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Video guides

Composite vs Wood Decks in Ohio

Why Ohio freeze and thaw is hard on a deck, why footings go below the frost line, and how composite and wood compare on upkeep and upfront cost.

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Chapters

  1. 0:00 Deck builders in Dayton, Ohio: Dayton Custom Decks
  2. 0:07 Why Ohio freeze and thaw is hard on a deck
  3. 0:16 Footings below the frost line
  4. 0:24 Composite vs wood decking (Trex, TimberTech, cedar)
  5. 0:39 Permits, inspections and a written scope
  6. 0:50 Where we build: Dayton and the Miami Valley
  7. 0:56 Book a free on-site estimate

Transcript

0:00 Deck builders in Dayton, Ohio: Dayton Custom Decks

Looking for deck builders in Dayton, Ohio? At Dayton Custom Decks, we design and build custom decks for homes across the Miami Valley.

0:07 Why Ohio freeze and thaw is hard on a deck

Ohio weather is hard on a deck. Every winter the ground freezes, thaws, and freezes again, and that movement is what pulls a deck out of level.

0:16 Footings below the frost line

So every post we set lands on a poured footing below the frost line. It's the part you never see, and it's the part that matters most.

0:24 Composite vs wood decking (Trex, TimberTech, cedar)

Then you pick the surface. Composite boards from brands like Trex and TimberTech need very little upkeep, year after year. Real wood costs less up front and looks great, with regular sealing. We'll walk you through both, honestly.

0:39 Permits, inspections and a written scope

We pull the permit, meet the inspector, and hand you the signed card. And before anybody swings a hammer, you get the materials, the framing plan, the timeline, and the price. All in writing.

0:50 Where we build: Dayton and the Miami Valley

We build in Dayton, Oakwood, Kettering, Centerville, Beavercreek, and Springboro.

0:56 Book a free on-site estimate

Ready for a deck that's built for Ohio winters? Book your free on-site estimate at daytoncustomdecks.com. Dayton Custom Decks. Built right, from the ground up.

Dayton Custom Decks, 130 W 2nd St, Dayton, OH 45402, (326) 239-5578.

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How Much Does a Custom Deck Cost in Dayton, OH? (2026 Price Breakdown)

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Do You Need a Permit to Build a Deck in Dayton, Ohio?

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Trex vs TimberTech: Which Composite Decking is Best for Ohio Weather?

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Custom Deck vs Screened Porch: Which Adds More Home Value?

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