- 16493 Bodman Rd Mt. Orab, OH 45154
- info@empirehome.solutions
- Deck Division: 513-513-DECK(3325)
- Office: (513) 773-1567
Deck Builders in Cincinnati, Ohio — Custom Decks & Patios
Empire Home Solutions designs and builds custom decks and patios across Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky — composite, Trex, and pressure-treated wood, from ground-level platforms to multi-level builds, plus patio installation, deck design, and deck repair. Our deck work is busy enough to run as its own division with its own line: 513-513-DECK(3325). Every build carries our lifetime craftsmanship warranty.
By Chris Kestel, Founder & Owner · Last Updated July 2026
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Signs It's Time to Replace — Not Patch — Your Deck
Plenty of decks around Cincinnati just need a board swapped or a railing tightened, and we do that work gladly. But some symptoms tell us the structure itself is done. Here’s how we read them on an inspection:
- The ledger board is pulling away from the house. The ledger carries half your deck’s weight where it bolts to the home. Gaps, rust streaks, or soft wood there mean water has been getting behind it — the single most common cause of deck collapse, and the first thing we check on every inspection.
- Posts are sinking or the deck is out of level. Footings poured too shallow heave and settle with Southwest Ohio’s freeze-thaw cycles. If your deck slopes where it didn’t used to, the problem is under the ground, not on top of it.
- Joists are soft when probed. Surface boards are replaceable; rotted framing isn’t worth building on. If a screwdriver sinks into a joist, the frame is telling you something.
- Wobble you can feel. Racking or sway under foot traffic means connections have loosened or corroded — older decks built with nails instead of structural fasteners do this on schedule.
- Repair quotes keep stacking up. When you’re fixing boards every spring, the math flips: rebuilding once in composite usually beats re-repairing wood for the next decade.
Not sure which category yours falls in? We’ll inspect it, show you photos of what we found, and give you an honest answer — including “it just needs a repair” when that’s the truth. That inspection honesty is how deck repair customers become full-build customers years later.
How a Deck Project Works With Us
1. Walk the Yard With a Builder
Call 513-513-DECK and we schedule a visit. We check grade, drainage, sun exposure, and where the frost-depth footings will land — and we bring material samples so you can feel the difference between composite tiers instead of guessing from a website.
2. Design, Price, Permit
You get a design and a written price for the exact build — not an “estimate” that grows later. Once you approve, we handle the permit drawings and submission; deck footings, ledger attachment, and railing heights all have specific requirements under Ohio residential code, and our plans pass because they’re drawn to it.
3. Build, Inspect, Walk Through
Most single-level builds take days, not weeks, once footings cure. We keep the site clean, pass inspections, and do a final walkthrough with you before we call it done. As one Angi reviewer put it: “The crew did a great job on our composite deck!”
Trex Deck
Installation
Factory-trained installation of the Trex composite lineup. Fade- and stain-resistant boards with hidden fasteners — and manufacturer warranties that stay valid because the install follows spec.
Composite Deck Installation
Trex, TimberTech, Fiberon, and other composite systems compared honestly — board feel, heat retention, price tiers — so you pick with your eyes open.
Wood
Deck Installation
Pressure-treated and cedar builds for homeowners who want the real thing. We’re upfront about the maintenance schedule Ohio humidity demands.
Custom Deck
Building
Built-in seating, pergolas, privacy walls, lighting, outdoor kitchens — designed around how you’ll actually use the space.
Backyard Deck Construction
Straightforward backyard platforms and entertaining spaces, engineered for grade and drainage.
Multi-Level Deck Installation
Sloped-lot specialists. Tiered builds that turn unusable hillside into the best part of the property.
Patio Installation
Paver and hardscape patios with the base prep Ohio clay demands.
Deck Design
Layout, material, railing, and lighting design — including deck lighting plans — before a single footing is dug.
Deck Repair
Board replacement, railing repair, structural fixes, and re-staining. Honest triage on repair versus rebuild.
What Drives the Price of a Deck
Anyone who quotes you a deck price without seeing your yard is guessing. Here’s what actually moves the number, in rough order of impact:
- Material tier — pressure-treated wood, entry composite, and premium capped composite can differ by thousands on the same footprint
- Size and height — elevated decks need longer posts, more bracing, and stairs; ground-level builds are the value play
- Levels and shape — every tier and angle adds framing complexity
- Railing choice — aluminum, composite, and cable rail systems often surprise people as a share of total cost
- Footings and soil — how many, how deep past frost line, and what the digging hits
- Extras — lighting, built-ins, pergolas, under-deck drainage systems
What you won’t pay for: a vague allowance that balloons mid-build, or pressure toward the premium board when the mid-tier fits your use. Want a ballpark? Call the Deck Division with your rough dimensions and a licensed builder will give you a realistic range on the phone.
