Deck Builder
Lakewood, CO
Built for Post-War Homes
Colorado's fifth-largest city, built mostly between 1950 and 1980 — which means a lot of original decks are running out of time at once. Family-owned, family-run, and building outdoor living across Lakewood since 1993 — that's Deck Doctor Inc.
- ✓Custom deck design & build — any level, any layout
- ✓Composite & low-maintenance decking
- ✓Pergolas & covered structures
- ✓Paver patios, walkways & hardscaping
- ✓Outdoor kitchens, fire features & lighting
- ✓Deck repair, refinishing & railings
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A Post-War City with a Mountain Edge
Lakewood is the fifth-largest city in Colorado and most of it went up between the 1950s and 1970s. Its western edge climbs Green Mountain and runs into the hogback, so a deck in Belmar and a deck in Solterra sit in genuinely different building conditions about six miles apart.
Mid-Century Housing at Scale
The bulk of Lakewood was built 1950–1980, which puts an enormous number of original decks past 40 years old at the same time. Nailed ledgers, missing flashing, and post bases in direct contact with concrete are what we find most often, and they decide repair versus replace.
Green Mountain Grade
West Lakewood climbs toward Green Mountain and the hogback. Lots there fall away fast, which means taller posts, lateral bracing, and stepped footings — a fundamentally different structure than the flat lots east of Wadsworth.
Hogback Downslope Wind
The western neighborhoods take wind coming off the hogback that eastern Lakewood never sees. It changes how covered structures get anchored, and it's why cable and aluminum railing outperform solid privacy panels on exposed lots.
City of Lakewood Permits
Lakewood runs its own building department, separate from unincorporated Jefferson County. That distinction catches out contractors who mostly work county side. We pull the city permit and coordinate footing and final inspections.
Engineered footings, low-maintenance surfaces, and covered structure — the same approach we bring to Lakewood backyards.
Built for Lakewood's Two Halves
Lakewood sits at roughly 5,518 feet in Jefferson County and is the fifth-largest city in Colorado — but it doesn't feel like one city when you're building in it. The bulk of the housing went up between 1950 and 1980, and that single fact drives most of the work we do here.
Decks from that era are now past forty years old, and they fail in predictable places. When we open one up we most often find a ledger nailed into the rim rather than through-bolted, no flashing behind it, and post bases sitting directly on concrete where they wick moisture. Those three decide whether we can resurface onto your existing frame — which saves real money — or whether the structure has to come out. We inspect all of it before quoting rather than guessing.
The second half is geography. East of Wadsworth the lots are flat and the conversation is straightforward. West toward Green Mountain and the hogback, lots drop away and the wind picks up, which means taller posts, lateral bracing, stepped footings, and railing chosen to let wind through rather than catch it. Permits go through the City of Lakewood, which runs its own building department — not unincorporated Jefferson County.
Every Service, Built for Lakewood
Each one available across Lakewood, from 1960s ranches east of Wadsworth to hillside lots up toward Green Mountain.
Everything Your Outdoor Space Needs — One Contractor
A 1960s ranch in Eiber and a hillside lot in Solterra need different work. Here's the full range we cover across Lakewood.
Custom Deck Design & Build
Multi-level mountain masterpieces to simple elevated decks — designed around your terrain, views, and HOA requirements, then built to last decades.
Explore custom decks →Composite Decking Lakewood
Trex, Deckorators, TimberTech, and Azek — authorized dealer for all major composite brands. Low maintenance, fire-resistant, altitude-tested.
Explore composite →Pergola Builder Lakewood
Custom pergolas and covered deck structures designed for Colorado weather — shade in summer, engineered snow load tolerance for winter.
Explore pergolas →Outdoor Living Contractor Lakewood
Complete outdoor living design & build — patios, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, retaining walls, and hardscaping. One contractor, complete transformation.
Explore outdoor living →Deck Railing Lakewood CO
Cable, aluminum, powder-coated steel, wood, and glass railing options. Mountain-view-friendly designs that meet local building code and HOA requirements.
