What is the scope of the project?

A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.

How involved in the project do I want to be?

Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?

Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.

First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.

Recent projects booked on Porch

Start Date
I'm flexible

Existing deck
Yes

Approximate size of deck to build
500-1000 sq ft

Decking and railing materials
I'm not sure

Deck features
Nothing extra, just the deck

Other deck features
No, thanks, just the deck

Extent of design or prep work
No

Start Date
Within a month

Service requested
Replace deck

Deck removed
No, pro should remove existing deck

Plans, drawings, blueprints
No, but I know what I want

Deck size (SQFT)
250 to 500 square feet

Surface and railing material
Composite, Wood, I'd like a professional recommendation

Structure material
Wood

Structural features
Roof, awnings, other overhead coverings

Supplemental features
Something else

Materials included
No, pro must provide materials

Start Date
Within a month

Type of deck
I'm not sure

Areas of deck to repair
Piers or footings, Structural beams, joists or posts

Deck damage
Foundation post on the side of the deck is broken

Severity of damage
Moderate (the deck is potentially unsafe)

Filing insurance claim
No

Already have deck materials
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them