Custom Decks
Composite and pressure-treated wood decks built to your home, your yard, and your budget. Multi-level builds, wrap-arounds, railings, stairs, and lighting.
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Hickory NC · Catawba · Caldwell · Alexander
Decks Built Right. Calls Returned. Promises Kept.
Composite decks, wood decks, pergolas, and covered porches across the Hickory area — from a crew with 25 years of combined construction experience who believes showing up on time is the bare minimum.
Licensed in NC
Fully Insured
25 Yrs Combined Experience
Financing Available
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What We Build
Three Services. Done Right.
We stay focused on what we're best at: outdoor living spaces that add real value to your home and actually last.
Pergolas
Free-standing and attached pergolas that create shade, structure, and a real outdoor room. Wood, low-maintenance materials, custom sizing.
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Full-roof covered porches and screened-in additions — extend your usable outdoor space through every season, rain or shine.
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25
Years Combined
Who We Are
New to the Area. Not New to the Work.
The Foothills Deck Company are a Hickory-based deck and outdoor living contractor serving Catawba, Caldwell, and Alexander counties. We're a new company in the region — but our crew brings 25 years of combined experience in general construction, home building, and deck carpentry.
We started this company because we kept hearing the same story from homeowners: they'd call three contractors for a deck quote, and one might answer. Maybe one would show up. Rarely did anyone follow up with an actual written estimate. We saw an unmet need here — for a deck builder who treats "responsive, professional, and accountable" as the floor, not the ceiling.
25Yrs Experience
3Counties Served
100%Insured & Licensed
Phone Calls Returned
Same day. Usually within the hour.
Written Estimates
Detailed quotes — no "about this much" guesses.
On-Schedule Builds
We finish when we say we'll finish.
Financing Options
Flexible plans to fit your budget.
Why Homeowners Pick Us
Six Reasons People Keep Calling Us Back
We Actually Answer
Call us and a real person picks up. Leave a voicemail and we call back — same day, usually within the hour.
On-Time Estimates
We book a time, we show up at that time, and you get a written quote — not a guess over the phone.
Licensed & Insured
North Carolina contractor licensing and general liability insurance on every job. Proof provided before work starts.
25 Years of Craft
Combined decades in home construction and deck carpentry — behind every miter, every post, every railing detail.
Fair & Affordable
We price straight. Financing available for builds that need it. No surprise change orders halfway through.
Clean Jobsite
We leave your yard the way we found it — minus the beautiful new deck. Haul-off included.
How It Works
Four Steps. No Guesswork.
1
Free Consultation
Call or request a quote online. We'll schedule a visit within a few days.
2
Written Estimate
On-site measure, materials review, and a clear written quote — usually within 48 hours.
3
Expert Build
Permits pulled, materials ordered, and our crew starts on schedule and stays on schedule.
4
Walkthrough & Warranty
Final walk-through with you, cleanup, and clear warranty paperwork in your hands.
Recent Work
Decks, Pergolas & Porches in the Hickory Area
What Homeowners Are Saying
Real Customers. Real Decks. Real Follow-Through.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Built on responsiveness and craftsmanship across Catawba, Caldwell & Alexander counties.
Built on responsiveness and craftsmanship across Catawba, Caldwell & Alexander counties.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
After calling three other deck builders and getting crickets, The Foothills Deck Company picked up on the first ring and had someone out the next day. That alone made them different.HomeownerHickory, NC · Composite Deck
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
The crew was clean, on time, and the finished deck looks like something out of a magazine. Worth every penny and they worked with us on financing.HomeownerLenoir, NC · Wood Deck & Pergola
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
They built our covered porch in under two weeks, pulled the permit for us, and cleaned up every day. You can tell these guys have been doing construction for years.HomeownerTaylorsville, NC · Covered Porch
Where We Work
Serving the Hickory Metro & Surrounding Counties
We work from our Hickory base across three counties — close enough to be there fast, focused enough to stay on schedule.
