The entire Deck Guardian process from start to finish was the best experience I have ever had with a contractor - to be clear that is not an exaggeration; they handled themselves professionally, communicated clearly, completed the work well within the schedule that was discussed and agreed on, and were the best priced option of 5 other contractors we met with. Overall Deck Guardian (Ion & his team) did an incredible job on our pressure treated wood deck! When we decided that we were going to put a deck onto the house, my wife and I began to do some research to speak with and meet with contractors to survey our property and consult us on design options that worked best with our property (slight grade) We called five different deck builders prior to Deck Guardian and I only wish we had called them sooner in our search. Jon took 30 minutes over the phone to hear about our project and asked questions that no other contractors had asked that showed us he was not looking for a quick in and out job but wanted to make sure we got the first deck for what we wanted. He asked us for some pictures of our property so he could sketch up some ideas based on our conversation. He then sent us some hand drawn sketches to begin with and then came on site (in the snow no less) to measure and finalize design options. Once we were settled on a design he was able to guide us through the entire process from start to finish. Jon also dealt with our Township in order to obtain permits for the project which was very helpful and when a question came up and a design change was needed he was at town hall the next day to ensure that there would be no delay in schedule. the deck that the team built is beautiful, ~480sf, two level pressure treated with a radial stair opening up into our backyard and we absolutely love it. I would strongly recommend Deck Guardian to anyone looking for a deck builder. The team is very courteous, very clean (you would never know our backyard was a construction site, I didn't even lose any grass from materials stored on property or the bobcat tracks! They were on time every single day and communicated exactly what was going on throughout the entire project. We have been recommending the team to all of our friends and neighbors who have come over to enjoy our new deck! read more

We found this company on angieslist and their excellent reviews are justified. The project manager, Ion, worked with us from contract development to final payment. He accommodated our schedule (late evening meetings), was very knowledgeable and easy to talk to, explained everything and was always available for questions. Everything was spelled out in the contract and work started on schedule. The crew (headed by Petru) was very professional--they showed up every morning, were courteous, and cleaned up after each day. They worked efficiently and seemed to really care about the details and it shows in the quality of their work. Ion kept on top of everything and was always in touch with us. Their communications skills are amazing. We have done many of renovations over the years and this company is by the far the best contractor we have dealt with, which is saying alot! We added in extra work as the project progressed (add a gate to our fence, new railings along retaining wall, and other little things). Ion gave us a reasonable quote so we agreed. He then sent us receipts for the extra parts without our asking for them. He is very upfront and trustworthy. Highly recommend them! No headaches with the entire process; if there were any breaks in work (holidays, inspections, etc.), we were notified beforehand. Again, their communication skills are impeccable and they were on top of everything. They were the lowest quote out of 4 companies and work looks amazing. Work included demolition of old structure, new trex transcend 18x20 second story screened in deck with roof and new electrical work. They provided the architect, plans, permits--everything was handled by the company. 45k read more

I do not normally write reviews, but wanted to write this review because of the outstanding work and service provided by Deck Guardian. The whole process was very smooth. We were looking to replace our old and weathered very large (750 sf) wooden deck. We had several estimates, and the estimator for Deck Guardian came in the rain and responded promptly with an estimate. We went to the show room and narrowed down our choices. The show room probably could be better laid out and more customer friendly, but the salesman answered all of our questions and was patient as we changed our mind several times about color and other add-ons. The project manager was in touch with us within 24 hours of signing the contract, and the workers showed up exactly on the day the project manager promised (only 3 days after signing). From that point, the Deck Guardian guys worked from 8 until 5 every day until the job was done. They were excellent, and ran into several problems along the way (we needed to replace some of our wood foundation beams and joists) but each time the project manager immediately called us, worked out the solution, and the guys continued with their work. They accidentally broke a basement window during construction, but informed us immediately, covered the window with plastic and wood and replaced it before they finished the deck. They were done with the job in 8 business days and it came out fantastic. I cannot recommend Deck Guardian highly enough based on the service and, most importantly, great craftsmanship of the workers who actually constructed our new Trex deck. Its like adding a new room onto our house. read more

