Spokane, WA
Dynamic Decks builds residential decks and outdoor living spaces throughout the Spokane region. From new decks and railings to covers, pergolas, porches, and patios, we help homeowners create outdoor spaces that make sense for their homes, yards, and the way they want to use them. Our local business is listed with the North Idaho Building Contractors Association, and you can browse our project gallery to see examples of our work before planning your own.
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No two properties give us exactly the same starting point.
A deck sitting just above a flat lawn is a very different project from one extending over a slope. Add stairs, a roof, or usable space underneath, and the structure changes again. Even permitting can depend on whether your property falls within the City of Spokane or Spokane County.
That is why we start with the property itself.
We want to understand how the house meets the yard, where you naturally spend time outside, what is getting in the way now, and what you want the finished space to do.
For a new deck, that means bringing the layout, supports, stairs, railing, and decking surface together as one project rather than making each decision separately.
You do not need to arrive with a finished design.
If you have a sketch or a few ideas, bring them. If all you know is that your current outdoor space is not working anymore, that is enough to begin.
We can work through the larger decisions first and narrow down materials, railings, colors, and finishing details as the plan takes shape.
A new deck needs to work equally well at the back door and out in the yard.
We plan the footings, framing, stairs, railing, and decking surface as parts of the same structure so the finished deck feels connected to the home instead of added on as an afterthought.
Sometimes an aging deck needs more than fresh boards.
If the framing or underlying structure is reaching the end of its useful life, a full rebuild may make more sense than replacing only the surface. We will help you understand what you are working with before deciding how far the project needs to go.
A design can look good on paper and still leave you wondering where the stairs will land or whether there will actually be enough room for a dining table.
Our design consultation and 3D deck models make those decisions easier to visualize before construction begins.
You can see the overall layout, stairs, railing, and other major features while there is still time to make adjustments.
Railing has a practical job to do, but it also has a big effect on how a deck looks and feels.
The right system should protect the edge and stairs without unnecessarily closing off the yard or the view. We install deck railing as part of new construction and as a standalone project when appropriate.
A deck feels different once the sun goes down.
Lighting around stairs, seating areas, railings, and paths can make the space easier and more comfortable to use after dark. It is usually best to think about lighting while the layout is still being planned so wiring and placement can be worked into the project from the beginning.
Most of our deck covers are custom wood structures built on site.
Before designing one, we consider the existing deck or proposed structure, how the roof will be supported, and how it will connect with the home.
That structural planning comes first. The style and finishing details follow.
Not every outdoor gathering space needs to begin with a raised deck.
Sometimes the best place to sit is farther out in the yard. A pergola can define the area while keeping it open to the sky, while a covered structure can provide more protection from the weather.
We build several types of freestanding and attached structures depending on how you want to use the space.
A pergola can give a dining or seating area a sense of place without putting a solid roof overhead.
We size the structure around the space available and the amount of openness, shade, and definition you want in that part of the yard.
A cabana or gazebo can create a comfortable gathering area away from the house.
Instead of starting with a particular style, we start with practical questions: where you want the structure, how many people you want it to accommodate, and what you want to be able to do there.
Covering a ground-level patio is different from putting a roof over a raised deck.
We build patio covers, including ACRYLITE options, and plan the structure around the patio, its relationship to the house, and the support the roof requires.
Not every outdoor structure is designed for entertaining.
We also build carports for homeowners who need covered parking. The planning starts with the vehicle space, access, and how the structure needs to fit alongside the home.
A porch usually starts with one simple question: what do you need near the door?
Maybe you want a comfortable place to sit. Maybe you need a better transition between the house and the yard. Or perhaps you want a covered or screened space that gives you a little more separation from the weather and insects.
The answer helps determine the size, layout, stairs, railing, and type of porch that makes sense.
A porch has to meet both the house and the ground properly.
We plan the size of the outdoor area first, then work through the stairs, railing, and other details needed to make the transition comfortable and practical.
A covered porch gives you somewhere to sit outside when the weather is less cooperative.
Before getting into finishes and appearance, we determine how the roof will be supported and how the new structure needs to connect with the house.
If you want to enjoy the outdoors with a little more separation from the yard, a screened porch may be worth considering.
We start with the porch structure itself and then determine where screening makes sense within the design.
Sometimes a deck is not the best answer.
If the area you want to use already sits close to ground level, a patio may give you the space you need with a simpler transition into the yard.
The same area can also become a natural home for an outdoor kitchen, dining space, or privacy feature.
For seating areas close to grade, a patio can be a practical alternative to a raised deck.
Because we build both patios and decks, we can consider the property and how you want to use the space before deciding which direction makes more sense.
An outdoor kitchen should work for the person cooking and everyone gathering around them.
Access to the house, seating, movement through the space, and the placement of the cooking area all matter. We plan kitchens and bars around how the area will actually be used rather than treating the grill or counter as the entire design.
You may not need to close off the entire yard just because one sightline feels exposed.
A well-placed privacy wall or screen can provide separation where you actually need it, such as beside a dining table, seating area, or neighboring property.
Choosing decking from a small sample can be surprisingly difficult.
The color matters, but so do maintenance, sun exposure, texture, and how the material feels underfoot. What looks best on a display board is not always what you will enjoy living with every day.
Once we understand your priorities, we can compare the materials and products that make sense for the project.
Cedar, redwood, and hardwood offer the natural grain and character that only real wood provides.
They also require ongoing cleaning and finish care.
If you like the appearance of wood and are comfortable with the maintenance that comes with it, we can compare the available options for your deck.
Composite decking comes in a wide range of colors and textures without the routine staining associated with wood.
It still needs normal cleaning, and different boards can look and feel different in direct sunlight.
