Build it once — Stone Ridge Decking, Auburn & Placer County, CA

Stone Ridge solves the core problem with decks — they rot

Where decks fail

Dry rot at the structural connections, where untreated lumber meets trapped organic material. Hidden until something gives way.

What we changed

Better hardware, flashing and framing technique, so there are no wood-to-wood connections left to rot.

Why we never flat block

Even on the most intricate inlays, debris washes right through the deck instead of building up in the joints.

What you end up with

A deck that looks great, requires no maintenance and stands the test of time.

Both are built to the same standard — the Express range simply has the design work already done, so you can price it yourself right here.

A deck system for a transparent price

Express Decks

Choose a deck, choose your finishes, get a quick estimate
Same build standard as our custom work, at a reduced price
Configure it in 3D and send the design straight to Jake

Open the designer

Custom Decks

Direct replacement — same footprint, fresh new look
All new design — start from scratch with creative direction
Designed around your slope, your trees and your budget

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Deck with lighting, fire pit and pergola

The Fun Stuff

Lights, fire pit, pergola, outdoor kitchen and living
Usually what turns a deck into the place everyone sits
Check the portfolio, or challenge us with something new

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Six steps, from the ground up

What we do differently at every stage — learned from taking apart the decks that did not last.

01 Foundation

An underground footing form sized to your deck’s specific load requirements, buried a minimum of 18″. Above ground, a 10″ round form standing at least 12″ proud so your posts stay rot free, mounted on a Simpson stand-off post base.

02 Framing

Most decks fail to dry rot at structural connections. Advances in hardware, flashing and framing technique let us avoid wood-to-wood connections. We never flat block, so debris washes through. Powder-coated steel framing is available as an upgrade.

03 Decking

Locked in with FastenMaster stainless hidden fasteners, not vinyl clips. Every cut edge chamfered so the surface is smooth and snag free. Every deck picture-framed with a border board to hide cut edges and protect the rim joist.

04 Stairs

The hardest place to keep cut edges covered. Each riser is mitered and epoxied into the stringer fascia for a seamless full wrap, then every step is picture-framed with the fascia overhung for definition and protection.

05 Railing

You know the wobbly, bulky, high-maintenance kind — the one you spend weekends sanding and tightening. We fit maintenance-free railing systems so you can spend the summer enjoying the view instead.

06 Accessories

Lights, fire pit, pergola, outdoor kitchen and living. Accessories are usually what turns a deck into the place everyone actually wants to be.

Stone Ridge deck showing framing, decking, stairs and railing detail

Maintenance-free railing Chamfered, snag-free edges Mitered stair wrap Simpson stand-off base

Qualified to meet your needs

“Jake and his crew were great. We love our new deck and they worked with us to stay within our budget. They were very professional and finished the work in the time frame they said they would.”

Sara Miles · Placer County, CA

“Very professional, neat and clean, crew who always showed up on time. Communication was extremely easy with the owner being very responsive to texts and phone calls. My new deck is BEAUTIFUL!”

Jan B. · Placer County, CA

“Jake offered the best solution out of the other deck bids we received. His crew was efficient, tidy, meticulous with their craftsman attention to detail. We were extremely pleased with the finished product.”

Tom Marshal · Placer County, CA

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between an Express Deck and a Custom Deck?

Express Decks are pre-designed. You choose a deck, choose your finishes and get a quick estimate — same build standard as our custom work, at a reduced price, because the design work is already done. A Custom Deck is drawn around your space, either as a direct replacement of what is there now or an all-new design from scratch.

Which decking products do you build with?

Trex, TimberTech and Fortress. Each of them runs a builder programme, and Platinum is the top rung of all three — we hold it with every one. Deck tops are locked in with FastenMaster stainless steel hidden fasteners rather than vinyl clips.

Which areas do you serve?

Auburn, Meadow Vista and greater Placer County, across the Sierra Nevada foothills.

Can you replace my existing deck?

Yes. A direct replacement keeps the functionality of the deck you already have and gives it a fresh new look. If you would rather rethink the space entirely, we start from scratch and bring the creative direction.

Are you licensed and insured?

Yes — California licence # 975870, licensed, bonded and insured, with liability and workers compensation cover.

How do I get a price?

Design your deck in the 3D designer and the price updates as you go, then send the design straight to Jake. Most people have a number in under five minutes. If you would rather talk it through, call (530) NEW-DECK.

Build it once with Stone Ridge