Deck Builder in McLean, VA
McLean homeowners expect one thing above all: work that matches the home. On established properties where the house is the investment, a deck can't look bolted-on or budget — it has to read as part of the architecture and hold its value for decades. Skip has spent 40+ years building exactly that, dealing with homeowners directly — no salesman, no middleman, no corporate crew rushing to the next job.
Craftsmanship that fits an established home
Clean lines, hidden fasteners, level framing, railings that are straight from every angle — these are the details that separate a deck that elevates a McLean home from one that drags it down.
Skip builds like the deck is going on his own house, because his name is on it. Every cut and screw is meant to still be tight decades from now.
Premium materials, honest pricing
McLean projects often lean toward premium composite and low-maintenance railing systems, and Skip is happy to build to that standard — but he won't upsell you into it.
You get a quote with materials and labor separated, so you see the real cost of the upgrade and decide for yourself. Not the cheapest bid, but the most transparent.
A few of our recent decks
A selection of decks from Skip's Northern Virginia portfolio — multi-level composite builds, tear-out rebuilds, railings, and stairs. It's the same footings-up craftsmanship we bring to every McLean project.
Built to Fairfax County code.
Permitting for a McLean deck — handled for you
McLean permits & HOA
McLean is part of unincorporated Fairfax County, so decks are permitted through Fairfax County Land Development Services. A residential building permit and site plan are required for attached decks and decks more than 30 inches above grade, along with code-compliant guardrails.
Many McLean neighborhoods also have HOA design guidelines that must be met. Skip pulls the permit as the responsible contractor and builds to Fairfax County's deck details from the footings up.
McLean deck questions
What deck materials are best for a McLean home?
Many homeowners here choose premium composite for its longevity and low maintenance; Skip will show you the real cost difference versus wood before you decide.
Do you work directly with the homeowner?
Always. You deal with Skip himself, start to finish — no sales rep, no subcontracted crew you've never met.
What Northern Virginia Homeowners Say
“I hired Skip and his crew to remodel my basement with a bathroom remodel, and they also remodeled my upstairs bathroom and kitchen. Then I hired them to expand my deck as well. Everything came out wonderful, on time and on budget — a great company that I will continue to work with on my home.”
“He rebuilt my deck after it was damaged by a fire from my grill. He and Tommy rebuilt it in record time, to my specs, and for a reasonable price. This is a good company that won't give you the runaround, and they are respectful to women — which means a lot if you're a single mom who owns your own house. Two thumbs up.”
“We hired Skip and crew to open up a stairwell in our 1939 Cape Cod. Their bid was competitive and the outcome is terrific! They showed up every day on time, the work was superb, and they cleaned up at the end of each day. The job finished on schedule. Highly recommend.”
“I told Skip I wanted to tear down my old deck and build a new one to Fairfax County code. The result: doubled in size, permitted, and it looks so much better. I'm convinced this well-built deck will be here long after the house falls away. Great job by great people. He's a straight shooter who does great work at a reasonable price — I whole-heartedly recommend Skip's Carpentry.”
“We had at least five bids for a complete remodel of our deck, pergola, and fence. Skip's quote was competitive and actually split into costs for materials and labor — very transparent. Skip is authentic and a straight shooter. One contractor said we needed a complete redo of the frame and posts; Skip disagreed, and it turned out he was right! We're very pleased with the end result.”
“I found Skip on Yelp and called based on the great reviews. I had a buckled board in my entryway. Skip answered my call — on a Sunday, when I expected to leave a message — and came by the next morning. He screwed the board down free of charge. I'm definitely planning on calling him again when we redo our deck next year.”
“Highly recommended. Skip and his crew built a new deck using existing structures and about doubled the size of usable space. The new deck is extremely solid and the finish work beautiful. Price was very competitive.”
“Skip was a breeze to work with on our deck replacement. Like other reviewers have said — he's no nonsense, but honest and forthright. I'd recommend him any day!”
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