Our Design Process

Step 1: Set up an appointment to discuss the project
When you Call Frontier Deck Builders, you can expect to receive a return call within 24 hours. If you are just inquiring about a ballpark estimate, we will try to provide it immediately. If you wish to set up an appointment, we will schedule one as quickly as possible.

Step 2: Meet and Discuss Project
Being prompt and courteous does not insure a well designed or well built deck but it certainly conveys an attitude and level of professional behavior and responsibility.

There are many factors that go into the design of a deck or screen porch: the design / style of the house; the size of the yard; the scale and proportion of the deck to the house and yard; entertainment and use expectations; connection to and with future projects; and budget, just to name a few. Our goal is to provide you with a design (or designs) that take all of these elements into account, is as aesthetically pleasing as possible, and allows you a variety of options.

Step 3: Present Proposal
Whether by appointment, fax, or mail, FDB endeavors to return all proposals within a week of first meeting. The options on our proposals are listed separately where possible to allow you choice. Design work is computer aided, so editing, when necessary, is typically returned in a matter of days.

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Our Contract & Construction Process

When you decide to hire FDB as your deck contractor, first and foremost, “Thank you!” We will always work hard to insure that you are 100% satisfied, and that the completed project is “better then you dreamed it would be.”

Step 1: Contract
Simple. Direct. Uncomplicated. The whole process should take 5-10 minutes, and from that point on, should be a turnkey operation for you, the homeowner. A signature, a copy of the plot plan of your home, and a minimal deposit starts the process.

Step 2: What you should expect during construction
a) Any and all questions will be handled promptly.
b) Job-site will be thoroughly swept and straightened up at the end of each work day
c) Once started, FDB will be on the job till completion, with no interruption.

Step 3: Construction Process
Though there are certainly many exceptions, the typical deck should take two to five days to build.

a) FDB acquires permit
b) 2-3 days notice of construction start
c) Footings dug, inspected, poured, and lumber delivered
(First Draw due - 1/3 of total)
d) Deck framed
(Second Draw due - 1/3 of total)
e) Decking, railing, stairs, and all extra options - Deck Completion & Final Inspection (Balance due upon completion)

All projects are completed in a workmanlike, professional, and thoroughly competent manner by skilled, experienced craftsmen who take tremendous pride in their work.

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