Deck posts and anchors are set below the frost-heave zone where the structure allows, so the railing doesn’t shift as the ground freezes and thaws each year.
Deck railing cost depends on material more than anything else: wood starts around $60 per linear foot, aluminum and framed glass run $85-$140, and cable or frameless glass can reach $250. Post count around stairs and corners is the other main factor.
The most common low-maintenance option for a straightforward deck guard.
Framed or frameless glass keeps a backyard view open on a raised deck.
Stainless steel cable runs between posts for a minimal, modern look with a wide sightline.
Matches an existing wood deck structure at the lowest material cost.
We size every deck guard to the Ontario Building Code height that applies to your deck's drop.
Hardware and fasteners are specified for exterior, freeze-thaw conditions.
Wood, aluminum, glass or cable – we install all four without subcontracting.
Guard height requirements depend on how far the deck surface sits above grade.
Post spacing is planned around stairs, corners and any fixed obstacles.
Posts are anchored to the deck framing, rail and infill installed, then every section is checked for rigidity.
We walk the finished railing with you and confirm it meets the code height for your deck before calling the job done.
A quick look at other stairs & railings work we handle – every service is listed in the Services menu above.
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An interior staircase railing gets touched more than almost any other fixture in a home, so fit and finish matter as…
A condo or apartment balcony railing has to satisfy building code, the condo corporation's own rules, and whatever…
A sample of the Ottawa-area communities we serve – see the full list in the Service Areas menu.
Ontario Building Code sets a minimum guard height once the drop from the deck surface exceeds 600mm, and the required height depends on how far the deck sits above grade – we confirm the exact figure for your deck on the site visit.
Yes, that's a common combination – aluminum or glass railing systems install onto an existing wood deck frame without issue.
Yes, removal and disposal of the existing railing is included when we quote a replacement.
A typical residential deck railing is usually completed in one to two days once materials are on site.
Warranty terms for any job are set out in your written quote, job by job – we don't make blanket guarantees on this website, but every quote spells out exactly what's covered.