Custom deck building & repair in Kawartha Lakes, ON for waterfront and cottage properties. Built with durable materials and permits support by licensed local pros.
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Got referred to these guys by a friend and I’m glad I went with them. I expected it to be more expensive, but the price was fair for the quality. Materials look great and the install is nice and clean. Also appreciated that they cleaned up everything after , not everyone does that. Overall, great experience.
I’m really happy with my new deck! The team did a fantastic job. They listened to what I wanted, and it turned out just as I imagined. Great work!
The XP Decking company was really easy to work with. They kept me updated, finished on schedule, and the deck is solid and looks great. I’m so pleased.
Decking in Kawartha Lakes isn’t the same as suburban Toronto work. Waterfront setbacks, Kawartha Conservation regulated areas, floodplain restrictions, and seasonal property conditions all change how a deck gets designed and built here.
From a first deck on a Sturgeon Lake waterfront property to a full rebuild on a Lindsay home, every service below is handled in-house by our own crew.
Waterfront lots along Cameron Lake or Balsam Lake have completely different design requirements than a rural residential property in Omemee or a suburban home in Lindsay. We build the full range across all of them.
Waterfront decks face moisture from below, sun from above, and freeze-thaw from all sides. We spec materials that perform in real Kawartha Lakes conditions, not just showroom conditions.
A permit is required for any deck 0.6 metres (2 feet) or higher above grade, regardless of size or attachment. Below that height no permit is needed, but City zoning still applies.
Waterfront and sloped lots hit 0.6 m easily. We confirm your deck’s height profile at the site visit and file with City of Kawartha Lakes Building Division under By-law 2024-219 if required.
Important for cottage owners: unclosed permits from previous work can delay property sales and mortgage refinancing. We close every permit with a final inspection and can help resolve outstanding ones on your property.
Shoreline, riverfront, floodplain, and steep-slope properties fall under Kawartha Conservation’s regulated area under Ontario Regulation 41/24. Most waterfront cottage lots on Sturgeon, Cameron, and Pigeon Lake need a Kawartha Conservation permit before the City issues a building permit.
We check your regulated-area status at the site visit and handle the Kawartha Conservation application, so this step never causes a delay.
Every deck we build in Kawartha Lakes, whether waterfront, rural or residential, comes with our 5-year limited labour warranty. Manufacturer warranties from Trex, AZEK and IPE suppliers add 25+ years of product coverage.
We visit your property, assess lot grade, shoreline or floodplain proximity, and existing structure condition, then give you a clear itemized quote. No charge.
We confirm the 0.6m height threshold, file the building permit with City of Kawartha Lakes Building Division under By-law 2024-219, and handle any required Kawartha Conservation regulated area application before breaking ground.
Our crew sets footings to Ontario Building Code frost depth, which is critical in Kawartha Lakes’ Central Ontario climate. We frame, deck, install railings and stairs, and complete any lighting or pergola extras.
We schedule and pass all required City of Kawartha Lakes inspections and close the permit file properly, so no open permits are left behind. We hand over all documentation and walk through the finished deck with you.
Each of these pages is written around the City of Kawartha Lakes’ own rules.
Town Lots, Cottages and Waterfront.
Fence Installation in Kawartha Lakes →Shade for the Cottage and the Lakeside Deck.
Pergola Installation in Kawartha Lakes →Cottage Gazebos That Last the Winter Alone.
Gazebo Installation in Kawartha Lakes →One local crew for every stage of a deck in Kawartha Lakes: new deck installation, repairs to a deck that is still worth keeping, and full replacement when it is not. We serve Lindsay, Fenelon Falls, Bobcaygeon, Omemee and Coboconk, and the cottages on Sturgeon, Pigeon and Balsam Lakes.
New decks designed for the lot and built to the Ontario Building Code, with the permit filed with the City of Kawartha Lakes and every footing below the frost line. Composite, cedar or pressure-treated, ground-level to second storey.
Rotted boards, loose railings, sagging frames and worn finishes. We inspect the frame first and repair what is sound. See our deck repair service.
When the frame is past saving we remove the old deck, haul it away and rebuild on new footings. Deck replacement and removal, permits and inspections included.
We serve Lindsay, Fenelon Falls, Bobcaygeon, Omemee, Coboconk, and communities throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes. Free on-site visit, straight pricing, no pressure.
Phone: 647-366-9908
Service Area: Kawartha Lakes, Lindsay, Fenelon Falls, Bobcaygeon, Omemee, and surrounding Central Ontario communities
Most homeowners get their quote within 48 hours of the site visit. We come to your property, assess the full site, and give you a firm number before any work begins.
Call us: (647) 366-9908Nearby Kawartha Lakes we build in Muskoka, Keswick, and across the rest of York Region and cottage country. Each town page covers its own permit rules.
We prepare the drawings, file the application and book the inspections. Rules change; we confirm them with the town before quoting.
A permit is required whenever your deck reaches 0.6 metres (2 feet) above grade at any point, regardless of size or whether it's attached to your home. Decks below that height are exempt but must still comply with City zoning by-laws. We confirm the threshold at your site visit and file the permit under By-law 2024-219 if required.
Yes, for most waterfront and shoreline properties. Under Ontario Regulation 41/24, Kawartha Conservation regulates development near lakes, rivers, floodplains, and steep slopes across the watershed. A Kawartha Conservation permit is required before the City issues your building permit. We handle the application on your behalf.
Yes, and it’s a real issue in Kawartha Lakes. Unclosed permits from previous work can delay mortgage approvals and real estate closings, and the City of Kawartha Lakes flags them at the time of sale. We close every permit we open with a final inspection sign-off, and we can help identify and resolve older permit issues on your property.
IPE hardwood and composite (Trex or AZEK) are the top choices for waterfront and shoreline builds. Both resist the moisture, UV, and freeze-thaw exposure that waterfront sites deliver year-round. Cedar is also popular for cottage aesthetics with proper maintenance. We recommend based on your specific site conditions and how much upkeep you want.
Kawartha Lakes deck builds range from $8,000 for a simple ground-level pressure-treated build to $35,000+ for large composite or IPE waterfront decks with railings, stairs, and pergola work. Waterfront sites with grade changes or Conservation approvals required may add to timeline and cost. We provide a full itemized quote after the site visit.
Yes. We work on seasonal and year-round properties throughout the region. If you're converting a seasonal cottage to year-round use, we assess the existing deck structure, recommend what needs upgrading, and build to full Ontario Building Code frost depth and year-round performance standards.
Standard builds take 4-7 days on-site. Kawartha Conservation applications and permit review both run concurrently where possible to minimize overall timeline. City of Kawartha Lakes permit review typically takes up to 10 business days for complete applications.
Yes. XP Decking is fully insured and compliant with Ontario Building Code requirements and City of Kawartha Lakes Building By-law 2024-219. We carry full liability coverage and manage all permits, Conservation approvals, and inspections on every build.
The deck builders worth hiring in Kawartha Lakes pull the permit with the City of Kawartha Lakes, pass the footing, framing and final inspections, quote line by line, and can show photos of their own work. XP Decking does all four, has built across Kawartha Lakes and the rest of York Region and cottage country for more than 15 years, and holds a 5.0 rating on Google. Ask any builder you are comparing the same questions, then book a free site visit with us.
