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Decks & Fencing
Kingston & Eastern Ontario
New deck construction, fence installation, and deck repair for residential properties. Below-frost footings, proper ledger flashing, and honest advice on material options.
What's Included
Exactly what DRW
delivers
- Site assessment — grade, drainage, and footing conditions
- Pressure-treated and composite deck framing
- Railing systems — wood, aluminum, and glass panel
- Fence post installation — concrete footings below frost
- Gate installation — single and double
- Deck repair — rot assessment, selective board or framing replacement
- Footing excavation and concrete footings below frost
- Decking — pressure-treated, composite, or hardwood
- Stair construction — to grade or to door threshold
- Fence panels — wood, vinyl, and aluminum
- Deck ledger flashing and waterproofing
- Daily cleanup and site protection
Best Fit For
Who this is built for
Homeowners adding a new deck or replacing an aging one. Property owners fencing a yard for privacy, pets, or property definition. Landlords repairing or upgrading outdoor spaces. Buyers addressing deck or fence deficiencies flagged in a home inspection report.
How It Works
How the project moves
Site Visit
Assess grade, drainage, existing structure, footing options. Material discussion and design confirmation.
Scope & Quote
Written scope with material spec, footing approach, and cost range. Permit requirements flagged.
Structural Work
Footings, framing, ledger flashing, and structural posts before decking or fence panels go on.
Finish & Handoff
Decking, railings, stairs, gates, and final hardware. Cleanup and walkthrough before sign-off.
Common Questions
What clients usually ask
Does a deck require a permit in Ontario?
Generally yes for decks attached to the house or more than 24 inches above grade. Municipal requirements vary slightly — we confirm requirements for your municipality at the quote stage.
How much does a deck cost per square foot in Ontario?
Pressure-treated: $30–$55/sq ft. Composite: $50–$80/sq ft. Both include footings, framing, decking, railing, and stairs at medium–high Ontario pricing. Fencing runs $25–$65 per linear foot depending on material and height.
What's the difference between pressure-treated and composite?
Pressure-treated is more affordable but requires cleaning and staining/sealing every 2–3 years to maintain appearance and longevity. Composite costs more upfront but requires minimal maintenance — wash it down once a year.
Can my old deck be repaired instead of replaced?
Often yes — if framing and footings are sound, selectively replacing boards, railings, and stairs costs a fraction of full replacement. We assess and give an honest recommendation at the site visit.
All Services
Start with an estimate
Tell us the deck size or fence run, material preference, and location. We’ll respond with a clear range.
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Why DRW
Why clients choose DRW
for decks & fencing
01
Footings Done Right
A deck is only as good as its footings. We dig to below frost depth (1.2m+ in Eastern Ontario), use proper concrete forms, and install to current Ontario Building Code.
02
Ledger Flashing Critical
An improperly flashed ledger board is the most common cause of deck rot and structural failure. We flash and waterproof every ledger connection — no shortcuts.
03
Material Advice
Pressure-treated for budget and repairability. Composite for low maintenance. Hardwood for premium look. We walk you through the real tradeoffs — not just upselling composite.
04
Fence Post Depth
Posts set too shallow heave and lean within a few seasons. We concrete every fence post to proper depth for Eastern Ontario frost conditions — 1.2m minimum.
05
Repair vs Replace Honesty
We assess whether selective repair is right before recommending full replacement. If the framing is sound, replacement of decking and railings is often the smarter call.
06
Permit Awareness
Decks over 24 inches from grade attached to the house typically require a permit in Ontario. We flag this at quote stage — not after we’ve started building.
Cost Estimator
Deck & fence cost estimator
Ontario medium–high market rates. Deck costs broken out by footings, framing, decking, railings, and stairs. Fence estimated by linear foot.
Deck & Fence Estimator
Enter your deck size and fence run. Leave unused items at zero. All rates include labour, materials, and permit allowance at Ontario medium–high pricing.
Estimated Project Range
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Ontario medium–high market · labour + materials
Scope
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Ready for a site visit?
A quick look at the site confirms grade, drainage, footing conditions, and material suitability — giving us everything needed for a firm written quote.
Estimates based on Ontario medium–high market rates 2024–2025. Deck costs include footings, framing, decking, railing, and stairs. Material costs reflect supply pricing at time of estimate — composite and hardwood prices fluctuate. Permit fees vary by municipality. Planning purposes only — not a quote or contract.
Ready to build or repair?
Tell us your deck size, material preference, and fence run. We’ll respond with a clear scope and cost range within one business day.