Jacksonville Deck Builders

Q: How much does a 12x12 deck cost in Jacksonville?

A 12x12 pressure-treated deck in Jacksonville runs $3,200–$4,000 installed with permits. A 12x12 Trex composite deck runs $4,600–$6,000 depending on color, railing, and footing depth. AZEK PVC or Ipe hardwood pushes the same footprint to $6,100–$8,400. All prices include permits, framing, standard cable or aluminum railing, and one-year workmanship warranty.

Q: What's the best time of year to build a deck in Jacksonville Florida?

October through April is peak Jacksonville deck-building season — lower humidity, less afternoon rain, and faster permit turnaround at Duval County. Summer builds are still common (we work through the heat) but afternoon storms can push framing days. We book ~6 weeks out year-round.

Q: Trex vs AZEK for a Jacksonville pool deck — which is better?

For Jacksonville pool decks, AZEK PVC is the standard pick — it runs 30°F cooler underfoot than Trex composite in Florida sun, has a lifetime fade warranty, and resists chlorine and salt-water splash without staining. Trex is still excellent for shaded or non-pool decks at a lower cost. We install both.

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Anatomy

Anatomy Of A
Florida-Grade Deck.

Most Jacksonville deck failures aren't the boards — they're the framing, the fasteners, or the footings. Here's what's actually under every Coastal-built deck.

Cutaway view of a Florida-grade Trex composite deck showing concrete footings, pressure-treated posts, galvanized joist hangers, dimensional joist framing, composite decking and cable railing

Build · Cross-Section Every layer engineered for Duval's 130 mph wind zone

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Decking — Trex / MoistureShield / AZEKWhat you walk on. Capped composite resists fade, stain, scratch. 25-yr to lifetime warranty depending on tier.

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Joists + blocking — 16″ on centerPT southern yellow pine framing. Joists tied to ledger with hurricane-rated joist hangers. Blocking every 4 ft for shear.

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Posts — 6×6 PT, sealed at every interfaceNotched and through-bolted to the beam. Galvanized post bases keep wood off the concrete (no rot at the base).

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Footings — 24″ concrete, sized for upliftBelow frost line. Sized to the Florida wind zone — Duval is 130 mph, beachfront up to 160. Stamped engineering on every permit.

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Railing — cable, glass, or compositeThrough-bolted to deck rim. Cable is the customer favorite — preserves the view. Glass on oceanfront. Code-compliant 36″ in Jacksonville.

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Typical 5–7 wks. Permits + build.

Process

From First Call —
To Final Walk-Through.

No surprises, no scope creep. Here's exactly what happens between your first call to our Jacksonville deck builders and your first cookout on the new deck.

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On-Site Estimate

Free in-home visit. 60 minutes. We measure, photograph, walk material + budget options. Samples in hand.

week 1

02

3D Design

Photoreal 3D render of your build, credited to your project when you build with us. Fixed-price quote in 7 days. Material samples mailed.

week 1–2

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Permits & Prep

Stamped engineering, county permits, HOA submission. Site prep + demo. You don't lift a finger.

week 2–4

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Construction

5–14 days on-site depending on size. Daily cleanup. Final inspection + walk-through.

week 5–6

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Portfolio

Recent Builds.
Real Jacksonville Backyards.

A sample of recent Jacksonville builds. Click any to see the full project breakdown — material, footprint, timeline, what we'd do differently next time.

San Marco composite deck with landing steps and railing

San Marco · Composite · Build #387

Landing Steps + Cable Railing

Anastasia Island · Trex

Coastal Trex Build

Mandarin · AZEK · 380 sq ft

Pool Deck Refresh

Wooden deck installation Fernandina Beach

Fernandina Beach · Hardwood

Coastal Wood Build

Atlantic Beach · Cedar · 480 sq ft

Beach-House Wraparound

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Fixed quote. No quote-form gates.

Pricing

Honest Numbers.
No Quote-Form Gates.

Most Jacksonville deck builders won't publish prices. Here's what we actually charge — for a 10' × 14' ground-level deck. Multi-tier, railings + lighting quoted separately.

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Pressure-treated

$22/sq ft

5–10 day install

PT framing + decking
Galvanized hardware
Permits + engineering
Re-stain every 2 years

most built

Trex composite

$32–$42/sq ft

7–14 day install

Trex Transcend (11 colors)
25-year fade warranty
Hidden fasteners standard
LED riser lights option

premium

AZEK / Ipe

$42–$58/sq ft

10–18 day install

AZEK / Ipe / cedar
Lifetime / 40-yr warranty
Cable / glass rail options
Built-in benches / storage

Free in-home estimate · fixed-price quote in 7 days · free removal of your old deck · no surprise add-ons

Family-Owned · Insured · Trusted

500+ DecksSINCE 2013

Google 4.9★70 REVIEWS

10-Yr WarrantyWORKMANSHIP

Composite · PVC& HARDWOOD

Family-OwnedFULLY INSURED

Free QuoteFIXED IN 7 DAYS

EST2013 · 13 YRS

Reviews

Jacksonville
Homeowners Agree.