Brands We Build With
Quality Materials
We use proven materials selected for Ohio’s changing seasons, heavy rain, humidity, and freeze-thaw conditions. We focus on lasting performance rather than the cheapest available option.
Lifetime Warranty
Every project is backed by our lifetime craftsmanship warranty. If our workmanship fails, we return and make it right.
Best Overall Value
We may not always be the lowest-priced contractor, but we provide strong value through proper installation, durable materials, clear pricing, and long-term warranty protection.
Fully Insured and Bonded
Empire Home Solutions is fully insured and bonded, helping protect your home, your investment, and the work completed on your property.
Local Experience
We have served homeowners across Greater Cincinnati, Southwest Ohio, and Northern Kentucky since 2009. Our team understands local homes, weather conditions, soil, building codes, and permit requirements.
Clear Communication
You receive straightforward recommendations, detailed pricing, and regular project updates. We explain what we find, what we recommend, and what your project will cost before work begins.
Deck Builders Across Greater Cincinnati
The Deck Division dispatches from Mt. Orab and builds across:
Primary area: Cincinnati · Anderson Township · Mason · Montgomery · Loveland · Milford · Batavia · Amelia · New Richmond · Mt. Orab · Fayetteville · Norwood
Extended area: West Chester · Hamilton · Middletown · Lebanon · Springboro · Indian Hill · Northern Kentucky (Florence, Union, Walton, Covington)
If you’ve been comparing deck builders Cincinnati OH homeowners actually recommend, check our city pages via the Ohio service area — or just call and ask if we build in your town. Plenty of deck contractors will drive an hour for a big job and vanish afterward; our warranty means we plan on being around.
Deck Building FAQs
How much does a new deck cost in Cincinnati?
Most decks we build in Greater Cincinnati land between $8,000 and $20,000 for pressure-treated wood and $15,000 to $45,000+ for composite, depending on size, height, railing, and extras. A simple 12×16 ground-level wood deck sits at the low end; an elevated multi-level composite build with premium railing sits at the top. You’ll have an exact written number after the free design consultation.
What's the best decking material for Ohio weather?
Capped composite is the best decking material for Ohio weather if you want minimal maintenance — it shrugs off our humidity, freeze-thaw cycling, and UV without annual sealing. Pressure-treated wood costs roughly half up front but needs cleaning and re-sealing every year or two to survive the same conditions. There’s no wrong answer; there’s only the right answer for your budget and tolerance for maintenance, and we’ll lay out both honestly.
How long does a deck build take?
Typical timeline: design and permitting take 1–3 weeks depending on the county, then most single-level builds finish in 3–7 working days once footings are poured and cured. Multi-level and custom builds run longer. Weather moves schedules in Ohio — when it does, you’ll hear it from us first, not wonder.
Do you build decks in winter?
Yes, with caveats. Frozen ground actually digs cleanly, and composite installs fine in cold. What we won’t do is pour footings in conditions that compromise cure strength or rush concrete in a hard freeze. Winter clients often get better scheduling and their deck ready before the first warm weekend.
How do you protect my house where the deck attaches?
With correct ledger flashing — the detail bad builders skip and the reason most deck failures start at the house. We flash the ledger properly, use structural fasteners rated for the load, and leave drainage gaps so water never sits against your siding or rim joist. It’s invisible when done right, which is exactly why you should ask every builder about it.
Do you handle HOA approvals?
We provide the drawings, material specs, and color documentation your HOA needs, and we’ve been through the approval process with associations across Mason, West Chester, and Loveland. The submission is yours to make as the homeowner, but you won’t be making it empty-handed.
Ready for a Deck Built for Ohio? Call the Deck Division.
Create an outdoor space designed for relaxing, entertaining, and adding lasting value to your home. Empire Home Solutions builds custom wood and composite decks across Greater Cincinnati, with proper permits, code-compliant construction, and a lifetime craftsmanship warranty.
Save 10%—up to $1,000—when you sign with us on your first visit.
Call 513-513-DECK (3325) or schedule your free on-site deck consultation today.