is when the deck quote inbox lights up across the GTA. Composite has become the default ask on most rebuild jobs in Mississauga, Markham, and Oakville, plus the older Etobicoke and North York lots where 1990s pres… --- ## [GTA Spring 2026 Deck Staining and Refinishing: When to Strip, When to Just Coat, Stain Choice by Wood, and Real Costs](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/gta-spring-2026-deck-staining-and-refinishing-when-to-strip-when-to-just-coat-stain-choice-by-wood-and-real-costs/47022)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2026, 2:00pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/gta-spring-2026-deck-staining-and-refinishing-when-to-strip-when-to-just-coat-stain-choice-by-wood-and-real-costs/47022 "2026-04-29T14:00:30Z")
Spring is the window. Late April through early June is when most GTA decks are dry enough, warm enough, and humid enough to actually accept stain — and it is a much shorter window than most homeowners realize. The wrong … --- ## [GTA Deck Replacement Spring 2026: Costs by Material, OBC Permit Rules, and Best Booking Window](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/gta-deck-replacement-spring-2026-costs-by-material-obc-permit-rules-and-best-booking-window/47021)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2026, 11:00am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/gta-deck-replacement-spring-2026-costs-by-material-obc-permit-rules-and-best-booking-window/47021 "2026-04-29T11:00:59Z")
Spring is the loudest season for deck quotes in the GTA. Homeowners pull the patio furniture out, see soft boards, popped fasteners, and rust streaks across the joist hangers, and start calling builders. The quotes come … --- ## [GTA Deck Building Guide 2026: Permits, Materials, and Costs](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/gta-deck-building-guide-2026-permits-materials-and-costs/46663)
**Author:** [@system](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2026, 2:57pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/gta-deck-building-guide-2026-permits-materials-and-costs/46663 "2026-04-26T14:57:16Z")
Building a Deck in the GTA: 2026 Guide to Permits, Materials, and Costs A new deck delivers some of the highest returns on investment in GTA renovations. This guide covers Ontario Building Code requirements, material opt… --- ## [Backyard Pros — Decks, Fencing & Outdoor Living Renovations in Arnprior, ON](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/backyard-pros-decks-fencing-outdoor-living-renovations-in-arnprior-on/147)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2025, 8:56am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/backyard-pros-decks-fencing-outdoor-living-renovations-in-arnprior-on/147 "2025-09-17T08:56:42Z")
Backyard Pros — Decks, Fencing & Outdoor Living Renovations in Arnprior, ON Backyard Pros is an Ontario-based outdoor renovation and construction company with a presence in Arnprior and the Ottawa Valley, serving home… --- ## [True North General Contractors Inc — 4.8-Star Outdoor & Home Renovation in London, Ontario](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/true-north-general-contractors-inc-4-8-star-outdoor-home-renovation-in-london-ontario/5730)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2025, 8:48pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/true-north-general-contractors-inc-4-8-star-outdoor-home-renovation-in-london-ontario/5730 "2025-09-16T20:48:58Z")
True North General Contractors Inc — 4.8-Star Outdoor and Home Renovation in London, Ontario For homeowners in London, Ontario looking to transform their outdoor spaces or tackle major interior renovations, True North Ge… --- ## [Custom Decks in Toronto — LF Builders Deck, Fence & Porch Specialists](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/custom-decks-in-toronto-lf-builders-deck-fence-porch-specialists/11809)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2025, 10:22pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/custom-decks-in-toronto-lf-builders-deck-fence-porch-specialists/11809 "2025-09-14T22:22:54Z")
Custom Decks in Toronto — LF Builders Deck, Fence & Porch Specialists LF Builders has been building outdoor structures across the Greater Toronto Area for over 50 years. The company’s deck and fence work spans wooden and… --- ## [Archadeck of Nova Scotia — Custom Decks & Outdoor Living in Halifax, NS](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/archadeck-of-nova-scotia-custom-decks-outdoor-living-in-halifax-ns/5920)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2025, 5:27pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/archadeck-of-nova-scotia-custom-decks-outdoor-living-in-halifax-ns/5920 "2025-09-11T17:27:35Z")
Archadeck of Nova Scotia — Custom Decks & Outdoor Living in Halifax, NS Archadeck of Nova Scotia is the local franchise of the Archadeck network, a North American outdoor living specialist with a long track record in cus… --- ## [Salcans Remodeling — Kitchen, Bathroom & Deck Remodeling in Vancouver, WA](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/salcans-remodeling-kitchen-bathroom-deck-remodeling-in-vancouver-wa/9804)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 6:46am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/salcans-remodeling-kitchen-bathroom-deck-remodeling-in-vancouver-wa/9804 "2024-12-06T06:46:06Z")
