Get Decked - Philadelphia's #1 Deck Builder

AT GET DECKED, WE HAVE NO SALES PEOPLE...NO SUBCONTRACTORS...WE ESTIMATE JOBS ON SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS.. OUR ESTIMATE INCLUDES A FREE NO OBLIGATION CONSULTATION TO SUPPLY THE CUSTOMER WITH A THOROUGH EVALUATION OF THEIR PROJECT. OUR 27 YEARS OF DECK KNOWLEDGE COUPLED WITH HUNDREDS OF DESIGNS, DECKING OPTIONS TO CHOOSE FROM. WE BRING SAMPLES OF ALL OF OUR PRODUCTS TO CHOOSE FROM. WE SUPPLY A PACKET OF REFERENCES OF PAST CLIENTS. WE SUPPLY CONTACT INFORMATION OF OUR BUILDING INSPECTORS/TOWNSHIPS AND COUNTIES WE WORK IN. MOST OF ALL, MEET IN PERSON, THE CARPENTER WHO WILL ACTUALLY BE THE ONE TO CONSTRUCT YOUR DREAM DECK...NOT A SALESMAN! CALL US TODAY FOR YOUR FREE NO OBLIGATION ESTIMATE. EVEN IF YOU DECIDE NOT TO CONTRACT WITH US, YOU WILL GET AN APPRAISAL, INFORMATIVE CODE COMPLIANT DRAWINGS, AND WITHOUT A DOUBT THE MOST HONEST PRICING AVAILABLE IN THE AREA.

THANK YOU TO EVERYONE IN CHESTER COUNTY WHO CHOSE GET DECKED AS THE 2011
BEST DECK BUILDER IN THE DAILY LOCAL NEWS READERS CHOICE AWARDS!!! IT IS TRULY
AN HONOR AND WE THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF OUR HEARTS!!!

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Welcome to Get Decked

Thank you for considering us for your Home Improvement Needs! We hope you enjoy your visit!

We pride ourselves on our work and we stand behind every project. Please feel free to contact us for a long list of references.

Why Choose Us?

Over 25 years exp. in JUST DECKS!!!
Family Run and Owned Business
All Work Done by Owner
No Subcontractors, No salesmen
Fully Insured, Licensed, and Bonded
Certified Trex Installer
Certified GeoDeck Installer
Our customers are our best advertisements
Extensive reference list always provided
Guaranteed quality and workmanship
Certified Timbertech installer
Preferred Deckorator Installer
Certified, Preferred Azek Installer
PA home improvement number PA039607
DE business number 2001101379, also licensed in: New Castle County, City of Newark, Town of Middletown, Town of Smyrna, and City of Wilmington

Financing Available

low monthly payments avail.!

We proudly accept Visa, Master Card, Disover, and American Express for payment!

BEFORE AND AFTER

ALTHOUGH WE SHOULD HAVE DONE THIS SOONER...We've started a before and after Deck picture section! Click here to see other before and after pics!

Before

After

ADIRONDACK GIVEAWAY WINNERS...
CONGRATULATIONS TO MRS. DEBBIE CHACOSKY OF WEST CHESTER PA... Who won our Set of Adirondack Chairs and Beverage Table at The Delaware Home Show this past weekend! We hope you enjoy them for many years to come! THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO CAME OUT TO SEE US!

NEW PVC DECKING AVAIL. FOR 2012!

Sunday, January 15, 2012

WOLF PVC DECKING is offering all of the advantages of premium PVC Decking such as being mold and mildew resistant, will not rot, stain, scratch, warp or split, it is virtually impervious to moisture...has NO organic fillers! Wolf PVC decking carries a limited lifetime warranty and is extremely durable and 100% recyclable! All of these advantages without the Premium pricing of most PVC products out there! Avail. in Avalon Sand and New England Gray...NewWolf reversible Tropical Hardwood decking with superior color retention also coming soon!

IN MEMORY...