★★★★★

Jacksonville Deck Builders did a beautiful job on my new deck. The craftsmanship is top-tier, and the finish came out better than I imagined. They paid attention to every detail and made the whole process feel smooth and easy.

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K.J T.

Verified Google review

★★★★★

Big shout out to this awesome patio company. Took me a while to find someone I can trust with making it look exactly how I want it to. Love the custom job — worth every penny!

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Elguin C.

Verified Google review

★★★★★

Great pergola and deck installation contractors.

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Gina A.

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FAQ

Still Curious About
Our Jacksonville Decks?

Who are the best Jacksonville deck builders?

Jacksonville Deck Builders (a Coastal Outdoor Construction brand) builds custom composite, PVC, and hardwood decks. 500+ Jacksonville decks built since 2013. 4.9★ across 70 Google reviews. Family-owned and fully insured. Free in-home consult anywhere in Duval, St. Johns or Nassau. Call (904) 944-9253.

Do you build pergolas, pavilions and outdoor kitchens too?

Yes — pergolas, covered porches, and full outdoor-kitchen builds are all handled in-house. Framing, roof tie-in, electrical and finish work all stay under one contract, one warranty, one point of contact.

Are you front porch contractors or just deck installers?

Both. We're full front porch builders and covered porch installers across Jacksonville — open, covered, and wrap-around porch construction. Most Jacksonville homes need a porch addition along with a deck refresh, and we handle both under one contract. Same engineering, same warranty.

Do you build patios and paver decks too?

Yes. We're patio builders across Duval, St. Johns & Nassau — travertine, brick, bluestone, shellstone pavers. Most Jacksonville homeowners pair a composite deck with a paver patio or pool deck surround. We handle the whole outdoor build under one engineering set.

Can you tie a new deck into my existing pool or pool deck?

Yes — pool-deck transitions are one of our most common builds. We coordinate the elevation match between the existing pool coping and the new deck framing, handle the waterproofing detail, and finish in cool-touch composite (AZEK is the favorite around Florida pools — runs 30°F cooler than wood underfoot).

Do you build covered and front porches?

Yes — covered, front, back, and wrap-around porches are a major part of our Jacksonville volume. We build the porch structure and roof, tie it cleanly into your existing roofline, and finish it with composite or wood flooring. We don't install screen enclosures ourselves, but we can build your porch screen-ready and point you to a trusted screen specialist.

Do you handle outdoor kitchens and built-ins?

Yes. Full outdoor-kitchen builds — masonry counters, grill cabinets, beverage fridges, sinks, gas runs, electrical. We also build benches, planter boxes, hot tub surrounds, and integrated cable lighting into the deck itself.

Do I need a permit for a deck in Jacksonville?

Yes — Duval County requires a permit for any deck over 30 inches off the ground or attached to a primary structure, plus HOA approval where applicable. We handle every step: site plan, engineering stamp, permit application, HOA submission. You don't lift a finger.

How long does a typical deck build take?

From first call to first backyard cookout: 6 weeks. Week 1 consult + 3D render. Weeks 2–4 permits + HOA. Weeks 5–6 actual build (5–14 days on-site depending on size).

What's included in the in-home consult?

Free, ~60 minutes. We measure the build area, photograph the site, walk material and budget options with physical samples in hand, and discuss layout. You'll have a written fixed-price quote in 7 days. A photoreal 3D render of your build is available too — it carries a fee that we credit to your project when you build with us.

Do you handle the HOA submission, or do I?

We do. We prepare the architectural drawing set the HOA expects, fill out the ARB application, and submit on your behalf. Most Jacksonville HOAs respond in 14–30 days. We handle resubmits or color-board requests directly with the committee.

Will I have one point of contact during the build?

Yes. You'll get a dedicated project manager from contract signing through final walk-through. Same number, same person. Daily progress photos texted, end-of-week summary calls, and same-day responses on any change order.

What's the cleanup like during and after construction?

Daily cleanup is built into the build — magnet sweep for fasteners, debris hauled offsite end-of-day, walkways kept clear for the household. Final cleanup includes a power-wash of the new deck, all leftover material hauled, and a walk-through punch-list closed before the final payment.

What's the best time of year to build a deck in Jacksonville Florida?

October through April is peak Jacksonville deck-building season — lower humidity, less afternoon rain, and faster permit turnaround at Duval County. Summer builds are still common (we work through the heat) but afternoon storms can push framing days. We book ~6 weeks out year-round.