Salcans Remodeling has operated out of Vancouver, WA since 2018, built on a team with more than 30 years of combined construction experience. With 400+ completed projects and 60+ five-star reviews, the company has establ… --- ## [Touch of Class Construction - Decks, Additions & Renovation in Newport News, VA](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/touch-of-class-construction-decks-additions-renovation-in-newport-news-va/9719)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 6:32am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/touch-of-class-construction-decks-additions-renovation-in-newport-news-va/9719 "2024-12-06T06:32:11Z")
Touch of Class Construction - Decks, Additions & Renovation in Newport News, VA Touch of Class Construction works out of Newport News, Virginia, covering home improvement projects across Hampton Roads. With 4.7 stars fro… --- ## [J & L Home Renovations — Deck, Kitchen & Home Renovation in Virginia Beach, VA](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/j-l-home-renovations-deck-kitchen-home-renovation-in-virginia-beach-va/9661)
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J & L Home Renovations — Deck, Kitchen & Home Renovation in Virginia Beach, VA J & L Home Renovations is a Virginia Beach contractor with 4.5 stars from over 160 reviews. Jeff, the owner, makes site visits personally bef… --- ## [Built By Design Construction — Custom Renovation & Remodeling in Salt Lake City, UT](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/built-by-design-construction-custom-renovation-remodeling-in-salt-lake-city-ut/9524)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 6:02am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/built-by-design-construction-custom-renovation-remodeling-in-salt-lake-city-ut/9524 "2024-12-06T06:02:17Z")
Built By Design Construction — Custom Renovation, ADUs & Remodeling in Salt Lake City, UT Built By Design Construction handles residential work at the higher end of the renovation and new-build spectrum in Salt Lake City… --- ## [Nick Kamp Construction — Windows, Decks and Remodeling in Missoula, MT (5-Star, Pella Preferred)](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/nick-kamp-construction-windows-decks-and-remodeling-in-missoula-mt-5-star-pella-preferred/7946)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 2:05am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/nick-kamp-construction-windows-decks-and-remodeling-in-missoula-mt-5-star-pella-preferred/7946 "2024-12-06T02:05:54Z")
Nick Kamp Construction — windows, decks and remodeling in Missoula, MT Nick Kamp Construction covers the Missoula and Bitterroot Valley market from their office at 23 Darlene Dr. The company has built a 5.0-star ratin… --- ## [Nova Decks and Renovations — Custom Decks & Home Renovations in Halifax, NS](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/nova-decks-and-renovations-custom-decks-home-renovations-in-halifax-ns/5926)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2024, 8:56pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/nova-decks-and-renovations-custom-decks-home-renovations-in-halifax-ns/5926 "2024-12-05T20:56:57Z")
Nova Decks and Renovations — Custom Decks & Home Renovations in Halifax, NS Nova Decks and Renovations is a Halifax, Nova Scotia company focused on building well-designed outdoor and indoor living spaces. With a 4.8-star… --- ## [I Love Renovations — Kitchen, Bath & Deck Renovations in Dartmouth, NS](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/i-love-renovations-kitchen-bath-deck-renovations-in-dartmouth-ns/5924)
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I Love Renovations — Kitchen, Bath & Deck Renovations in Dartmouth, NS I Love Renovations operates out of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, providing kitchen and bathroom renovations, custom decks, and patio work across the Halifa… --- ## [Oblique Construction and Design Ltd — Full Home Renovations in Halifax, NS](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/oblique-construction-and-design-ltd-full-home-renovations-in-halifax-ns/5919)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2024, 8:55pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/oblique-construction-and-design-ltd-full-home-renovations-in-halifax-ns/5919 "2024-12-05T20:55:57Z")
Oblique Construction and Design Ltd — Full Home Renovations in Halifax, NS Oblique Construction and Design Ltd was founded by Shane Oake, who started in the trades as a deck carpenter and spent 20 years in residential co… --- ## [YardScape Construction — Decks, Sheds & Outdoor Living in Steinbach, MB](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/yardscape-construction-decks-sheds-outdoor-living-in-steinbach-mb/10587)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2024, 11:46am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/yardscape-construction-decks-sheds-outdoor-living-in-steinbach-mb/10587 "2024-12-13T11:46:53Z")
