Custom wood deck
builders in NJ —
$1,000 off this season.
Real wood, built to last. Pressure-treated, cedar, and mahogany decks framed to NJ code with hidden fasteners and a clean, finished edge — by one family crew, never subcontracted. Classic warmth, expert build.
- 50+ Years in Business
- Free On-Site Estimates
- Locally Owned & Operated
- Licensed & Insured
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Our crew, mid-buildA Word From The Owner
Real wood, built the old-school way
“There's nothing like a real wood deck done right — tight joints, a clean fascia, fasteners you don't see. We frame it heavy, seal the cut ends, and finish the edges by hand. That's us in the photo, building it ourselves. No subs, no shortcuts, just craftsmanship that lasts.”
— Sam, Owner
1972
Since
5.0★
Rated
Owner
Supervised
Local
& Family
What We Build
Wood decks & outdoor living
From a classic pressure-treated grill deck to a rich mahogany outdoor room with a pergola, railings, and a patio below — one family crew handles every part so it all matches and all lasts.
Cedar, mahogany & PT wood
Pressure-treated for value, cedar for warmth, mahogany and ipe for a premium hardwood finish — framed and sealed to last in our climate.
Hidden fasteners & clean edge
Concealed fastening, finished fascia, and a picture-frame border for a deck that looks built by craftsmen, not screwed together.
Over-built, code-correct frame
Heavy pressure-treated framing, correct joist spacing, and a flashed ledger so water never reaches your house.
Sealed against rot
Every cut end gets sealed and the frame is detailed to shed water — the small steps that add years to a wood deck.
Stain & finish your way
Wood can be finished to any color and refreshed down the road — we'll set you up with the right initial seal or stain.
Matching railings & stairs
Wood, aluminum, or cable railing systems plus custom steps and landings, all from the same crew, all to code.
In Depth
Why a real wood deck still wins for a lot of NJ homes
Composite gets the headlines, but real wood is still the right call for plenty of New Jersey homeowners — and not just on price. Pressure-treated lumber remains the most cost-effective way to add a solid, code-built deck. Cedar brings natural warmth, a tight grain, and built-in rot resistance. Mahogany (and other hardwoods like ipe) deliver a rich, premium look and exceptional density that holds up beautifully. Wood also stays cooler underfoot than many composites and can be refinished to any color down the road.
The trade-off is honest maintenance: a wood deck wants cleaning and re-sealing or staining every couple of years to stay its best and resist the moisture, UV, and freeze-thaw cycles we get here. Done on schedule, that upkeep is straightforward and the deck lasts decades. We'll walk you through exactly what each species needs so there are no surprises — and we build the structure to make that upkeep easy.
Where we earn our keep is the build itself. We frame heavy and to NJ code, space and flash the ledger so water never reaches your house, seal every cut end against rot, and use hidden-fastener and finished-fascia details so you get a clean, premium edge instead of a field of exposed screws. Cedar and mahogany in particular reward careful fastening and pre-drilling — the kind of patient work a rushed crew skips.
Father & Sons has built decks across North Jersey since 1972. Every wood deck is owner-supervised, built by the same family crew that quotes it, permitted, and inspected — with a written price that doesn't move. Take $1,000 off a new wood deck; call for a free on-site measure.
Recent Work — Real Photos
One deck. Every angle.
A recent build by our family crew — from bare frame to drone-shot finish. No stock photos, no stage sets.
The Result
Every DetailThe BuildMaterials & Brands
Cedar, mahogany & the wood that lasts in NJ
We build with every real-wood decking option sold in New Jersey — and we'll tell you straight which species fits your budget, your maintenance appetite, and the look you're after.
Cedar Decking
Naturally rot-resistant, light, and warm with a tight grain — a classic, comfortable real-wood deck.
Mahogany & Ipe Hardwood
Dense premium hardwoods with a rich color and exceptional longevity for a high-end wood deck.
Pressure-Treated Lumber
The most cost-effective, code-built option — a solid, long-lasting deck at the best price point.
How It Works
From quote to backyard
A simple, honest process — and the same owner-supervised family crew from the first measurement to the final walkthrough.
Free On-Site Estimate
We come measure, talk materials and budget, and give you a clear written quote — no pressure, no gimmicks, no surprise charges later.
Design & Permits
We finalize the layout and handle the entire township permit process so your deck is engineered and 100% to NJ code.
We Build It
An owner-supervised family crew builds your deck — clean job site, honest timeline, the same people start to finish. Then a final walkthrough.