Catawba County
- Hickory
- Conover
- Newton
- Claremont
- Maiden
- Catawba
- Long View
Caldwell County
- Lenoir
- Hudson
- Granite Falls
- Sawmills
- Cajah's Mountain
- Gamewell
Alexander County
- Taylorsville
- Bethlehem
- Stony Point
- Hiddenite
- Ellendale
Questions Homeowners Ask
Frequently Asked Questions
Real answers to the things people actually want to know before they sign with a deck contractor.
Who is the best deck builder in Hickory NC?
The Foothills Deck Company are a licensed and insured deck builder based in Hickory, NC, with 25 years of combined experience in deck building and home construction. We serve Catawba, Caldwell, and Alexander counties, and we built this company specifically to fix the responsiveness gap homeowners keep complaining about. Call us directly at 828-471-7706.
How much does a new deck cost in Hickory NC?
The Foothills Deck Company build decks in Hickory NC that typically run $20–$40 per square foot for pressure-treated wood and $45–$80 per square foot for composite materials. Final pricing depends on size, materials, railings, stairs, and site prep. We provide free written estimates with no pressure and no high-sales tactics.
Are you licensed and insured in North Carolina?
Yes. The Foothills Deck Company carry North Carolina contractor licensing and general liability insurance. We can provide proof of both before any project begins — it's one of the questions every homeowner should ask every contractor, and we're happy to answer it up front.
Do you offer free estimates in Catawba County?
Yes. The Foothills Deck Company offer free, no-obligation estimates throughout Catawba, Caldwell, and Alexander counties. We show up when we say we will, measure on-site, and provide a written quote within 48 hours — because we know how rare that's become.
Do you offer financing for deck projects?
Yes. The Foothills Deck Company work with homeowners to find financing options that fit the project budget, including flexible payment plans. Ask us during your free estimate and we'll walk you through the options available for your build — no obligation.
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No pressure. No sales pitch. Just a straight answer on what your deck will cost.
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Most residential deck projects from The Foothills Deck Company take 1–3 weeks from start to finish, depending on size, permits, and material lead times. We provide a firm timeline with your written estimate and keep you updated throughout the build.
Do I need a permit to build a deck in Hickory?
In most cases, yes. The City of Hickory and Catawba County require building permits for attached decks and any deck over 30 inches above grade. The Foothills Deck Company handle permit pulls as part of our standard service so you don't have to navigate the paperwork.
What's the difference between composite and wood decking?
The Foothills Deck Company build both. Pressure-treated wood is more affordable up front but needs regular staining and sealing. Composite decking (Trex, TimberTech, Deckorators) costs more initially but requires almost no maintenance and typically lasts 25–30 years. We'll help you pick the right option for your home, your climate, and your budget.
Can you build a covered porch onto my existing deck?
Yes. The Foothills Deck Company regularly convert existing decks into covered porches or screened-in rooms. We'll inspect the existing structure first, reinforce whatever's needed to carry a roof load, and tie the new roofline cleanly into your home.
What makes The Foothills Deck Company different from other deck builders in the area?
The Foothills Deck Company answer the phone, show up when scheduled, and finish what we start. We're new to the Hickory area as a dedicated deck company, but we bring 25 years of combined construction experience. We started this company because too many homeowners kept telling us the same story: they couldn't get a contractor to call back or show up. We saw that as an opportunity to do it right.
What counties do you serve?
The Foothills Deck Company serve Catawba County, Caldwell County, and Alexander County — including Hickory, Conover, Newton, Claremont, Maiden, Lenoir, Hudson, Granite Falls, Sawmills, Taylorsville, Bethlehem, and surrounding communities.
Do you build pergolas and pavilions?
Yes. The Foothills Deck Company design and build custom pergolas, pavilions, and shade structures throughout the Hickory area. We offer free-standing and attached options in cedar, pressure-treated wood, and low-maintenance composite or aluminum materials.
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