Explore railings →Deck Repair & Restoration
Structural repairs, board replacement, ledger re-connection, stair rebuilds, and full deck restoration. We fix dangerous decks fast.
Explore deck repair →Simple Process, Zero Runaround
Straightforward from the first call to the final walkthrough. You get a written scope, a schedule and one point of contact — and the labor balance isn't due until the work in that scope is finished.
Call or Schedule
Give us a call or fill out our quick form. Same-week response for emergencies.
Free On-Site Walkthrough
We come to Lakewood, look at your space top to bottom, and talk through your options and a straight, honest plan.
We Get to Work
Our crew arrives on time, works clean, and handles permits and HOA documentation if needed.
Walkthrough & Final Payment
We walk the finished work with you against the agreed scope. Once everything in your contract is complete, the labor balance is due — that's how we've operated since 1993.
What Colorado Homeowners Are Saying
Deck Doctor is a wonderful company that I will use again! Brandon is a general contractor with experience in many types of outdoor construction. His crew were ideal — respectful, hard-working, very knowledgeable, cleaned up behind themselves. The project was well priced and done in a timely manner.
Had the pergola built last December, could not be happier. Took me quite a while to write a review but 10 stars all around. The team they have is amazing! Would definitely recommend!
Brandon and his team are amazing! They do what they say, when they say, and the quality of work is top-notch. My deck needed a complete overhaul due to rotting wood. His crew showed up early and cleaned up thoroughly every single day. Highly recommend!
One of the best experiences I have had with a contractor. Brandon walked me through the options and was honest and straightforward. Everything he said would happen, happened and on time. The final product is perfect!
What Does a Colorado Outdoor Project Actually Cost?
Whether your existing frame can be saved is the biggest single factor in Lakewood pricing. We inspect footings, post bases and the ledger before quoting.
Custom Deck Build + Railing
A new custom deck in composite (Trex or Deckorators) or wood, with steel or wood framing and view-friendly railing. The most common build for Lakewood homes.
Deck + Covered Pergola + Railing
Composite or wood deck with a custom covered pergola and view-friendly cable or aluminum railing. Perfect for taking advantage of Lakewood's mountain views year-round.
Full Outdoor Living Build-Out
Multi-level deck, outdoor kitchen, fire pit, hardscaping, retaining walls, and lighting. We handle the HOA submittal, permits, and everything in between.
Deck Repair & Restoration
Structural fixes, rotted board replacement, railing repair, refinishing, or post-winter damage. Same-week inspection for urgent safety situations — we'll tell you honestly what needs to happen.
Some Deck Problems Can't Wait Until Spring
- !Boards are cracked or broken — someone could step through at any moment
- !Railings are loose or wobbly — especially dangerous with kids or elderly guests
- !Visible rotting wood — structural failure can happen at any time, especially after a Colorado winter
- !Deck is pulling away from the house — extremely dangerous, stop using it immediately
- !Post bases are soft or decayed at ground contact — the whole structure could shift or collapse
Same-Week Emergency Inspections Available
Your family's safety is worth one phone call. We'll get out to Lakewood fast and tell you exactly what needs to happen — no pressure, no BS.
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Send friends, family, or neighbors our way for anything they need in their backyard — a deck, a pergola, a patio, repairs, you name it. When the person you refer completes a project of $20,000 or more, we'll put $250 in your pocket. It's our way of saying thank you for spreading the word about Deck Doctor Inc in your community.
OUTDOOR LIVING · EST. 1993
Proudly Serving Colorado’s Front Range & Mountain Communities
From Lakewood to Vail, Deck Doctor Inc designs, builds, repairs, and restores premium outdoor living spaces across Colorado.
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Questions About Decks in Lakewood
Straight answers about what to expect — no marketing fluff.
Let Us Bring Your Outdoor Vision To Life
Contact Deck Doctor Inc today for your free, no-obligation estimate. We'll come to your Lakewood property, walk the space, and give you a straight answer on what's possible and what it'll cost. No pressure — just 32 years of honest craftsmanship.