Seeing samples side by side is often much more helpful than choosing from a catalog or screen.
PVC decking is another option for homeowners who do not want a wood-fiber decking surface.
We recommend comparing it directly with wood and composite so you can see the differences in appearance, texture, and feel before making a decision.
Most project photos focus on the finished decking because that is what you see when the job is complete.
But the parts underneath matter just as much.
Footings, framing, drainage, connections, stairs, and railing all have to work together. The structural planning becomes even more important when the project includes a roof or when you want to use the area beneath an elevated deck.
If you are considering an underdeck system to create a drier space below, it is best to bring that up early. Drainage and water management are much easier to plan while the framing is being designed.
Our gallery is a good place to start gathering ideas.
Look beyond the color of the decking. Notice where the stairs land, how the railing affects the view, how the deck relates to the house, and how much room the layout leaves for furniture and movement.
If you see a project you like, show us what caught your attention. You do not have to copy the design. It simply gives us a better idea of what you want your own space to feel like.
There is a reason one price per square foot rarely tells the whole story.
A low deck with straightforward railing is a very different project from an elevated deck with stairs, a roof, lighting, or difficult site access.
Removal of an existing structure, framing requirements, decking materials, railing, lighting, access to the property, and additional structures can all affect the final estimate.
We prefer to understand the scope first so the price you receive is tied to the project you actually want to build.
Construction is only one part of the project timeline.
Before building begins, there may be design decisions, material selections, permits, and potentially HOA approval to work through. The timing depends on the address and the scope of the project.
Once we have seen the property and defined what is being built, we can discuss a schedule based on your project rather than give you a date that came from someone else's.
A Spokane mailing address does not automatically tell us which authority handles the permit.
The City of Spokane and Spokane County have different processes, which is why the actual property location needs to be confirmed first.
The City of Spokane provides guidance for deck construction and site-plan requirements, while Spokane County has its own application and document-review process.
When permit acquisition is included in our agreed scope of work, we determine what drawings and project information are needed before submitting an application.
If your property has an HOA, bring the applicable rules into the conversation early.
HOA approval and a building permit are separate processes, and either one may influence the design.
Inspection requirements can also vary by project, so we follow the process that applies to your address and scope rather than assuming it will be the same as another project nearby.
Trex and TimberTech by AZEK are among the decking products we offer, along with wood options such as cedar and Ipe.
The brand matters, but it is only one part of the decision.
We also consider how the boards fit with the framing plan, what care the material requires, and whether its appearance and performance line up with what you want from the finished deck.
When discussing a deck warranty, it helps to separate two things: the manufacturer's coverage for the product and the builder's coverage for the work.
Those terms are not necessarily the same.
The coverage that applies to your project should be documented in the written product and workmanship terms included with your proposal. Review both so you understand what applies to each part of the project before signing.
The first conversation can be simple.
Tell us where the property is and what is not working outside right now. Maybe you need more room to eat, an easier way to reach the yard, more shade, or a safer set of stairs.
That gives us a practical starting point when we see the property.
Once we understand the space, we can begin working through the decisions that shape the project: layout, materials, stairs, railing, and any roof or cover.
A 3D model can help you visualize how those pieces come together, while the estimate should clearly explain the work being proposed.
The property address and final scope determine which permitting path applies.
Once the required approvals are in place, construction moves through the structural work and into the finished decking, stairs, railing, and other features included in your plan.
When the project is complete, take the time to look through the finished space and any paperwork that applies to it.
If there is something you want explained, this is the right time to ask while we can look at the finished project together.
Daniel Schupp is part of the local operation and is available to help homeowners work through the decisions behind their outdoor projects.
When Daniel talks about the deck covers we build, he describes most of them simply: custom wood structures built on site. That practical approach carries through the rest of the project as well.
Instead of making the process more complicated than it needs to be, the goal is to understand what you want the space to do and then determine what it will take to build it properly.
Our project gallery gives you a closer look at completed work, and the business is also listed in the North Idaho Building Contractors Association directory. Both are useful places to look when you are deciding who you want to work with.
Photos can show you what was built. Reviews tell you more about what it was like to get there.
When comparing contractors, look for recent feedback about communication, how questions were handled, whether expectations were clear, and what homeowners say about their overall experience.
Those details can tell you just as much as the finished project photos.
We work in Spokane, Spokane Valley, Liberty Lake, Mead, Colbert, and nearby communities.
Send us the project address and we can confirm whether it falls within our service area and which permitting authority applies.
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Yes. We build new residential decks and handle full rebuilds and replacements.
If you are trying to decide what to do with an older deck, pay attention to what is happening underneath the boards as well as what you can see on the surface. Small standalone repairs are not our primary focus.
Yes.
You do not need to choose a decking material before we see the property. We can compare wood, composite, and PVC based on appearance, upkeep, and how each option fits with the rest of your project.
Possibly.
Adding a roof introduces additional weight and structural connections, so the existing deck needs to be evaluated first. Decking boards that look good from above do not tell us whether the framing and support below can carry a covered structure.
Permit acquisition is available when it is included in the agreed project scope.
We first determine whether the City of Spokane or Spokane County has jurisdiction and what documentation is required. If your property has an HOA, remember that its approval is a separate process.
If the outdoor area you want to use already sits close to ground level, a patio may be worth considering.
Because we build both patios and decks, we can look at the yard and help you understand how each option would work with the property.
Yes.
A 3D deck model can help you visualize the layout, stairs, railing, and any cover before construction begins. It gives you an opportunity to review the larger design while changes are still easier to make.
Tell us where the project is and what you would like to change outside.
We will look at the space, work through the practical options with you, and prepare an estimate based on the project you decide to move forward with.
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