After living for 25 years in our lovely home in New Jersey with a serviceable redwood deck that we seldom used, we rediscovered the deck's joyful potential during the past two challenging years when we entertained small groups of family and friends on that deck where we felt safer during the ongoing covid pandemic. While making use of it, we unexpectedly noticed how shabby and run-down it had become due to our neglect. It occurred to us that it might be even more welcoming and conducive to entertaining if we replaced it with an updated and more maintenance-free model. After doing some research, we decided to go with the TREX product-line and then familiarized ourselves with the dealers who are authorized to sell, design and construct TREX decks. That research, which included reading some very favorable reviews, led us to Deck Guardian. We found them to be friendly, knowledgeable, experienced, professional, well-organized and competitively priced. Not only did they plan and design a deck to meet our needs and vision, but attended to all the necessary paper-work, including the required permits, which made the process for us worry-free. During construction, we observed the team's strong work ethic and professionalism, and were delighted with their craftsmanship. Upon the project's completion, we were simply thrilled with the results. We now enjoy sitting outdoors as often as we can on our beautiful new deck, and even get pleasure from just looking out at it from inside our home. We wholeheartedly recommend Deck Guardian to anyone contemplating updating or building a new dec read more

My experience with Deck Guardian (DG) was exceptional from beginning to end.  I had interviewed 6 different companies to on how to restore my elevated deck (a resurface using Trex products), but during the sales process Raul Burgos from DG stood out.  He was totally knowledgeable on all aspects and options on how to construct my deck and followed up with a very comprehensive and detailed offer that was quite competitive. He responded clearly to all my follow-up questions one-by-one.  Though my bids were submitted in October, 2020 I did not want construction started till the Spring of 2021 and this was not a problem at all for DG. On my project start date in 04/2020 all the materials and dumpster arrived on time that morning, followed by my deck builder Stefan and an occasional assistant.  Stefan knew exactly what he was doing and built the deck perfectly over the course of the following 8 days save two for rain interruption.  He came and worked long hours in a professional, quality, and careful manner being sure not to harm our adjacent patio, shrubs, and flowers.  The noise level was very subdued given the amount of rebuild required.  My occasional interactions with the owner Ion also went very well - to the point, direct, and responsive. DG is a world class Deck Building Company that I highly recommend. read more

Deck Guardian was a pleasure to work with from beginning to end. They provided ideas to redesign the layout of the original deck. They were prompt in their responses when I had questions and they started my job within a week of when I was promised. They had advised me of the delay which was due to an entire week of rain. They just completed my 32' X 14' second floor deck in 2 1/2 days. I expected it was going to take 4-5 days. They tore down the existing wood structure, redesigned a section that included the steps, and replaced it with Trex. They communicated with me along the way and when it was noticed that the supporting beam would stick out beyond the new deck, they brought it to my attention, and worked with me to find a solution to incorporate the beam so it would not protrude, even though it required additional work and materials. The group of men assigned to my job were perfectionists. They were prompt, professional, hard-working, highly skilled, and took pride in their work, going above and beyond expectations to assure that the end result was exactly as it should be, and that I was happy with it. They were a pleasure to work with. I am extremely happy with my new deck. It is just beautiful. I highly recommend Deck Guardian. read more

Did Deck Guardian need one more review stating how great they are at building decks? No. They are the premier deck creators in the area, you know this. I am writing one however because I don't want you to miss having the best, building your deck. I remember looking at the price quote from Deck Guardian and saying to myself are these guys crazy? Now I look at my finished deck and reflect on the process from selections, architect plans for township approval, township permits, township building requirement like soil disturbance area, the delivery of materials, the removal of garbage materials, clean up of work area at the end of each day, the professionalism of the work crew, the quality of the work, the building process, the professionalism of the project managers and office staff, they addressed any concerns I had, provided additional materials at no extra cost so that my deck would have the look that I wanted, and I can go on and on. I would have been crazy to go with another contractor to build my deck. Please do your research of course but Deck Guardian's reputation is well-earned. I would recommend them to my family and friends. If I have a deck project in the future; I would work with Deck Guardian again. read more

Our deck project with Deck Guardian was truly a great experience overall. Our project began by scheduling an estimate online on the Deck Guardian website. I was contacted by Raul Burgos. My wife and I explained to Raul our vision, budget, concerns regarding permits, time frame during the pandemic etc. Raul was absolutely a pleasure to deal with, so easy and no pressure, and very professional and knowledgeable. My project manager was Ion Colbasiuc. He was truly on top of everything!!! I didn't have to ask for updates at all. I received all permit information, engineering drawings, material delivery updates, project start date, inspection dates, you name it Jon was on top of it all. My deck building team was Jairo and Carlos. They arrived 7:45 a.m. and worked until 6-7pm daily for five days and my deck was completed. These guys were amazing, their attention to detail was amazing, true craftsmanship A+++++. They cleaned up daily and were professional, polite and truly put their heart into the project. Amazing crew!!! Deck Guardian truly exceeded my expectations. Thank you Ion, Raul, Jairo, Carlos and the entire office staff. You guys are the best. Michael and Carmen from Cranford, NJ read more

