It is without hesitation that I would recommend Houston Deck and Shade for all deck projects, big or small. We had a deck on the back of our house that was approaching 20 years in age. It was made of wood, in poor condition, and had deteriorated with the passage of time. After several repairs and regular coats of deck stain, it was time for a replacement. We contacted Houston Deck and Shade, and they promptly came out and provided a competitive bid. Loren was professional, thorough, and respectful of our time as he spent a great deal of time understanding our needs and deck requirements. He then prepared a sketch and provided an estimated cost, which was reasonable and consistent with other project bids. The demolition started a few weeks later, and our new deck was completed another week later. We opted for the Trex decking material, and we’re pleased with that decision. It’s beautiful, sturdy, and looks much easier to maintain than your average wood deck. We also appreciate that both Houston Deck and Shade and Trex stand behind their product. This peace of mind is important.
As for the construction of the deck, this is where Houston Deck and Shade excels and sets themselves apart from other decking contractors. Their personnel is top shelf. Paul, who was our primary project supervisor and who was present every day to coordinate and perform work, was the ultimate professional. He communicated throughout the construction process, was always on time with the crew, and was respectful of our property and schedule. Paul and his team worked efficiently, cleaned up every day, and demonstrated a commitment to the end product meeting or exceeding our expectations. Paul and Jose make a great team, and they seem to genuinely care about the work they’re performing. (Having hired many contractors for various projects over the years, this is unfortunately not always the case.)
Attention to details is an important criteria for me, particularly when adding a large deck and making a significant investment for your property. Houston Deck and Shade understood this and made certain that their entire team did the same. If you’re interested in adding or replacing a deck, you’d be remiss to not give Houston Deck and Shade an opportunity for your business. This company is well-run, performs work on budget and on time, and is staffed with talented and skilled professionals who are craftsmen committed to your project. Every interaction we had with Houston Deck and Shade (from Loren to Bonnie to Jim to Paul to Jose) was clear, friendly, and timely. Thanks Houston Deck and Shade!
