Deck Builder in The Highlands, KY
Looking for a deck builder in The Highlands? E & J General Contracting handles decks jobs across Jefferson County every week. We know the local soil, the local permit office, and what it takes to get the job done right the first time on a The Highlands property.
- •Deck Builder in The Highlands, KY — serving all of Jefferson County.
- •Typical pricing: Pressure-treated decks in Kentucky run $35–$50 per square foot installed.
- •Local conditions: Highlands lots sit on a mix of mature topsoil over dense Jefferson County clay, with limestone outcrops close to the surface in spots near Cherokee Park.
- •Permits: Louisville Metro Develop Louisville handles permits.
- •Free written estimates within 48 hours. Licensed & insured, family-owned.
- Licensed & Insured
- Free Estimates
- Family-Owned
- 20+ Years Experience
- Written Quotes — No Hidden Fees
Why The Highlands Property Owners Call E & J for Decks
The Highlands is the kind of market where you need a contractor who's actually worked the local soil, knows the Jefferson County inspectors, and isn't going to disappear after the deposit clears. We do decks jobs in The Highlands regularly — for builders, for homeowners, and for property owners adding shops and garages.
Tear-out and replacement of cracked 100-year-old driveways. Detached garage pads behind shotgun houses. Stamped concrete patios in tight backyards. Drainage correction along Cherokee Park's grade. Cedar pergolas and screen porches that match the historic character.
What's Included in Every The Highlands Decks Job
- Concrete pier footings dug below 30-inch frost line
- Pressure-treated framing with hot-dip galvanized or stainless hardware
- Composite, cedar, or PT decking — your call
- Hidden fasteners on composite for clean board faces
- Code-compliant railings, stairs, and guard heights
- Permit pulling and final inspection coordination
- Stain or sealer on wood decks at completion
The Highlands Local Knowledge
Soil & Bedrock
Highlands lots sit on a mix of mature topsoil over dense Jefferson County clay, with limestone outcrops close to the surface in spots near Cherokee Park. Mature tree roots are a real factor on every dig.
Permits & Inspections
Louisville Metro Develop Louisville handles permits. Cherokee Triangle properties fall under historic preservation review for visible exterior work. We coordinate when required.
Areas We Cover
Cherokee Triangle, Tyler Park, Bonnycastle, Original Highlands, Deer Park.
Pricing in The Highlands
Pressure-treated decks in Kentucky run $35–$50 per square foot installed. Cedar runs $45–$65. Composite (Trex, TimberTech) runs $55–$85 per square foot depending on board line. A standard 16x20 PT deck typically lands $11,000–$16,000. Multi-level, screened, or roofed adds significantly. Footings, permit, and finish are always included in our number.
Related Services in The Highlands
We handle the full site-to-finish work in The Highlands and across Jefferson County. Same crew, same written-quote process.
Nearby Cities — Decks
We bring decks crews to every market across the Louisville metro, Bullitt, Nelson, and Hardin counties.
Decks in The Highlands — FAQs
Decks Quote for The Highlands, KY
On-site, written quote — usually within 48 hours. Itemized pricing, no hidden fees, no surprise change orders. Tell us about your project and we'll come look.