It is a pleasure for my wife and me to provide a recommendation for Deck Guardian and their work on our Deck. We met with Ion who discussed the options for our deck, and for our desire to have a covering for the deck. After conversation and his providing a competitive bid, we went with his deck design and the recommendation of a Pergola with a movable roof! They handled the demolition of the prior deck and work on the new deck in a professional and efficient manner. It was clear to us during the construction the craftsmanship of the construction team, adding those extra touches that really highlights a quality job! The Pergola was a great suggestion, and we are enjoying the option to have total shade with the roof closed, to expanded sun and vision with it open! As with all construction projects, there were certain items that needed to addressed or replaced. Each request was received in a positive manner, and addressed immediately to our satisfaction. Ion, David and their Team were terrific in all aspects. We are very pleased with the final product, and would strongly recommend Deck Guardian for any Deck Project! read more

This was the third decking company we looked at and were happy we found them. The first two companies were not responsive and did not seem to care about winning our business. From the first contact with Deck Guardian, we felt that they truly cared about showing the best their company has to offer at reasonable prices. We were scheduled for an estimate within a week of calling, with two reminder calls and emails before hand. Larry provided a detailed and comprehensive estimate and walked us through the process and all of the options. When we decided to go with Deck Guardian, Larry had us come to the showroom and select colors and railing options, even giving us some inspirational photos with other decks they have done. We received a very nice deck for a great price. They quoted us approximately 6 weeks from selecting the colors to install, but they were able to do it within two weeks. The materials were delivered on a Friday and the deck was started on a Saturday. The workers were very professional and took care in cleaning up the site. We are please with our deck and cannot recommend Deck Guardian enough. read more

I just could not wait to write this review. John's team is currently still working on my project. They started on Friday. We had an existing wood deck that we needed to replace with something more durable. John came out, gave us an estimate, we arranged a start date, and they started immediately. The level of professionalism with John and his entire staff is absolutely amazing!! So much so, that we asked them to build another smaller deck in the back corner of our yard. The workers were there all day Friday, Saturday, and even on Sunday. Not once did I see them on their phones, talking, slacking or anything!! They reinforced our existing structure to make sure it was solid. I am so pleased that I found them on Home Advisor. I can't wait until the finished product is done so I can upload pictures!! With the quality of work/service that they provide, they will be in business for years and years to come!! I honestly cannot say enough about this company. If you are looking to have composite decking done for your home, don't look any further that Deck Guardians!! read more

We are incredibly happy with the deck designed and built in our yard by Deck Guardian . Ion (Owner) and David (Project Manager) were great at going through the design, details, and the timeline (super quick) along layout ideas in the first meeting. They were truly pro and on top of their work. Genuinely happy that I hired them for our deck project. Not only delivered on time but also did incredible work and the best part we were always kept informed of details and there was no delay even when it was super cold. Hard weather did not stop them to deliver on time as promised. Every step of the process was explained to us and completed in a timely manner even when I picked wrong design , Ion helped me guide to pick better design for under the stairs shed and helped us take advantage from their experience. I would highly recommend Deck Guardian to anyone looking for a deck contractor and the best part they even offer financing in case someone want to take advantage of their financing services. Thank you, Deck Guardian team! Wali Ansari 17 Supra Ct Princeton NJ read more

WOW WOW WOW! I cannot say enough great things about these guys. From initial consultation to design to post-construction communication, they are on top of every step. Raul came out and helped design it in the best, most cost-efficient-yet-beautiful way. An estimate well below the three others I had received soon followed. Even when we upgraded EVERYTHING it was still well below the closest estimate. They helped deal with all the permitting that needed to be done and were extremely helpful when the down asked for some changes. Once it was approved, the framing started a few days later. And when the inspector came out to take a look, he said it was one of the best frame jobs he had ever seen, "...it'll survive a nuclear bomb!" Two weeks later, our beautiful deck was finished. The same inspector came out and he was blown away by the final product. But more importantly, so was my mom, who we had the deck built for. She can't stop raving about it. High-quality work done in record time for a very reasonable price. Cannot recommend Deck Guardian more! read more

