Midway Deck Solutions Deck builder · Memphis, TN
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A local deck builder serving homeowners across Memphis, TN.

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How We Ended Up Building Decks for a Living

We build and repair decks around Memphis, mostly for homeowners who want somewhere outside that doesn't feel like an afterthought. Most of us came up doing framing and general carpentry before narrowing in on decks specifically, because it's the kind of work where you can see exactly what you built and stand on it the same day.

If you're on this page, there's a decent chance a board has gone spongy, a post is leaning, or a deck someone else built five years ago is starting to separate from the house. We start by checking the ledger board and the footings before we look at anything cosmetic, because a deck can look fine on top and still be failing underneath where the ledger meets the rim joist. Fixing the framing first is what keeps a repair from turning into the same problem again in two years.

10+
Years Experience
500+
Projects Completed
11
Cities Served
Why Choose Us

What you get when you hire us

None of this is complicated. It is mostly just doing what we said we would do.

Licensed & Insured

We're licensed to build decks in Shelby County and carry insurance in case anything goes wrong on your property. Ask for certificates before we start and we'll hand them over.

Permits Handled

Decks over a certain height or attached to the house usually need a permit in Memphis, and we file for it ourselves. That paperwork matters later if you sell the house and a buyer's inspector asks about it.

Clean Job Site

Deck demolition leaves a lot of splintered lumber and bent nails behind, and we bag it and haul it out the same day it comes down. You shouldn't be finding screws in the grass a month later.

Written Quotes

Every quote spells out the lumber grade, the fastener type and the square footage, not just a lump number. If something changes mid-job we tell you before we do the work, not on the invoice.

On-Time Scheduling

Deck work stops in heavy rain because wet lumber doesn't stain or fasten right, so we build weather days into the schedule instead of pretending they won't happen. You'll know the new date the same day we know it.

Material Options

We'll walk you through pressure-treated pine, cedar and composite decking, including what each one costs to maintain over ten years, not just up front. Nobody gets talked into composite just because it's the higher-margin sale.

Common Questions

Things people ask us

Questions about us specifically.

How long have you been building decks?
A general deck contractor typically has years of hands-on framing and carpentry experience before specializing in deck construction specifically. Ask to see a portfolio of completed decks in a range of styles and sizes as a better measure than years alone.
Do you use your own crew or subcontractors?
Some deck companies use an in-house crew for framing and finishing, while others subcontract portions like electrical for deck lighting or screened porch roofing. It's reasonable to ask directly which parts of the job are done in-house versus subcontracted before signing a contract.
Can I see examples of decks you've built?
A deck contractor should be able to show photos of past projects, ideally including similar styles like multi-level decks, composite installs, or screened porch combos. Driving past a completed local project, with the homeowner's permission, is another way to check the quality of the framing and finish work.
Why hire a smaller deck builder instead of a large remodeling company?
A smaller, deck-focused contractor typically has the crew lead directly involved in the framing and finish work rather than delegating to rotating subcontractors, which usually means fewer miscommunications about layout or materials mid-project. Response time for repair calls after the build is also often faster with a smaller, local outfit.
Where are you based and how far do you travel for jobs?
A Memphis-based deck contractor typically serves the metro area plus surrounding towns within roughly 50 miles, with jobs further out sometimes carrying a travel charge. Confirming the exact radius covered is worth doing before scheduling an estimate for an outlying property.
How far out are you booking new deck projects?
Availability for new deck builds shifts throughout the year, with spring and early summer typically booked further in advance than fall and winter. Calling early and getting on a schedule is the best way to secure a preferred start date.
Do you clean up the yard after the job is done?
A deck contractor should remove all scrap lumber, packaging, and fasteners from the site daily during construction, not just at the final walkthrough. Leftover debris like bent nails or screws left in the grass is a fair thing to flag before final payment.
What happens if something gets damaged on my property during the build?
A licensed and insured deck contractor's general liability coverage should cover accidental damage to landscaping, siding, or fencing that happens during construction. Get any damage and the plan to fix it in writing rather than relying on a verbal promise.
Will you finish a deck that another contractor started or abandoned?
Many deck contractors will take over a partially built or abandoned deck project, though this usually requires an inspection first to check whether the existing framing meets code before building on top of it. Pricing for takeover jobs is typically higher per square foot than starting from scratch, since assessing someone else's work takes extra time.
How can I tell if my deck was built or repaired correctly?
A correctly built deck should have no bounce or flex when walked on, ledger board flashing visible where it meets the house, and joist hangers rather than nails-only connections at the framing. Asking to see the framing before decking boards go down, or requesting photos if it's a repair, is a reasonable way to check the work.

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