River Ridge homes tend to be single-story ranch houses on wide lots, with a back door close to the ground and a lot of yard behind it. That is a good setup for a deck. CMC's Services builds wood and composite decks in River Ridge sized for the space you actually have.
215+ 5-Star Google Reviews · Licensed & insuredFor most River Ridge homes, the best fit is a wide, low deck off the back of the house, because the area is full of single-story ranch houses on larger lots with doors close to grade. A low deck needs fewer stairs and less railing, which leaves more of the budget for size, a covered section or built-ins. CMC's Services designs each deck around the lot, then builds on footings sized for River Ridge clay, which settles and shifts between heavy rains and dry spells. You choose pressure-treated wood, cedar or composite: wood costs less to build, while composite costs more but skips the sanding and staining. Many River Ridge clients connect the deck to a pool, patio or outdoor kitchen, or use a multi-level layout to step down to the lawn. Low decks also need airflow underneath to keep the frame dry. We handle permits in most cases, and estimates are free.
We design, permit and build every deck with our own crew. Estimates are free, and we have built outdoor projects in River Ridge, Harahan and the rest of Jefferson Parish for more than 10 years.
On a bigger lot, a deck gives the yard a center.
A wide River Ridge lot can hold a deck large enough for a dining table, a grill and a lounge area at the same time. We lay out zones so traffic flows from the back door to the grill without cutting through the seating, which matters when the whole family is over.
Because most ranch homes sit low, a deck can line up almost level with the back door. No tall stairs and no steep drop, just an easy path for grandparents, and for kids carrying plates outside, from the kitchen straight onto the deck.
On a large lot, the patio, pool and lawn can feel like separate pieces. A deck with steps and landings connects them, so you can walk from the kitchen to the pool on one continuous surface instead of crossing wet grass after a storm.
Pressure-treated wood and cedar give a natural look at a lower starting cost and need regular sealing. Composite boards cost more up front and need only washing. On a large deck, the maintenance difference adds up, so we lay out both options side by side.
We are close by, and we build more than decks.
We are based in Metairie, a short drive from River Ridge, and we work here regularly. We know the soil, the older lots along Jefferson Highway and the parish permit process.
We have built decks, patios, pools and outdoor kitchens for over 10 years, so we can plan a deck that connects cleanly with the other parts of your yard, now or in a later phase.
We build with pressure-treated wood, cedar and premium composite, chosen for how they hold up in humidity and rain. Framing is treated to resist moisture and set on footings sized for the soil.
You deal with our team from the first sketch to the final walkthrough. There are no handoffs to subcontractors, and the people who plan the deck are on site building it.
Four stages from yard visit to walkthrough.
We walk the yard with you and look at the back of the house, the door heights, any pool or patio the deck should connect to and how water moves across the lot after rain. We also check for old slabs that may need to come out.
You get layout options and material choices, plus input on covers, railings, lighting and built-ins. On larger lots we often sketch more than one size so you can compare the cost and the space before deciding.
We set footings, build a frame with airflow underneath, lay the boards spaced to drain and add railings and stairs where needed. We keep the yard clean during the build and keep you updated as we go.
We go over the finished deck with you in detail, from board spacing to stair treads. Then we explain how to care for the material you chose so the deck keeps its look through many River Ridge summers.
The designs that suit River Ridge homes and lots best.
The most common River Ridge deck: a broad, low deck off the back of a ranch house, nearly level with the door. It has room for dining, grilling and lounging on one surface, with only a step or two down to the lawn.
Decks that wrap around or connect to a pool, with slip-resistant composite near the water. We plan the transitions so you can walk from the house to the pool without stepping on grass or tracking mud into the water.
Two or more levels connected by wide steps, used to separate a covered dining area from an open sun deck, or to step down toward the lawn on lots that fall slightly toward the back fence.
A roof or pergola over part of the deck for shade and shelter from summer showers. On a large River Ridge deck, the covered section is usually where people end up sitting in July and August.
Benches, planters and a prep surface next to the grill, built in the same material as the deck. They cut down on loose furniture and make a big deck easier to host on and quicker to clear before a storm.
River Ridge was built out with ranch houses on lots bigger than you find in much of Metairie or New Orleans. Many of those homes still have the small concrete patio they were built with, often cracked or sinking by now. A new deck is a common way to replace it and give the house a real outdoor room. Where the old slab is sound, the deck can sometimes be built right over it.
The clay soil here swells in wet weather and shrinks in dry spells, so a deck frame resting on poorly set posts will move with it. We size and set footings for the soil and leave airflow under low decks so the frame dries between rains. We also plan the deck so roof runoff does not pour straight onto the boards.
Many decks in River Ridge need a Jefferson Parish permit, and we take care of it. If the deck is part of a bigger change to the yard, our crew also builds outdoor kitchens in River Ridge and pools that can be planned with it, so levels and walkways line up. Building the pool deck and the house deck as one plan avoids awkward steps between them later.
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Most decks take one to two weeks once permits and materials are ready. Larger decks, multiple levels, covers and built-ins take longer. Rain can delay footing work for a day or two. We give you a realistic schedule with the quote so you can plan around it.
Cost depends on size, materials, height and features. Big lots invite bigger decks, so size is usually the main driver here. Wood is cheaper to build, while composite costs more but saves on maintenance. Covers, railings and built-ins add to the total. Estimates are free and in writing.
Composite costs more up front but needs no sanding, staining or sealing, and it resists rot in humid weather. Pressure-treated wood and cedar have a natural look and a lower starting cost but need regular upkeep. On a large River Ridge deck the maintenance time for wood adds up, so many clients choose composite.
Yes. Many River Ridge ranch homes have an original slab patio that has cracked or settled. Depending on its condition, we can remove it or set the deck footings around it. We look at the slab during the visit and recommend the approach that gives you a solid, level deck.
In most cases, yes. River Ridge is in unincorporated Jefferson Parish, so the permit goes through the parish rather than a city hall. We handle the application and inspections and make sure the deck is built to code, so you do not have to sort out the paperwork yourself.
Call, email or send the form. We will set up a time to walk your property and give you a written quote.
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Call (504) 608-4272 and we will walk your yard, look at the back of the house and give you a written quote for wood or composite.
