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Techwood Decks · Burlingame, California

Deck Builder in Burlingame, CA

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

Composite deck with steel railing in Burlingame, CA

We design and build custom decks in Burlingame 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 Burlingame 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 Burlingame 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 Burlingame

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

A Burlingame project

A Deck Replacement in Burlingame

A deck replacement with TimberTech Prime+ decking in Coconut Husk and black steel railing, with new stairs and a long walkway along the house.

Deck stairs with black steel railing in Burlingame, CA
Long composite deck with railing in Burlingame, CA
TimberTech Prime+ Coconut Husk deck beside a house in Burlingame, CA
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Permit guide

Do I need a permit to build a deck in Burlingame?

In most cases, yes. Burlingame 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. Part of Burlingame’s mailing area is unincorporated San Mateo County, where the rules differ. We confirm which one applies to your lot and prepare the plans.

Permit requirements for a deck in Burlingame

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. Burlingame Building Division: (650) 558-7260.

Setbacks and zoning

  • Typical R-1 setbacks: front 15 ft on the first floor, street side 7.5 ft on the first floor, and an interior side that grows with the lot width, from 3 ft on a narrow lot to 7 ft on a wide one (Sec. 25.10.030).
  • If the homes on the same side of the block are set back more than 15 ft on average, the average applies to the front setback (Sec. 25.10.050).
  • Lot coverage is 40% on an interior lot and 60% on a corner lot. We measure your 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 Burlingame Building Division, Exempted Work handout (December 2025), and Municipal Code Secs. 25.10.030 and 25.10.050.

How it works

01

Consultation at your home

02

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

03

Material selection at our San Carlos showroom

04

Permit and planning

05

Construction

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Final walkthrough and warranty

Burlingame 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 Burlingame?

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

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