Deck Repair in Bowmanville, ON
Fix the rot before it spreads.
A deck can look fine from the kitchen window and still be soft where it counts. We handle deck repair in Bowmanville for the older homes near the downtown core, where worn-out decks are a regular sight, and for anyone whose deck has made it through one winter too many. Pedro's inspection background means the quote covers what holds the deck up as well as the boards you walk on.
Worn Decks Behind Older Homes Near Downtown
Deck maintenance is one of the things Bowmanville homeowners ask us about most, and the older houses around downtown account for a lot of the tired ones. Those homes went up long before backyard decks were common, so the deck out back was added later, sometimes more than once. Freeze-thaw is hard on any of them. Water gets into checks and nail holes, freezes, and opens them a little wider each winter until boards cup and split and fasteners back out.
The part people can't see is usually the bigger worry. Where a deck meets the house, the ledger board should be fastened properly and flashed so water runs away from the wall. On older add-on decks that detail is often missing or rusted out, and the ledger and the rim joist behind it rot quietly. Pedro inspected homes for 15 years, so he checks that connection, along with the joists and footings, before pricing anything.
Sometimes deck board replacement is all a deck needs, at about $15 to $30 a board depending on the material. If the framing has gone soft, though, new decking on top is money wasted, and a full rebuild of a 10x12 pressure-treated deck typically lands between $3,000 and $7,000. Either way, you'll get a straight answer about which one your deck needs and why.
Pedro handles deck repairs, board replacement, railings and new deck builds. For how he approaches deck repair in general, see our deck repair & building page.
How deck repair works
Inspection
We go over the whole structure: boards, joists, posts, hardware, railings, and where the deck attaches to the house.
Diagnosis and quote
We tell you exactly what has to be replaced and what can be saved. The written estimate lists the materials out.
Repair or build
Bad boards come out and new ones go in. If the framing underneath needs work, that gets done first. New builds start with proper footings.
Finishing
We sand, then stain or seal as needed. A deck that's finished properly lasts years longer than one left bare.
Deck Repair cost in Bowmanville
Replacing boards usually costs $15 to $30 per board, depending on the material.
New railings run about $20 to $50 per linear foot.
A full rebuild of a 10x12 pressure-treated deck is typically $3,000 to $7,000. Height, complexity and local conditions decide where in that range it lands.
Every job gets a free written estimate first, so the price is settled before work starts.
What clients say
Read all reviews →“Pedro is awesome. Built a planter box and installed exterior clothes line. Very happy with his work. Great person too.”
“Pedro is an excellent handyman. He has an awesome personality, very nice customer service. He is a perfectionist.”
Deck Repair in Bowmanville: FAQ
Do you offer deck repair in Bowmanville?
Yes. Bowmanville is part of our Durham Region service area, and we work there from our base in Bowmanville. Call or text (289) 928-5689, or request a free estimate online.
Can you replace just the stairs on my deck?
Yes. Stairs often fail first because the stringers sit close to the ground and stay wet. We check where the stringers bear at the bottom and where they hang off the deck frame, replace whatever is soft, and build new treads and risers to match. If the deck above is solid, there's no reason to touch it.
Is it worth repairing the deck on an older house I'm planning to sell?
Often, yes. A railing that wobbles or boards that flex underfoot stand out at a showing and usually land on the buyer's inspection report. Pedro wrote those reports for 15 years, so he knows what an inspector will flag. We can fix the safety items and the obvious rot without rebuilding the whole deck, and you'll see the price in writing first.
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Need deck repair in Bowmanville?
Call or text Pedro, or ask for a free written estimate online.