Decking Material Options

TimberTech® Composite Decking

Popular TimberTech Collections

TimberTech Warranty Protection

As a TimberTech Pro Contractor, New Beginnings Construction provides access to enhanced manufacturer-backed warranty coverage including:

• 25-Year Structural Protection
• 30-Year Fade & Stain Warranty on Premium Lines
• Transferable Coverage
• Manufacturer-Supported Product Protection

Pressure-Treated Pine Decks

Garapa Hardwood Decking

Best For:

Homeowners wanting a luxury natural wood appearance.

Garapa is an exotic hardwood known for its beautiful golden color and exceptional durability.

Benefits

• Naturally resistant to rot
• Insect resistant
• Dense hardwood construction
• Stunning premium appearance
• Cooler surface temperatures than many composites
• Long lifespan when maintained properly

Appearance

Garapa starts with a beautiful golden honey tone and naturally weathers into an elegant silver-gray patina if left untreated.

Ideal for:

• Waterfront homes
• Luxury outdoor spaces
• Kiawah Island homes
• Seabrook Island homes
• Custom architectural projects

Ipe Hardwood Decking

Cedar Decking

PVC Decking

Best For:

Maximum moisture resistance.

PVC decking provides exceptional performance in coastal environments where exposure to humidity and moisture is constant.

Benefits

• Highly resistant to moisture
• No rot concerns
• Low maintenance
• Excellent for waterfront properties
• Long manufacturer warranties

Deck Railing Options

A great deck deserves a great railing system.

Deck Features & Upgrades

Built-In Seating

Custom benches integrated into the deck design.

Deck Lighting

• Post cap lighting
• Stair lighting
• Accent lighting
• Under-rail lighting

Outdoor Kitchens

Create a complete entertaining area with:

• Grills
• Refrigeration
• Storage
• Countertops

Pergolas & Shade Structures

Enhance comfort while adding architectural appeal.

Covered Decks

Enjoy your outdoor space year-round while reducing exposure to Charleston’s sun and rain.

CHOOSING YOUR MATERIAL

Which Deck Material Is Right For You?

Our Deck Building Process

1. Consultation & Design

We discuss your vision, goals, budget, and lifestyle needs.

2. Material Selection

Choose from wood, composite, PVC, or exotic hardwood options.

3. Permitting

Our team handles required permitting and approvals.

4. Construction

Experienced craftsmen bring your vision to life.

5. Final Walkthrough

We ensure every detail meets our standards and yours.

Covered Decks & Patio Covers

Adding a roof or patio cover can dramatically change how often you use your outdoor space—especially with Charleston’s summer heat, intense sun, and frequent rain.

New Beginnings Construction can build covered outdoor spaces that integrate with the architecture of the existing home.

Projects can incorporate roof structures, structural posts and beams, roof tie-ins, shingles or metal roofing, finished ceilings, lighting, ceiling fans, gutters, siding, and exterior trim.

This is one of the advantages of working with a licensed general contractor rather than a company that only installs decking.

Renaissance Patio Covers

New Beginnings Construction installs Renaissance Patio outdoor living systems throughout Charleston and the Lowcountry.

These engineered patio systems provide homeowners with another option for creating covered outdoor living spaces without necessarily constructing a traditional framed roof addition.

Depending on the project, homeowners can explore insulated roof systems, patio covers, and other configurations designed around the property and intended use.

Screened Porch Additions

Enjoy Charleston Outdoors Without Being Completely Outdoors

Screened porches are practically made for Lowcountry living.

New Beginnings Construction can construct new screened porch additions or transform existing outdoor spaces into comfortable screened living areas.

A screened porch project can incorporate structural framing, roofing, screen systems, porch ceilings, electrical, ceiling fans, lighting, exterior doors, stairs, railings, siding, and trim.

Porch Conversions

An existing porch doesn’t necessarily have to stay the way it was originally built.

New Beginnings Construction can help homeowners convert existing porches into spaces that better fit how they use their homes today.

Screened Porch to Enclosed Porch

Replace screens with windows or other enclosure systems to provide additional protection from Charleston’s heat, rain, humidity, and seasonal weather.

Open Porch to Screened Porch

Transform an open porch into a screened outdoor living space for additional protection from insects while maintaining the open-air feeling.

Covered Patio to Screened Outdoor Living Space

An existing covered patio may provide the starting point for a more functional screened enclosure.

Porch to Conditioned Living Space

For qualifying projects, a more extensive porch conversion may incorporate windows, doors, insulation, electrical, HVAC considerations, and interior finishes to create additional living space.

Patio Enclosures

Already have a patio you love? You may not need to tear it out and start over.

NBC can evaluate existing patios and covered outdoor areas for potential enclosure, improvement, or expansion.

Depending on the existing structure and desired result, a patio enclosure project can involve screens, windows, doors, framing, siding, roofing, electrical work, and interior or exterior finishes.

DECK BUILD

Local Charleston Areas We Serve

Frequently Asked Questions About Decks, Patios & Porches

What types of decks does New Beginnings Construction build?

New Beginnings Construction builds and replaces a wide range of residential decks throughout Charleston and the surrounding Lowcountry. Our projects can include traditional wood decks, composite decks, PVC decking, elevated decks, multi-level decks, waterproof decking systems, deck extensions, stairs, railings, and covered outdoor living spaces. We work with products including TimberTech®, AZEK®, Trex®, DuxxBak®, pressure-treated lumber, and specialty wood decking.

Is composite decking better than wood for Charleston homes?

It depends on your priorities, but composite and PVC decking can be excellent choices for Charleston’s heat, humidity, heavy rainfall, and coastal environment. Composite decking typically requires less ongoing maintenance than traditional wood and is designed to resist many common issues associated with moisture and weather exposure. Wood remains a great option for homeowners who prefer a natural appearance and don’t mind the additional maintenance.

