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Techwood Decks · South San Francisco, California

Deck Builder in South San Francisco, CA

Custom decks by Techwood Decks, a licensed deck builder serving South San Francisco homeowners. See a project we built in South San Francisco below.

3D design rendering of a raised deck with cable railing in South San Francisco, CA

We design and build custom decks in South San Francisco that fit your lot, your home and the way you use your yard. Every project starts with a visit and a 3D design, and we build with TimberTech PVC and composite decking.

In South San Francisco we handle deck building, deck replacement, pergolas and outdoor living features such as lighting, benches and outdoor kitchens. Planning a budget? See what a deck costs in the Bay Area, with real totals from recent projects.

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Decks built for South San Francisco homes

  • Sloped and hillside lots, with engineered footings and structure
  • Low-maintenance TimberTech PVC and composite decking
  • Cable and aluminum railing, with LED lighting options
  • Permit drawings and City submittal handled by us

What we build in South San Francisco

  • New decks and full deck replacements
  • Raised and multi-level decks
  • Stairs, railings and gates
  • Outdoor lighting

A South San Francisco project

A New Deck in South San Francisco

A new raised deck with cable railing, stairs and a sunroom, shown with our 3D design renderings and a photo of the stairs and railing.

Deck stairs with cable railing in South San Francisco, CA
Composite deck with black cable railing in South San Francisco, CA
Sunroom opening onto a composite deck in South San Francisco, CA
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Permit guide

Do I need a permit to build a deck in South San Francisco?

In most cases, yes. South San Francisco follows California Residential Code R105.2 and exempts only low, free-standing decks:

  • Under 30 inches above grade
  • Under 200 square feet
  • Not attached to the house
  • Not serving the exit door

A deck attached to the house needs a building permit at any height. We confirm the requirements for your property and prepare the plans.

Permit requirements for a deck in South San Francisco

Requirements vary by project. For a typical deck we prepare:

  • Building permit application
  • Site plan showing the deck and property lines
  • Floor plan, framing plan and elevations
  • Structural details for footings, framing and railings
  • Structural calculations when an engineer is required
  • Product and material information

What the City checks

  • Structure: footings, framing, connections and loads
  • Guardrails and stairs
  • Compliance with the California Residential Code
  • Setbacks and lot coverage
  • Inspections during construction

How long it takes

Timing depends on the City’s review queue and on any comments that come back. Ask our team for the current estimate. South San Francisco Permit Center: (650) 829-6670.

Setbacks and zoning

  • Typical RL-8 setbacks: front 15 ft, interior side 5 ft, street side 10 ft, rear 20 ft, with 50% lot coverage. Other districts differ (Table 20.070.003).
  • Unenclosed, unroofed decks less than 30 inches high are not counted in lot coverage (Sec. 20.040.010).
  • How far a deck can project into a required yard depends on a section of the code we confirm with the City for each lot before design.

We handle it for you. Techwood Decks prepares the drawings, submits the permit and manages the inspections, so you do not have to deal with the City.

Sources: City of South San Francisco, Residential Permits Required and Work Exempt handout, and Municipal Code Secs. 20.040.010 and 20.070.003.

How it works

01

Consultation at your home

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3D design, so you see the deck before we build it

03

Material selection at our San Carlos showroom

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Permit and planning

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Construction

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Final walkthrough and warranty

South San Francisco deck FAQ

In most cases, yes. A deck needs a permit if it is attached to the house, 200 sq ft or more, 30 inches or more above grade, or serves an exit door. We confirm the rule for your property and handle the permit.

Cost depends on size, height, slope, materials and railing. We give a written estimate after a site visit and a 3D design. Call 650-640-1668 to schedule.

We build with TimberTech PVC and composite decking. These materials resist rot and insects, do not need staining and come in many colors. We bring samples to your visit.

Yes. We build raised and hillside decks, with engineered footings and structure where needed.

Yes. We prepare the drawings and engineering, submit them to the City and manage inspections through final.

Ready to plan your deck in South San Francisco?

Tell us about your yard and we will come out, measure and show you the deck in 3D.

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