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Deck Builders in Mukilteo, WA

Snohomish County, Washington

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As an Everett deck builder, Cactus Decking serves homeowners throughout Mukilteo and Snohomish County with deck replacement, new deck installation, railings, stairs, covers, lighting, and custom outdoor living projects.

Our local team helps compare materials, site access, drainage, permits, budgets, and long-term maintenance before construction begins. Every scope is planned around Northwest weather and the way your household will use the finished space.

We serve every Mukilteo ZIP code, working with composite, cedar, PVC, Trex, and TimberTech options. Request a free estimate for your home.

Nearby, we also serve Everett, Marysville, Lake Stevens, Lynnwood.

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Who are the deck builders closest to Mukilteo, WA?

Cactus Decking is a licensed, bonded, and insured deck builder and deck contractor serving Mukilteo from 12029 24th Ave SE in Everett, about 5.3 miles by road from Mukilteo City Hall in Harbour Pointe. We build new decks, replace and repair old ones, and add railings, stairs, covers, and lighting. Mukilteo needs no permit for a deck under 200 sq ft and under 30 inches off the ground, or for replacing the boards on an existing deck and nothing more. Larger or higher decks need a permit, which we handle. Estimates are free and written, and our work carries a 10-year workmanship warranty.

By the Cactus Decking team in Everett, WA · Updated November 2026

DECK SERVICES IN MUKILTEO

Services in Mukilteo

Choose a service to view guidance and estimate options specifically for Mukilteo, WA.

Deck Replacement

Remove an unsafe, soft, or outdated deck and rebuild it with stronger structure and weather-ready materials.

Deck Replacement in Mukilteo

New Deck Installation

New and custom decks planned around your yard, home, entrances, and views, from simple platforms to multi-level builds.

New Deck Installation in Mukilteo

Deck Covers & Pergolas

Covered decks, pergolas, and patio covers that add shade and rain protection, so you can use the space more of the year.

Deck Covers & Pergolas in Mukilteo

Deck Design

Plan layout, materials, code details, railings, stairs, and build sequence before work starts.

Deck Design in Mukilteo

Deck Railing Systems

Code-ready aluminum, metal, composite, cable, glass, or wood railings that improve safety without losing the view.

Deck Railing Systems in Mukilteo

Deck Stairs

Safe, durable transitions between your home, yard, and deck that match the main structure.

Deck Stairs in Mukilteo

Deck Repair

Fix rotted or soft boards, loose railings, failing stairs, and damaged framing before small problems turn into a full replacement.

Deck Repair in Mukilteo
★★★★★
“We recently had our deck replaced by Cactus Decking, and we’re really happy with the results. The crew was professional, easy to work with, and paid attention to the little details. The whole project was finished on time, and our backyard looks so much better.”
Марія Б. · Deck replacement · Google review

Meet the crew behind your Mukilteo deck

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HOW IT WORKS

How our Mukilteo deck building process works

From the first call to the final walkthrough, you know what happens next and who is building your deck.

  1. Step 01

    Project Conversation

    We learn what you want to build and what matters most.

  2. Step 02

    Site Review & Estimate

    We review structure, access, materials, and design choices.

  3. Step 03

    Planning & Prep

    We align on details, permits, schedule, and materials.

  4. Step 04

    Clean Construction

    Our crew builds with care for safety, code, and finish.

  5. Step 05

    Final Walkthrough

    We review the finished space and answer every question.

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COMPLETED WORK NEARBY

Nearest projects to Mukilteo

Real Cactus Decking projects in nearby Everett, built by the same crew that works in Mukilteo.

Front Porch & Stair Rebuild in Everett

Front Porch & Stair Rebuild

Everett, Washington

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Composite Deck with Picture-Frame Border in Everett

Composite Deck with Picture-Frame Border

Everett, Washington

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Composite Deck Replacement with Gated Stairs in Everett

Composite Deck Replacement with Gated Stairs

Everett, Washington

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CUSTOMER REVIEWS

What our customers say

5.0
★★★★★

Every review on our Google Business Profile is 5 stars.

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47 customer reviews across Google and Thumbtack

  • 10-year workmanship warranty
  • TimberTech certified installer
  • Licensed, bonded & insured
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★★★★★Google review
“Maks and his crew did an amazing job renovating our porch and deck. We must have had 15 companies come and talk through the project with quotes. No one else came close to doing the same amount of work for the price. The deck and porch turned out nicer than we even imagined.”
Ben F.Porch & deck renovation
★★★★★Google review
“Mak’s and his crew scheduled time very quickly to come out and take measurements and provided a very thorough and detailed quote breaking everything down. … He and his crew were professional, showed up on time, kept me apprised to any changes throughout the project, made suggestions, and cleaned up every day.”
Chris W.Deck project
★★★★★Google review
“We recently had our deck replaced by Cactus Decking, and we’re really happy with the results. The crew was professional, easy to work with, and paid attention to the little details. The whole project was finished on time, and our backyard looks so much better.”
Марія Б.Deck replacement
PRICING GUIDE

How much does a deck cost in Mukilteo?

