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Expert Decking Design, Build, and Repair

Serving Charleston & Surrounding Areas

Custom Deck Design And Planning

Thoughtful Designs Tailored To Your Home And Lifestyle

At Habit Construction LLC, every great deck starts with a smart plan. We collaborate to understand how you’ll use your space—dining, lounging, entertaining, or all three—then factor in sun exposure, privacy, traffic flow, and views to shape an ideal footprint. Our team evaluates structure tie-in points, drainage, and access to ensure a deck that feels intentional and performs for decades.

We guide you through material and railing selections, stair and landing configurations, and lighting layouts while balancing aesthetics, longevity, and budget. With clear drawings and optional 3D renderings, you’ll see proportions and details before we build, and you’ll receive a transparent scope, timeline, and investment breakdown so there are no surprises.

Durability, Beauty, And Low-Maintenance Options

Choose from proven materials including pressure-treated lumber, cedar, tropical hardwoods, capped composites, and PVC decking. We explain the trade-offs—color fastness, slip resistance, heat retention, and maintenance—so you can select confidently. Upgrades like hidden fasteners, aluminum or cable railings, fascia and riser accents, and under-deck drainage systems elevate both form and function.

Our crews use best-practice techniques: properly flashed ledgers, joist tape for moisture protection, corrosion-resistant hardware, and precise blocking for solid rail posts. Tight miters, uniform gaps, and laser-true stairs reflect our craftsmanship, and manufacturer-aligned installation methods help protect your product warranties.

From New Builds To Full Restorations

We handle the build from foundation to finish. That includes layout and excavation, footings and posts, beams and joists, and a correctly flashed ledger to safeguard your home. After decking, railings, and stairs are installed to code, we complete trim details and lighting, then perform a thorough quality check for safety and aesthetics.

Looking to enhance an existing space? Add shade with a pergola, increase privacy with screens, incorporate built-in seating and planters, or upgrade to modern cable or aluminum railings. We also integrate low-voltage lighting, outdoor kitchens, and under-deck dry zones to expand usable space below elevated decks.

If your deck shows wear, we provide inspections, structural repairs, board replacement, and resurfacing when the frame is sound. We correct common issues like loose rails, soft spots, and failing fasteners, then recommend a maintenance plan—cleaning, staining, or sealing—to protect your investment.

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Local Expertise And Seamless Services

Your Trusted Partner From Concept To Completion

Our team understands Charleston’s coastal climate—salt air, humidity, intense sun, and storm exposure—so we specify corrosion-resistant fasteners, uplift-resistant connections, and UV-stable finishes. That local insight helps your deck look great and stay safe in Charleston conditions year after year.

We streamline approvals by coordinating drawings, documentation, and inspections for Charleston permitting, including considerations for flood zones and historic guidelines where applicable. Clear communication and schedule planning help keep your project on track despite Charleston weather swings.

Ready to get started? Whether you need a new deck, a stylish upgrade, or a safe, long-lasting repair in Charleston, Habit Construction LLC is here to help. Contact us to schedule a consultation and receive a detailed, no-pressure proposal tailored to your home.

Serving Charleston and Columbia, SC

Proudly serving Charleston and Columbia.

24+ Years Experience

Over two decades of trusted service.

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