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Serving DeLand, FL and surrounding areas. (386) 327-0020
Custom DeLand Deck & Fence is a deck builder and fence contractor serving New Smyrna Beach, FL. We build pool decks, composite decks, and screened porches using materials rated for salt air and coastal humidity - with every project permitted through the City of New Smyrna Beach.
We have served Volusia County homeowners since 2018, and our crew works on both sides of the water - the beachside barrier island and the mainland neighborhoods west of the Intracoastal Waterway.
Pool ownership is common in New Smyrna Beach neighborhoods, and the deck around the water takes a daily beating from UV, splash, and the high ambient humidity that comes with living near the Atlantic coast. We build pool decks with non-slip, heat-resistant surfaces suited to Florida summers and materials that hold up to saltwater exposure from both the pool and the surrounding air.
Beachside and Intracoastal-adjacent homes in New Smyrna Beach put standard pressure-treated wood through harder conditions than most inland properties ever see. Composite boards resist salt-air bleaching, hold their color through years of Florida sun, and need no annual sealing - a practical upgrade for coastal homeowners who want a low-maintenance outdoor space.
New Smyrna Beach is one of the top surf towns on the East Coast, but the same coastal conditions that draw surfers bring heavy mosquito and no-see-um pressure from spring through fall. A screened enclosure lets you enjoy the outdoor air and breezes from your porch or deck without the insects - an upgrade that pays off quickly on any waterfront or canal-adjacent lot.
New Smyrna Beach has a mix of closely spaced older homes near the historic Canal Street area and newer mainland subdivisions where privacy fencing is a frequent request. Vinyl holds up against the coastal humidity and salt air without the peeling, splitting, or rusting that wood and metal fences develop over time in this environment.
New Smyrna Beach gets regular afternoon thunderstorms throughout summer that arrive quickly off the water. A covered deck or solid patio roof lets you use the space through the whole afternoon, not just on dry days - and it protects the deck surface below from the kind of repeated wet-dry cycling that shortens the life of exposed wood boards.
A large share of New Smyrna Beach homes were built in the 1960s through 1980s, and wood decks from that era are well past their service life in Florida's coastal climate. Soft boards, rotted posts, and loose railings are common on structures this age. We inspect the full framing before quoting so you know upfront what can be repaired and what needs full replacement.
New Smyrna Beach has about 28,000 residents and a high rate of owner-occupied housing. A large share of the homes here were built between the 1950s and 1980s, which means they are now 40 to 70 years old - the age when original decks, porches, and fences are typically well past their designed service life. The city is split between the mainland and the beachside barrier island, and conditions differ significantly between the two. Beachside homes face direct Atlantic salt air every day, which accelerates corrosion on metal fasteners, bleaches untreated wood, and breaks down paint and exterior coatings faster than most homeowners expect. Even a modest distance from the ocean or the Intracoastal Waterway makes a difference in how quickly outdoor structures degrade.
The rise in home values in New Smyrna Beach over recent years has pushed more homeowners to invest in upgrades and improvements to protect and improve properties that are now worth considerably more. At the same time, the city's short-term rental market means many owners need exterior work that can be turned around efficiently and will hold up through heavy seasonal use. Sandy coastal soil, a high water table in low-lying areas, and the frequency of hurricane-season storms all factor into how outdoor structures need to be designed and built in this specific market - a contractor who has not worked here regularly may not account for all of those conditions when specifying materials and methods.
Our crew works throughout New Smyrna Beach regularly, and we understand the local conditions that affect deck building and fence work here. Residential permits in New Smyrna Beach run through the City of New Smyrna Beach Building Division and we know what local inspectors require for deck and enclosure projects in this jurisdiction. The permit process here is distinct from Volusia County unincorporated areas, and understanding the difference keeps projects on schedule.
We work on both sides of the water in New Smyrna Beach. Beachside homes near the surf - the area bordering Canaveral National Seashore to the south and up through the barrier island neighborhoods - require material specifications that are different from what we specify for properties west of US-1 on the mainland. Historic homes near Canal Street downtown often have original construction that needs careful evaluation before any attachment or alteration. Mainland subdivisions built in the 2000s are more standardized but face the same high humidity and summer storm pressure as every other part of New Smyrna Beach.
We also regularly serve homeowners in Edgewater just to the north, where similar coastal conditions along the Indian River Lagoon require the same attention to material durability and corrosion resistance that beachside New Smyrna Beach properties demand.
Reach us by phone or through the contact form and describe what you are looking to build or repair. We respond within one business day and will set up a convenient time to visit the property - no pressure, no obligation.
We visit the property, measure the space, and assess site conditions - including soil, drainage, and exposure factors that affect cost and material choice. You receive a written estimate before any decision is made, so there are no surprises on price.
Once you approve the scope, we apply for the required City of New Smyrna Beach permit and schedule construction to begin as soon as the permit is issued. Most on-site work takes three to seven days depending on project size.
We coordinate and pass the required city inspection before calling the job complete. We walk the finished project with you so you can confirm every detail is right before we leave - and so you know exactly what was built and how to care for it.
We serve all of New Smyrna Beach - beachside and mainland. Call us or submit your project details for a free, no-obligation estimate.
(386) 327-0020New Smyrna Beach is a small coastal city of about 28,000 people on Florida's central Atlantic coast in Volusia County. The city is divided between the mainland to the west and the barrier island beachside to the east, connected by bridges over the Intracoastal Waterway. The beachside is known nationwide among surfers and is home to a concentrated stretch of older beach cottages and established residential neighborhoods, many dating from the 1950s through the 1970s. The historic downtown along Canal Street is a recognized arts district, and the older homes in that area have their own construction character distinct from the newer mainland subdivisions west of US-1.
Homeowners here have seen property values rise significantly since 2020, and renovation and improvement activity has followed. The city attracts both year-round residents and seasonal visitors, and a portion of the housing stock operates as short-term rentals - which means some properties need work turned around efficiently and maintained to a higher standard of wear. We serve New Smyrna Beach alongside the nearby communities of Daytona Beach to the north and Port Orange, giving homeowners across the central Volusia County coast a consistent local option for deck building and fence work.
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Learn MoreCall us or request a free estimate online - we respond within one business day and serve all of New Smyrna Beach, from the beachside barrier island to the mainland neighborhoods.