Planning for the property

Built for weather, access and everyday use

Exterior work has to respond to weather, existing structure and how people use the property. We review access, site conditions and the full scope—whether that is a deck, fence, gate, railing, post or focused repair—before work begins.

Discuss your project

Deck construction and replacement
Deck repairs
Stairs, railings and guards
Privacy fences and gates
Post-hole digging and auger work
Posts, trim and focused repairs

What the work can include

Exterior work that connects

Decks, guards, stairs, fences and posts need to work with the existing structure, grade and access around the property.

Deck structures

New construction and replacement work are planned around the property, access and required approvals.

Railings & stairs

Steps, guards, railings and transitions are considered as part of safe everyday use.

Fences, gates & posts

Privacy fencing, gates, post replacement and post-hole work can be planned around access, grade and the intended layout.

Details from real projects

See what careful work looks like

Preparation, progress and finished spaces from Hekman Home Services work in London and nearby communities.

Weathered connected rear decks before renewal work — Before deck renewal

Rear deck opened during construction work — Deck work in progress

Completed long-run wood privacy fence — Privacy fence

Aligned wood fence posts set during a separate installation — Fence-post layout in progress

Powered auger preparing a fence-post hole at the same installation — Fence-post auger work

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Completed row of renewed rear decks at an anonymous multi-unit property

Genuine local project

Multi-unit exterior proof

A connected deck renewal, documented from weathered wood to finished row

The repeated rear decks were treated as one coordinated exterior scope. The story follows the existing condition, open construction work and the completed deck and guard surfaces.

See the multi-unit deck renewal

Common questions

Helpful before the walkthrough

The final scope depends on your property, materials and existing conditions.

Do deck projects require permits?

Some do. Requirements depend on height, size, attachment and local rules. Permit needs are identified during planning.

Can you replace railings or stairs without replacing the whole deck?

Focused repairs or replacements can be considered after the existing structure is assessed.

Do you complete exterior repair lists?

Yes. Multiple compatible exterior items can be reviewed and grouped into one quote.

Related services

The connected work matters too

Many renovations involve more than one surface or room. These services are often part of the same conversation.

Thinking about this project?

Show us what you’re working with

You do not need a finished design or every decision made. A few photos and a clear description are enough to begin.

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Decks & Exterior Work