Deck Builder in Harrisburg, PA
See the decks UDA Services has built in Harrisburg and its suburbs below. About 80 percent of our work is in and around Harrisburg, south of our Lykens office. We build composite, wood and PVC decks for city lots and suburban yards alike.
This composite deck pairs brown decking with a white railing.
PA Home Improvement Contractor registration PA144609Fully insuredWorkmanship covered for one yearServing Central Pennsylvania since 2018
What Does a Deck Builder in Harrisburg Build?
A deck builder in Harrisburg designs and builds decks for city homes and the townships around them. UDA Services builds new decks, replaces old ones and adds railings and stairs across the area. Harrisburg is the capital of Pennsylvania and the seat of Dauphin County. About 50,000 people live in the city itself, by the 2020 Census, and many more in the townships around it. Board choices from composite to PVC sit on our deck builder in Central PA page.
Which Harrisburg Neighborhoods and Suburbs Does UDA Services Serve?
Harrisburg decks go up in two settings: city neighborhoods and the townships around the city. We build in both. City neighborhoods include Uptown, Midtown, Shipoke and Bellevue Park. To the east and north lie Susquehanna Township, Lower Paxton Township with Colonial Park, and Swatara Township. Across the river sit Camp Hill and the West Shore, where we have built too. Several of our deck photos come from jobs near Colonial Park and inside the city.
How Do Deck Permits Work in Harrisburg?
A deck permit in the Harrisburg area comes from the municipality where the house stands. Inside the city that is the City of Harrisburg, and in the suburbs it is the township. The forms, fees and inspection steps therefore differ between the city and, for example, Lower Paxton or Susquehanna Township. UDA Services applies for the permit wherever the deck is built. Suburban neighborhoods with an HOA may need its approval too, which we help with. Where the house stands decides the permit office.
| Where the house is | For example | Permit from |
|---|---|---|
| Inside the city | Uptown, Midtown, Shipoke, Bellevue Park | the City of Harrisburg |
| East and north of the city | Susquehanna, Lower Paxton (with Colonial Park) and Swatara Townships | that township |
| Across the river | Camp Hill | the Borough of Camp Hill |
Which Deck Designs Suit Harrisburg Homes?
Deck design in Harrisburg follows the lot, from narrow city yards to wide suburban lots. These four designs come from decks we have built around the city. Each one answers a different lot.
- A covered wood deck with black aluminum railings gives shade off the back door.
- A three-level deck stacks its landings on posts behind a city house.
- A raised deck with long stairs reaches a high back door.
- A gray deck with white railings and black balusters suits a two-story house.
Height options are on our page of raised and second-story decks.
How Does a Harrisburg Deck Project Run From Visit to Build?
A Harrisburg deck project runs in five steps, from the first call to the last board. The visit and the written estimate cost nothing. The five steps run in this order.
- Call (717) 497-9398 or send the form with your street and town.
- Show us the yard and the back door at a free site visit.
- Approve the deck plan, drawn in-house for a deck.
- Read the written estimate with its payment terms.
- Let us file the permit with the city or your township, then build.
The permit office is the one difference between a city deck and a suburban one.
How Long Does a Deck Take in Harrisburg?
A Harrisburg deck typically takes one to two weeks once the permit is in hand, the same as anywhere we work. City lots with tight access can add time for carrying materials in. These times run from the start of work to the finished deck.
What Does a Deck Cost in Harrisburg?
Installed decks run $25 to $80 per square foot by board material, in HomeGuide's national figures. A Harrisburg deck is priced on the same factors as any deck: size, height and material. The free site visit and written estimate are the same in the city as in the suburbs. Local permit fees vary by municipality and are part of the estimate. Prices by deck size and board material are on our deck installation cost page.
Which Deck Builder Should Harrisburg Homeowners Hire in Central PA?
Harrisburg homeowners should hire a deck builder who already works in Harrisburg and knows its permit offices. Most UDA Services projects are in and around the city. Four more reasons back that choice for a Harrisburg deck.
- UDA Services is a registered PA Home Improvement Contractor, PA144609, and carries full insurance on its decks.
- Our crews have built about 310 projects since 2018.
- Our workmanship is covered for one year.
- Customers rate UDA Services 4.9 out of 5 from 43 Google reviews.
We recently had a new deck constructed by UDA Services. From start to finish it was a streamline, wonderful experience. Jake had helpful tips for choosing materials. They quickly set a date to do the project and the team had our new deck done in two days. They were professional and focused getting the deck built and cleaned up the area. Love our new deck. Highly recommend UDA Services.
We recently needed two small decks for my mom's new home. UDA Services did a great job! They were timely, efficient, friendly and helpful. My mother is very happy with her new decks. We would definitely work with UDA Services again for any projects. Highly recommend Jake and his team.
Highest quality craftsmanship - Our relationship with UDA started with the purchase of a large shed. They handled the full project including the custom build, 6' of fill, rock leveling, delivery, and landing. The shed arrived on time, at the quoted price, and they used a remote controlled tugger for the installation in a very tight spot, perfectly located. The shed build is of the finest quality, a beautiful addition to our property, value added. I liked the color of the stain so much, I asked if they could stain my cedar sided house to match it, our next UDA job. UDA stained our house and it is spectacular. They properly scraped and prepped the entire 2-1/2 story house by hand using attention to detail and precise replacement techniques to the existing siding where needed. This house has never looked so good. Because of their service, craftsmanship, and prompt service on those 2 projects, I asked UDA if they could replace our decks. As with the other 2 projects, they got right on it and scheduled the work. The fully consulted me at every step of the process choosing the design and materials, no over salesmanship, just honest suggestions and help with accomplishing the mission. The deck installation went perfectly with the same quality of workmanship and materials, timeliness, and budget adherence I've come to know with UDA. It's obvious we are totally satisfied the UDA's quality, attention to detail, level of skill, prompt service, courtesy, there's just too much good to say to cover the experience adequately. If you need quality work done with professionalism, courtesy, and craftsmanship that surpasses other service providers, UDA is it, they get it done...
What Else Do Harrisburg Homeowners Ask About Decks?
Harrisburg homeowners also ask about small city yards and other projects. Two short answers follow.
Can a Deck Fit a Small City Yard?
Yes, a small deck or a ground-level deck can fit a narrow city yard. One reviewer needed "two small decks" for a parent's new home, and we built both.
Does UDA Services Build Other Projects in Harrisburg?
Yes, we also build porches, patios, garages and additions in Harrisburg. Each is designed and built by the same team. See our page for a general contractor in Harrisburg.
- PA Home Improvement Contractor registration PA144609
- Fully insured
- Workmanship covered for one year
- Serving Central Pennsylvania since 2018