We are deck builders in Old Orchard Beach, ME, planning new decks and complete replacements across York County in pressure-treated wood or composite/PVC. Each project starts with your actual lot, entry height, access route and the condition of anything already standing.
We plan and build new pressure-treated wood decks, composite and PVC decks, and complete deck replacements in Old Orchard Beach and across York County.
Basic pressure-treated decks are planned at about $80 per square foot with a $10,000 minimum, complex or upgraded work at about $100 to $120 per square foot, and composite decks are quoted per project with a $15,000 minimum. These are planning figures, not binding quotes.
Each project starts with a site visit that reviews your lot, entry height, access route, existing deck and ledger connection, and we check current requirements for your parcel with the Town of Old Orchard Beach before building.
A good deck starts with clear decisions before any boards are ordered, so we work through structure, material line and budget with you in plain terms for your Old Orchard Beach home. We then record those choices in a written scope, which lets you compare our proposal with others line by line and keeps the build tied to the plan you approved.
The right material depends on how much upkeep you want, how the deck sits in the sun and the budget you have set. Compare the care involved in each surface choice and what a full replacement includes.
Pressure-treated lumber gives you a natural wood look and the lowest entry point of our options, with basic decks planned at about $80 per square foot and a $10,000 project minimum. It can be stained or left to weather, and it feels like wood underfoot.
The tradeoff is regular care. Plan on periodic cleaning and refinishing, and expect some checking or movement as the boards dry, especially on a deck in full afternoon sun.
Composite and PVC boards skip the sanding and staining cycle, which appeals to owners who would rather spend weekends using the deck. Composite projects start at a $15,000 minimum, and we price each one from the specific product line and layout.
They still need cleaning, and surface heat in direct sun varies by color and brand. We follow the selected manufacturer's current installation and care instructions, such as the documents on the Trex owner downloads page when that line is chosen.
Some existing decks have framing, footings or a ledger connection we cannot confidently reuse. In those cases we remove the old structure and build new from the supports up, so the hidden parts match the new surface.
Replacement is also a chance to rethink size, stair location and material. Demolition, disposal and any changes to the footprint are written into the scope, so the price reflects the full job and you can compare bids fairly.
We focus on three kinds of deck work in Old Orchard Beach, each planned around your property and written into a clear scope. Small repairs and porch work fall outside this list, so we can keep our attention on full deck builds.
Where the deck attaches to the house, we check the rim area as far as access allows, then plan ledger fasteners and layered flashing that shed water away from the wall.
Composite and PVC boards often use clip systems specific to the product. We match clips, screws and connectors to the board line and the treated lumber they touch.
The step from the doorway onto the deck needs room for seasonal movement and drainage. We plan deck height against the existing threshold so water drains away from the sill and the step feels natural.
We visit your Old Orchard Beach property to measure the house wall, entry height and yard, check any existing deck, and walk the delivery route from the street. You then receive a written scope covering size, material, structure, stairs and rails, along with a price built from our planning figures and minimums.
Once the scope is approved and any required municipal review is complete, we set footings, attach and flash the ledger, and build the frame. The structure stays open to view before decking goes on, so you, and an inspector when one is required, can see the hidden work.
After decking, stairs and rails are installed, we walk the finished deck with you against the written scope and clear the work area of debris. We also go over the care steps for your chosen material, from refinishing wood to following the composite or PVC maker's instructions.
Footing size, spacing and depth depend on the deck's load, its layout and what we find on your parcel. We confirm the approach against current local requirements before digging.
We look at where roof runoff and yard water go, and leave enough open space under the deck for air to move, which helps framing dry between storms.
Lumber, boards and equipment need a route from the street to the build area. We note fences, gates, slopes, tight side yards and parking limits on your property during the visit.
Before we build, we check the parcel itself: where the deck can sit, how high the entry door is, what the route for materials looks like and how any existing deck or ledger connects to the house.
For permits, zoning, flood zone and setback questions, the official Old Orchard Beach municipal website is the primary source, and we start there to confirm current requirements for your parcel. For general framing background only, we also reference the American Wood Council decks guide.
Everything we find goes into the written scope, including what is new, what is removed and what depends on municipal review. We do not assume approval, so the build schedule is set only after any required review is complete.
Our team at Southern Maine Deck Builders plans and builds your Old Orchard Beach deck, led by owner Adam Bennett. Adam works through the frame and footing layout with a carpenter's attention to how the connections fit.
In his spare time he restores a cedar-strip canoe, another project that rewards patient joinery.
We build decks throughout Old Orchard Beach and all 57 towns in Cumberland and York counties, including island properties. Island and harder-to-reach sites need a property review for access and scheduling, and our service areas page lists every town we cover.
You should start planning your Old Orchard Beach deck once you know roughly what you want, because design choices, material selection and any required municipal review all take time. Timing varies by project, so we set your schedule after the scope, material availability, site access and any review for your parcel are clear.
We lay out guards around raised edges and stairs with your views and furniture in mind, then confirm heights and openings against the requirements that apply to your project.
Stairs should land where you actually walk, toward the driveway, garden or side door. We plan the route, any needed landing and a stable base at the bottom step.
We note where sun and shade fall across the day before placing seating or a grill. For composite, we suggest testing real board samples in that spot to compare color and surface heat.
A basic pressure-treated deck in Old Orchard Beach is planned at about $80 per square foot with a $10,000 minimum, and complex or upgraded work runs about $100 to $120 per square foot. Composite decks are quoted per project with a $15,000 minimum, and a minimum applies when area times rate comes in lower.
| Deck project | Planning figure | Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| Pressure-treated wood | About $80/sq ft | $10,000 |
| Complex or upgraded work | About $100-120/sq ft | Scope dependent |
| Composite | Project-specific quote | $15,000 |
These are planning figures, not binding quotes. Your written scope sets the actual price.
Send us your address, a few photos of the house wall or existing deck, and a rough idea of size and material. We will set up a site visit to start your written scope.
