Salt Lake City sits at about 4,239 feet, near the valley floor, where the ground snow load runs around 28 psf, lower than bench communities like Herriman at roughly 5,000 feet and 43 psf. That lower number still drives real design decisions on beam sizing and post spacing, and we calculate it for your exact elevation rather than assuming a flat citywide figure.
In tighter-lot neighborhoods like Sugar House, Millcreek and the Avenues, setback compliance is often the real design constraint, not the deck itself. We confirm property lines and setback rules before finalizing a layout, since a deck that fits the yard visually can still land too close to a line on paper.
Salt Lake City has more older homes than many of the newer cities we build in, and an attached deck's ledger board is one of the most critical connections on the entire structure. On an older house, we inspect the existing rim joist and siding before attaching anything, rather than assuming it can carry a new deck's load.
Ground that freezes and thaws can heave shallow footings and push deck posts out of level. We place footings below Utah's frost line, typically 30 inches or more, and confirm the exact depth Salt Lake City requires before we dig.
Sourced from Utah's residential building code and the Utah Snow Load Study. Confirm current permit requirements with Salt Lake City before building.
Cost depends on size, material, railings, stairs and how the deck attaches to your home, so we price each one after we see your yard. Utah requires a permit for any deck attached to the house, or a freestanding deck over 30 inches above grade, and a guardrail once it crosses that height. Rules change, so confirm with Salt Lake City before you build. Your free quote covers the design, the price and the schedule.
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Tell us about your yard and what you want to build. We will send a free quote, and you can call 435-660-1944 with any questions.
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Working with Joey and his team at 3sixtyindustries was a great experience. They were honest, fair, and extremely easy to work with throughout the entire process. They did such a great job. I have no complaints about anything. We love our new deck—highly recommend!
Crus and Joey built a beautiful deck for us! We were tired of our small, wood steps that attracted wasps. We contacted them and they were able to expand our space to be a place for us to enjoy time with our dogs and enjoy being outside! I am so happy with the work they’ve done! Communication was great and they were very respectful of our space and other belongings. I highly recommend them if you need a deck!
Our deck is amazing! They were wonderful and patient guys to work with. Totally recommend!
I was nervous at first to redo my deck but it looks amazing thank you so so much!!
They completed a framing job for me on an addition to our home. Their pricing was very competitive and they offered great service. They were honest and got the job done that was needed. Very happy with their work and timelines. Would recommend
Amazing product and amazing service. They made sure my yard was 100% cleaned everyday best affordable product around.
These guys are awesome! Repaired my old water damaged deck, and gave it a fresh new look with trex and a new composite railing. Very happy with the end result, would absolutely hire them again.
Most deck projects take two to six weeks from footing excavation to the final walkthrough, depending on size, permitting and weather.
Utah requires a building permit for any deck attached to your home, or for a freestanding deck more than 30 inches above grade. Once a deck crosses that height, it also needs a guardrail at least 36 inches tall. In older Salt Lake City neighborhoods, setback compliance is often the detail that needs the closest look.
Deck cost depends heavily on size, decking material and features like railings, stairs and lighting, so we price each project after seeing your yard. Visit our deck builds page for what's included, or ask for a free, itemized quote.
Wood costs less upfront but needs regular staining or sealing to handle Utah's sun and snow. As a rough range, new composite decking often runs $65 to $95+ per square foot installed, while natural wood lands closer to $45 to $65, depending on design, stairs and railings. Composite resists fading, warping and moisture damage far better over time.
Yes. We inspect the existing rim joist, siding and framing before attaching a ledger board to an older home, since that connection carries much of the deck's structural load. If the existing framing isn't sound, we'll tell you before we build, not after.
See our deck builds page, browse the Salt Lake City service area, or read about composite vs. wood decking costs.
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