Deck builders in Rochester
New decks, rebuilds and railings for homes across Olmsted County’s largest city.
Rochester had 121,395 residents at the 2020 census and is the seat of Olmsted County. The South Fork of the Zumbro River runs through it, and after a major flood in 1978 the city carried out a large flood-control project along its rivers and creeks. We connect Rochester homeowners with independent deck builders for new decks, rebuilds, composite surfaces, railings and covered decks.
What Rochester homes are like
The city counted 53,210 housing units in 2020 and has kept growing since. Older neighborhoods near downtown and around Silver Lake mix early-1900s houses with postwar homes, and many have small or aging decks. Newer subdivisions on the north, west and south sides have more split-levels and walkouts, where a deck off the main floor can sit high above the yard and a two-level design works well.
Common Rochester requests
- Rebuilding decks from the 1980s and 1990s with shallow footings
- Composite resurfacing on solid frames
- Tall decks with landings on walkout lots
- Pergolas and roofs for south- and west-facing decks
Permits in the city
Rochester Building Safety reviews deck permits through the city's online CitizenAccess portal. The city's deck handout says every attached deck needs a permit, freestanding decks need one at 30 inches or more above grade, and fees are based on the value of the work (for do-it-yourself projects, valuation is double the materials cost). Setbacks come from the city's zoning rules; Community Development answers zoning questions at 507-328-2600.
Common questions
Do you connect homeowners across Rochester?
Yes, anywhere in the city. Call with your address and we will pass it to a deck contractor who works there.
How long do deck inspections take to schedule in Rochester?
The city handout says inspections are usually scheduled for the next business day, and booking more than a day ahead helps avoid delays.
Deck work in Rochester
- New deck constructionAttached or freestanding decks on 42-inch footings, sized for Minnesota snow and the way your family uses the yard.
- Composite and low-maintenance deckingCapped composite, PVC and aluminum options on a frame spaced for them, for new decks or a resurface.
- Deck repair and rebuildingRot at the ledger, frost-heaved posts, soft boards and failing stairs, repaired or rebuilt from the footings up.
- Railings, stairs and landingsGuards at least 36 inches tall, steady stairs and solid landings in wood, aluminum, composite or cable.
- Pergolas and deck roofsOpen pergolas for shade or a full roof built for a 50 psf ground snow load, over new or existing decks.
Nearby areas
Ready to plan a deck before the frost comes out?
Call and we will connect you with an independent deck contractor who works in the Rochester area.