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American Custom Decks and more

Making Backyards Great Again

About

American Custom Decks and more is a fully insured team based out of Ballston Spa, NY. Certified to install the latest brands, we pride ourselves in delivering high quality service & products we'll stand behind for years to come.

 

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Decks

Compare the types of decks we offer to help make the best decision. We offer decks that are eco-friendly, low maintenance, long lasting, and much more.

Gazebos

Gazebos are used to cover and define patios or outdoor seating areas. They provide full coverage from the sunlight with a roof.

Pergolas

Pergolas use a lattice-style roof that can let a portion of sunlight through. The sun protection can be improved with the addition of shades or canopies.

Compare Deck Material

Lifespan Durability Appearance Maintenance Environmental Impact Strength Cost
Pressure Treated Pine SHORTEST
10 years; often less due to quickly deteriorating appearance.
LOWEST
Short term rot resistance due to chemical treatments.
POOR
Greenish appearance at first, then yellow with some grain detail.
HIGH
Annual cleaning, sanding, sealing required.
HIGH
Sustainable with proper forestry management. However, heavy chemicals infused to treat the wood.
MEDIUM
12,800 PSI*
690 Janka**
$
Western Cedars and Redwood MEDIUM (cedar)
15+ years.
MODERATE
Can rot without treatment and susceptible to insects.
MODERATE
Open grained, varying colors, detail varies from straight grained to excellent detail.
HIGHEST
Annual cleaning, sanding, sealing required.
MODERATE
Species sustainable with proper forestry management.
LOW (cedar)
7,500 PSI*
350 Janka**
$-$$
Tropical Hardwoods LONGEST
30+ years.
HIGHEST
Naturally rot resistant.
GOOD
Tight grained, brown, excellent detail.
LOW
Can be oiled annually to keep color rich.
HIGHEST
Unsustainable. Trees take hundreds of years to reach lumber-producing size. No proven re-growth plan with extinction looming.
HIGHEST (Ipe)
25,660 PSI*
3,510 Janka**
$$$$
Black Walnut LONG
20+ years.
HIGH
Naturally rot resistant.
AMAZING
Grain detail and color variation is unique and world renowned.
LOWEST
Should be oiled every 2 to 5 years to keep color rich and protect streaks of sap wood.
LOW
Quick growth and fast reproduction through midwest plantations
HIGH
14,600 PSI*
1,010 Janka**
$$$$
Sassafras LONG
20+ years.
HIGH
Naturally rot resistant.
GOOD
Straight grained, with a lighter brown color, excellent detail.
LOW
Can be oiled annually to keep color rich.
LOW
Quick growth and fast reproduction. A pioneer species
MEDIUM
9,000 PSI*
630 Janka**
$$
Black Locust LONGEST
30+ years.
HIGHEST
Naturally rot resistant.
GOOD
Tight grained, brown, excellent detail.
LOW
Can be oiled annually to keep color rich.
LOWEST
Quick growth and fast reproduction, 40 years average age to harvest a lumber producing tree.
HIGH
19,400 PSI*
1,700 Janka**
$$$
Composite Decking *** LONGEST
30+ years.
HIGHEST
Naturally rot resistant.
MODERATE
Variable, but artificial appearance; limited grain detail.
LOW
Should be cleaned with soap and water or a gentle pressure washer twice annually.
LOW
Made using 95% post-consumer plastic film and reclaimed sawdust.
LOW
4,351 PSI*
854 Janka**
$$

 

* Modulus of Rupture [MOR] is how much pressure is required to crack or break the board. The decking “rupturing” under pressure. Like blowing a tire on your truck. How much weight can the decking support before coming apart? The force required to put your foot through the decking.
** Janka is how well a wood will withstand dents, dings, and wear—as well as indirectly predicting the difficulty in nailing, screwing, sanding, or sawing a given wood species.
*** We use the Trex Transcend® product, which is the highest level of performance available.

 

Trex Decking

Trex is long-lasting composite decking product sustainably manufactured in the USA. It is backed by a 25-Year Limited Residential and Fade & Stain warranty, and offers many advantage over wood decks.

Why Trex over Wood?

Long-lasting
Trex won't rot, split, splinter, crack, and still looks great after the 25 year guarantee.

No Maintenance
Cedar, Pressure-Treated Lumber, and Redwood needs to be painted, stained, or sealed seasonally. Trex can be cleaned with just soap and water.

Low Cost
With the increased price in lumber, Trex is now less expensive than some wood options.

Sustainable Manufactured
Made in the USA using 95% post-consumer plastic film and reclaimed sawdust. Trex saves 500 million pounds of plastic and wood from landfills each year and helps prevent deforestation.

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