Trex vs MoistureShield vs AZEK — what should I pick?

Trex is the all-around composite (25-yr warranty, deep color range). MoistureShield is the best value — it's rated for ground and water contact and runs cooler with CoolDeck. AZEK is premium PVC, the coolest underfoot and the top pick for pool decks. We help you pick at your consult.

Will it survive a hurricane?

Every Coastal deck is engineered to 150 mph wind code with stamped concrete footings, hurricane-rated hardware, marine-grade fasteners, and continuous load path. Permitted, stamped structures are covered under your Florida homeowner's policy — unpermitted aren't.

How does composite hold up in Jacksonville salt air?

Capped composite (Trex Transcend, MoistureShield, AZEK) is built for this — no rot, no splinter, no fade in coastal UV. We've replaced 7-year-old composite decks in Atlantic Beach and Ponte Vedra and the boards looked the same year-one through year-seven. Salt + sun is exactly what these products are tested for.

Will Trex or AZEK fade in direct Florida sun?

Modern capped composite is rated for fade resistance — the polymer cap shields the wood-fiber core from UV. Trex Transcend carries a 25-year fade-and-stain warranty; AZEK carries a limited lifetime fade warranty. We've never had a warranty claim on fade in 10+ years of Jacksonville installs.

What's the difference between Trex composite and AZEK PVC?

Trex is wood-and-plastic composite — warmer underfoot, more wood-look grain patterns, 25-year warranty. AZEK is 100% PVC — runs 30°F cooler in direct sun, lifetime warranty, slightly stiffer feel. AZEK costs ~25% more. Pool-deck homeowners almost always pick AZEK; everyone else usually picks Trex.

Cable rail, glass rail, or standard balusters?

All three. Cable rail is the customer favorite — preserves the view and is permit-compliant at 36" in Jacksonville. Glass panel rail is the upgrade for oceanfront properties. Aluminum or composite balusters are the budget pick and still look clean. We bring physical samples of each to your consult.

Trex vs AZEK for a Jacksonville pool deck — which is better?

For Jacksonville pool decks, AZEK PVC is the standard pick — runs 30°F cooler underfoot than Trex composite in Florida sun, has a lifetime fade warranty, and resists chlorine and salt-water splash without staining. Trex is still excellent for shaded or non-pool decks at a lower price point. We install both.

How much does a 12x12 deck cost in Jacksonville?

A 12x12 pressure-treated deck in Jacksonville runs $3,200–$4,000 installed with permits. A 12x12 Trex composite deck runs $4,600–$6,000 depending on color, railing, and footing depth. AZEK PVC or Ipe hardwood pushes the same footprint to $6,100–$8,400. All prices include permits, framing, standard cable or aluminum railing, and one-year workmanship warranty.

Do you remove my old deck?

Yes — and it's free. We tear out and haul away your old deck, porch, or patio before we build the new one, with no separate demo fee. It's already included in your fixed-price quote.

What's included in the fixed-price quote?

Everything to deliver a finished, permitted deck: materials, labor, footings, hardware, fasteners, railing, stamped engineering, permit fees, HOA submission, demo of the existing structure, and daily cleanup. The quote is fixed in writing — no change orders unless you change the scope.

Do you require a deposit?

Yes — 10% down at signing reserves your build slot and covers engineering + permit fees. A draw at material delivery, a draw at framing complete, and the final payment after the punch-list walk-through. We do not collect any of it in cash and all draws are documented.

Does the price change if I add a pergola, lighting, or built-ins?

Add-ons are quoted as line-item options at the consult so you can see exactly what each upgrade adds. Once you pick a scope and sign, the price is locked. Mid-build add-ons get a written change order before any work starts — no surprise invoices.

Do permits and engineering count against my quote?

No — permit fees and the stamped structural engineering are line-items in your fixed-price quote. You'll see exactly what the county is charging. We don't mark up permit fees.

Does the deck contractor pull the permit in Duval County?

Yes — Jacksonville Deck Builders pulls the permit, submits the stamped engineering, and handles the HOA architectural review. The homeowner doesn't visit the county office. We don't mark up permit fees and the line-item appears in your fixed-price quote.

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What Sets Our Jacksonville Deck Builders Apart.

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10-Year Workmanship Warranty

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Composite Decks

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Outdoor Kitchens

Anatomy Of A
Florida-Grade Deck.

Premium-Grade Materials.
Pick The Deck That Fits Your Life.

From First Call —
To Final Walk-Through.

Recent Builds.
Real Jacksonville Backyards.

Honest Numbers.
No Quote-Form Gates.

Jacksonville
Homeowners Agree.