New Deck Installation Built to Last Decades
Majestic installs new decks across Austin and Hays County in composite, cedar, multi-level, and pool deck configurations. Every build is engineered to code with proper ledger flashing, modern hardware, and a site walk first. Fully insured, 1,000+ projects since 2016.
A new deck is the rare home project that’s both structural and aesthetic at once. It has to carry a load safely for decades and look like it belongs to the house. We install new decks across Austin and Hays County, and every build starts the same way: a site walk to measure the lot, read the grade, and understand how you’ll actually use the space. We’ve completed more than a thousand projects since 2016, and the process is the same whether the deck is a simple platform or a multi-tier build with an outdoor kitchen. Our team is fully insured for new construction.
The installation begins before any lumber arrives. The site walk covers lot measurement, grade-drop assessment, sun exposure, tree preservation, and a discussion of how the deck will be used, since a deck built for quiet morning coffee is laid out differently than one built for entertaining. Schedule a site walk, and we’ll bring physical material samples so you can see the composite and cedar in your actual light before making any decisions.
How New Deck Installation Works
Material choice drives most early decision-making, and we offer the full range. Composite decking is our most-installed surface because it carries the longest service life with the least maintenance, which matters in the Texas sun. We’re a Trex Pro certified installer, so composite builds carry the enhanced manufacturer warranty. For homeowners who want the warmth and grain of natural wood, cedar decking built with hidden fasteners and stainless hardware delivers the wood-forward look with the construction details that make it last.
Configuration is the other half of the design conversation. On the grade-drop lots common across Hays County, a multi-level deck uses sloped ground far better than a single flat platform, stepping the structure down the grade to create distinct zones. When there’s a pool, a pool deck installation handles the chlorine and splash exposure with composite or porcelain surfaces rated for it.
When the vision doesn’t fit a standard layout, custom deck design starts from the lot and the use case rather than a template. That’s where the design conversation moves past materials and into how the space actually gets lived in.
The structural fundamentals stay constant regardless of material or configuration. Every deck we install is engineered to carry the required load with proper joist spacing, beam sizing, and post placement. The ledger connection, where the deck attaches to the house, gets proper flashing and structural fasteners, because that connection causes more deck failures than anything else when it’s done wrong. We don’t cut corners on the parts you can’t see, since those are the parts that determine whether a deck lasts 15 or 30 years.
Hardware and fasteners are where many Austin decks fail early, and where we maintain a firm standard. We use structural screws, hot-dip galvanized or stainless-steel connectors, and proper joist hangers on every build. Uncoated hardware corrodes in the local humidity, and the under-spec nails common on builder-grade decks work loose over time. Our build process documents the hardware and construction standards we hold every installation to.
Permits are part of every install, and we handle them. The City of Austin and Hays County both require permits for decks that are above 30 inches above grade or are structurally attached to the house. Our permit partners file the paperwork, so the project doesn’t stall on the city or county process. Permit timelines run 2 to 6 weeks, depending on jurisdiction, with the City of Austin generally slower than Hays County, and the review runs in parallel with any HOA architectural approval your neighborhood requires.
The installation timeline depends on the scope. A straightforward single-level deck takes about a week of construction once the permits are cleared. A multi-level build with feature integration runs 2 to 4 weeks. The full timeline from signed quote to finished deck, including permit review, typically runs 4 to 10 weeks, with most of that time spent on permit processing rather than construction. We give you a realistic schedule at the quote, not an optimistic one we can’t hold.
Deck Installation Across the Austin Metro
We install decks throughout the Austin metro and Hays County, including South Austin and Buda, where new construction and deck additions remain busy year-round.
Homeowners in Driftwood and the Hill Country acreage markets receive the same engineered approach, with extra attention to view orientation and tree preservation, which larger lots demand.
The installation quote is a single itemized number covering materials, labor, permits, hardware, and any site preparation. There are no surprise charges once the quote is signed because the site walk captures the variables that drive costs before we put a number on paper. A new deck built correctly is a 20- to 30-year investment, so we’d rather spend the time getting the design and structure right than rush a build that won’t hold up.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the deck installation process look like, start to finish?
It starts with a site walk to measure the lot, read the grade, assess sun and trees, and discuss how you’ll use the deck. Then, design and material selection, an itemized written quote, permit filing, and construction. The full timeline from signed quote to finished deck runs 4 to 10 weeks, most of which is permit review. Construction itself takes about a week for a simple deck and 2 to 4 weeks for a multi-level build.
What deck material should I choose for a new build in Austin?
Composite is our most-installed surface because it carries the longest service life with the least maintenance, which matters in the Texas sun, and we’re a Trex Pro certified installer. Cedar suits homeowners who want natural wood grain and warmth, built with hidden fasteners and stainless hardware so it lasts. We bring physical samples of both to the site walk so you can compare them in your actual light before deciding.
Do you handle permits for new deck installation?
Yes. The City of Austin and Hays County both require permits for decks that are above 30 inches above grade or are structurally attached to the house. Our permit partners file the paperwork, so the project doesn’t stall on the city or county process. Permit timelines run 2 to 6 weeks, depending on jurisdiction, with the City of Austin generally slower than Hays County, and the review runs in parallel with any HOA approval.
Why does the ledger connection matter so much on a new deck?
The ledger is where the deck attaches to the house, and it’s the most common cause of deck failures when done wrong. We install it with proper flashing to prevent water intrusion and with structural fasteners rated for the load. Getting the ledger right is the single most important structural detail in a new deck, which is why we never cut corners on the parts you can’t see.
How is this different from just hiring the cheapest deck builder?
The difference shows up in the parts you can’t see and won’t notice for years. We use structural screws, hot-dip galvanized or stainless connectors, and proper joist hangers, whereas builder-grade installs use under-spec nails and uncoated hardware that corrodes in humidity. A deck built to the lower standard looks identical on day one and starts failing by year ten. We build for a 20 to 30-year service life.
Can you build a multi-level or pool deck, not just a flat platform?
Yes. Multi-level decks suit the grade-drop lots common across Hays County, stepping the structure down the slope to create distinct zones. Pool decks handle chlorine and splash exposure with rated composite or porcelain surfaces. Custom designs start from the lot and use case when the vision doesn’t fit a standard layout. The site walk determines which configuration fits your lot and how you want to use the space.