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Serving Newark, OH and surrounding areas. (740) 322-4165
Newark Fence & Deck builds custom decks, fences, pergolas, and outdoor living spaces for homeowners in Newark and across Licking County. Free on-site estimates. No pressure, no obligation.
Newark Fence & Deck is your local Deck Builder in Newark, OH, offering 16 outdoor living services for homeowners across 12 communities in Licking County and beyond. Whether you need a brand-new deck built from scratch, a fence to reclaim your backyard, or a screened porch to fight off the bugs, we handle it all in-house - no subcontracting the parts that matter. Every project includes permit handling, a written proposal, and a crew that cleans up after itself.
No yard is the same - get a deck designed from scratch around how you actually want to use the space.
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Tired of staining every spring? Composite decking lasts 25+ years with nothing more than an occasional rinse.
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Trex boards resist splintering, fading, and rot - backed by a 25-year warranty straight from the manufacturer.
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The most affordable way to add real outdoor living space, built to handle Newark's freeze-thaw winters.
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Cedar is naturally rot-resistant and looks beautiful - a premium wood option without the composite price tag.
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Soft boards, wobbly railings, or frost-heaved posts? We fix what is broken before it becomes a safety issue.
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Seal your investment against Newark's wet springs and summer humidity before the wood starts to gray and crack.
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Slip-resistant, water-friendly surfaces built right around your pool so guests actually use the space around it.
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Vinyl fence stands up to Ohio winters without painting, staining, or rotting - privacy that lasts for decades.
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A solid wood privacy fence gives you a real backyard again - no neighbors, no street noise, just your space.
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Bugs in Newark can be bad in June and July - a screened porch lets you stay outside without the fight.
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Stay outside even when it rains - a covered deck extends your usable season well into fall.
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A pergola adds shade and structure to your yard without boxing it in - perfect for dining or hanging lights.
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Stop hauling food in and out - an outdoor kitchen deck puts the cooking where the party already is.
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Got a sloped yard in Newark? A multi-level deck turns an awkward grade into distinct, usable outdoor rooms.
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Code-compliant railings that feel solid when someone leans on them - because a wobble is a warning sign.
Learn MoreCall or fill out our contact form and describe what you are thinking - roughly how big, what type of project, and where on your property. You do not need all the answers yet. We respond within 1 business day to schedule a free on-site visit that fits your schedule.
A member of our team comes to your home, walks the yard, looks at the attachment point on your house, and talks through your goals. After the visit, you get a written proposal with a clear price. We handle the permit application once you agree - no trips to city hall on your part.
Once permits are approved and materials are on site, the crew gets to work. We keep your yard clean throughout, respect your neighbors, and do a final walkthrough with you when the job is done. You are never left guessing about where things stand - we communicate through the whole project.
We carry general liability insurance and workers' compensation on every project. If something goes wrong on your property, you are protected - not on the hook.
We come to your home, measure the space, and give you a written quote before you commit to anything. No pressure, no bait-and-switch pricing once work starts.
We have been building decks and fences in Newark and Licking County since 2017. We know local permit requirements, frost depths, and the older housing stock here better than out-of-town crews.
Every project starts with a detailed written estimate covering materials, labor, permit fees, and cleanup. The number you agree to is the number you pay.
Ready to get started? Request a free estimate or call us at (740) 322-4165.
"The crew was on our property for four days and left the yard completely clean every evening. The deck looks exactly like the drawing they showed us, and it passed inspection without any issues. We have had people over every weekend since it was finished."
Brian T., Heath, OH - Custom deck design and build
"We had a wood deck that was rotting and pulling away from the house. They caught that the footings had shifted from frost heave when they came out to estimate. The new composite deck has been solid through two winters and looks better than anything in the neighborhood."
Melissa K., Granville, OH - Composite deck installation
"We needed a privacy fence along the back of our lot before we could let our dog out safely. They gave us a quote within two days of calling and had the fence up the following week. It is straight, solid, and we have had zero problems with it."
Tom R., Pataskala, OH - Wood and privacy fence installation
We respond within 1 business day. There is no obligation and no sales pressure - just a straightforward conversation about your project. After you submit, someone from our office will call to schedule a free on-site estimate at a time that works for you.
