Deck builders in Coeur d'Alene
New decks, rebuilds, railings and roofs across the city, from the historic streets by the lake to newer subdivisions on the prairie.
Coeur d'Alene sits on the north shore of Lake Coeur d'Alene at about 2,247 feet, near where the Spokane River leaves the lake. It's the most populous city in North Idaho, with 54,628 people at the 2020 census, and the county seat. The city's older blocks near City Park, Sanders Beach and East Sherman Avenue hold some of its oldest houses, while much of the newer building has spread north toward the prairie.
What do Coeur d'Alene decks usually need?
- Second-story decks on hillside homes that look out over the lake
- Replacing worn-out wood decks on older houses near downtown
- A first deck on a newer home that came with only a slider and a step
- Covered decks that can be used in rain and midsummer sun
How do permits work in the city?
The city lists decks among the projects that need a building permit, apart from small, low, freestanding decks exempted by the IRC. Permits are issued at the Customer Service Center in City Hall on East Mullan Avenue, residential plans are submitted as PDFs, and the city won't take an application without proof of Idaho contractor registration or an exemption. Homeowners building their own deck on an owner-occupied house can get a permit after signing an owner-builder statement. Starting work without a required permit can bring a stop work order and a doubled fee.
Hillside lots
Parts of the city fall in a Hillside Overlay Zone, which applies extra rules to land with an average slope of 15 percent or more. If your house sits on a steep lot, ask the builder to check with the planning department before you settle on a design.
Common questions
Do builders cover all of Coeur d'Alene?
Yes. Call with your address and we'll connect you with a builder who works in your neighborhood.
Can I build my own deck in Coeur d'Alene?
The city issues permits to owners working on their owner-occupied home after they sign an owner-builder statement. All codes still apply, and you schedule the inspections yourself.
Services in Coeur d'Alene
- Custom wood decksNew decks on below-frost footings, from a simple back-door platform to a tall deck over a hillside.
- Composite and PVC deckingLow-upkeep boards for new decks, or re-decking an existing frame that's still sound.
- Deck repair and replacementFix rotted boards, failing ledgers and heaved footings, or replace a deck that's past saving.
- Railings and stairsNew or replacement guards in wood, aluminum, cable, glass or composite, and stair runs with solid landings.
- Covered decks and pergolasPergolas and full roofs over new or existing decks, framed for North Idaho snow.
Nearby areas
Spongy boards, a loose rail, or a lake-view deck you keep putting off?
Call and a local deck builder will talk through what your deck needs next.