Decks & Porches

Decks, porches, railings, and exterior carpentry built to last.

From structural deck repairs to full outdoor living rebuilds, ESM handles framing, decking replacement, stairs, railings, and exterior trim work with a practical eye for safety, drainage, and long-term durability.

Scope of work

What's included.

Every project is scoped and priced in writing before any work begins. Here's the kind of work this typically covers.

Deck replacement and resurfacing
Structural framing and ledger repairs
Porches, landings, and entry platforms
Railings, guard systems, and gates
Stairs, stringers, and access improvements
Composite and pressure-treated decking
Exterior trim, fascia, and carpentry repairs
Outdoor living upgrades and finish details

Our process

A predictable path from idea to final walk-through.

Site review

We inspect the existing deck or porch, check framing condition, look at drainage and attachments, and talk through how you want to use the space.

Repair vs. rebuild plan

You'll get a clear recommendation on whether the structure can be repaired safely or if a full replacement is the better long-term investment.

Build and replace

We rebuild framing as needed, install new decking, railings, stairs, and exterior carpentry details, and keep the site clean as work moves.

Final safety walk-through

Before close-out we review railings, transitions, fasteners, stairs, and finish details so the completed deck feels solid, safe, and ready to use.

Before & after

Real project progress, not stock photography.

Real decks & porches work by ESM Construction LLC — shown exactly as photographed on site.

Before

After

Completed expanded pressure-treated deck flush with sliding door, wrapping the rear of the home

Residential — Deck rebuild & accessibility upgrade

Deck Project 01 — Custom Pressure-Treated Deck Expansion with Accessible Wheelchair Ramp

ESM Construction replaced a small, lower-elevation deck with a much larger custom pressure-treated outdoor living space. The new deck was raised to match the sliding-door threshold for a smooth, step-free transition from the home, expanded around the rear of the house, and paired with a code-compliant wheelchair-accessible ramp built to provide safe daily access for a family member.

Full demolition of the existing deck and site prep
New pressure-treated structural framing and posts
Deck raised flush with the sliding-door threshold — no step down
Expanded footprint wrapping the rear of the home
Code-compliant wheelchair-accessible ramp with proper slope and guardrails
New stairs, railings, decking, and finish carpentry

Before

After

Completed childcare facility renovation with composite decking, white PVC railings, accessible ramp, and upgraded stairs

Commercial — Childcare facility exterior renovation

Deck Project 02 — Composite Deck & PVC Railing Renovation for Childcare Facility

ESM Construction renovated the existing exterior decks, stairs, ramp, and railings at a childcare facility. The aging wood deck boards and railings were carefully removed while preserving the structural framing where appropriate. New low-maintenance composite decking and premium white PVC railings were installed across the front entrance, rear entrance, exterior stairs, and accessible ramp, creating a cleaner, safer, and more durable environment for children, staff, and visitors.

Removed existing deck boards and aged wood railings
Preserved and prepped existing structural framing
Installed low-maintenance composite decking
Installed premium white PVC railing system
Renovated front entrance, rear entrance, exterior stairs, and accessible ramp
Finish carpentry, detailing, and final cleanup for a clean commercial finish

Before

After

Completed composite deck with matching composite railing system

Residential — Composite deck replacement & structural repairs

Deck Project 03 — Composite Deck Replacement & Structural Framing Upgrade

ESM Construction replaced an aging wood deck with a low-maintenance composite decking system while correcting structural framing issues discovered during demolition. Several floor joists had warped over time, so our team replaced damaged framing members, installed new structural components, and completed the project with premium composite decking and matching composite railing — delivering a stronger, safer, and more attractive outdoor living space.

Complete demolition of the existing wood deck surface
Inspection of existing framing and replacement of warped floor joists
Structural framing corrections with new pressure-treated members
Installation of new composite deck boards
Installation of new matching composite railing system
Finish carpentry, detailing, and final cleanup

Before

After

Completed expanded composite deck with new pressure-treated wood railing

Residential — Deck reconstruction & expansion

Deck Project 04 — Expanded Composite Deck with Structural Framing Upgrade

ESM Construction completely rebuilt and expanded an aging pressure-treated wood deck. During demolition, we reinforced the existing structural framing, added new support posts and floor joists, and extended the footprint to create a larger, more functional outdoor living space with a consistent width. The homeowner selected low-maintenance composite decking paired with a traditional pressure-treated wood railing for a durable, attractive finish built to current standards.

Full demolition of the existing wood deck
Expanded footprint for a larger, more usable outdoor space
Structural framing reinforcement with new support posts and joists
Composite decking for durability and low maintenance
New pressure-treated wood railing per homeowner preference
Fascia, finish carpentry, and final cleanup

Before

After

Completed composite backyard deck with refreshed siding and outdoor living space

Residential — Deck renovation & exterior surface preparation

Deck Project 05 — Backyard Composite Deck Renovation with Surface Preparation

ESM Construction renovated an aging backyard deck while preparing the rear exterior of the home for a clean, refreshed finish. Before deck construction began, our team pressure washed the entire rear siding to restore its appearance. After removing the existing pressure-treated deck boards, we inspected the framing, reinforced and leveled selected joists, and installed premium composite decking — transforming the space into a modern, low-maintenance outdoor living area.