Richmond Hill's Decking Company & Custom Deck Builder — Since 1984

Most “Richmond Hill deck builders” drive in from somewhere else. We don’t. Forest Fence & Deck has been based right here on Yonge Street since 1984, building custom decks for Richmond Hill homes — from Oak Ridges and Mill Pond to Bayview Hill, Jefferson, and Observatory. When you hire us, you’re hiring the local decking company that knows this town’s lots, its zoning, and its winters.

Custom Deck Construction in Richmond Hill

Richmond Hill properties are anything but uniform. The mature lots around Mill Pond and the older core come with established trees and grade changes; the newer subdivisions in Jefferson and Oak Ridges are full of walk-out basements and tighter setbacks. A custom deck is designed around your lot and how you actually use your yard — not dropped in from a stock plan.

We design and build:

  • Multi-level and wraparound decks for sloped and split-grade lots
  • Raised and walk-out basement decks (common in Richmond Hill’s newer builds)
  • Composite, PVC, and cedar decks
  • Poolside decks, deck replacements, and extensions
  • Integrated railings, privacy screens, lighting, and built-in seating

See recent builds in our project gallery, or explore our full range of deck design and construction services.

Composite, PVC, or Cedar? Built for Richmond Hill's Climate

Richmond Hill winters are hard on decks — freeze-thaw cycles crack and warp wood, and months of snow load keep surfaces wet. The material you choose decides how much maintenance you’ll do and how long the deck lasts. As a Trex Pro Platinum installer — the highest certification Trex offers, held by a small share of contractors — we build in low-maintenance composite as well as traditional cedar and PVC, and we’ll match the material to your budget and how you use the space.

Not sure which is right for you? Read Composite Decking, Explained.

A Local Deck Company That Knows Richmond Hill's Rules

Being based in Richmond Hill isn’t just an address — it means we already know how the city works:

  • We know Richmond Hill zoning. The city is divided into roughly 28 zoning categories, each with its own setbacks and height limits. We confirm your property’s zone and setbacks before we design anything, so your deck fits the rules the first time.
  • We handle the permit. Most attached, raised decks in Richmond Hill need a building permit, and the city expects a proper survey and construction drawings. We prepare the drawings, file with the Building Division, and coordinate inspections.
  • We’re minutes away — on your property fast, through the build and after it.

Want the full breakdown before you start? Read What You Need to Know About Building a Deck in Richmond Hill.

Why Richmond Hill Homeowners Choose Forest Fence & Deck

  • Local since 1984 — 40 years of decks across Richmond Hill and York Region
  • Trex Pro Platinum installer — Trex’s highest certification level
  • 11-time Best of Houzz winner
  • 180+ five-star reviews on HomeStars and Google · HomeStars Verified
  • 2,000+ decks built
  • Proper structural framing, secure footings, and clean, organized job sites
  • Decks engineered for heavy snow load and Ontario freeze-thaw

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Serving Richmond Hill & Nearby Communities

We’re based in Richmond Hill and also build decks in Aurora, Newmarket, King City, and North York.

Our Process

  1. Free on-site consultation — we look at your lot, grade, and how you want to use the space.
  2. Design & quote — a custom design with material options and a clear price.
  3. Permit & drawings — we confirm zoning and handle the permit application.
  4. Build — proper footings, framing, and finish, with inspections coordinated.
  5. Walkthrough — we hand over a deck built to last.

Get Your Richmond Hill Deck Started

Forest Fence & Deck has designed and built custom decks across Richmond Hill since 1984, from our home base on Yonge Street. We handle the permit, the zoning, and the Ontario Building Code so you don’t have to.