New Composite Deck Build in Marstons Mills

This Marstons Mills deck build is a good example of what it looks like when you do things right from the ground up. We started with a solid pressure-treated frame, wrapped every joist with protective flashing tape before a single composite board went down. That step alone makes a huge difference in how long the substructure holds up - especially in a coastal New England climate where moisture gets into everything.

The decking itself is a light gray composite with a wood-grain texture. Clean, low-maintenance, and tough. No staining, no sealing, no rotting boards to replace in five years. The center divider board running lengthwise gives the surface a sharp, intentional look that sets it apart from a basic straight-run install. Details like that are small, but they matter.

We framed out the stair stringers the same way we built the rest of it - wrapped, braced, and built to hold. The steps are wide and comfortable, with the same composite treads as the main deck surface. Everything ties together. That kind of consistency is what separates a deck that looks good in photos from one that actually holds up over time.

The scope of this job went beyond just laying boards. It involved two connected deck sections at different levels, custom stair framing with solid footings, post placement for railings, and careful integration with the existing house. Work like this falls squarely in our exterior renovations wheelhouse - and it's the kind of project we genuinely enjoy getting right.

A well-built deck adds real, usable space to your home. It's not just square footage - it's somewhere you actually want to spend time. We take that seriously on every job we do on Cape Cod.