Real examples from our projects. A Mukilteo estimate is based on your deck’s size, height, materials, site access, slope, and the permit it needs.

Starter

Composite deck

around$20,000

About 12 × 12 ft

  • Composite decking
  • Aluminum railing
  • Ground-level, no stairs
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Most popular

Premium composite deck

around$38,000

About 20 × 14 ft

  • Premium composite decking
  • Custom layout
  • Stairs to the yard
  • Optional drink rail
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High end

Custom PVC deck

around$70,000

About 36 × 16 ft (500 sq ft)

  • PVC decking
  • Custom design
  • Drink rail & bench seating
  • Integrated lighting
  • Permit handling
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Every project includes a free written estimate and our 10-year workmanship warranty. See the full Everett deck cost guide. Ask about financing options or see our current special offers.

★★★★★
“Maks and his crew did an amazing job renovating our porch and deck. We must have had 15 companies come and talk through the project with quotes. No one else came close to doing the same amount of work for the price. The deck and porch turned out nicer than we even imagined.”
Ben F. · Porch & deck renovation · Google review
MEET THE TEAM

The people behind your deck

A small local team based in Everett, about 18 miles from Northgate. The people who plan and estimate your Mukilteo project are the same people who answer your calls during the build. Meet the Cactus Decking team

Max, Owner / Project Lead at Cactus DeckingOwner / Project Lead

Max

Keeps every project grounded in the real scope: site conditions, priorities, budget, timeline, and the next decision you need to make.

Vlad, Estimate & Design at Cactus DeckingEstimate & Design

Vlad

Helps compare layouts, materials, railing types, stairs, covers, lighting, and the choices that shape the final quote.

Dima, Build Crew at Cactus DeckingBuild Crew

Dima

Handles framing, decking, stairs, railings, and the jobsite work that turns the plan into a safe finished deck.

Deck builders near you in Mukilteo

Searching for “deck builders near me”, “deck builders in Mukilteo, WA”, “deck contractor in Mukilteo” or “deck company near me”? Cactus Decking is based at 12029 24th Ave SE in Everett (98208), about 6 miles from Mukilteo, so we give free on-site estimates anywhere in Mukilteo.

Look up your neighborhood or ZIP code in our Mukilteo neighborhood finder.

We also serve nearby Everett, Mill Creek, Lynnwood, Marysville, Snohomish, and Lake Stevens.

Mukilteo neighborhoods we serve

Type your neighborhood or ZIP code to check coverage and see what decks there usually need.

Harbour Pointe & Kamiak HS area

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About 5.3 miles from our Everett shop. We check whether the deck is attached and how high it sits, which decides the permit.

City Hall & Cyrus Way

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Close to Paine Field, where the area's rain is measured. We plan flashing, airflow, and drainage from the start.

Olympic View MS & Mukilteo Speedway corridor

98275

We inspect existing decks for rot at the ledger and joist ends before quoting a resurface or a rebuild.

Japanese Gulch

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We check for slopes over 40% near the deck site, since Mukilteo regulates them as critical areas.

Old Town & the waterfront

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Near Lighthouse Park, the ferry terminal, and Rosehill. Waterfront lots fall under the Shoreline Master Program, so we confirm shoreline rules first.

What Mukilteo deck plans need

Under 200 sq ft and under 30 inches

Mukilteo's permit page says no permit is needed for a deck less than 200 sq ft and less than 30 inches from the ground. Building or replacing a deck larger or higher than that requires a permit. The page doesn't address attached decks, so we confirm those with the city.

New boards need no permit

Replacing the boards on an existing deck, and nothing more, needs no permit in Mukilteo. If the joists, beams, and ledger are sound, resurfacing is the fastest way to a new-looking deck.

Slopes over 40% are critical areas

Mukilteo regulates any slope steeper than 40% as a critical area. Lots along ravines and the bluffs above Puget Sound can include one, so we check the grade near your deck before design and plan for a geotechnical review when the city asks for one.

Puget Sound shoreline

Waterfront lots fall under Mukilteo's Shoreline Master Program, MMC Title 17B. We confirm shoreline rules with the city for your address before drawing a deck near the water.

Most homes built after 1980

About 73% of Mukilteo's housing was built in 1980 or later, and only 4.1% before 1960. Many decks are original to the house and now 25 to 45 years old, the age when ledgers, joist ends, and railings need a close look.

Rain measured next door

Paine Field, 1 to 2 miles from City Hall, averages about 33 inches of rain on roughly 178 days a year (NOAA lists the day count as provisional). Capped boards, ledger flashing, and slip-resistant stair treads matter here.

