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Deck builder in Brandon, FL
Composite and wood decks in Brandon, Valrico and Riverview, with county permits and HOA approval handled.
We build composite and wood decks in Brandon and the surrounding communities, including Valrico, Seffner, Riverview and FishHawk.
Building a deck in Brandon
- County permits: Brandon is unincorporated, so deck permits come from Hillsborough County Development Services through the HillsGovHub portal, not a city. We pull it and schedule inspections. See deck permits.
- HOAs: Many Brandon, Valrico and Riverview neighborhoods need architectural approval before you build. We supply the drawings, dimensions and material samples your HOA asks for.
- Lanai add-ons: A common Brandon project is a deck that extends off a screened lanai into the yard, sometimes with a pergola.
- Big backyards: Larger lots mean bigger decks, where a value composite like Fiberon or Trex Enhance can save real money.
Deck services in Brandon
- New composite decks: Trex, TimberTech, Fiberon, Deckorators and MoistureShield, on concrete footings with framing at 12 inches on center.
- Deck replacement: Tear-out of old pine decks, new footings and framing, and new boards. Common on 1980s and 1990s single-story homes.
- Deck repair: Soft boards, rotted posts, loose ledgers and wobbly railings when the rest of the deck is sound.
- Railings and stairs: Aluminum, cable and composite railings, plus stairs wrapped to match.
- Pergolas and covers: Shade over all or part of the deck.
Choosing boards for a Brandon deck
Most of Brandon is away from salt spray, so standard capped composite with coated hardware is the best value. Around lakefront lots, where decks stay damp and shaded, capped composite or PVC beats pine by a wide margin.
| Spot | Boards | Hardware | Railing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical Brandon backyard | Capped composite (Trex, TimberTech, Fiberon) | Coated, rated for treated lumber | Aluminum or composite |
| Shaded or near a lake | Capped composite or PVC | Coated or stainless | Aluminum or cable |
| Budget or rental | Pressure-treated pine | Coated | Wood or aluminum |
What a deck costs in Brandon
Our recent ground-level composite quotes have run about $41 to $48 per square foot installed, including footings, framing, boards, fascia and hidden fasteners:
| Deck | Size | Installed price |
|---|---|---|
| Ground-level Trex deck | 16 × 12 (192 sq ft) | $7,889 |
| Ground-level Trex deck | 20 × 12 (240 sq ft) | $11,410 |
| Add: two runs of Trex-wrapped steps | — | $2,849 |
| Add: low-voltage deck lighting | — | $1,200 |
Raised decks, railing and premium board lines add to these numbers. The deck cost guide explains each line.
Permits and approvals in Brandon
Deck permits here come from Hillsborough County Development Services through the HillsGovHub portal. Most Brandon, Valrico and FishHawk neighborhoods need HOA approval first. Here's how we handle it:
- We measure and draw a site plan and construction details.
- If you have an HOA or association, we send them the drawings and material samples first.
- We submit the permit and answer any review comments.
- The inspector checks the footings, the framing and the finished deck. We're there for each visit.
More detail is in our deck permit guide.
How long a deck takes
Permit review usually takes two to four weeks. Once the permit is issued, most decks take one to two weeks on site. Bigger, raised or multi-level decks take longer.
Neighborhoods we serve around Brandon
Brandon, Valrico, Seffner, FishHawk and Bloomingdale.
Common questions
Who issues deck permits in Brandon?
Hillsborough County, since Brandon is unincorporated. Applications go through the county's HillsGovHub portal. We handle it.
How much does a composite deck cost in Brandon?
Our recent ground-level composite decks have run about $41 to $48 per square foot installed. A 16×12 Trex deck was $7,889 and a 20×12 was $11,410. Raised decks, railings and stairs cost more.
How long does it take to build a deck in Brandon?
Usually two to four weeks for the permit, then one to two weeks of work on site for most decks.
What's the best decking material for Brandon?
Capped composite such as Trex, TimberTech or Fiberon for most homes, and PVC for shaded, damp spots or beside a pool.