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Decks & balconies · Completed project
Multi-Level Composite Deck with Cable Railings and Long Stairs
A composite deck built on several levels, with cable railings around the open upper deck and black-baluster railings on the stairs beside the house.
- Project
- Composite deck
- Scope
- Deck, stairs, two railing styles
- Highlights
- Picture-frame borders, cable rail
- Service area
- San Jose Bay Area
Project overview
About this project
This deck uses gray-brown composite boards on every level, with contrasting picture-frame borders around the edges and on the stair landings.
The open upper deck has cable railings with wood-tone posts and a wide top rail, keeping the view of the trees clear. A long straight stair with cable rails drops from the upper level.
Closer to the house, a second stair set uses black aluminum railings with square balusters, and the composite treads match the deck surface.
Picture-frame borders
Border boards finish every edge and landing.
Cable railings
Thin cables keep the upper deck open to the view.
Black baluster stairs
Aluminum rails on the stairs by the house.
Long stair run
A straight stair links the upper and lower levels.
Project photos
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Scope of work
What we built
Everything Quartz Construction & Remodeling handled on this project, grouped by part of the job.
Deck
- Composite decking on several levels
- Picture-frame border boards
- Stair landings
Stairs
- Long straight stair with cable rails
- House-side stair with black aluminum railings
- Composite treads and risers
Railings
- Cable railing with wood-tone posts and top rail
- Black aluminum baluster railing
How we work
How a project like this comes together
The same five steps run every Quartz job, from the first visit to the final walkthrough. One team designs, permits and builds it.
Site visit
We check the existing deck or yard, grade, access and how the deck connects to the house.
Design and materials
Size, height, stairs, railings and decking material are chosen.
Permits
Where the city requires one, we handle the deck permit.
Framing
Footings, posts, beams and joists are set level and secured.
Decking, stairs and railings
Boards, stairs and railings are installed and finished, then we walk the deck with you.
Questions & answers
Decks & balconies: common questions
Planning something similar? These are the questions homeowners ask us most. Anything else, just call.
(650) 749-7436Do I need a permit for a deck?
It depends on the deck's height, size and how it attaches to the house. We check your city's rules and handle the permit when one is needed.
Wood or composite decking?
Wood costs less up front and can be stained; composite needs less upkeep. We walk through both on a site visit.
Can you repair or rebuild an existing deck?
Yes. We inspect the framing and footings and tell you whether a repair or a rebuild makes more sense.
Do you build stairs and railings?
Yes. Stairs and railings are built to code and to match the deck.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. We visit your home and give you a written estimate.
Client reviews
What our clients say on Google
Quartz Construction and Ohad Maloul rebuilt my 1200 sf deck with FiberOn composition decking in 3 weeks. The crew ( Ivan, Carlos, Rubin, Steven) is professional, highly trained with exemplary workmanship and aesthetic design. Ohad is an experienced project manager with effective communication skills. I appreciate the beautiful deck they created!
We wanted a lovely deck, and Ohad built it for us. The work is excellent, and the design complements our house. His team arrived on time, acted professionally, and cleaned everything before leaving. We were happy with the whole experience.
I got my front yard, back yard and deck work done by Ohad and his team. They did excellent work. They are very professional, delivered project in time and are very flexible too. I'll hire them anytime for my future projects.
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