Exterior Design & Decks
404-410-2647
2nd consecutive year as a Home Reports™ Best Pick™
Areas Served: North Atlanta, Cherokee, Dunwoody/Sandy Springs, Gwinnett/East Metro, Roswell/Alpharetta, Cobb/Marietta
“We design and build distinctive outdoor living places, and according to our customers, we provided the finest home improvement experience they’ve had....We deliver what we sell.” - Richard Thomas, President
- Services Offered: Exterior Design & Decks builds outdoor living areas, including custom decks, screened porches, pergolas, and fireplaces; renovates existing decks; and builds three-season rooms and porticos.
- Company History: The company is a first-generation family business owned by Richard Thomas and his son-in-law Valiant Nielsen. According to the company, Richard and Valiant are involved in all aspects of projects.
- Product Information: The company’s employees are trained installers of Trex and Azek products as well as other composite deck materials. They specialize in Brazilian hardwoods and all types of pressure-treated pine decking. The company also offers a wide variety of screened porch designs.
- Warranty: Exterior Design & Decks offers a five-year warranty on all workmanship.
“They completed my deck. I found them to be very professional and reliable, and the work they did was totally amazing. It’s something that I would go back to them for. The work was incredible. It was exactly what I wanted—maybe even more.”
“They did a terrific job. We’re really, really pleased with our deck. It’s really sturdy, and they did really good work on it.”
“They replaced all the boards on my deck, because they were all warping. They also redid my stairs, and they put a backing on each step, too. Everything was good. We were really happy. Everything was just done thoroughly and professionally, and I didn’t have any issues.”
“We were pleased. The deck looks great. Everybody has complimented us on it. Everything they did was done very well. They were excellent. I’d give them a top rating, an A.”
“Rich is a true craftsman, and he actually gave us a design that day. He’s a father, and he knew what was practical for a family. He was extremely professional and quick. I like that kind of craftsman, one who stands behind his work.”
“They converted our deck to a covered porch with a fireplace and then screened it in. They did a fantastic job on every level. They planned it out and designed it for us. And they had dedicated a team to it, so we didn’t have any issues with contractors coming in and out. They had their own crew, and they came and did all the work, so it went very smoothly.”
“They were excellent. They did a special kind of deck, in that we did a porcelain tile surface instead of wood. I’d highly recommend them. They were on time and did an outstanding job.”