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Serving Auburndale, FL and surrounding areas. (863) 366-5112
Most decks are built to a standard size from a standard plan. Yours does not have to be. We design each deck around your property, your lifestyle, and how you actually want to use the space.
Custom deck design and build in Auburndale means your deck is designed from scratch around your yard, your home, and how you want to use it - most projects run three to seven working days of construction once the Polk County permit is approved.
A lot of homeowners in Auburndale come to us after buying a home with a tired or failing wood deck, or after spending years avoiding a backyard that just does not work for them. The combination of Central Florida heat and humidity means materials wear faster here than in most other states, and a deck that was not planned for those conditions will show it. If you are weighing materials, our composite deck installation page walks through why so many Auburndale homeowners choose low-maintenance composite for the long haul.
Whether you want a simple ground-level platform or something with multiple levels and built-in seating, the design conversation starts with what you actually need - not with a catalog page. Call us or fill out the estimate form and we will set up a time to walk your yard.
If you find yourself staying inside rather than going out back because there is no shaded, level place to sit, your outdoor space is not working for you. In Auburndale, a well-oriented deck can turn a yard you avoid into a space you use almost every evening.
Spongy boards are a warning sign that moisture has gotten into the wood - a common problem in Florida's humidity. Once rot spreads, patching individual boards usually just delays the inevitable. At some point a full rebuild is safer and more cost-effective than continued repairs.
In Auburndale's sandy soil, footings that were not set deep enough can shift over time, causing a deck to tilt or separate from the ledger board where it connects to the house. A deck that is moving needs professional evaluation - and often replacement rather than repair.
If you want to host gatherings, set up outdoor dining, or create room for the kids but your yard does not have the right setup, a custom design can solve that. Unlike a generic patio slab, a custom deck is built around exactly how many people you want to seat and what your home's layout allows.
Our custom deck work covers every part of the project from the first site visit to the county inspection sign-off. We design each deck around your specific yard, handle the Polk County permit application, set the footings correctly for local sandy soil, and build the frame and surface with materials suited to Florida's climate. For homeowners who want the longest lifespan with the least maintenance, we frequently build composite deck installations as part of a custom design - composite boards paired with a properly framed substructure perform well in Auburndale's heat and humidity.
For homeowners who want to extend their outdoor space vertically or work with a yard that has elevation changes, we also build multi-level decks that make the most of what your property's grade already offers. No two projects look the same, and that is the point.
Best for flat yards and homeowners who want straightforward access with minimal steps.
Ideal when your home's back door sits higher than the yard, requiring stairs and a stronger structural frame.
A good fit for sloped lots or homeowners who want to define separate outdoor zones - dining, lounging, or grilling.
For homeowners who want the finished look of wood without the annual maintenance cycle in Florida's climate.
Suited to homeowners who want seating, planters, or railing upgrades designed into the original build rather than added later.
For homeowners with a pool or hot tub who need a surface that drains well and stays safe underfoot when wet.
Auburndale sits in the heart of Polk County, surrounded by lakes and dealing with some of the most persistent heat and humidity in Florida. That environment is harder on outdoor structures than most homeowners realize. The combination of sandy soil - which does not grip footings the same way denser soils do - and daily summer thunderstorms means that a deck built without local knowledge will show problems within a few years. Getting the footings right from the start is the most important thing we do, and it is completely invisible once the boards are down.
Auburndale also has significant HOA coverage in its newer subdivisions - particularly those near Lake Ariana - and many homeowners are surprised to find that county permit approval and HOA approval are two separate processes. We ask about HOA requirements at the first meeting so your design is compliant from the start, not after the fact. Homeowners in Lake Alfred and Winter Haven face the same Polk County permitting process and soil conditions, and we handle those projects the same way.
We respond within one business day. The first conversation is a short call about your yard, what you are thinking, and whether you have an HOA. No sales pitch - just a quick check to make sure we can help.
We come to your property to measure the space, look at how the sun hits your yard, and talk through your ideas in person. You will receive a written proposal and basic design sketch within a week of this visit.
Once you approve the design and sign a contract, we submit the Polk County permit application on your behalf. You do not need to do anything. Plan for one to three weeks for permit review before construction begins.
A typical mid-size deck takes three to seven working days to build. When construction is complete, the county inspector visits to confirm the work matches the approved plans. You can use the deck as soon as the inspection passes.
Polk County permits take time - the sooner we start the paperwork, the sooner you are enjoying your new outdoor space. Reach out today and we will schedule a free on-site estimate.
(863) 366-5112Our Florida contractor license is verifiable on the state Department of Business and Professional Regulation website before you sign anything. Hiring a licensed contractor protects you legally and keeps your homeowner's insurance valid.
Verify on DBPRUnpermitted decks create real problems at resale and during insurance claims. We handle the Polk County permit application, coordinate the inspection, and make sure your deck is fully documented - so there are no surprises later.
Sandy Polk County soil requires footings set to the right depth or your deck will shift. We also know the HOA approval processes in Auburndale's established subdivisions, so your design is compliant before the first post is set.
One of the biggest homeowner fears is watching a project price climb mid-build. Our written proposal spells out exactly what is included, which materials will be used, and the total cost - so you can make a confident decision.
Every one of these proof points comes back to the same thing: you should know exactly what you are getting, who is building it, and what recourse you have if something is not right. That is how we have operated since we started building decks in Polk County, and it is why homeowners refer us to their neighbors.
The North American Deck and Railing Association publishes helpful resources on deck safety and material selection. For local permit information, the Polk County Building Division is the authoritative source on what is required in Auburndale.
Long-lasting composite boards installed on a pressure-treated frame - less upkeep year to year than wood in Florida's climate.
Learn MoreTwo or more connected deck levels designed for sloped yards or homeowners who want distinct outdoor zones for different activities.
Learn MorePolk County permit slots fill up fast before the spring rush - reach out today and we will get your project on the calendar before the wait gets longer.