Premier Wood Deck Builder
Thinking about enhancing your outdoor space with a beautiful deck for the summer? Whether you're picturing sunny BBQs, relaxed family gatherings, or a nice, relaxing spot to enjoy the warm weather, a custom-built deck not only increases your home's value but also extends your living area outdoors, promising endless summer fun.
Based out of Ham Lake, Minnesota, Thunderstruck Restorations proudly serves homeowners in Andover, Ham Lake, Blaine, Coon Rapids, Forest Lake, Lino Lakes, East Bethel and Anoka and Washington Counties. We specialize in building tailor-made wood decks that reflect your personal style and meet your outdoor living needs. We build wood decks out of pressure treated lumber in both green and brown or with more exotic western red cedar.
In addition to traditional wood decking, we also specialize in low-maintenance composite decking options. These innovative materials provide the look and feel of natural wood without the upkeep, allowing you more time to enjoy your outdoor oasis without the hassle of regular maintenance.
Whether you're updating an existing deck or dreaming up a new outdoor masterpiece, our dedicated team at Thunderstruck Restorations is here to bring your vision to life. Experience the perfect blend of beauty, durability, and low maintenance with our custom deck solutions and make the most of your outdoor space this summer.
Wood Decks are an excellent way to keep a natural look and feel about your property. Most decks today are built out of wood because it's affordable and easy for your builder to work with.
The most affordable and commonly used type of wood for decking would be pressure treated decking materials. However, wood can also be quite expensive if you're wanting to build your deck out of popular redwood, cedar or the even more expensive Ipe. Natural decking materials however offer a certain richness, and feel that you can only get from using wood.
Materials We Use For Building Custom Wood Decks
- Pressure Treated Wood Decking
- Western Red Cedar Decking
- Ipe Decking
What's The Difference In Decking Materials?
Pressure Treated Decking: It's very resistant to rot and insects and it also withstands moisture very well, not to mention it's readily available which also makes it affordable. Pressure treated wood doesn't necessarily need to be painted if you like the dark brown, or dark green color variations that it comes in. Most pressure treated decking material is milled from southern yellow pine. Thunderstruck Restoration can build you a deck out of pressure treated lumber throughout the Twin Cities area.
Redwood & Cedar Decking: If budget isn't an issue and you want one of the more elegant looking materials for your deck then redwood or red cedar are great choices. Both of these western softwoods are highly sought after for their deep rich colors and natural beauty. Both of these species actually contain tannins and oils that help them naturally resist rot, decay and wood boring insects without having to be treated with chemicals. The crew at Thunderstruck Restorations are the Twin Cities Cedar Decking experts!
Ipe Decking: Also known as Brazilian Walnut or Ironwood Ipe pronounced (Ee-pee) is beautiful looking exotic wood from South America. Ipe is naturally very resistant to rot, abrasion & weather which makes it a good canditate for a deck in our Minnesota climate. Ipe's great looks and performance don't come without cost however as it's more expensive than Cedar. Ipe is definitely not a budget deck material but we work with it enough that Thunderstruck Restoration can provide you with an excellent looking Ipe Deck.
Composite Decking: A modern alternative to traditional wood decking, composite decking combines the beauty of natural wood with the durability and low maintenance of synthetic materials. Made from a blend of wood fibers and recycled plastics, composite decking is resistant to rot, fading, staining, and insects, making it an ideal choice for a long-lasting, beautiful deck with minimal upkeep. Available in a variety of colors and finishes, composite decking offers the aesthetic appeal of wood without the need for regular staining or sealing. Thunderstruck Restoration offers expert composite deck installations, providing you with a sustainable, attractive outdoor living space in the Minnesota area.
Our Deck Construction Process
- Initial consultation to view your project and the build site.
- We'll answer any questions or provide suggestions where needed.
- We can include custom deck design if needed.
- Schedule your start date.
