How long does a typical deck project take?

One reviewer received a quote within 2 days and had their project completed in 10 days. Another mentions they provided daily schedules and updates throughout the job.

What materials do they work with?

Their website lists Douglas fir, Western red cedar, ipe, thermally modified wood, and pressure-treated lumber. They also offer limestone pavers, stonework, steel components, and outdoor bathing fixtures like saunas and hot tubs.

Do they do design consultations or just build what you ask?

Multiple reviews note that John offers creative design input and helps customers think through the space, use, and integration with the home, beyond just executing a given plan.

BigDecks

Updated 2026-07-08 · 2,223 reviewed · 200 listed · Scored from 14 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(14) 78 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified Publishes prices

Landscape Design & Installation

Service: Landscape Design & Installation
Reviews: 14

What recent reviews say

All 14 reviews are five-star. Customers consistently highlight John's design eye, thoughtful consultation that goes beyond the initial brief, and the team's attention to detail. Douglas fir builds and thick boards earn repeated praise for quality you can feel. The experience extends beyond the finished deck: project management software with photos, daily updates, clean job sites, and a crew that feels invested in the outcome. Reviewers name individual team members (John, Eduardo, Bernardo, Gifford, Armando) and describe genuine relationships and pride in the work.

Praised for

design consultation and creative input
material quality and craftsmanship
responsive communication and updates
smooth project experience
team personality and care

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Best for: Homeowners seeking design partnership, not just construction; customers who value craftsmanship and communication.

Strengths

Design-forward consultation that shapes the vision
Premium material selection (Douglas fir, Western red cedar, ipe)
Transparent project tracking and daily updates
Named crew members known by customers

Worth knowing

John leads design and consultation; Eduardo, Bernardo, Gifford, and Armando are core crew members
Project management software tracks progress with daily photos and customer communication
Materials include Douglas fir, Western red cedar, ipe, thermally modified wood, and pressure-treated lumber
Custom and standard deck options; also builds pergolas, awnings, saunas, cold plunges, limestone hardscape, steel fencing and metalwork
Job sites kept clean; multiple reviews note two-day quotes and 10-day turnarounds

What reviews say by service

Landscape Design & Installation: Customers consistently praise John's design input and creative vision for transforming outdoor spaces.
Hardscaping, Patios & Retaining Walls: Team executes patio and hardscape work with high craftsmanship; limestone and steel elements mentioned as stunning.

How it compares

Rated 5 against a 4.72 average across the 148 landscape design & installation businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 48% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Our Rubric

Star rating 88

Review volume 51

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 81

Profile completeness 75

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

Common questions

How long does a typical deck project take?: One reviewer received a quote within 2 days and had their project completed in 10 days. Another mentions they provided daily schedules and updates throughout the job.
What materials do they work with?: Their website lists Douglas fir, Western red cedar, ipe, thermally modified wood, and pressure-treated lumber. They also offer limestone pavers, stonework, steel components, and outdoor bathing fixtures like saunas and hot tubs.
Do they do design consultations or just build what you ask?: Multiple reviews note that John offers creative design input and helps customers think through the space, use, and integration with the home, beyond just executing a given plan.

Contact

Phone: +1512-351-7890
Website: https://www.bigdecks.co/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gbp

Last verified 2026-07-08

Opening hours

Monday: 08:00-18:30
Tuesday: 08:00-18:30
Wednesday: 08:00-18:30
Thursday: 08:00-18:30
Friday: 08:00-18:30
Saturday: 09:00-13:00
Sunday: Closed

As listed on Google.

From their website

Services listed

Custom decks in Douglas fir, Western red cedar, ipe, or thermally modified woodPressure-treated deck buildsOutdoor bathing (saunas, cold plunges, hot tubs, copper outdoor showers)Wood and steel fencingWelding and metalworkCarpentryLandscape and hardscapeStandard decks

Published prices

Standard Decks: From $32 / sq ft installed
12 x 12 ground level deck (144 sq ft): From $4,600
12 x 16 ground level deck (192 sq ft): From $6,100
16 x 20 ground level deck (320 sq ft): From $10,200
Finishing and color: From $575
Pine railing: $55 per ft

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

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