Deck building and deck replacement in Snohomish County, WA

It comes down to budget and upkeep. Wood like cedar costs less up front but needs regular cleaning and staining to hold up to our wet winters. Composite costs more at the start but won't rot, splinter or need staining, which is why most of our Snohomish County clients go that route.

It depends on what's underneath. Sometimes the framing is solid and only the boards and railing need replacing. Often, though, older decks have rotted joists or posts, or don't meet today's code. We'll inspect it and tell you straight which option makes sense.

If you're moving walls, adding or changing plumbing or electrical, building an addition, or putting on most decks, yes. Swapping cabinets or countertops in the same spot usually doesn't need one. Each city, and Snohomish County for unincorporated areas, has its own rules, so we check before we quote.

Yes. Interior work like kitchens and bathrooms goes on all year. For decks, additions and new construction, we plan around Pacific Northwest weather, protect the work from rain, and schedule the most weather-sensitive steps for drier stretches. Many homeowners book exterior projects in winter so they're ready for summer.