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Deck Resurfacing for Homes Around Shakerag in Johns CreekJohns Creek · Fulton County
Johns Creek: When the boards on a deck are worn out but the posts, beams and joists underneath are still solid, resurfacing puts a new walking surface on the structure you already have. For Johns Creek homes, we strip the old decking, protect and tune up the frame, and install new boards, stairs and railings that fit the house. Owner-operated, with a free written estimate.
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Homeowner guide · Johns Creek
Deck resurfacing in Shakerag, Johns Creek
For Shakerag homes in Johns Creek, resurfacing starts with a careful inspection of the posts, beams and joists, since the whole plan depends on whether that frame deserves new decking.
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Keeping the footprint when the lot is tight on options
Johns Creek has wooded lots and stream corridors, and the city documents an undisturbed stream buffer plus an extra setback where impervious surface is not allowed. On a lot near a creek, building a bigger or relocated deck can run into those limits. Working within the footprint you already have is often the simplest way to get a deck that feels new.
Resurfacing keeps the existing footings and layout in place and focuses the work on the surface you see and touch. Whether any part of a project triggers review depends on your parcel and the scope, so we look at your address before the estimate is written. If the plan changes size or shape, that conversation happens early.
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Switching from wood boards to composite on the same frame
Many homeowners use resurfacing as the moment to move from pressure-treated wood to composite or PVC boards. The new surface will not need staining, resists splinters and holds color better. The catch is that composite has its own rules about joist spacing, fastening and gapping, and some older frames were laid out for wood only.
We measure joist spacing and check the frame against the board manufacturer's requirements before recommending a product. Sometimes that means adding blocking or sister joists so the new boards stay flat and quiet underfoot. It is far easier to sort that out with the old boards off than after the new ones are down.
How it works
Five steps. No surprises.
Call, text, or send the form
Tell us what is going on: a new deck, a repair, or “not sure yet.” We reply the same day.
Free on-site visit
Breno looks at the deck or the yard himself, measures, and goes over your options with you.
Written estimate
Scope, materials and price come in writing, so you know the plan before anything starts.
Schedule and permits
We agree on a start date and confirm any city, county or HOA requirement for your address first.
Build and final walk-through
Breno is on the job, and we go over the finished work with you before we call it done.
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Real photos from B&T projects in North Georgia, not necessarily from Johns Creek.
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Protecting the joists you are keeping
Once the old decking is removed, the tops of the joists are exposed for the first time since the deck was built. That is the moment to look for soft spots, old fastener holes that let water in, and joists that have crowned or dipped. A frame that is mostly sound can still have a few members that need replacing or reinforcing.
We often add joist tape or a similar barrier on top of the framing before the new boards go on. It helps shed water away from fastener penetrations, where rot usually begins. It is a small step that makes sense when you are investing in a new surface and want the frame underneath to keep up with it.
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Stairs, railings and the details that make it look new
New boards next to tired stairs and wobbly railings look unfinished. Resurfacing usually includes new stair treads and risers, and often new railings in a style that suits the house, from wood pickets to composite rails or metal balusters. Railing posts get checked carefully, since a new rail is only as solid as what it is bolted to.
Edge details also matter: picture-frame borders around the perimeter, fascia boards that hide the rim joists, and clean transitions at the house and stairs. Those are the parts that make a resurfaced deck look like a finished project rather than a patch job.
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Design review in Johns Creek communities
Many larger Johns Creek subdivisions are HOA-managed, and several country-club communities such as Country Club of the South, St. Ives Country Club and Medlock Bridge have design review. A switch from stained wood to a composite color, or new railing styles, may need approval depending on the community.
Send us your community details at the start, and we can prepare product names, colors and railing drawings for your submission. Deck permits in Johns Creek go through the city's Community Development division, and we tell you what your address and scope will need before work is scheduled.
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How resurfacing works with us
Breno visits personally to look at the frame from above and below, check the ledger and posts, and hear what you want from the new surface. Our Free Deck Health Check gives you written notes on the existing deck, so you know whether resurfacing is realistic before you choose boards. Then you get a free written estimate spelling out the scope.
We stand behind our finished work for a full year. Across Johns Creek, we resurface decks near State Bridge Road, Jones Bridge Road and McGinnis Ferry Road, and in nearby Alpharetta, Milton and Cumming.
Straight answers
Johns Creek homeowner questions
Our Johns Creek deck backs up to a creek. Can we resurface it?
In many cases, yes, because resurfacing keeps the existing footprint. Stream buffer rules depend on your parcel and the scope of work, so we review your address before the estimate is written.
Can composite boards go on a frame that was built for wood?
Often, but not always. Composite usually needs closer joist spacing and specific fastening. We measure the frame and add blocking or joists where needed before recommending it.
What is joist tape and do we need it?
It is a protective strip applied to the top of joists before new boards are installed. It helps keep water out of fastener holes, which is where rot often starts. We recommend it on most resurfacing jobs.
Will you replace the stairs when you resurface?
Usually, yes. New treads and risers keep the stairs consistent with the new deck surface. We also check stringers and replace them if they are soft or cracked.
Does Country Club of the South or St. Ives require approval for new decking?
Those communities have design review, and a change in material, color or railing style may need approval. Check with your association, and we can supply product details for the submission.
What if you find rotten joists once the boards are off?
We show you and explain the fix before moving on. A few bad joists can be replaced or sistered. If too much of the frame is compromised, a full rebuild may make more sense.
Can we add hidden fasteners on a resurfaced deck?
Yes, with most composite and some wood boards. Hidden fasteners give a clean surface without visible screw heads, and we plan them with the board choice.
Can we change the railing style while resurfacing?
Yes. Resurfacing is a natural time to switch to composite rails, metal balusters or a different wood style. We make sure the posts are solid enough for the new railing.
Is the old decking hauled away?
Yes. Removal and disposal of the old boards, fasteners and railings is part of the scope we list in the written estimate.
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What the neighbors are saying
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“Breno did an excellent job repairing my home. He was professional, reliable, and paid close attention to every detail. The quality of his work exceeded my expectations…”
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“Breno F. is an incredible man. He helped my aging mother when no one else would and went the extra mile with a complex home repair. His work is meticulous and his follow through is commendable. He is a good man with a great heart. Highly recommended!”
Who’s doing the work
About B&T Properties
Owner-operated by Breno. Collectively, our team brings 10+ years of deck-building experience, and B&T Properties carries General Liability insurance. Serving Johns Creek and the rest of Fulton County.
Upgrades
Make it yours: popular upgrades
Ask about any of these when Breno comes out for your free estimate. They are easiest to price in when we plan the project, not after it is built.
Lighting
Stair and post lights that make evenings outside safer and nicer.
Cover or screens
Shade, rain cover or screens, planned in from the start.
Composite decking
Boards that resist rot and skip the yearly stain. Worth pricing in at the start.
Multi-level layouts
Step down a sloped yard with separate levels for dining and lounging.
Written warranty
1-year workmanship warranty
One year, in writing, on our labor from the completion date. If our own workmanship is why something fails, B&T Properties makes it right at no cost to you. Materials fall under the manufacturer’s warranty; wear, weather, misuse, neglect and third-party work are not covered. Request service in writing.
Free written estimate
Tell Breno about your Johns Creek deck — free and in writing.
No call center, no sales rep — the person who answers is the person who does the work.