Structure
Footings to frost depth — typically 1.2 m here — ledger flashing done before the first board goes on, and joist spans sized to the decking product rather than to habit.
Overview
A deck is structure before it's a surface. Footings below frost line, a ledger flashed and fastened to the house correctly, joists sized for the span — get those wrong and no decking board saves it.
We build decks, fences, gazebos and pergolas in pressure-treated, cedar and composite, to the Ontario Building Code and whatever your municipality requires on top of it.
What we do
- New deck construction
- Multi-level and wrap-around decks
- Composite and PT decking
- Cedar decks and privacy screens
- Covered decks and roof structures
- Gazebos and pergolas
- Railing systems — wood, aluminum, glass
- Deck re-decking over sound frames
- New fence installation
- Fence replacement and repair
- Gates and hardware
- Frost-depth post footings
Materials
Composite where low maintenance matters, cedar where it should look and smell like cedar, pressure-treated where budget leads. Hidden fasteners on request.
Permits
Most Ontario municipalities require a permit once a deck is above a set height or attached to the house. Hamilton's spring permit queue runs weeks — we get the application in early.
Fencing
Posts set in concrete below frost line, rails sized to the span, and lines set straight even where the grade isn't.
Commercial
Decks & Fences for commercial& multi-unit properties.
Commercial decking and fencing has to meet guard-height and loading requirements, and often a site-security spec on top.
- Restaurant and patio decking
- Multi-unit balcony and terrace decking
- Guards and railings to Code
- Site hoarding and construction fencing
- Perimeter and security fencing
- Gates and access-control prep
- Pergolas and shade structures
- Dumpster and utility enclosures
Process
How a jobactually runs.
- 01
Site visit
We walk the property with you — grades, drainage, access, what you actually use the space for. No guesswork from a satellite photo.
- 02
Design & quote
A layout, material selections and a transparent line-by-line price. You see what you're paying for before anything is ordered.
- 03
Permits where needed
Hamilton driveway approvals, building permits, conservation authority and heritage approvals — we confirm what your address needs and handle the application.
- 04
Build & walkthrough
Base prep done properly, a crew that cleans up daily, and a walkthrough at the end where we go over maintenance and stand behind the work.
Questions
Straight answers.
Do I need a permit for a deck?
In most Ontario municipalities, yes — once the deck is above roughly 600 mm off grade, or whenever it's attached to the house. We confirm your municipality's threshold and handle the drawings and application.
How long does a permit take in Hamilton?
Plan for weeks rather than days, and longer in the spring rush when the whole city applies at once. That's the main reason to start the conversation in late winter.
Composite or wood?
Composite costs more up front and almost nothing after. Cedar looks better and costs less to install but wants attention every couple of years. Pressure-treated is the budget option and needs the most upkeep.
Can you replace just the boards?
If the frame and footings are sound, yes — re-decking over solid structure is a fraction of the cost of a rebuild. We'll inspect and tell you honestly which one you're looking at.
Reviews
What customersactually said.
5.0
★★★★★
32 Google reviews
32 Google reviews
★★★★★
Superior Landscaping Design Construction recently completed a driveway extension for us and also refinished the existing interlock, leveling it out beautifully. They topped everything off with a sealer coat, and the end result looks fantastic. The price was reasonable, the workmanship was solid, and the team was great to work with. I highly recommend them if you're looking for quality landscaping and driveway work done right.
★★★★★
A fantastic job done by Ahmed and his crew. Extremely punctual, left no mess and paid attention to all details of driveway, walkway and porch. All employees were friendly and a pleasure to deal with. I highly recommend them.
★★★★★
I had an excellent experience with Superior - Landscaping | Design | Construction for my exposed aggregate concrete driveway. Ahmed and his team were fantastic to work with—friendly, professional, and highly skilled. They stuck to the timeline and delivered everything as promised. The quality of their work was outstanding, with a flawless finish. I'm extremely happy with the results and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for top-notch service and craftsmanship!
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Free estimates,
residential and commercial.
Tell us what you're planning and we'll come look at it. Call, text or WhatsApp — whatever's easiest.