Cat5 Exteriors & Construction has spent more than 20 years building decks on Pensacola homes, and that experience shows in the parts you never see once the boards go down: footings sized for our sandy soil, ledgers through-bolted and flashed so water never reaches your house framing, and hurricane ties on every connection. We build decks the way we’d want one built behind our own homes, because most of our crew lives right here in Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties.
Every deck project starts with a conversation about how you’ll actually use the space, followed by a real design, a real drawing for the permit, and a written proposal with no surprises. When we find rot in an existing structure or a ledger that was never flashed, we tell you before we build on top of it. That’s why so much of our work comes from referrals and repeat customers.
New decks designed around your home, your yard, and how you live. Single-level, multi-level, wraparound, elevated, and ground-level platforms with built-in seating, lighting, and stairs.
Full tear-out and rebuild of aging, rotted, or storm-damaged decks. We remove the old structure, inspect and correct the footings and ledger, and build new to current code.
If your framing is sound but the boards are shot, we replace the decking and railing with composite or PVC and give you a new deck for a fraction of the cost of a rebuild.
Rotted boards, loose railings, wobbly stairs, and storm damage. We fix the problem and the cause behind it, and we tell you when repair no longer makes sense.
Roof structures, screen enclosures, and porches that let you use the space through summer heat, afternoon storms, and mosquito season.
Pergolas, privacy screens, aluminum and cable railing, under-deck drainage, outdoor kitchens, and integrated lighting to finish the space.
After Ivan and Sally, we saw what happens to decks that were nailed together on undersized footings: they lift, twist, and sometimes take a section of the house wall with them. We also see the slow failures. Ledger boards lag-screwed to the house without flashing quietly rot the rim joist behind them. Untreated cut ends invite termites. Standard-grade fasteners rust through in a few years of salt air.
Our decks are built for the conditions we actually have. Footings are dug and poured to the depth and diameter the load requires in our sandy soil. Ledgers are through-bolted and flashed with a proper drip edge. Every post, beam, and joist connection uses rated hurricane hardware in hot-dip galvanized or stainless steel. Cut ends get sealed. Decking is gapped for our humidity. And everything is inspected and permitted, so the work is documented if you ever sell the house or file an insurance claim.
Searching for deck builders near you? Cat5 is based at 4605 W. Jackson St. in Pensacola, and we build across Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties.
We walk the yard with you, talk through how you'll use the space, check grade and access, and discuss materials and budget.
A drawing of your deck and an itemized scope with materials, timeline, and warranty terms. No surprises later.
We submit the drawings, pull the permit, order materials, and give you a firm start date.
Our own crew builds it, with a project manager on site, inspections scheduled, and daily cleanup.
We go over every detail with you, pass final inspection, and hand over your warranty paperwork.
Hiring a local deck builder means working with someone who knows the permitting process at the Escambia and Santa Rosa building departments, understands the wind-zone requirements for your specific address, and has built on lots just like yours, from sloped backyards in East Hill and North Hill to waterfront properties in Gulf Breeze and Perdido Key and newer neighborhoods in Pace and Navarre. It also means a contractor you can actually reach after the job is done.
We’re not a crew that shows up after a storm and leaves when the work dries up. Our project managers answer the phone, our estimates are written and honored, and our crews clean the site every day, because your neighbors are our neighbors too.
PENSACOLA
EAST HILL
NORTH HILL
WARRINGTON
Myrtle Grove
Ferry Pass
Gulf Breeze
PEnsacola Beach
Perdido Key
Cantonment
Beulah
Pace
MILTON
Navarre
We build with every major decking material and we’ll give you an honest opinion on which one makes sense for your home, your budget, and how much maintenance you want to do.
The most popular choice in Pensacola. Capped composite resists moisture, termites, fading, and staining, never needs sealing, and comes in realistic wood tones. Ideal for homeowners who want to use the deck, not maintain it.
Fully synthetic, the lightest and most moisture-proof option available. Stays cooler underfoot in lighter colors and is a strong choice for waterfront homes, pool decks, and anywhere that stays wet.
The budget-friendly classic. We use ground-contact-rated lumber, seal every cut, and build the frame so it lasts. Plan on staining or sealing every couple of years in our climate.
Ipe and similar hardwoods for homeowners who want the look of real wood with exceptional density and natural rot resistance. Premium pricing, but a stunning result.
Aluminum, composite, cable, and glass railing options that meet code, resist salt air, and keep the view open. We'll match railing to decking so the whole space looks intentional.
Covered sections, screened enclosures, ceiling fans, and low-voltage lighting that turn a deck into a room you'll use year-round.
Straight answers to the things people want to know before they hire anyone to build on their property.
The best deck builder in Pensacola is one that is Florida-licensed and insured, pulls permits, engineers the deck for high-wind code, uses coastal-rated hardware, and backs the work with a written warranty. Cat5 Exteriors & Construction has built decks on Pensacola homes for more than 20 years with our own crews and stands behind every project. Call (850) 943-4333 for a free estimate.
When comparing deck builders near you, look for a local Pensacola address, a valid Florida license, proof of insurance, permitted work, and reviews that mention how the builder handled the unexpected. Cat5 Exteriors & Construction is based at 4605 W. Jackson St. in Pensacola and has built its reputation on referrals across Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties.
Yes. Cat5 Exteriors & Construction is a Florida-licensed contractor carrying general liability and workers' compensation insurance. We provide our license number and certificates of insurance before you sign anything.
Yes. You receive the manufacturer's warranty on decking and railing products plus our own written workmanship warranty on the construction. As a local company with 20+ years in Pensacola, we will be here to honor it.
Deck cost depends on size, height, material, railing, and extras like stairs, roofs, or screens. Pressure-treated wood is the most affordable, composite is mid-range, and PVC and hardwoods are premium. Cat5 gives you a free, itemized written estimate so you know the total before anything is built.
Yes. Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties require permits for new decks and most structural deck replacements, and inspections verify footings, ledger attachment, and wind-load compliance. Cat5 handles the permit, drawings, and inspections for you.
Most decks in Pensacola take one to two weeks to build once permits are approved. Larger projects with roofs, screens, or multiple levels can take longer. Your written proposal includes a firm timeline.
Ask during your estimate. We will go over payment options and help you find a plan that fits your budget.
Composite and PVC decking perform best in Pensacola because they resist moisture, termites, and UV fading and never need staining. Pressure-treated pine is the budget option and lasts well if it is sealed regularly. We will show you samples and give you an honest recommendation for your home and budget.
Yes. Properly engineered decks with correctly sized footings, hurricane ties, through-bolted ledgers, and hot-dip galvanized or stainless hardware are built to Florida high-wind code. Most storm failures we see on Pensacola decks come from undersized footings and nailed-only connections, which we never use.
Often, yes. If the framing and footings are sound, we can replace rotted boards, upgrade railings, or resurface the whole deck with composite. If the structure is compromised, we will tell you and give you a replacement quote instead.
Cat5 Exteriors & Construction builds decks in Pensacola, East Hill, North Hill, Gulf Breeze, Pensacola Beach, Perdido Key, Warrington, Myrtle Grove, Ferry Pass, Cantonment, Pace, Milton, Navarre, and Beulah.
Whether you want a simple platform off the back door or a full covered outdoor living space, Cat5 Exteriors & Construction will give you a real design, a straight answer, and a fair price. Call us or request an estimate online and we’ll schedule a time to walk your yard.