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Deck footings and framing: the strong, level base every deck needs

Concrete footings below the frost line, correctly sized posts, beams and joists, and the connections that hold them together.

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Deck Footings & Framing

The visible part of a deck is only half of it. Underneath, footings carry the load to the ground, posts lift the beams, joists support the boards and metal connectors hold everything together. If any piece is undersized or poorly connected, the deck can sag, bounce or shift. Footings should reach below the local frost depth and sit on firm soil.

We build footings and framing for new decks and for repairs and upgrades for homeowners in Nashville and across Middle Tennessee. We size and space the members for the load, use rated connectors and hardware, level the frame carefully and flash the ledger against the house.

What you get

Done right, from the first walk-through

01

Footings below frost

Set deep and on firm soil.

02

Properly sized members

Posts, beams and joists for the span.

03

Rated connectors

Hardware made for decks.

04

Level, square frame

Built true and checked.

The process

How your service comes together

  1. 1

    Layout and dig

    We mark the layout and dig footings.

  2. 2

    Frame the structure

    Set posts, beams and joists.

  3. 3

    Connect and check

    Install connectors and verify level.

FAQ

Common questions about footings & framing

How deep should footings be?

Footings should extend below the local frost depth and rest on firm soil. We follow local requirements.

How far apart should joists be?

Joists are commonly spaced sixteen inches on center, and closer spacing is used for some decking and loads. We design for your boards.

Can I fix a bouncy deck?

Often yes, by adding support, blocking or footings. We inspect the frame to find the cause.

Related services

Often planned together

Deck Inspections Deck InspectionsA close look at structure, connections and surfaces.Learn more Deck Repair Deck RepairFixes for loose rails, soft boards and sagging framing.Learn more Deck Rebuild & Replacement Rebuild & ReplacementOut with the unsafe old deck, in with a new one built right.Learn more

Service areas

Nashville and the cities all around it

From Clarksville to Shelbyville and Dickson to Cookeville, pick your city to see the deck work we handle in your part of Middle Tennessee.

Nashville Antioch Arrington Bellevue Brentwood Clarksville College Grove Columbia Cookeville Dickson Fairview Franklin Gallatin Goodlettsville Hendersonville Hermitage La Vergne Lebanon Madison Mt. Juliet Murfreesboro Nolensville Shelbyville Smyrna Spring Hill Springfield Thompson's Station White House

Not on the list? Call 615-431-3789. We take projects across Middle Tennessee.

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Call, text or send the form. Tell us about your yard, where it is and what you have in mind, and we will take it from there.

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