What is the best decking material for coastal South Carolina?

There isn’t one material that’s best for every Charleston-area home. TimberTech Advanced PVC, TimberTech composite, Trex, DuxxBak, hardwood, and pressure-treated lumber each have different advantages. Factors such as proximity to the coast, deck elevation, sun exposure, moisture, desired appearance, maintenance expectations, and budget should all be considered before selecting a decking material.

What is DuxxBak decking?

DuxxBak® is a composite decking system featuring an integrated water-shedding design. Unlike traditional deck boards that allow rainwater to fall through gaps between boards, the DuxxBak system is designed to channel water away. This makes it particularly useful for elevated and second-story decks where homeowners want to keep the area underneath the deck drier and more usable.

Do you install TimberTech and AZEK decking?

Yes. New Beginnings Construction installs TimberTech® composite and Advanced PVC decking, including AZEK decking products. We are also a TimberTech PRO contractor and can help homeowners compare available product lines, colors, performance characteristics, and decking options for their outdoor living project.

Do you install Trex decking?

Yes. We can install Trex® composite decking as part of new deck construction and deck replacement projects. We can also help homeowners compare Trex with TimberTech, DuxxBak, PVC, hardwood, and traditional pressure-treated wood before choosing a material.

Can you replace my wood deck with composite decking?

Yes. Replacing an aging wood deck with composite or PVC decking is a popular exterior remodeling project. Before installing new deck boards, our team can evaluate the existing joists, beams, posts, stairs, ledger connections, flashing, and other structural components to determine what can remain and what should be replaced.

Can you build an elevated or second-story deck?

Yes. New Beginnings Construction can construct elevated decks, second-story decks, stairs, landings, railings, and associated structural components. Elevated decks are common throughout the Charleston area and can also create opportunities for covered or usable space underneath the deck.

Can you build a covered deck or patio?

Yes. Because New Beginnings Construction is a licensed general contractor, our outdoor living projects can extend beyond the deck itself. Depending on the project, we can incorporate roof structures, roof tie-ins, structural framing, posts and beams, shingles or metal roofing, ceilings, electrical, lighting, ceiling fans, gutters, siding, and trim.

Do you install patio covers?

Yes. We build traditional covered patio structures and install Renaissance Patio systems. The best approach depends on the home’s architecture, existing structure, desired coverage, budget, and how the homeowner plans to use the space.

Can you turn an existing patio into a screened porch?

Potentially, yes. An existing covered patio may be able to serve as the starting point for a screened outdoor living area or patio enclosure. Our team will evaluate the existing structure and determine what framing, screening, doors, roofing, electrical work, or other modifications may be required.

Can you convert an open porch into a screened porch?

Yes. New Beginnings Construction can convert qualifying open porches into screened porches and can also build entirely new screened porch additions. Projects can incorporate screening systems, doors, ceilings, lighting, ceiling fans, stairs, railings, siding, and other exterior finishes.

Can you enclose an existing screened porch?

Yes. Depending on the existing structure and your goals, we can evaluate options for converting a screened porch into a more enclosed space. A larger porch conversion may involve windows, doors, framing, insulation, electrical work, HVAC considerations, and new interior and exterior finishes.

Can you repair a deck instead of replacing it?

Sometimes. The right solution depends on the condition of the decking and underlying structure. Isolated issues may be repairable, while widespread rot, deteriorated framing, unsafe railings, damaged stairs, improper flashing, or structural problems may make replacement a better long-term solution. Our team can evaluate the existing deck before recommending a direction.

Do I need a permit to build or replace a deck in Charleston?

Permit requirements depend on the project’s location and scope of work. New deck construction, structural alterations, elevated decks, covered structures, and significant deck replacements may require permits and inspections from the applicable local jurisdiction. As a licensed general contractor, New Beginnings Construction can determine permitting requirements as part of planning your project.

How long does it take to build or replace a deck?

Project timelines vary based on the size and complexity of the deck, material availability, permitting, inspections, structural work, weather, and whether the project includes additional features such as a roof, screened porch, patio enclosure, or other exterior improvements. Once the project scope is established, our team can provide a more specific anticipated construction timeline.

How much does a new deck cost in Charleston, SC?

Deck pricing varies significantly depending on the size, height, structural requirements, stairs, railings, decking material, site conditions, demolition requirements, and additional features. A straightforward pressure-treated wood deck will have a very different investment level than a large elevated deck using premium composite or PVC decking with a covered area underneath. The best way to establish pricing is to evaluate the property and desired scope.

Do you offer deck and patio remodeling outside of Charleston?

Yes. New Beginnings Construction serves homeowners throughout the Charleston Lowcountry, including Mount Pleasant, West Ashley, James Island, Johns Island, Daniel Island, Summerville, North Charleston, Isle of Palms, Sullivan’s Island, Kiawah Island, Seabrook Island, Folly Beach, Goose Creek, Hanahan, and surrounding communities.

Can you handle the rest of the exterior while you’re remodeling my deck?

Yes—and this is one of the biggest advantages of working with New Beginnings Construction. We’re not limited to installing deck boards. As a full-service remodeling and general contracting company, we can incorporate roofing, siding, windows, exterior doors, structural modifications, porches, patio covers, stairs, railings, and other exterior improvements into a larger renovation.

How do I get started with a deck, patio, or porch project?

Start by scheduling a consultation with New Beginnings Construction. We’ll discuss your existing outdoor space, what you’d like to change, material preferences, and whether you’re considering a new deck, deck replacement, composite decking, patio cover, screened porch, porch conversion, or complete outdoor living renovation. From there, we can help determine the appropriate next steps for your Charleston-area home.

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