Deck and Porch Construction in South Jersey

Decks and porches have evolved over the years, from platforms for the occasional BBQ to bonafide outdoor living spaces. Homeowners can get a lot out of a new deck or porch, both in terms of day-to-day functionality and entertaining for that special occasion. With the right design, the right materials, and the right craftsmanship, you’ll be enjoying your outdoor oasis for decades to come. Don’t trust the job to just anyone — trust Ayars Complete Home Improvements, providing quality work to South Jersey residents for 50 years.

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What can I expect from a deck or porch installation from Ayars?

Quality designs

The Ayars team will work with your imagination, your budget, and your landscape to design the deck or porch that meshes best with your property. Whether you’re in need of a platform deck for your level lot or a raised or multilevel deck for your graded lot, we have the solution. For inspiration, check out our handy guide to deck design.

Quality materials

Many new products have been developed for the exterior of the home, but few have been as widely adopted as plastic decking products. Used heavily down the shore, they have long since become the staple for decking. These low-maintenance materials come in a wide array of colors and require no painting whatsoever, offering instant appeal upon installation.

Quality craftsmanship

The best decks and porches look like they belong — they’re natural extensions of the home. Whether you are looking to replace your deck or porch or starting fresh, you can rest assured Ayars’ experienced craftsmen will build it sturdily, beautifully, and compatibly with existing structures and surroundings.

Deck and Porch Construction FAQs

Decks & Porches FAQs

Are wood decks cheaper than composite?

Pressure-treated wood decks are typically less expensive by $10-15 per square foot. The look of the deck is not as refined as composite decks with vinyl or metal railings, but if utility is your primary concern, this is still a viable option.

My yard is on an incline. Can I still build a deck or patio?

Of course! For steeper grades, Ayars can construct a beautiful raised deck; for gradual slopes, you might invest in a multi-level deck that follows the lay of your land. Check our blog post on deck design for a fuller picture of what’s possible.

Is it more cost-effective to repair an old deck or build a new one?

In many instances, we review an existing structure only to find that there are several failure points:

The deck was not permitted and therefore not built to code or inspected.
The attachment to the house is incorrect and creates catastrophic failure leading to injury or death.
Incorrect footings (depth, circumference, attachment, or lack thereof)
Undersized or wrong framing members used.
Stairs and handrails are not up to code.

When any or all of the points of concern are identified, it is almost always recommended that we rebuild the entire structure.

Do I need a permit for building a deck or porch?

Yes, anytime a structure is being built or modified, a building inspection is required to make sure that it meets all local and state codes. Ayars coordinates the submission, scheduling, and every aspect of the inspection process.

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We are always pleased with the work provided by Ayars Complete Home Improvements that’s why we use them whenever work needs to be done in the house.

Menna B. Cherry Hill, NJ

Absolutely the best! We had a complete home remodel done and I can’t say enough about the workmanship and professionalism we experienced. Would hire them again without hesitation.

Robin S.New Jersey

Just fantastic. Have used them for many projects and repairs around my house, and Chip and Al always come through.

John L.New Jersey

I have used Ayars Home Improvements several times including an urgent repair from storm damage. I have found them to be extremely courteous and responsive. Joshua Ayars kept me up to date on every aspect of the work being done and everyone that worked in my home did a great job, were prompt, friendly and cleaned up after. I would not hesitate to trust them to handle my next home improvement project.

Mary W.New Jersey

Such an excellent team. They are prompt, clean and do fabulous quality work. I could not be happier with them. I’ve already referred them to two of my friends who loved the work they did for me!

Lauren B.New Jersey

Had to get some work done and the guys I trust told me about Ayars. These guys show up ON TIME and are ready to go! Sat down with us and listened to what we wanted. Didn’t try to sell more work than what was needed. These are some honest, straight forward guys which in today’s world is rare. The work was done meticulously! Even the dumpster was immaculate. Go figure. We have other work to do and Ayars will be doing it. Good people, reasonable, reliable AND great work.

Ryan K.New Jersey

Thanks to Ayars, our bathroom reconstruction was a complete success. From estimates to pre-construction meeting to finished product and follow up, the thorough planning by Eric and the skill and professionalism of Jason made Ayars both a pleasure to work with, and a welcome guest in our home. We were very satisfied indeed.

Chip and Linda M.

Ayars has completed major renovations at my home in 2016 & 2018. This year I had 2 occasions to call Ayars for follow-up on work they had previously performed. In January, I had a leak from an area close to where Ayars installed a bird guard over a dryer vent. Then this summer I noticed a leak from the chimney that vents my gas furnace & water heater.

In both cases, Ayars responded to my email with both an email and phone call within 24 hrs. Company owner Josh came out both times and thoroughly assessed the situation. In addition to using a ladder to assess from outside, he also snaked his way through very limited attic space to assess from inside out. The leak by dryer vent was not a result of Ayars work, but due to old caulking that had cracked open. The chimney leak was not related to Ayars roofing work, but was a small gap where the seam of the chimney pipe met the storm collar. Josh repaired the problem in both cases, at no cost to me, even though the problems were not related to Ayars work. They not only stand behind their work, they respond promptly on calls, years after work is done. They consistently exceed expectations, even repairing problems not related to their work. I plan more renovations in a few years and no doubt will call on Ayars when I do.

Regina T.