Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
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In business since 1996
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Hhc replaced our porch and worked on our foundation. We are very happy with the results. Would recommend them for sure."
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
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Credit card accepted
"I would highly recommend this company.They did an excellent job on my pool deck.Very efficient."
Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2020
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Emergency services offered
"Chris with Friesen Family Renovations, LLC was very professional and thorough in the work he has completed. He installed a new screen door, replaced my tub stem and faucet, repaired my subfloor in the kitchen and installed brand new LVP flooring to replace old and water damaged flooring. He also mounted a television for me, and did some drywall repairs as well. I would recommend this business to anyone looking for quality and dependable work!"
Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2009
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"Tru Metal was a pleasure to work with. Quality work, great price, and professional crew. Two days they had the asphalt shingles removed and the metal roof installed on a two story house."
Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1989
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"The deck turned out beautiful. That man doing it even had to work around a big bee hive and got stung a couple of times. They also power washed an adjoining cement patio and washed and painted a wooden swing. I would definitely recommend the Deck Doctor!"
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2006
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Warranties offered
"They did a super job on installing my front porch. All my neighbors have complimented me on it. Even though they were busy, they fit me into the year by doing the work in December 2016 and January 2017. Even though it was a cold year, they worked diligently outside in the cold and gave me a wonderful front porch."
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
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Emergency services offered
"Our installor was very nice and professional. More communication during installation so we have a better bit of knowledge. However, the final overall job looks wonderful. Great job."
+100
Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2018
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"This service provider was very efficient friendly knowledgeable and courteous. The jobs that he performed for us was installing a railing on our porch he mounted a television he mounted a ceiling light as well as advised us about our doorbell that is not working properly. His prices were Fair and I would do business with him again!"
Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2004
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"When trying to obtain a bid to replace the boards on our porch that had been water damaged, Designer Framing was one of the few to respond. They provided a very reasonable quote, showed up when they said they would, and completed the job in a day. Wonderful to work with and I would hire them again."
+35
Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Mitchell and the rest of the team were incredibly helpful and professional every step along the way. My new front porch is immaculate!"
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Last update on June 28, 2026
While the terms deck and porch are often used interchangeably, they are two distinct home features. Porches offer a roof that protects from the elements when coming and going from the house. Generally, porches are on the front of your home. On the other hand, decks are generally built in the backyard of a home and offer no roof or protection from the elements, like rain or snow. Porches typically require less maintenance and upkeep thanks to the roof, but both features require regular cleaning and repairs to maintain good condition.
The cost to build a deck is $8,025 on average. However, this cost can range anywhere from $1,500 to $22,000, depending on multiple factors, such as size, materials, and deck type. You can expect to pay $30 to $60 per square foot when building a new deck.
Cedar decks are often the most cost-effective option, ranging from $4 to $9 per square foot for materials. However, pressure-treated decking, which is resistant to rot, is more expensive, ranging from $15 to $25 per square foot for materials.
Yes, adding either a porch or deck (or both!) to your home can add value. Both of these features add character and curb appeal to your home, but even more importantly, they add an element of convenience. Plus, these home features create additional square footage of living space to your home. Adding a porch onto your home can give you a return on investment (ROI) of up to 84%, while adding a deck can provide an ROI of up to 80%.
Several types of porches are available to meet your needs and style preferences. Some common porch types include:
Porticos are essentially a roof over a walkway leading to the home's front entrance.
Sunrooms are closed-in porches that are an extension of the house with glass or plastic panels that allow optimal sunlight.
Wraparound porches extend around the entire home, or at least the front and one side, and offer multiple entrances to the house.
Back porches are an extension of the home’s floor into the outdoors. These offer more protection and privacy than a deck.
As with patios, there are many types of deck choices to choose from to add personalization to your home. Some common deck options include:
Attached decks are anchored to the home and include simple ground-level options or multi-level structures with stairways and separate landings.
Detached island decks are not attached to the home; they’re a freestanding structure in the yard.
Wraparound decks connect the back of the house with at least one other side and often are built with railings for safety.
Multi-level decks connect your deck through varying levels of elevation, featuring landings that are attached to stairs.
