Ayer Avenue Deck Rebuild

Ayer Avenue

The original deck had reached the end of its service life — grey, soft in places, and past the point where repairs made sense. Rather than patch it, we took it back to the ground and rebuilt: new framing, a multi-level pressure-treated deck, black aluminum balusters, a privacy screen, and a custom pergola over the upper landing.

What the job included

Full removal of the existing deck structure
New framing over the existing pad
Multi-level pressure-treated decking
Black aluminum baluster railings
Privacy screen
Custom pergola over the upper landing

This was a custom decks & gazebos project. If you are planning something similar, that page covers how we approach the work and what to expect.

How it came together

Before

Weathered boards, dated railings, and a structure that had done its time. The homeowners were not looking for a repair — they wanted the outdoor room the space could actually support.

Original deck stairs and railings showing age before rebuild, Ayer Avenue

Demolition and new framing

The old structure came down and new framing went in over the pad. Getting the framing square and properly supported is what lets the finished deck feel solid underfoot rather than springy.

Deck rebuild during demolition and structural framing, Ayer Avenue

New deck joists and framing over concrete pad, Ayer Avenue

Finished

Multi-level pressure-treated decking, black aluminum balusters that keep sightlines open, a privacy screen where it was needed, and a pergola framed to handle Maritime wind and snow load rather than just look the part.