Decks and Railings
Decks and railings for lake views
Decks built with corrosion-resistant fasteners and hardware, and railing options such as aluminum that keep the view open while meeting code.
Deck and railing installation
General contractor Hendersonville TN for lake-area homes
Old Hickory Lake shapes life in Hendersonville, and it shapes how outdoor structures should be built. As a general contractor Hendersonville TN homeowners call for lake-area projects, we design decks, porches and railings for the moisture and the views.
Sumner County
Outdoor living built for the lake
Hendersonville is the largest city in Sumner County, and much of it sits along the shoreline and coves of Old Hickory Lake. For many homeowners here, the deck or screened porch is where they spend most of their time from spring through fall.
Working as a general contractor Hendersonville TN homeowners call, we focus on outdoor structures that hold up to lake-area conditions: decks and railings built for persistent humidity, screened porches that keep the insects out, and walkways and patios that drain properly.
We also install holiday lighting across Hendersonville each winter, and take on fencing, concrete and remodel work for homes throughout the city.
Our general contractor Hendersonville TN services
Lakefront or a few streets back, homeowners mostly come to our general contractor Hendersonville TN crew for the following.
General Construction
Screened porches
Screened porches let you enjoy evenings near the water with fewer insects. We frame them to the existing house and roofline, with screening sized for the openings.
Porch construction and remodels
Holiday Lighting
Holiday lighting, start to finish
Roofline, tree and walkway lighting designed for your home, maintained through the season, and taken down and stored afterward.
Residential holiday lighting
Concrete and Masonry
Patios and walkways
Patios at the base of a deck and walkways down to the yard, graded so water drains away from the house.
Patios and decorative concrete
Fences
Fencing
Ornamental aluminum to preserve views, and wood privacy fencing for back yards away from the water.
Aluminum and wood fencesLocal Considerations
What lake-area construction requires
Building near Old Hickory Lake brings a few considerations most inland projects do not have.
01
Moisture and hardware
High humidity near the water speeds up corrosion and rot. We use hardware and fasteners rated for treated lumber and exterior exposure, and we leave ventilation under the deck so the framing can dry out.
02
Keeping the view
On a lake-facing deck, the railing sits directly in your line of sight. We plan railing style, post spacing and deck height around the view you want to keep, not just around the code minimums.
03
Slopes down to the water
Lots that fall toward the lake often need elevated decks and longer stair runs. Footings are placed and sized for the slope and for soil that may stay wet for long periods.
04
City permits
Decks, porches and other structures typically require a permit from the City of Hendersonville. We handle the permitting process and inspections as part of the project.
Why Pure Build
Why Hendersonville homeowners choose Pure Build Construction
We are a licensed, insured, locally owned general contractor Hendersonville TN homeowners use across Sumner County. They value us for:
Materials chosen for the setting
We recommend lumber, composite, railings and hardware based on how close you are to the water and how much maintenance you want.
Year-round service
Decks and porches in warm months, holiday lighting in winter. One company you already know for both.
Follow-through
Our Google reviews describe a crew that returns to make things right and a company that keeps you informed.
FAQ
Hendersonville homeowner FAQs
What is the best decking material near Old Hickory Lake?
Composite decking resists moisture and does not need regular staining, which makes it a good fit near the water. Treated wood is less expensive initially but requires more upkeep in a humid setting. We will price both for your project.
Can you replace an old deck that faces the lake?
Yes. We inspect the existing framing and footings first. If the structure is sound we can resurface it with new boards and railings; if moisture has damaged it, we rebuild with materials better suited to the setting.
When should I book holiday lighting in Hendersonville?
Earlier is better. Fall schedules fill quickly, so contacting us in September or October gives you the most choice of installation dates.
Will aluminum railings block my view?
Less than most alternatives. Aluminum balusters are much slimmer than typical wood ones, so they interrupt the view far less while still meeting code spacing.
Hendersonville, TN
Plan your Hendersonville deck, porch or display
Tell us about your property and what you would like to build or light. Our general contractor Hendersonville TN team will visit, look at the site and the slope, and send a written estimate.
Or call 615-864-2014