TRY IT

Does your Mukilteo deck need a permit?

Is the deck floor more than 30 in. above the ground?

Is it larger than 200 sq ft?

Is the lot on a steep slope, near a shoreline, or in a wetland buffer?

Anything else?
Likely permit in Mukilteo

Building permit from the City of Mukilteo

A permit is needed because it's more than 30 in. above grade.

The city's wording is less than 200 sq ft and less than 30 inches, so a deck at exactly either limit needs a permit. The page doesn't address attached decks, so we confirm those with the city.

Based on the City of Mukilteo's published rules. The city makes the final call; we confirm for your address before pricing.

Guides for Mukilteo deck projects

★★★★★
“Mak’s and his crew scheduled time very quickly to come out and take measurements and provided a very thorough and detailed quote breaking everything down. … He and his crew were professional, showed up on time, kept me apprised to any changes throughout the project, made suggestions, and cleaned up every day.”
Chris W. · Deck project · Google review
SERVICE AREA

Our Mukilteo service area

Cactus Decking is based in Everett, about 6 miles away, and builds, replaces, and repairs decks throughout Mukilteo.

Mukilteo decks can face coastal air, wind, steep terrain, and view-sensitive layouts. Planning should account for corrosion-resistant hardware, stable railing systems, protected structural connections, and stairs that work with changing grade. Covers and lighting also need to be coordinated without unnecessarily blocking views or trapping moisture.

A Mukilteo estimate begins with the actual property rather than a citywide assumption. We review the existing structure or proposed footprint, access, drainage, stairs, railings, material exposure, permit needs, and how the household plans to use the space. That review determines which service and material options are appropriate.

DECKING MATERIALS

Brands & options we work with

Compare dependable decking and railing choices for Northwest weather, maintenance goals, appearance, and budget.

TrexComposite decking
TimberTechCertified installer
CEDARNatural wood
COMPOSITELow maintenance
PVCMoisture resistant
Trex vs TimberTechCompare Decking OptionsVisit our Material Studio
RAIN SEASON 2026–27

Deck care in Mukilteo this winter

Check for rot after the first storms

Soft boards, wobbly railings, and stains at the ledger show up when the deck is wet.

Deck Repair in Mukilteo

Make the stairs safe for dark, wet evenings

Clear moss and leaves, fix soft treads, and add grip and a light at the top landing.

Deck Stairs in Mukilteo

Plan a spring build now

Design, materials, and any permit review can be done during the rain season.

Deck Design in Mukilteo

Common deck questions in Mukilteo

Is there a deck builder near me in Mukilteo?

Yes. Cactus Decking is based at 12029 24th Ave SE in Everett, about 5.3 miles by road from Mukilteo City Hall. We work across the city, from Harbour Pointe and Cyrus Way to Olympic View and Old Town. Site visits and estimates are free and written, and our work carries a 10-year workmanship warranty.

Do I need a permit to build a deck in Mukilteo?

Not if the deck is less than 200 sq ft and less than 30 inches from the ground. Building or replacing a deck larger or higher than that requires a permit from the City of Mukilteo. The city's page doesn't say how it treats attached decks, so we confirm with the city before building one.

How much does a deck cost in Mukilteo?

Our typical projects range from about $20,000 for a 12 × 12 ft composite deck with aluminum railing to about $70,000 for a 500 sq ft custom PVC deck. In Mukilteo, deck height, slope work near ravines, and whether the old framing can stay move the price most. Every estimate is free and written.

Can I replace my deck boards in Mukilteo without a permit?

Yes. Mukilteo's permit page says replacing the boards on an existing deck, and nothing more, needs no permit. If we find rotted joists, beams, or a failing ledger under the boards, that is structural work, and we confirm with the city whether it needs a permit before we fix it.

Can you build a deck near a steep slope in Mukilteo?

Often, yes, with planning. Mukilteo regulates slopes steeper than 40% as critical areas, which adds review and may call for a geotechnical report. We check the grade near your deck site first, then design footings and a layout that work with the city's critical area rules.

Sources and building codes

Cactus Decking at a glance

Credentials
TimberTech certified installer · Licensed, bonded & insured Washington contractor, Reg. #BUSINMC824QE (license details)
Based in
Everett, WA 98208
Service area
Everett, Marysville, Lake Stevens, Mukilteo, Lynnwood, Mill Creek, Snohomish, Bothell, Woodinville, Redmond, Bellevue, and Seattle
We build
New decks, deck replacement, deck repair, custom deck design, railings, stairs, deck covers, and deck lighting
Materials
Trex and TimberTech composite, cedar, and PVC decking (Trex vs TimberTech)
Awards
Thumbtack Top Pro 2025 (see awards)
Estimates
Free written estimate before any work begins
Warranty
10-year workmanship warranty
Hours
Open 24 hours, 7 days a week
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