Cheltenham, PA / Montgomery County

Deck Building in Cheltenham, PA

New deck, new boards on an old frame, or railings that wobble, we come out, measure, check the frame and footings, and leave you a written estimate. It's free.

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Cheltenham, PA

Decks in Cheltenham: the short version

Dynasty Construction & Roofing builds and restores decks in Cheltenham and across Cheltenham Township, in Trex and TimberTech composite or wood. We're based in Warminster and licensed in Pennsylvania (PA215236). A deck starts with a Zoning Determination Request, which can take 15 to 30 days. Call (267) 270-0791.

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Permits

Zoning comes first in Cheltenham

Cheltenham Township requires a permit for decks, and it starts with a Zoning Determination Request. Staff check coverage, impervious surface and setbacks on a sketch plan, and the zoning letter can take 15 to 30 days.

Cheltenham Township

Permit office
Building, Zoning & Codes, 8230 Old York Road
Deck permits
Required, starting with a Zoning Determination Request
Zoning review
Coverage, impervious surface and setbacks, on a sketch plan
Earth disturbance
Over 250 square feet triggers its own review

Local decks

What we look for on Cheltenham decks

Cheltenham Village is old and tight, with a lot of attached houses. Fitting a deck takes some planning.

  • Two views side by side: new deck framing and joists before the boards go down, and a finished grey composite deck with white and black railings

    Footings and frame

    Footings have to sit below the frost line, at the depth the township's code sets. A footing above it heaves every winter and takes the deck with it. On an older deck, that's the first thing we check.

  • Weathered wood deck boards with moss and worn stain beside the back of a house

    Twins and row homes

    About a third of Cheltenham Village homes are attached. On those, there isn't much room between the deck and the property line, and the township checks setbacks before anything gets built.

  • Deck resurfaced with brown composite boards and new white railings

    Composite or wood

    Trex and TimberTech boards don't rot, splinter or need staining, and they cost more up front. Pressure-treated wood costs less and needs sealing every couple of years. Either way, the frame underneath is treated lumber built to code. We'll price both if you want to compare.

Frame first

Repair or replace? We look underneath first

Most tired decks don't need tearing out. We check the frame, the footings and where the deck attaches to the house. If those are sound, new boards and railings usually do the job for a lot less than a new deck. If the frame is rotten, new boards on top won't fix it, and we'll tell you.

How a Cheltenham deck job goes

  1. Free estimate

    We measure, look at what's there now, and check the frame and footings.

  2. Written estimate

    Boards, railings, framing and footings, each on paper, so you can see where the money goes.

  3. Permits

    We draw the sketch plan, file the Zoning Determination Request early, then the building permit.

  4. The build

    Footings go below the frost line at the depth your township sets, the frame goes up to code in treated lumber, and then the boards, stairs and railings.

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  • martin smithCheltenham, Pennsylvania

    I live in Cheltenham PA, and Dynasty Construction & Roofing recently installed my new roof. I have nothing but great things to say about my experience with them! From start to finish, Jack keep me update with the pictures from the drone view and the entire team was professional, efficient, and completely transparent throughout the whole process. They took the time to explain everything thoroughly, answered all of my questions, and made sure I knew exactly what to expect every step of the way. I would absolutely recommend Dynasty Construction & Roofing to anyone looking for a reliable, trustworthy, and reasonably priced roofing company. I couldn't be happier with the entire experience!

  • Mirjeta GashiGoogle review

    Replacing a roof isn't something you do everyday. But in doing so you want to make sure you have someone knowledgeable, trustworthy, and efficient. When I met Rich and Jack from Dynasty Construction & Rofing they made me feel comfortable immediately. I knew they knew their stuff and they handled everything for me. I didn't have time to worry or doubt because their confidence and professionalism surpassed all my expectations. Jack walked me through everything step by step and answered any questions or concerns patiently. I definitely recommend them because they definitely have your best interest in mind.

  • Smokey IGoogle review

    I recently hired Dynasty Construction & Roofing to take care of some issues with my roof, including replacing missing shingles and recapping my chimney, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the experience. From the start, they were responsive, professional, and easy to work with. They clearly explained the scope of work, provided a fair estimate, and showed up on time ready to get the job done. The quality of their workmanship really stood out and everything was completed with attention to detail, and you can tell they take pride in what they do. The new shingles blend in perfectly with the existing roof, and the chimney recap was done cleanly and securely. They also made sure to clean up thoroughly after the job, which I really appreciated.

Price

What a new deck costs in Cheltenham

We don't price decks over the phone. Composite costs more up front than wood, and a deck up on posts costs more than one near the ground. What moves the number is the size, the height, the boards you pick, the railings and stairs, and whether the frame underneath can stay.

Composite costs more on day one and a lot less every summer after. Wood costs less to build and needs sealing every couple of years. We'll price both if you want to compare.

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Cheltenham

Questions about decks in Cheltenham

Do I need a permit for a deck in Cheltenham?

Yes. Decks are on the township's permit list, and they start with a Zoning Determination Request. The zoning letter can take 15 to 30 days, so we file early.

What is the earth disturbance review?

If a project disturbs more than 250 square feet of ground, Cheltenham can require an Earth Disturbance Permit too. A big deck with a lot of footings can hit that.

How deep do deck footings go?

Below the frost line, at the depth your township's code sets. A footing that sits above it moves every winter, and the deck moves with it.

Trex or TimberTech, which is better?

Both make good composite boards. The difference is mostly the color range, the board profiles and the price of the line you choose. We go through the options with you at the estimate.

Should I repair my deck or replace it?

Look underneath before you decide. If the frame and footings are sound, new boards and railings usually do the job for a lot less than a new deck. If the frame is rotten, new boards on top won't fix it.

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Thinking about a new deck?

We'll come out, measure, check what's there now and leave you a written estimate. It costs nothing and you don't have to book anything. If the frame is sound and only the boards are tired, we'll tell you that.

Get a Free Deck EstimateOr call (267) 270-0791, answered 24 hours. PA License PA215236.