🪚 Deck Upgrades That Don’t Suck (or Rot) in Kitsap County

Cody Orndoff
Jul 8
2 min read

“Because mossy stairs and splinter patrol weren’t on your summer fun list.”

Let’s be real: Washington decks go through it. Rain, pine needles, moss, mystery slime… It’s no wonder half the decks we see look more haunted than happy.

But here’s the good news: you don’t have to keep dodging rot, patching soft spots, or pretending that mildew stain is “patina.” At Clever Habitat Pros, we rebuild, upgrade, and reimagine decks that actually last — and look good doing it.

Here are the most common deck fails we fix around Kitsap and King counties:

🍿 1. The Wood That Gave Up

Soft boards, warped planks, nails popping like popcorn — we’ve seen it all. A lot of older decks were built with untreated wood or skipped basic sealing. Around here? That’s basically an open invitation to rot.

Remove damaged wooden step plank on an outdoor staircase. The setting is rustic with green plants in the background.

We fix it by:

Swapping to composite or pressure-treated lumber
Sealing and staining with moisture-resistant finishes
Adding proper ventilation and drainage underneath

Your deck shouldn’t sponge up water like a cake.

🪜 2. Stairs That Should Come With a Liability Waiver

If your deck stairs are slippery when wet (which is always) or bounce like a carnival ride, it’s time.

We upgrade stairs with:

Treads that don’t hold water
Secure handrails (no more wobbly ones)
Grip strips or textured materials for safety

Bonus: we’ve done lighting under stair lips for nighttime glow. Looks slick, feels safe.

🪚 3. Railings From the Year “Ehh, Good Enough”

That loose 2x4 your uncle added in 1998 isn’t a railing — it’s a suggestion.

We install railings that:

Meet modern safety codes
Add style (cable rail, metal, wood, or hybrid)
Hold up to weather, pets, and kids doing parkour

Sturdy railings = peace of mind and a better view.

Wooden deck attached to a gray house, with a grill visible. Grass and trees in the yard, neighboring houses in the background. Clear sky.

🍖 4. Decks That Just… Don’t Deck

If your deck is barely big enough for a grill and a single folding chair, let’s fix that. A great deck is an outdoor room, not a forgotten ledge.

We help you:

Expand the footprint for real furniture
Add covered sections (because rain)
Plan zones: dining, lounging, plants, fire pit

Think of it like adding square footage… just with way more fresh air.

Modern backyard deck with a hot tub, wicker dining set, and circular seating. Red tree and greenery enhance the serene atmosphere.

🧠 Let’s Turn “Sad Deck” Into “Backyard Dream”

You don’t have to settle for splinters and soggy lumber. Whether you want a clean rebuild, a total reimagining, or just safer stairs, we’re here to make your deck not suck. And definitely not rot.

📧 cleverhabitatpros@gmail.com📞 (931) 279-2792 Or contact us to schedule your deck consult.