Four ways we build
Deck Styles We Build
Every deck is built as a full project, to a written scope, schedule, and price before the first board goes down.
Pick a deck style
Composite & Trex decks
Low-maintenance composite and Trex that never needs staining and holds its color for 25–30 years.
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- Rinse, no staining
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- 25–30 years
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- Higher
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- Set-and-forget
Structure first
Why Build Your Deck With Chonko Construction
A deck is structure first and surface second, and the part you don't see is what keeps it standing.
Layer 01
Footings set in concrete
Depth and spacing sized to your soil and the load above, inspected before anything is framed.
Layer 02
Framing to span
Joists spaced for the decking you chose, so the surface never telegraphs a soft spot.
Layer 03
Ledger attachment & flashing
Where most decks fail. Bolted, flashed, and detailed to keep water out of your wall.
Layer 04
Surface, rails, stairs
The part you see, in the material you picked, railed and stepped to code.
What Drives the Price
Every deck is different, so we set the exact number in writing after we walk your space.
Effect on price
- Material
- Pressure-treated is the budget pick; composite and Trex cost more up front but skip the yearly upkeep.
- Size and shape
- Square footage scales the cost, and multi-level or angled layouts add framing and labor.
- Height off the ground
- A raised deck needs taller posts, more footings, and code-required railings and stairs.
- Railings and stairs
- Material and length here move the number, especially on composite or metal systems.
- Site and access
- Slope, soil, and tight Midlands yards affect footings and how fast the crew can work.
- Old-deck removal
- Tearing out and hauling off a failing deck is its own line.
Pricing
Want real numbers? Our Midlands deck cost guide breaks down price by material and size.
Built for the climate
Decks in the Midlands
South Carolina weather is hard on a deck: humidity, hard sun, and afternoon storms.
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Serving Columbia & the Midlands
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to build a deck in Columbia, SC?add
Deck cost depends on size, material, height, and features. Every Chonko Construction project starts with a written scope, schedule, and price before work begins, so the number is clear up front. See our Midlands deck cost guide for real price ranges by material and size.
Do I need a permit for a deck in Richland County?add
Whether a deck needs a permit depends on its size, height, and how it attaches to your home. As your licensed home builder, Chonko Construction confirms what your specific project requires and handles the permitting before any work starts. It's part of the written scope you approve up front.
What is the difference between composite and pressure-treated decking?add
Pressure-treated wood is lower cost upfront but requires regular staining and maintenance. Composite decking (like Trex) costs more initially but is virtually maintenance-free, resistant to rot and insects, and typically comes with a 25–30 year warranty.
Related Guides
Cost to Build a Deck in Columbia, SC
by material and size.
Composite vs. Pressure-Treated Decking
cost, upkeep, and lifespan.
Pressure-Treated Deck Cost in Columbia, SC
What a pressure-treated wood deck costs in Columbia and the Midlands, what drives the number, and what the yearly upkeep really adds up to over the life of the deck.
Multi-Level & Elevated Deck Cost in Columbia, SC
A multi-level or elevated deck does not have a per-square-foot price, and this explains why: it gets a plan set drawn before anyone can price it, and height is a site-access problem before it is a framing one.
Composite Deck Cost in Columbia, SC (2026 Guide: Trex, TimberTech, Fiberon & More)
What a composite deck costs in Columbia and the Midlands, how the board lines from Trex, TimberTech, Fiberon, Deckorators and Azek compare, what railing adds, and where the money actually goes.
How to Measure a Deck (Before You Call for a Price)
A simple way to measure your deck (square footage, shape, and height off the ground) so you can pull a real ballpark from our Columbia deck cost guide before you ever pick up the phone.
Do I Need a Permit to Build a Deck in Columbia, SC?
When a deck needs a permit in Columbia and the Midlands (the 30-inch and $5,000 rules), who can legally pull it, what happens if nobody does, and how to check a builder yourself. From a licensed SC home builder.
Above-Grade Footers vs. Buried Deck Posts in Columbia, SC
Why a deck post set on an above-grade footer outlasts one buried in Columbia's red clay, how it stops rot, what the hardware costs, and what we build. From a licensed SC home builder.
Wood Fence Cost in Columbia, SC (2026)
A wood fence in Columbia starts at about $37 a linear foot installed, so a typical 150 to 300 foot yard starts around $5,550. What the posts, the style and the upkeep actually cost.
Vinyl Fence Cost in Columbia, SC (2026)
A vinyl fence in Columbia starts at about $48 a linear foot installed, so a 150 to 300 foot yard starts around $7,200. The styles, the finishes, and what separates good vinyl from the cheap stuff.
Start Your Deck
Free phone consultation
Talk through your project
A quick, no-pressure call to scope the work and answer your questions. Pick a time below and we will call you then.
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