Dakota County
Composite deck building and replacement in Eagan (55122)
Eagan's 1970s to 2000s subdivisions wrap around ponds and wooded hills, and many homes have a walkout deck that is ready to move from stained wood to composite boards.
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Eagan at a glance
Why so many Eagan homeowners switch to composite
Eagan grew fast from the 1970s through the 2000s, and its neighborhoods follow the rolling ground between Lebanon Hills, the Minnesota River bluffs and a long list of stormwater ponds. Split levels from the early years sit beside two-story walkouts from the 1990s, and most have a wood deck that someone has stained every few years. Eventually the staining stops keeping up. Boards check and cup, the finish peels in patches and the stairs turn gray and splintery. That is usually when people call us about composite.
Composite is a good fit for these decks, but only if the frame under it is right. Most composite boards call for joists at 16 inches on center or closer, and hidden fastener systems need straight, level joists to hold the boards flat. On an Eagan replacement we rebuild or reinforce the frame, flash the ledger and lay out board colors that work with the siding. Trex, TimberTech, Fiberon and Deckorators all make boards we install, and we walk you through how their lines differ before you pick one.
Composite questions that come up on Eagan decks
Stain that won't stay put
A deck that peels a year after staining is usually telling you the boards are worn out. At that point composite often makes more sense than another round of sanding, stripping and staining.
Pond views and railing style
Plenty of Eagan decks look out over a pond, and a heavy railing can cut that view in half. Aluminum balusters or glass panels keep the outlook open while meeting height and spacing rules.
Heat on dark boards
Dark composite gets hot under direct July sun on a south-facing deck. We set lighter colors and samples side by side for you, and a pergola over part of the deck adds shade.
Stairs that need matching treads
Composite stairs need closer stringer spacing than many wood stairs were built with. We rebuild the stringers and add riser boards and a landing so the stairs match the deck and feel solid.
Deck services Eagan homeowners call us for
Typical prices for these jobs in Eagan
Ranges from 2026 Twin Cities projects. Your price comes in a written scope after we see the site.
| Service | Typical range | Priced |
|---|---|---|
| Composite Deck Installation | $58 to $97 | per square foot installed |
| Deck Replacement | $42 to $98 | per square foot including tear-off |
| Second-Story and Walkout Decks | $63 to $118 | per square foot installed |
| Aluminum and Glass Railing | $96 to $289 | per linear foot |
| Deck Stair Building and Repair | $1,460 to $6,920 | per stair run |
| Pergola Building | $4,860 to $22,700 | per pergola |
Deck questions from Eagan
Can composite boards go on the existing frame of my Eagan deck?
Sometimes. The frame has to be sound, level and spaced for composite, which usually means joists at 16 inches or closer. Many older Eagan decks need added joists or a new ledger first. We pull a few boards, check the framing and tell you whether a resurface works or a new frame is the better use of your money.
Which composite color works best on an Eagan deck that gets full sun?
Lighter grays and tans stay noticeably cooler underfoot than dark browns in July sun. We bring samples to your deck so you can see and feel them in your own light. Each maker publishes heat and fade information for its lines, and we'll go over it with you before you choose.
Will a deck rebuild in Eagan tear up my sloped backyard?
Some disruption can't be avoided, since we dig footings and carry lumber around the house. On sloped Eagan lots we lay ground protection along the path, stage materials near the driveway and hand-dig most footings. Once the deck is done, we clean up and rake out the work area so you're left with ground ready for seed.
Deck work in Eagan? Call any hour.
We are on the phone 24/7 and on site across Eagan every week. Tell us about the deck and we will set a visit.