Highly recommend Deck Guardian!!..Ion (John) and team have done a fabulous job. Thank you, Ion! Ion was very patient, explained the process in details, was quick in his responses and very knowledgeable. Very dedicated and truly professional team... I am highly impressed by their attention to small details, leaving the job site clean every day and most importantly all along they were equally interested in coming out w/ the best outcome. They don't take short cuts, built the deck the right way, no oversight needed at all. They take care of the permits, inspection and everything else to make it as simple and hassle free process for you as possible. My deck has a circular gazebo w/ roof that is placed on one end of the deck and has arched steps. To get what we wanted, the job needed a lot of detailing and solid workmanship and at the end we all were thrilled with the final outcome and can say they are undoubtably the best in the business that I have worked with! Don't even think once.. just go with them! read more

Deck Guardian delivered outstanding services and quality way beyond my expectations in many fronts. Ion and the crew were super easy to communicate with and very attentive to special situation and needs. They are truly professionals specialized in decks and at the same time very open-minded, respectful and flexible in addressing my special needs. They were up font and honest on feasibility, deliver fully on promises and in many aspects they actually went extra miles just to ensure better end results and my convenience. It was the kind of experience that not only getting quality deck but also great services, even though my project was actually a pretty small one. Even better is that all these came with very reasonable and competitive price. I found they truly have the business philosophy of serving customer needs and benefits with honesty, quality and professionalism. For anyone planning a deck project, I would highly recommend this company. read more

I was looking for a good contractor to build me a deck. I was not looking to spend to much as my budget was limited. After few attempts to find a low-budget contractor/laborer on Craigslist, I decided it is not worth it. Deck Guardian popped up on a google search. I read their reviews and decided to give them a shot. They promptly answered my call and scheduled me for a free estimate. The salesman was very polite, respectful and clear about everything he had to say. Seemed to be very knowledgeable of the work process and materials they are using. Also, very opened minded, to all my suggestions. They built me a TREX deck, on the second story, and they worked with my budget. Very professional, Deck Guardian crew left a clean job site, every day, at the end of the work day. My deck looks amazing. Everything is wrapped in TREX. I cannot see any wood. They do beautiful work and I will recommend them to everyone I know! read more

I am one of those people who always say I am going to write a review but never seem to find the time, i was so blown away by Deck Guardian, I HAD to write a raving review! 5 STARS, 100% happy customer!! We recently had our deck built by Deck Guardian, we had an old wooden deck and wanted to update it with something high-end composite deck. Deck Guardian just finished the job and we couldn't be more pleased with our new deck. Ion, the project lead, really listened to our wish list during his consulting visit and delivered on every single thing we wanted, even our slide!! The team was extremely profession, punctual and always left a clean space. The job was just completed and we could not be more happy with the finished product. We have very high standards and they completely blew away our expectations. I highly recommend using this company you will not be disappointed! read more

My husband and I had recently moved into a new home and quite quickly we learned of so many things that both us and the home inspector missed prior to the purchase; the deck being one huge item. We quite desperately wanted to use our deck and know that it was safe for us, our kids, our pups, and our guests, which in the original state, was definitely not the case. Deck Guardian to the rescue! The Deck Guardian team, from the free estimate to the point of project close, were quite wonderful to work with entirely. They even pointed out additional things we had missed with regards to the safety of our deck. Of course, best of all, the Deck Guardian team was able to work within our budget, while giving us back our deck with a new lease on life. Deck Guardian far exceeded our expectations and for that, my husband and I can not thank them enough!! read more

When I chose Deck Guardian to replace my old wooden deck with a new larger deck using top grade Trex materials it was one of the best decisions I ever made. Everyone I came in contact with was exceptionally professional from start to finish. They secured all the required permits and scheduled necessary inspections in compliance with the township codes. The deck work was done quickly and with flawless precision. The entire project took only few days and I could not be any happier with the final results. My new deck by Deck Guardian is absolutely beautiful and became the envy of entire neighborhood. I strongly recommend Deck Guardian to anyone who values excellent service, high quality materials and flawless workmanship. Special kudos to Ion and Raul who managed the execution of my deck project throughout exceeding my expectations. read more