Decks that hold up to New England
The Massachusetts climate is brutal on outdoor structures — freeze-thaw cycles, snow load, summer humidity, salt air on the coast. We build decks that can take it: proper structural framing, code-correct ledger boards and flashing, and finish materials chosen for the climate.
NFG Construction builds new decks and rebuilds older decks across the Greater Boston area. We handle the whole project — design, permitting, demolition, build and railing — start to finish.
Materials we work with
- Composite decking (Trex, TimberTech, Azek) — no staining, no splinters, 25+ year life
- Pressure-treated — most cost-effective, paintable / stainable
- Mahogany & tropical hardwoods — premium look, naturally rot-resistant
- Cedar — classic, naturally weather-resistant
What we build
- Single-level rear and side decks
- Multi-level decks with stairs and landings
- Wraparound decks and porches
- Composite or cable-rail systems
- Built-in benches, planters and pergolas
- Screened porches and 3-season rooms (often combined with our renovation work)
Permits and structure done right
A surprising number of decks in this area were built without permits or with the wrong ledger flashing — and those decks fail in ways that hurt people. We pull permits where required, install the ledger flashing properly, and frame to current code so the deck holds up.
Timeline
Most deck builds run 1–3 weeks once permits are in hand. Larger multi-level builds or deck-plus-porch combinations run longer.
Planning a deck build in Greater Boston & North Shore, MA? Call 508-216-0426 or request a free estimate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Composite (Trex, TimberTech, Azek), pressure-treated, mahogany and other tropical hardwoods, and cedar. We recommend material based on budget, exposure and how you plan to use the deck.
Most deck builds run 1–3 weeks once permits are issued. Larger multi-level decks or deck-plus-porch combinations run longer.
In most Massachusetts towns, yes — and we file the permit and schedule inspections as part of the project.
Properly installed composite decks (Trex, TimberTech, Azek) typically carry 25–30+ year warranties. Pressure-treated decks last 15–25 years depending on care.