Wednesday, January 4, 2012

In Memory of one of our kindest and sweetest customers...We just recently learned that Phyllis lost her long, tough battle with Ovarian cancer! Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Peacock family! Phyllis Peacock's heart of gold should rub off on each and every one of us! She was so sincerely caring and could not do enough for others! She will be missed so much!!! She will ALWAYS be remembered in our hearts!

New from Azek for Spring 2012!

Tuesday, January 3, 2012

Azek introduces yet another decking color choice! And also adds to their porch flooring colors...

Azek new rail lighting!

Azek new for 2012

THANK YOU TO OUR CUTE LITTLE CARPENTER'S HELPER IN MARCUS HOOK

Saturday, March 26, 2011

Thank you to Christopher...the cute little carpenter's helper from Marcus Hook for brightening our workdays!

Christopher and his sisters!

GET DECKED's TAKE ON REFACING AN EXISTING DECK

GET DECKED’s take on Refacing/Redecking…

Although in this tough economy and with the understanding that everyone is trying to save as much money as they can…More often than not it is not feasible to install a new Maint. Free product over an old deck frame that is more than 10 years old and not properly built to code! Current codes make it even more difficult! Maintenance Free Decking and Railings are a huge expense and investment. Common sense will tell you that to invest all of that money in a 25 year product and install it on old supports/ deck frame that have soaked up moisture and weather for a long period of time is only asking for trouble down the road. You will have invested a considerable amount of money in your new Maint. Free decking and railing to have the most important structural part of the deck fail sometimes sooner than later, only to have to pay for the labor/materials to remove the new material to replace what you tried to save your money on when having it refaced. There could possibly be a warranty issue with the new product having installed it on old moisture saturated framing members. Plus not to mention current codes and good building practices require additional supports for the Maint. Free products and on occasion the old footings have to be dug up to prove they meet current codes before any new work can be done on the old deck! The Building codes, especially for decks change every year and what seems to be strong and acceptable is just not enough today and when getting a permit for your new project, the deck will have to be updated to the current code. Although on occasion this can be done, it is really not recommended and will end up costing you more money down the road!

BUILDING THE PERFECT DECK

Tuesday, March 22, 2011

BUILDING THE PERFECT DECK

Spring has sprung in the Tri-State area! Soon many homeowners will be spending quality time outdoors, and now is the perfect time to plan the perfect outdoor deck.

A deck is a very important feature of every home, the gateway to the outside world. The deck is the outdoor stage for picnics, graduation parties, family get togethers, or just a tranquil release from the everyday grind we all encounter. Careful attention to detail is important when planning your outdoor paradise.

The 1st step in designing your dream deck, is figuring out the right size the deck should be. The rule of thumb here, is to make the deck proportionate with the house size, and backyard space it will be situated in. Shape of the deck is also important, make sure the deck enhances the house, accenting angles and curves to coincide with the homes’ individual style. Once a size, and shape are worked out, the next step is at what level should the deck be placed. The backyards landscape and terrain will certainly dictate whether the deck should be built at one level, or possibly in levels to enhance the flow of the landscape.

Stair access from the deck to the yard needs to be addressed… Stairs should be strategically located to provide a comfortable entry to the most traveled areas of the backyard, and also the size of stairways need to be in proportion with the size of the deck, and surrounding walkways.

Choosing the right deck material is also a key element of planning the perfect deck. A local deck builder , Get Decked, has constructed thousands of decks over their 27+ years in the trade, and offered this advice… ‘’ We have used dozens of different types of decking materials, and our best advice we can offer, is to build with a maintenance free product. Wooden decks, while less expensive upfront, depreciate in value from the minute they are complete. We mainly use a product called Azek, a superior PVC Cellular product, which is available in variety of colors. Using their hidden fastening system, and backed by a 25 year warranty, a quality built Azek deck from Get Decked is the perfect choice for the decks perfect blemish free flooring.

