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Serving Lauderdale Lakes, FL and surrounding areas. (754) 812-0107
South Florida humidity destroys wood decks fast. A Trex composite deck gives you a beautiful outdoor space that holds up year after year with minimal upkeep.
Trex deck installation in Lauderdale Lakes means building a structural frame from pressure-treated lumber and fastening composite Trex boards on top, with most residential decks in the 200 to 400 square foot range taking a crew two to five days to complete once the permit is approved.
Trex is a composite material made from recycled wood fibers and plastic film. It looks and feels like wood, but it does not rot, splinter, or need to be painted or stained. In a place like Lauderdale Lakes, where summer humidity stays above 70 percent and afternoon thunderstorms roll through almost daily, that difference is not just about convenience - it is about whether your investment holds up over time.
If you are comparing options before committing to a material, composite deck installation covers the full range of composite products available, not just the Trex brand.
Press your foot firmly across different spots on your deck. If any area gives slightly underfoot, the wood has likely begun to rot - a common problem in Lauderdale Lakes given the year-round humidity. Splintering boards are also a safety issue for anyone using the space barefoot.
In South Florida's climate, wood decks that are not sealed on a strict schedule develop mold and mildew quickly. If dark staining returns within a few weeks of cleaning, the wood itself is likely compromised. Composite decking resists mold growth far better and requires much less ongoing effort to stay clean.
If your deck was in place during a significant hurricane or tropical storm and has not been checked since, it is worth an evaluation. High winds can loosen connections that are not visible from the surface. A deck that looks fine may have hidden structural issues, especially if it was built before current wind-resistance standards.
If you are not sure whether the existing deck was ever permitted, find out before investing in repairs. Unpermitted structures in Broward County can create complications during a sale or insurance claim. In some cases, replacing the deck with a properly permitted new build is simpler and less expensive than retroactively legalizing an old structure.
Every Trex deck project starts with a properly engineered frame. The composite boards are only as good as the structure supporting them, and in Lauderdale Lakes - where the ground is flat, the water table is high, and the soil can be soft in wet months - that framing work has to be done right from the start. We size the posts, beams, and joists to local code requirements and explain the plan before any work begins.
For homeowners who want even more from their outdoor space, we also handle pressure-treated wood deck construction for those who prefer a traditional wood look, and we pair new Trex decks with matching composite railing systems and steps. Every project is permitted through Broward County and inspected before we close out the job.
Best for homeowners who want a brand-new outdoor space designed from the ground up with a durable, low-maintenance composite surface.
Ideal when an existing wood or composite deck is past repair - we remove the old structure and build a fully permitted replacement in its place.
Pairs the new Trex deck surface with matching composite or aluminum railings for a finished look that also meets Broward County safety requirements.
Lauderdale Lakes sits in the middle of Broward County, where average humidity stays above 70 percent for most of the year and summer temperatures regularly push past 90 degrees. That combination destroys untreated wood decking faster than almost anywhere else in the country. Wood decks here absorb moisture constantly - from rain, morning dew, and the humidity in the air itself - which leads to warping, cracking, and rot within a few years if the wood is not maintained aggressively. Composite decking was built for exactly this kind of climate.
Beyond the humidity, Broward County is a high-wind zone that requires decks to be anchored and framed to stricter structural standards than most other states. Hurricane season runs June through November, and a deck that is not built to those standards is a liability when a storm rolls through. We serve the full area, including homeowners in Tamarac and Lauderhill, where the same climate and code requirements apply.
When you reach out, we ask a few basics - approximate deck size, whether an existing deck needs to come out, and whether you have an HOA. This helps us give you a rough ballpark before visiting your home. You will not be pressured to commit to anything during this call.
We visit your property to measure the space, assess the ground conditions, and walk through options - board color, railing style, and any features like steps or built-in seating. You receive a written estimate that breaks out labor, materials, and permit costs separately.
Once you approve the estimate and sign a contract, we submit the permit application to Broward County. This typically takes one to three weeks for approval. Work cannot legally begin until the permit is approved and posted at the job site.
We build the frame, install the composite boards and railings, then schedule the county inspection. Once the inspector signs off, we do a final walkthrough with you and remove all debris. You receive copies of the permit and inspection records to keep.
We reply within 1 business day, give you a written estimate that breaks out every cost, and handle the Broward County permit from start to finish.
(754) 812-0107We manage the entire permit process through Broward County on your behalf - application, paperwork, and scheduling the county inspection. You do not have to navigate the building department yourself. This means your deck is fully legal and documented before we call the job complete.
Every deck we build meets Broward County's structural requirements for high-wind zones, which means the anchoring and framing are engineered to hold in hurricane-season conditions. This is not just a formality - it is the difference between a deck that stays put and one that becomes a liability. See the American Wood Council's deck construction guide at awc.org.
A large share of Lauderdale Lakes neighborhoods have HOA rules about deck design, and we ask about your HOA upfront so there are no surprises after the work is done. We help you prepare the documentation your association typically needs. No letters from your HOA after the project is finished.
Lauderdale Lakes sits on very flat terrain with a high water table, and footings that are not properly engineered for local soil conditions can shift over time. We account for this during the design phase so your deck stays level and solid for years, not just for the first season.
Every one of these things - the permit, the framing, the HOA process, the footing design - adds up to a deck that does what it is supposed to do. You can verify contractor licensing through the Florida DBPR before signing anything.
A traditional wood deck option for homeowners who want a natural look at a lower upfront cost.
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Learn MorePermit timelines in Broward County mean the sooner you reach out, the sooner you are enjoying your finished deck - contact us today.