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Decks and porches

Custom decks and porches designed around your home

A deck is the floor of your outdoor living room — and the difference between one you use and one you avoid comes down to layout, materials, and the details: railings, stairs, skirting, and how it meets the yard.

Deck projects benefit from the specialized experience of Hickory Dickory Decks Toronto West. Depending on your address, your build may be handled directly through the appropriate Hickory Dickory Decks territory — either way, you get one coordinated plan for the whole outdoor space.

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Build types

Build types

Composite decks

Capped composite boards resist fading, staining, and splinters, and never need staining. Higher upfront cost, lowest lifetime effort — the most popular choice for family decks.

Pressure-treated wood decks

The budget-friendly classic. Modern treated lumber lasts well when maintained; expect to clean and re-stain every couple of years.

Resurfacing an existing deck

If your framing is sound but the surface is tired, new decking and railings on the existing structure can deliver a like-new deck at a fraction of full replacement.

Front porches

Porch rebuilds and new builds that lift the whole face of the house — often paired with new steps, railings, and entrance landscaping.

Details that make the deck

Details that make the deck

Railings

Wood, black aluminum pickets, or glass panels — the single biggest visual (and budget) decision after the decking itself.

Stairs and landings

Wide, well-lit stairs make a raised deck feel connected to the yard instead of perched above it.

Skirting and storage

Clean skirting hides the underside of elevated decks; access panels turn the space below into dry storage.

Privacy and lighting

Louvered privacy walls and integrated low-voltage lighting extend how — and how late — you use the deck.

Typical planning ranges

What projects like this tend to cost.

Broad examples

  • A mid-sized pressure-treated deck with wood railings often plans in the high teens to low twenties.
  • The same footprint in composite with aluminum or glass railings commonly plans at roughly one and a half to two times that.
  • Resurfacing projects vary widely with framing condition — the site review settles it quickly.

Examples are for early planning only — not a quoted price. Pricing excludes demolition and removal of existing structures. Your range depends on the factors beside this list, and the project planner will give you a range for your specific space.

What moves the price

  • Deck height — elevated decks need engineered footings and more structure
  • Railing selection, stair runs, and skirting
  • Demolition and disposal of an existing structure (priced separately)
  • Access to the backyard for materials and equipment
  • Permit requirements for your municipality

Project gallery

Recent work.

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How it works

From photo to finished project.

  1. 01Planning

    Start with a photo and your wish list; the planner returns concept directions and a realistic range for your size.

  2. 02Site review

    We measure, check grades and structures, assess the existing framing if resurfacing, and confirm permit needs.

  3. 03Proposal

    Fixed pricing on a specific design — decking line, railing system, stairs, and finishing details all named.

  4. 04Installation

    Most decks build in one to two weeks on site once permits and materials are in hand.

Common questions

Answers before you ask.

Do decks need a building permit in Toronto?

Generally yes when a deck is attached to the house or raised more than about 60 cm (24 inches) above grade, and footings must extend below frost depth. Rules differ by municipality across the GTA — we confirm and handle the process for your address.

Is composite really worth the extra cost?

If you plan to stay in the home, usually yes: no staining, no splinters, and colour that holds. Over ten to fifteen years the maintenance savings close much of the price gap with wood.

How does the Hickory Dickory Decks relationship work?

11x12 Solutions is connected with Hickory Dickory Decks Toronto West — same owner, decades of deck-building specialization, and access to 40+ decking brand partners. Depending on where you live, your deck build may be routed to the appropriate Hickory Dickory Decks territory, while 11x12 coordinates the broader outdoor plan — patio, landscaping, lighting — around it. You can explore the dedicated deck portfolio at decks.ca.

Can you build in winter?

Footings and framing can proceed in colder months when conditions allow, and winter builds often skip the spring rush. Some finishing steps prefer warmer weather; we'll be straight with you about timing.

How long will my deck last?

A well-built pressure-treated deck typically gives 15–20 years with maintenance; composite surfaces commonly carry 25–50 year warranties on the boards themselves.

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