One of, if not the most important feature of the deck, is the railing system.Get Decked also recommends a solid plastic poly product for this assembly. Strong, durable, and maintenance free, a poly railing system, finished with routered edges provides a professional finish to the perfect deck…another great option is utilizing a deckorator rail system, aluminum balusters which provide an open airy rail and blend in nicely with the backyard view. Also fully code compliant. Railing colors should enhance the beauty of the homes exterior, with colors and textures to match.

Nothing finishes the perfect deck, like the surefire accents of soft deck lighting. Enjoying the cool summer nights, with picturesque lighting. Properly lit rails and stairways provide a nighttime area of relaxation.

Last but not least, hire the right contractor. With the economy at a low, there are many builders out there. Almost all area deck builders offer free estimates. Get Decked has some important advice on the topic. ‘’Each contractor will have their own opinions on how to build your deck… never lose sight of the main fact that this deck being planned, must be designed and built to enhance the home, backed with a warranty that will match the cost of the investment. If you are building a multi- thousand dollar deck, it should be backed by a longterm warranty. Just as important, is the builders credentials and length in business… checking the builders Better Business Bureau rating, it’s longterm relationship with it’s suppliers, and the builders past client background is worth the time and effort. Make sure the builder has the newly required PA. Office of Attorney General HIC# and certificate, is fully licensed, bonded and insured in whatever State, County or township you live in. Make sure they obtain the proper permits, it is their job not yours! With the building trades at an all-time low, many framers /roofers/siders/and other tradesman have now joined the deckbuilders club, offering stunningly lowball pricing. Planning your dream deck is important, but the choice of the builder is key…’’ Recently we have had a lot of calls from customers who have been told they can save thousands of dollars by a practice called “reskinning“…. Removing the flooring and railings from decks 10 + years old, and reinstalling maintenance free flooring and rails. While initially this sounds like a thrifty way of saving money, longterm it can be a huge money nightmare….decks that were built a decade ago, were done so under softer building codes, not to mention the decade of weathering it has taken…putting a 25 year material on a deteriorating foundation is a huge mistake… Remember the deck is a huge investment, not a huge gamble.

Designing your dream deck should be an enjoyable experience. From beginning to end watching your deck dream becoming a reality is so exciting! This year YOU be the host of that “talk of the town” backyard BBQ and Get Decked!

DrySnap Underdeck system!

Have an elevated deck and you would like to utilize the space underneath for a patio? Check out the DrySnap Underdeck system? Avail. in white only! $12.00 per sq. ft. installed with a Get Decked contracted new deck!

DrySnap

DECK OF THE WEEK

DECK OF THE WEEK...

This 12'x16' Deck consists of Pressure Treated frame, 2x8 joists 12" on center with Teco hanger system, flashed and bolted to house, one set of 48" wide closed stringer steps...(4) total incl., 6x6 pressure treated posts standard...with double 2x10 beam. 12"x32" deep concrete footings in DE, 12"x36" deep in PA. Your choice Azek (Brownstone, Clay or Slate Gray color) Decking with Cortex Azek plug system to hide screw holes! Can upgrade to Azek Terra collection colors for $380.00 more...or Azek Arbor collection colors for $760.00 more! ) Geo Deck composite decking also avail. in Cedar, Mahogany, Gray or Dark Brown color...tongue and groove so you see no fasteners! But deck must be min. 18" above grade for decking manufacturer warranty! Geo Deck is slightly less expensive than Azek...This 12x16 Deck built same way with 4 steps to grade with Geo Deck would be $6360.00 Complete! Azek Harvest collection 12x16 Deck and the 4- 48" steps to grade would be $7100.00 Total. Both prices inclue rail as seen...our White Old World rail. Can upgrade to white New England design with post caps for just $380.00 more. Or if you love the look of the Classic round Deckorator Aluminum balusters...you can upgrade to these also for just $380.00 more including the connectors! Permit included! If you have an old deck that you need torn down 1st, we can do that for $2.50 per sq. ft..as per your old deck measurements! This includes tearing the old one down and removing it from the site totally!

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