The family guarantee
Call (201) 790-3303The price is the price
Your written quote is what you pay. No change-order games, no surprise charges on the final bill.
No subcontractors. Ever.
The crew that shows up is our family crew — the same faces every day, with the owner on site.
Permits & code handled
We pull the township permits and build to NJ code, so your deck passes inspection the first time.
A clean site, every night
Tools packed, debris hauled, yard respected. You'd barely know we were there — until the deck is.
What Neighbors Say
Trusted across North Jersey
“Professional from start to finish. They showed up when they said they would, kept the site spotless, and the deck looks incredible. We use it every single night now.”
“They stuck to the quote — no surprise charges — and actually finished ahead of schedule. The framing and railing work is clearly a notch above what I'd seen from other quotes.”
“I didn't want the cheapest quote, I wanted it done right. Father & Sons gave me straightforward pricing and delivered exactly the deck they promised. Worth it.”
Service Area
Building decks across
Northern New Jersey
Based in Paramus— if you're within an hour of us, we've probably already built on your street. Free on-site estimates in all twelve counties.
- Bergen County
- Passaic County
- Essex County
- Morris County
- Union County
- Hudson County
- Middlesex County
- Somerset County
- Sussex County
- Warren County
- Hunterdon County
- Monmouth County
$1,000 off
One call and we'll come measure — free, no obligation.
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Common Questions
Custom Wood Decks FAQs
Straight answers, no sales scripts. Anything else — just call.
Call (201) 790-3303How much does a wood deck cost in NJ?
Pressure-treated wood is the most affordable way to build a solid deck; cedar and mahogany cost more for the look and longevity. Final price depends on size, height, railings, and species. We give free, detailed written estimates — no financing markups — and you can take $1,000 off projects over $15,000.
Cedar vs. mahogany vs. pressure-treated — which should I pick?
Pressure-treated is the value choice and very durable. Cedar adds natural warmth and built-in rot resistance at a mid price. Mahogany and ipe are dense premium hardwoods with the richest look and longest life. We'll match the species to your budget, look, and how much upkeep you want to do.
How much maintenance does a wood deck need?
Plan on a cleaning and a re-seal or re-stain roughly every 2 years to keep wood looking its best and resist NJ's moisture and freeze-thaw. Done on schedule it's simple, and a well-built wood deck lasts decades. We'll set you up with the right starting finish.
How long does a wood deck last?
With proper sealing and upkeep, a code-built cedar or hardwood deck commonly lasts 20–30+ years; pressure-treated is similar with maintenance. The frame is what matters most — we over-build and flash it so the structure outlasts the surface.
Will the wood crack, warp, or splinter?
Any wood moves with the seasons, but careful species selection, pre-drilling, hidden fasteners, sealing the cut ends, and a flat, well-spaced frame keep movement minimal and the surface smooth. That careful build is exactly what separates our decks from a rushed install.
Can you build a wood deck and stain it for me?
Yes — we can apply the initial seal or stain in the color you want once the deck is built and the wood is ready to take finish, so you get a complete, finished deck from one crew.
Do you pull the permits?
Yes — we handle the entire township permit and inspection process so your wood deck is engineered and fully compliant with NJ building code. You don't touch any paperwork.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes — a fully licensed, bonded, and insured NJ home improvement contractor, family-owned and operating since 1972 out of North Jersey.
More Outdoor Living
Everything we build outside
Custom Wood Decksacross Northern & Central NJ
Father & Sons NJ Construction has been a family-owned home improvement contractor in Paramus, NJ since 1972. Our deck crew handles custom wood decks— permits pulled, framed to NJ building code, and finished by the same family crew that gave you the estimate. No subcontractors, no surprise charges, and a written quote that doesn't move.
We work throughout Wayne, Clifton, North Haledon, Ridgewood, Paramus, Mahwah, Wyckoff, Fair Lawn, Montclair, Livingston, West Orange, Morristown, Denville, Chatham, Randolph, Westfield, Cranford, Summit, Edison, Bridgewater, Freehold, and the surrounding towns across Bergen, Passaic, Essex, Morris, Union, Hudson, Middlesex, Somerset, Sussex, Warren, Hunterdon and Monmouth Counties. Call (201) 790-3303 for a free on-site estimate — or see the full deck builder page here.
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Father & Sons NJ Construction · NJ License #13VH10583600 · Paramus, NJ · Family-owned since 1972 · Full site