(740) 322-4165Newark Fence & Deck serves Newark, OH and 11 surrounding communities, including Heath, Granville, and Pataskala. We cover all of Licking County and adjacent areas, with most free estimates scheduled within the same week you call.
In almost every case, yes. Any deck attached to your home or raised more than 30 inches requires a permit in Newark. The permit triggers inspections that protect you - not just the city. The Ohio Department of Commerce explains what is required statewide.
In Licking County, footings need to reach at least 36 inches below grade to get below the frost line. Shallow footings heave upward each winter, slowly tilting your deck until it becomes a safety issue. This is the single most important structural question to ask any contractor you are considering.
Both work well in Newark when installed correctly. Pressure-treated wood costs less upfront and handles Ohio winters with proper sealing. Composite costs more initially but needs no annual staining - most boards carry a 25-year warranty. Your budget and how much maintenance you want to do are the real deciding factors.
If fewer than a third of the boards are soft or cracked and the frame underneath is solid, repair is often worth doing. If posts are frost-heaved, the ledger is rotted, or the framing flexes when you walk on it, a rebuild is almost always the smarter investment. A contractor can tell you which applies after a short inspection.
A permitted, well-built deck is a documented asset that buyers can verify during inspection. The North American Deck and Railing Association notes that wood deck additions recoup a meaningful portion of their cost at resale in the Midwest - and an unpermitted deck can actually hurt a sale.
Late winter - February or March - is the best time to contact a contractor if you want a summer completion. Newark's building season runs April through October, and popular contractors fill their schedules quickly once the ground thaws. Waiting until May often means a late-summer start at the earliest.
Newark Fence & Deck is a licensed and insured Deck Builder company based in Newark, OH, serving Licking County and 11 surrounding communities since 2017. Our contractors are registered with the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board, which you can verify through the Ohio Department of Commerce. Over the years we have completed projects ranging from simple wood decks to multi-level composite builds, privacy fences, screened porches, and pergolas - all permitted and inspected. For the full story on who we are and how we work, visit our About page.
A sloped yard often creates an opportunity for a multi-level or raised deck rather than a problem. Your contractor will account for the slope in the design - but make sure they have actually walked your yard before quoting.
No. Late winter is the best time to start talking to contractors. Popular builders in Newark fill up quickly once the ground thaws in April. Starting in February or March gives you the best chance of a summer completion date.
A good contractor tells you before doing any extra work - not after. Get this commitment in writing before you sign a contract, so you are never surprised by an invoice that looks different from the estimate.
The North American Deck and Railing Association deck safety checklist is a useful reference for understanding what a properly built deck looks like - before and after construction. When you are ready to move forward, give us a call at (740) 322-4165 or request a free estimate online.
Newark is the county seat of Licking County and home to roughly 50,000 residents across a mix of older in-town neighborhoods and newer subdivisions on the outskirts. The city covers about 20 square miles and sits about 35 miles east of Columbus - close enough that Licking County has been one of the fastest-growing counties in Ohio as families look for more affordable housing. Census data shows a large share of Newark homes were built before 1960, which means many properties have older foundations, siding, and framing that require experience to work with correctly.
Newark is home to a number of well-known landmarks, including the Great Circle Earthworks, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by the Hopewell culture over 2,000 years ago - one of the largest geometric earthworks in the world. Downtown Newark is anchored by the Midland Theatre, a restored 1928 movie palace that now hosts concerts and live events, and Licking Memorial Hospital serves as one of the city's largest employers. Whether you live near the Great Circle or out by Route 16, our team works on all kinds of Newark homes.
Newark's clay-heavy glacial soil holds water instead of draining it, which is one reason wet springs and freeze-thaw winters are so hard on outdoor structures here. We set every deck footing below the 36-inch frost line, account for ledger attachment on older homes, and handle all City of Newark permit requirements in full. Building a deck here is different from building in Columbus or a newer suburb - and we have been doing it in this specific community since 2017.
By appointment only, no walk-ins.
Newark Fence & Deck
76 N 8th St
Newark, OH 43055
Always open, 24/7.
Contact Newark Fence & Deck today for a free, no-obligation estimate on your deck, fence, or outdoor living project in Newark, OH.