YardScape Construction — Decks, Sheds & Outdoor Living in Steinbach, MB Since 1997, YardScape Construction has been one of Steinbach, Manitoba’s go-to contractors for outdoor living projects. Operating from 125 Maplewood… --- ## [Don the Deck Builder — Custom Deck Construction in Gravenhurst, ON](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/don-the-deck-builder-custom-deck-construction-in-gravenhurst-on/3073)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2024, 12:54am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/don-the-deck-builder-custom-deck-construction-in-gravenhurst-on/3073 "2024-11-18T00:54:39Z")
Don the Deck Builder — Custom Deck Construction in Gravenhurst, ON Don the Deck Builder is a deck construction specialist based in Gravenhurst, Ontario, focusing on custom deck builds for residential properties in the Mu… --- ## [Yake Custom Contracting — Handyman, Kitchen, Bath & Deck Services in Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/yake-custom-contracting-handyman-kitchen-bath-deck-services-in-whitchurch-stouffville-on/1685)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2024, 10:18pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/yake-custom-contracting-handyman-kitchen-bath-deck-services-in-whitchurch-stouffville-on/1685 "2024-11-16T22:18:26Z")
Yake Custom Contracting — Handyman, Kitchen, Bath & Deck Services in Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON Yake Custom Contracting is a Whitchurch-Stouffville-based renovation and handyman service founded and led by owner Brian Yak… --- ## [Red Seal Carpentry — Interior & Exterior Renovations, Decks & Fencing in Stratford, ON](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/red-seal-carpentry-interior-exterior-renovations-decks-fencing-in-stratford-on/1598)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2024, 10:10pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/red-seal-carpentry-interior-exterior-renovations-decks-fencing-in-stratford-on/1598 "2024-11-16T22:10:10Z")
Red Seal Carpentry — Interior & Exterior Renovations, Decks & Fencing in Stratford, ON Red Seal Carpentry is a locally owned Stratford, Ontario contractor run by Adam — a Stratford-born tradesperson with over 20 years of… --- ## [Honey Do List — Handyman, Roofing & Deck Services in Mattawa, ON](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/honey-do-list-handyman-roofing-deck-services-in-mattawa-on/1191)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2024, 9:31pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/honey-do-list-handyman-roofing-deck-services-in-mattawa-on/1191 "2024-11-16T21:31:05Z")
Honey Do List — Handyman, Roofing & Deck Services in Mattawa, ON Honey Do List is a Mattawa, Ontario-based home services company specializing in bathroom remodeling, roofing, and deck construction. Operating in the Upper… --- ## [D's Construction — General Carpentry & Indoor/Outdoor Renovations in Walkerton, ON](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/ds-construction-general-carpentry-indoor-outdoor-renovations-in-walkerton-on/1082)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2024, 9:20pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/ds-construction-general-carpentry-indoor-outdoor-renovations-in-walkerton-on/1082 "2024-11-16T21:20:35Z")
D’s Construction — General Carpentry & Indoor/Outdoor Renovations in Walkerton, ON D’s Construction is a small, owner-operated general contracting and carpentry firm based at 230 Ridout Street in Walkerton, in the Munici… --- ## [AYC Renovations — Kitchen, Bathroom, Basement & Deck Contractor in Georgetown, Halton Hills, ON](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/ayc-renovations-kitchen-bathroom-basement-deck-contractor-in-georgetown-halton-hills-on/1081)
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AYC Renovations — Kitchen, Bathroom, Basement & Deck Contractor in Georgetown / Halton Hills, ON AYC Renovations is a Halton-based construction company running out of 158 Guelph Street, Unit 3, in downtown Georgetown. Th… --- ## [Post Masters Fences & Decks — Custom Fencing, Decks & Post Holes in Fort Erie, ON (Niagara)](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/post-masters-fences-decks-custom-fencing-decks-post-holes-in-fort-erie-on-niagara/1046)
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Post Masters Fences & Decks — Custom Fencing, Decks & Post Holes in Fort Erie, Ontario Post Masters is a Fort Erie–based outdoor-living specialist focused on three tightly scoped service lines: custom fencing, custom dec… --- ## [CSL Contracting — custom homes, additions & renovations in Cobourg, Northumberland County, ON](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/csl-contracting-custom-homes-additions-renovations-in-cobourg-northumberland-county-on/1006)
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CSL Contracting — custom homes, additions & renovations in Cobourg, Ontario CSL Contracting is a Cobourg-based general contractor focused on the full residential-construction spectrum: new custom dream homes, additions t… [Next page](https://home.renovation.reviews/tag/decks/1276.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=decks)