Deck Repair in Campbellford, ON

Damp Ground and Rotting Posts Near the Trent

Moisture is the main enemy of decks near the river. Posts set close to wet ground wick water up from the base, and joists that never fully dry between rains soften along the top edge where the boards hold water against them. From above, the deck can look fine. Underneath, a screwdriver sinks into wood that should be hard.

Low decks are the hardest to judge. With only a foot or two of clearance, air barely moves underneath and leaves pile up, so the framing stays wet. On those, we often lift a few boards to get a proper look before quoting. If the framing is solid, deck board replacement usually costs $15 to $30 a board, depending on the material. If the posts or footings are gone, we'll tell you straight whether a rebuild makes more sense.

On farm properties around Trent Hills, the deck can end up waiting its turn behind fences and outbuildings. Railings loosen as bolts rust and the wood shrinks around them, and that's worth fixing before someone leans on one. Expect $20 to $50 per linear foot for new railings. Rebuilding a 10x12 pressure-treated deck typically comes to $3,000 to $7,000, with height and complexity deciding where it lands.

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.