Custom deck design
Layouts shaped around the home, grade, circulation, furniture and the way the space will actually be used.
Deck specialists · Windsor, Connecticut
Connecticut decks, built for life.
Custom wood, composite, PVC and IPE decks designed around the way you live—then built with seasoned carpentry, clear communication and uncompromising detail.
40 yearsof hands-on carpentry experience
Deck onlyspecialized craftsmanship
CT licensedHIC #0670770
One specialty. Every detail handled.
From the first plan to the final board, the work stays focused on safe, beautiful, code-compliant decks.
New builds
Ground-up framing, decking, railing and stairs in pressure-treated wood, composite, PVC or IPE.
Tear-down + rebuild
Careful removal of the existing structure followed by a complete, permitted replacement built for the long term.
Finish details
Lighting, skirting, picture-frame borders, contrasting rails and other details that make the deck feel resolved.
Plan it before we build it
We offer design services.
We offer 3D design services so you can preview the layout, dimensions, and details before construction.
The design provides a visual reference for discussing layout, dimensions and details before construction.
Featured build · Suffield, CT
The D M Project.
A ground-up build with glass railing across the front, real stone skirting, a hot tub framed into the deck, and lighting throughout — roughly $100,000 into the backyard, all in. This is what Da Deck Boss builds at the top end.
See the full build
Customer gallery.
Finished Da Deck Boss projects, photographed on site—no stock builds or showroom stand-ins.
Tap any photo for a closer look.
See Our Work in Action.
Walk through two completed projects and see the craftsmanship from every angle.
How it works
A clear build from day one.
No mystery pricing and no one-size-fits-all material package. The design, supplier quote and build plan stay visible throughout.
Consultation
We talk through your goals, site, dimensions, style and ideal material.
Design + takeoff
The concept becomes a buildable plan with quantities and project-specific details.
Supplier confirmation
Materials are re-verified with the supplier before the final quote. You pay the supplier directly.
Permitted build
Construction follows the approved plan, required inspections and the realities of Connecticut weather.
Detailed pricing, in plain sight.
See the current labor rates, decking-board references and known upgrade charges before building a project estimate.
Ground-up build
up to 30"
$28 / sq ft laborIncludes framing, decking and standard railing installation.
Ground-up build
over 30"
$32 / sq ft laborFor elevated decks requiring the additional build scope.
Tear-down
+ rebuild
$38 / sq ft laborIncludes existing-structure removal, dumpster rental and permitting cost.
Decking board reference
Per-board supplier prices. The estimator shows the selected unit price without inventing a material takeoff.
Wolf Serenity Harbor Gray
12 ft$57.5616 ft$76.7420 ft$95.93
AZEK Harvest Slate Gray
12 ft$67.9616 ft$89.5420 ft$100.89
AZEK Vintage Mahogany
12 ft$98.4016 ft$131.2020 ft$164.00
Wolf Serenity Sand Castle
12 ft$56.2516 ft$75.0020 ft$93.75
Wolf Serenity Silver Teak
12 ft$87.5116 ft$116.6820 ft$145.85
Fiberon Good Life Weekender
12 ft$33.5416 ft$44.7220 ft$55.90
TimberTech Pro Legacy
12 ft$83.4016 ft$111.2020 ft$139.00
Pressure-treated SYP
5/4x6x12$14.365/4x6x16 premium$19.155/4x6x20 premium$42.862x6x16 #1 framing$19.20
Trex Cinnamon Cove 1x6
12 ft grooved$40.7716 ft square$54.3620 ft square$67.95
Upgrades + site work
Known labor charges and reference costs from the current estimator.
Railings + stairs
- Glass railing labor$225 / section
- Glass panel material~$250 / panel
- Cable railing labor$25 / linear ft
- Staircase labor$500 each
Finish details
- Cedar installation+$15 / sq ft
- Lighting installation$150 / hour
- Skirting labor$100 / linear ft
- Picture-frame borderSupplier takeoff
- White PVC fasciaSupplier takeoff
Foundations
- Helical piles$325 each
- Concrete footings$250 each
- Concrete + sonotubesAdditional
Dumpster reference
- 10 yard$415
- 15 yard$515
- 20 yard$615
- 30 yard$699
- 40 yard$895
Railing systems
- Westbury C10Black aluminum
- AvalonBlack aluminum
- WolfWhite / black
- Westbury C70Glass
Material prices are reference only and subject to change. The customer pays the supplier directly for all materials before work begins. Prices and availability must be re-verified with the supplier; the exact quote comes from the supplier. Dumpster costs are informational and already included in the tear-down labor rate.
Build your project estimate.
Move through five steps for an itemized rough labor estimate and a clear record of the selected material references.
This is a labor estimate only, based on the dimensions of the deck you want to build. All materials will be provided in a separate material list, and you can purchase the materials at your leisure, from whoever you choose.
Built with purpose
Craft that gives back.
Every project should leave behind more than a beautiful outdoor space. It should strengthen the people and community around it.
5% of labor donated on the customer's behalf to the cancer charity of their choice.
Good to know
Before we build.
What materials do you build with?
Pressure-treated wood, composite, PVC, IPE and a broad selection of exterior-grade woods. The right choice depends on appearance, maintenance, budget and the project itself.
How long does a project take?
Timing depends on scope, complexity, inspections and weather. A detailed schedule is provided during the consultation, with progress updates during construction.
Do you handle permits?
Every project requires proper permitting. The proposed construction must be included in the plan submitted to the town before work begins.
Where do you work?
Da Deck Boss is licensed in Connecticut and based in Windsor. The service area includes Windsor, Bloomfield, East Windsor, South Windsor, Windsor Locks, East Granby, Granby, Suffield, Hartford, East Hartford, West Hartford and Glastonbury.
Guides & resources
Straight answers, from 40 years on the tools.
Real numbers and honest guidance for Connecticut homeowners planning a deck — no fluff, no sales pitch.
- Instant deck cost calculatorGet a rough labor price in 15 seconds.
- How much a deck costs in ConnecticutReal per-square-foot labor rates and what moves the price.
- What a deck quote should includeLabor vs. materials, line items, and red flags.
- 10 questions to ask a deck builderHIC verification, insurance, permits, and payment terms.
- Connecticut deck permit rulesWhen you need a permit, exemptions, and setbacks.
- Composite vs. wood decking in ConnecticutUpfront cost, freeze-thaw durability, and 10-year math.
- Trex vs. TimberTech vs. FiberonA builder who has installed all three compares them.
- Is IPE decking worth it?The hardest natural decking, honestly assessed.
- Deck railing options comparedWood, composite, aluminum, cable, and glass.
- Cable railing cost and pros & cons$25 per linear foot labor, plus honest trade-offs.
- What size deck should you build?Size it by use case, with real labor math.
- Second-story deck costsElevated-build pricing and structural extras.
- How long a deck takes to build in CTConsultation to final inspection, realistically.
- The best time to build a deck in CTPermits, pricing, and booking windows by season.
- Repair or replace your old deck?An inspection checklist for aging decks.
- 7 deck design mistakes to avoidThe expensive regrets, before the first board is cut.
Let's talk about your deck.
Send the location, approximate dimensions and what you want the finished space to do. We'll start with a focused consultation.