No Bounce. No Sway. No Cheap Feel.
Footings, framing and joist spacing need to suit the actual deck and the site underneath it. That's what gives you the solid feeling you notice every time you step outside.
For Melbourne homeowners planning a new deck
A Beautiful Deck Means Nothing If It Feels Cheap Underfoot
The boards are the part you see. The framing, footings and connections underneath are what make a deck feel solid underfoot and stay that way.
Jake builds the structure around your home, your yard and how you'll actually use the space, so it doesn't just look good on day one. It feels properly built every time you step onto it.
If we miss the agreed timeframe, you get $1,000 back for every week we're late.*
Qualified Carpenter
Qualified Waterproofer
Direct Owner Contact
Live Project Portal
$1,000-a-Week Late Guarantee
Written Variations Before Extra Work
Qualified Carpenter
Qualified Waterproofer
Direct Owner Contact
Live Project Portal
$1,000-a-Week Late Guarantee
Written Variations Before Extra Work
Built around how you'll actually use it
The Best Decks Feel Like Part of the House.
Not Something Added Onto It
Morning coffee. Family dinners. Kids running in and out. Friends staying long after the barbecue's finished.
Jake plans the size, levels, access and layout around your home and the way you want to use the space so the finished deck doesn't just look good in photos. It becomes somewhere you actually want to be.
What actually makes a deck feel well built
The Decking Boards Sell the Look. Everything Underneath Determines How It Feels
The finish gets the attention. The structure underneath is what makes a deck feel solid, drain properly and stay that way after years of use.
Water Needs Somewhere to Go
A great deck is not just designed for sunny days. Drainage and moisture around the structure need to be considered properly so water is not left sitting where it can create problems later.
Your Yard Decides How the Deck Needs to Be Built
Slope, access, existing structures and ground conditions all affect the job. Jake assesses the site before pricing so the deck is planned around the property in front of him, not treated like every backyard is the same.
If Something Unexpected Turns Up, You Stay in Control
Some ground conditions cannot be confirmed until excavation begins. If something genuinely unexpected is found, Jake explains what it is, what needs to change and what it costs before additional work proceeds.
The part you see should look exceptional. The part you do not see should be the reason it still feels exceptional years later.
How Jake actually handles it
One Person Looking After the Job From the First Site Visit to the Final Board
He looks at the home, the yard, access, levels and what the deck needs to connect to before deciding how the job should be built. The deck is planned around your property, not forced into a one size fits all approach.
Footings, framing, connections, joist spacing and drainage are worked out around the actual site and the deck going above them. Because the part you cannot see is what determines how solid the finished deck feels.
If an unexpected site condition affects the job, Jake explains what was found, what it means and what needs to happen next. Nothing outside the agreed scope is added without you knowing the reason and approving the cost first.
You deal directly with Jake throughout the job, so there is no salesperson disappearing after the quote and no guessing who is responsible when you need an answer.
What it's actually like
Real Decks, Real Homeowners, No Surprises
These aren't testimonials picked for the website. They're Google reviews from homeowners who went through this exact process.
"The team are awesome to work with. They strive to make sure every job is finished to a great standard and will not take short cuts."Andrew KerrGoogle Review
"Jake was great when he worked on our place. He was reliable and turned up on time. If he was late, he would always let us know, which was important."Lili WiddowsonGoogle Review
"We stayed in the house during the renovation and expected it to be a nightmare, but Jake and his team made it surprisingly manageable. They kept things clean, worked around us where possible, and always communicated what was happening next."Andrea D'AmicoGoogle Review
"I would highly recommend them, the work was completed on time with great teamwork and clear communication throughout."Rasmi ParajuliGoogle Review
"Jake's knowledge and attention to detail really sets him apart. He doesn't just build, he actually thinks through the entire space and how it's going to be used."Tom ElliottGoogle Review
What you're actually getting
A Better Deck Is Only Half the Deal. The Other Half Is Knowing Exactly What Happens Next
Built Around Your Home, Not a Template
Your yard, levels, access, existing structure and how you want to use the space all shape the build. Your deck is planned for your property from the start.
Know What You're Paying For Before Work Starts
The scope is made clear upfront so you know what is included before the build begins. No vague number that suddenly means something different halfway through the job.
You Deal Directly With Jake
No salesperson disappears after the quote. No bouncing between people who do not know your job. You know exactly who is responsible from start to finish.
See Where the Job Stands Without Chasing Anyone
Your quotes, invoices, updates and approved changes stay together in one place. You can see what is happening without digging through messages or waiting for a callback.
No Extra Work Without Your Say So
If something outside the agreed scope genuinely needs to change, Jake explains what was found, why it matters and what it costs first. Nothing extra goes ahead until you approve it.
T&C apply to variations outside the agreed scope. Additional costs depend on the work required once identified.
Late? You Get $1,000 Back for Every Week
If your project runs beyond the timeframe agreed in your contract for reasons within Level A Builders' control, you get $1,000 back for every week we are late.*
Residential projects only. Excludes delays caused by the client or circumstances outside Level A Builders' control. Full terms are set out in your signed contract.
Ready when you are
You Don't Need the Deck Figured Out. You Just Need to Know What You Want From the Space
You don't need plans, exact measurements or every material picked. Tell Jake where you want the deck, how you want to use it and what you have in mind. He'll come to the property, look at the site and talk through what makes sense for your home.
You deal directly with Jake from the first site visit, and nothing outside the agreed scope goes ahead without your approval.
If we miss the timeframe agreed in your contract, you get $1,000 back for every week we're late.*
Residential projects only. Excludes delays caused by the client or circumstances outside Level A Builders' control. Full terms are set out in your signed contract.
Tell Jake what you're thinking and book a site visit.
Your home. Your deck. One person accountable for the job.
Questions before you book
Straight Answers About Your Deck Build
Many decks require a building permit, particularly where there is a structural subfloor. The exact requirements depend on the project. Jake will talk you through what applies to your deck before work begins so you know what needs to happen without turning the first conversation into a paperwork lesson.
Some conditions underneath an existing yard cannot be confirmed until excavation begins. If something genuinely unexpected affects the agreed work, Jake explains what was found, why it matters and what it costs before anything extra goes ahead. Nothing outside the agreed scope is added without your approval.
T&C apply to variations outside the agreed scope. Additional costs depend on the work required once identified.
No. An idea of where you want the deck and how you want to use the space is enough to start the conversation. Jake can look at the property, talk through the size, levels, layout and options with you, then work out what makes sense for the home.
It comes down to the structure underneath. Footings, framing, connections and joist spacing all need to suit the deck and the property. That hidden structure is what gives the finished deck the solid feeling you notice every time you walk across it.
If your project runs beyond the timeframe agreed in your contract for reasons within Level A Builders' control, you get $1,000 back for every week we're late.*
That means the timeframe is not just another promise on a quote. Level A puts money behind it.
Residential projects only. Excludes delays caused by the client or circumstances outside Level A Builders' control. Full terms are set out in your signed contract.