Get matched, free, with licensed deck builders near you

How OutDeckly works (and what we don’t do)

OutDeckly is a FREE matching and information service for homeowners in the United States. If you’re planning a new deck or replacing an existing one, we connect you with licensed, insured deck builders near you.

We’re not a deck contractor. We don’t design decks, build decks, pull permits, or install anything. Builders are the licensed pros who will visit (if needed), confirm site details, and provide an itemized quote for the work they’ll do.

After you share your project details, the deck builders we match you with can contact you. You compare proposals and decide who to hire—OutDeckly doesn’t make the hiring decision.

4 steps: from your info to builder quotes

1) Share your project basics
Tell us what you want (size, materials you’re considering, stairs/railings, and your general location). This helps us match you with builders who do similar work.

2) We connect you with licensed, insured deck builders
We send your request to deck builders in your area. You’ll hear from them directly.

3) Compare quotes and scopes
Ask questions, compare pricing, and make sure the work includes the items that matter to you (materials, footings, railings, stairs, waterproofing/finishes, and timelines).

4) You choose who to hire
You keep full control. Don’t pay a deposit until you have the right details in writing. Builders should also confirm permits and whether the project requires inspection per your local rules.

Want the checklist version? See how it works.

Who we’re for

OutDeckly helps homeowners who want to plan a deck and compare licensed deck builders. That includes new immigrants and non-native English speakers—people who may need clearer steps and practical guidance when they’re getting quotes.

If you’re not sure where to start, tell us what you know (for example: “I want a 12x16 deck, stairs to the yard, and railings”). The builders can clarify the rest during their quote process.

This is a homeowner-to-builder matching service. If you’re a contractor or builder looking for leads, that’s a different use case—OutDeckly is not a consumer-facing bid marketplace.

How we’re paid (so you don’t pay OutDeckly)

OutDeckly is always free for you as the homeowner. Deck builders pay OutDeckly a flat fee for qualified introductions to homeowners.

That means you won’t see “OutDeckly fees” added to your bill. The cost for your deck is between you and the licensed builder you choose to hire.

Deck cost: what you can expect (estimates, not quotes)

Deck pricing varies a lot. A typical starting point is often discussed as a cost-per-square-foot, but your real price depends on details like deck size, height, footings/foundation requirements, ledger board conditions, stair runs, railing style, drainage, local labor rates, and material availability.

Materials can swing costs:

• Pressure-treated wood: usually the lowest upfront material cost, but it needs sealing/maintenance to help it last.
• Cedar: often mid-range upfront, with less aggressive upkeep than many pressure-treated finishes, though it still needs proper care.
• Composite (wood-plastic or similar): typically higher upfront material cost, with lower everyday maintenance.
• PVC/perfectly weather-resistant options: often the most weatherproof and usually the priciest material upfront.

If you’re trying to ballpark a budget, check deck costs for typical per-square-foot ranges by material and the common drivers that change the final number.

Your safety checklist: license, insurance, permits, inspection, and written scope

Before you hire any builder, verify the basics yourself:

• Confirm the builder is LICENSED for your area (requirements vary by state and city).
• Confirm the builder is INSURED (ask for proof of insurance).
• Confirm the correct PERMITS will be pulled for your project.
• Confirm the work will pass INSPECTION where required.

Also, get the price and scope in writing before any deposit. A good written scope should spell out materials, railing/stair details, how footings will be handled, timeline expectations, and what’s included in the quote.

If you want a step-by-step guide to vetting a builder, see vet a deck builder.

Privacy, contact consent, and what we collect

We collect the project details you share and your contact information so we can match you with licensed, insured deck builders. We do not ask for financial account numbers or financial records.

When you submit the lead form, you may be asked for consent related to contacting you. If there’s a TCPA consent checkbox on the form, select it only if you agree to be contacted by phone/text at the number you provided. You can also opt out where offered.

Exact data handling and retention practices are described in our privacy policy. If you want to limit how we contact you, use the contact options provided on our forms or in the policy.

Terms and legal disclaimer (important)

OutDeckly only provides matching and information. We are not a contractor and we do not guarantee workmanship, pricing, timelines, permitting outcomes, or inspection results.

All cost figures we share are ESTIMATES / typical ranges, not quotes. Your final price depends on your deck design, site conditions, local code requirements, and what a licensed builder determines during the quoting process.

OutDeckly does not pull permits, schedule inspections, or supervise construction. The licensed deck builder you choose is responsible for complying with applicable building codes and permit/inspection rules in your city/state.

By using OutDeckly, you agree that any quotes you receive come from the deck builders you’re matched with, and you are responsible for selecting and hiring the contractor you trust.