Decks and Outdoor Living in Bellingham and Whatcom County
A deck is where the house meets the weather. It can hold morning coffee, wet boots, summer dinners, planters, and years of Northwest rain. To feel good underfoot and belong with the home, it needs more than an attractive surface. Structure, drainage, connections, edges, stairs, and railings all deserve careful thought.
Diamond Construction & Remodel builds and renews decks and outdoor-living spaces in Bellingham and Whatcom County. We build new wood, composite, and PVC decks and railings; repair and resurface existing decks; address rot-related work within the project scope; and create covers, pergolas, and outdoor kitchens.
Founded by owner Kevin Greer, Diamond Construction & Remodel is owner-led with nearly three decades of construction experience. We take the time to understand how you want to use the space and what the existing conditions are telling us.
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An outdoor space made for the way you live
The right deck is not necessarily the largest one. It is the one with enough room where you need it, comfortable movement between the house and yard, and details suited to the setting. A dining area needs different clearances than a quiet landing. Stairs can direct people naturally or interrupt the whole layout. Railings provide an important edge while also shaping views and the character of the space.
Material choice is part of that practical picture. Composite and PVC decking can offer a different maintenance profile and appearance from wood, but the surface is only one layer of the project. Existing framing, ventilation, water movement, fastening details, and connection points all matter. For repairs or resurfacing, the underlying deck needs to be evaluated rather than covered without a closer look.
If exterior damage extends into siding or wall assemblies, see our Exterior Remodeling & Rot Repair page. Deck work can also be coordinated with a home addition, kitchen remodel, or custom home when indoor and outdoor spaces are being planned together.
Deck and outdoor-living scope
Projects may include:
- New wood, composite, and PVC deck construction
- New and replacement railings
- Deck repair and selective rebuilding
- Deck resurfacing after review of the supporting structure
- Rot-related deck and connection work
- Stairs, landings, and transitions
- Framing and structural carpentry within the deck or outdoor-living project
- Connections between decks and the home
- Deck covers and pergolas
- Outdoor kitchens
- Coordination with siding and exterior repair work
- Decks associated with remodels, additions, or custom homes
- Material choices considered for durability and maintenance needs
The right scope depends on the deck’s condition, the home, the desired layout, and the materials selected.
A practical deck project process
1. Begin with use and priorities
We ask how the space should function, what does not work now, and what kind of upkeep feels realistic. For an existing deck, visible concerns and past changes are part of the conversation.
2. Review layout and condition
We consider access, height, stairs, edges, drainage, and the relationship to the house and yard. When repair or resurfacing is proposed, the accessible structure and connections are reviewed. Some concealed conditions may only become visible during removal, so conclusions are based on what can reasonably be observed at each stage.
3. Define materials and construction scope
Surface boards, railings, framing needs, trim, covers, pergolas, outdoor-kitchen components, and related exterior work are brought into one scope as relevant. Product details and compatibility matter, particularly where new materials meet an existing structure.
4. Build or repair with attention to connections
Construction sequence varies by project. Our focus remains on sound carpentry, thoughtful water management, and clean transitions. When the work opens up previously hidden areas, we discuss relevant findings and how they affect the plan.
Frequently asked questions
Can you resurface an existing deck?
Yes, when the supporting structure and project conditions make resurfacing a sensible approach. The deck should be evaluated before a new surface plan is confirmed.
Do you install composite or PVC decking?
Yes. We work with composite and PVC decking and can discuss how material characteristics relate to the design and maintenance priorities.
Can you replace deck railings?
Yes. New or replacement railings can be included in repair, resurfacing, or new-deck work. Compatibility with the deck and the full project scope needs to be considered.
Can deck repairs include rot work at the house?
They can. Where deck and wall conditions connect, related rot, siding, or moisture-management work can be evaluated as part of a coordinated scope.
Do you build covers, pergolas, or outdoor kitchens?
Yes. These outdoor-living features can be considered on their own or coordinated with new-deck and deck-renewal work.
Bring more of life outdoors
Send photos of the existing deck or yard, rough dimensions, plans, material ideas, or a short description of how you want to use the space if available. Incomplete information is fine, including when you are unsure whether repair, resurfacing, or replacement makes sense. You may also call to arrange a free estimate and site visit.
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Diamond Construction & Remodel is a member of NAHB. WA Contractor Reg. DIAMOC*775KS. UBI 605 163 332.