The Ultimate Guide to Deck Resurfacing

Does your deck have structural integrity but a worn surface? Resurfacing might be the cost-effective solution to bring your outdoor space back to life.

Many homeowners look at their splintering, faded, or warped deck surface and immediately assume they need to tear down the entire structure and start from scratch. However, if the underlying foundation—the posts, beams, joists, and concrete footings—are still structurally sound and free from widespread, deep-seated rot, deck resurfacing is an incredibly cost-effective alternative.

What Exactly is Deck Resurfacing?

Resurfacing involves taking a surgical approach to remodeling. We systematically remove the old top decking boards, the fascia, and the dilapidated railing system. We then thoroughly inspect the exposed skeleton of your deck. If the joists are healthy, we apply protective butyl joist tape to prevent future water intrusion and immediately begin laying down brand new material.

The Cost Benefits

Because you are salvaging the heavy pressure-treated lumber that makes up the foundation (which represents a massive percentage of a new deck’s material cost), resurfacing is typically 25% to 40% cheaper than a full tear-down. Furthermore, migrating from an old wood surface to modern, zero-maintenance composite like TimberTech dramatically cuts down your long-term maintenance costs.

Is Your Deck a Candidate?

Not every deck can be resurfaced. If your deck is over 30 years old, or was built prior to modern building safety codes, it may lack the proper ledger board flashing or joist hangers required by Loudoun County today. During our free evaluation, our master carpenters will probe the wood to ensure it can safely support new composite boards for the next 25 years.