Our Deck Building Estimates Include:
- Tear out or removal of old deck (if there is one)
- Proper base and footings
- Deck framing and construction
- Decking material of your choice
- High quality fasteners and hardware
- Railings and stairs if/where required
- Sealing deck if required (recommended for waterfront decks)
Why Choose Thunderstruck Restorations To Build Your Wood Deck?
When you choose Thunderstruck Restorations to build your deck you're partnering with a small team of dedicated craftsman carpenters. With many years of combined experience you can be rest assured your deck will be built to the highest of standards.
We have a solid track record of happy and satisfied customers, many of them calling on us again and again for their carpentry needs and also referring us to their friends and family. It's through the quality of our work and dedication to each and every customer that our business continues to grow.
We care about your deck project and we want to make sure we do the best job we possibly can. We provide unbeatable value, we keep your property clean and uncluttered, our pricing is fair, and the quality of our finished carpentry work is unmatched.
We realize that you've got many choices when it comes to a custom deck builder in our Minnesota service area. We want you to know we understand and appreciate the commitment you are about to make to your home and we take it very seriously. When you choose Thunderstruck Restorations you're choosing a partner in making your home a better place.
If you'd like to schedule an estimate or consultation for your wood deck project give us a call at (612) 806-7048 or fill out our online contact form and we'll get right back to you.
Our Clients Love Us!
Here's What They Say
This spring we had the pleasure of contracting out a deck with Kyle and his team at Thunderstruck Restorations. It all started out when an 80ft oak fell in our back yard right onto our deck. After contacting our insurance company, I called and made an appointment for an estimate, which was completed within days of calling. When I asked Kyle to be present for the insurance appraiser he agreed without question and spoke on our behalf, considering we were unfamiliar with deck construction and general building regulations. After completing our insurance claim, the team worked with us on pricing and design that best suited our needs, and was very understanding with our several design changes at the beginning of the process. (We were able to size up and go with aluminum spindles!) They took care of all the paperwork with the city and made everything as timely as possible with their already busy schedule. The only hiccup we ran into was when the city blue prints showed our septic tank in the wrong spot forcing us to shift the numbers of footing and install a larger beam for support. Through all of this, the team was communicative with the delays, processes, and very reasonable with the pricing adjustment. Once all the building supplies were in order, the deck went up so quickly - working around the random Minnesota weather, it really only took about a week. My wife and I couldn’t be happier with the service we received and were more impressed with the communication and the transparency during the process. We never felt out of the loop, and everything was always thoroughly explained to whichever one of us was home at the time. And of course we have to mention the craftsmanship of the deck: it’s exactly what we wanted, but better; the attention to detail and care making sure everything was straight, lined up, etc - it’s seriously perfect. They had to replace a couple pieces of siding underneath where the old deck had ruined some, and the pieces are blended in so well. Honestly, the deck feels too nice for this 40 year old house. We’ll definitely be calling Thunderstruck again for any future projects.
Thunderstruck is amazing! They recently completed a decking project at our house. They were extremely communicative and available for questions. We are incredibly happy with the craftsmanship and overall completion of our deck. Thunderstruck truly went above and beyond! We would highly recommend them for the completion of your future house project.
Kyle and his team were absolutely wonderful to work with. From the initial estimate, working through a couple issues on the previously installed footings and the completion of the deck, the process was great. My wife and I were very pleased and it was a good price!
Awesome job!! Kyle was very helpful with suggestions on a new deck and worked with us to keep the cost at an affordable and reasonable price. The whole crew was great! The finished product was even better than expected. Absolutely love my new deck!
Kyle and his team did a great job designing and building our deck expansion project. This project included building to code to support an elevated hot tub. We are very happy with the final product and definitely recommend them.
We hired ThunderStruck to tear down a deck, replace the footings (helical) and build a new Maintenance free deck with aluminum railing. Communications were very prompt with an initial bid within days. I believe the pricing was fair. Most importantly, the deck was built beautifully and with quality standards. I would definitely hire ThunderStruck again!