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Waterfront Deck Builder in Steilacoom, WA.

Steilacoom
Steilacoom sits right on Puget Sound, and Jason Russell has been building decks here for 35 years. Dr.Decks has completed over 1000 projects in this historic waterfront community, and every one needed to handle salt air, moisture, and views worth protecting. Jason knows coastal construction, and Dr.Decks delivers it.
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Complete Deck Building Services
Residential and Commercial Decking
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Steilacoom waterfront homes, historic properties, small businesses. Dr.Decks builds for all of them. Jason selects premium PVC, composite, and exotic wood materials engineered specifically for marine environments.
Deck Railing
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On a waterfront deck, the railing either frames the view or blocks it. Jason installs, replants, and rerails systems that meet coastal code and keep sight lines open to the water.
Deck Bending
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This is where Jason Russell stands apart from other deck builders on the coast. Jason bends decking into curves. Sweeping boards, flowing radius edges, designs that follow the natural waterfront contours instead of fighting them. Dr.Decks has made this a signature specialty.
Deck Lighting
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Jason runs all electrical work himself. Every Dr.Decks lighting system is automation-ready from day one, so adding smart controls later does not require tearing anything out.
Deck Automation
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Lighting, audio, and climate controls that work together without a fight. Jason programs these systems to be simple because waterfront living should feel effortless, not complicated.
Pergolas, Cabanas and Carports
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Struxure and Hideaway systems built to handle coastal wind. Dr.Decks converts open waterfront yards into covered outdoor rooms that protect against weather while preserving the views.
Porches and Patios
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Jason designs covered porches and patios that extend waterfront living space without blocking what people came to Steilacoom for in the first place: the water. The transition should feel natural.
Privacy Screens
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Screen walls, aluminum frames, standalone privacy panels. Jason builds these to add wind protection and seclusion without cutting off light or blocking water views.
Outdoor Living
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Pavilions, fireplaces, outdoor kitchens built for real use. Dr.Decks creates complete waterfront environments for homeowners who want to spend time outside watching the ferries and sunsets.
Gazebos
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Victorian, traditional, or modern. Jason builds gazebos that fit Steilacoom's historic character while giving residents a sheltered spot to enjoy the waterfront.
3D Modeling and Rendering
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You see how the deck captures water views before construction starts. Jason provides 3D designs and renderings, 2D floorplans, 3D printed models, and all drawings and documentation for permits.
Marine-Grade Materials for Coastal Properties
Steilacoom waterfront means salt air, moisture, and constant exposure. Jason selects materials for every Dr.Decks project that resist corrosion, warping, and decay. TimberTech materials used by Dr.Decks carry warranties up to 50 years.
Why Steilacoom Chooses Dr.Decks
Jason Russell has 35 years of waterfront experience, and Dr.Decks has over 1000 completions to prove it. Every project is fully licensed and bonded. A 1-year workmanship warranty extends to 5 years. When you hire a deck builder from Dr.Decks, you get someone who has already built through every coastal challenge Steilacoom can throw at a deck.

Awards and Recognition
Dr.Decks has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Professional Deck Builder Magazine, and Deck Specialist Magazine. Jason earned TimberTech Contractor of the Quarter in 2011 alongside Rockford Fosgate. Dr.Decks won a silver medal at the Northwest Flower and Garden Show in February 2013. In 2025, NADRA named Dr.Decks the overall winner of the National+ Deck Awards for the Kiki project. Every one of Jason’s 35 years went into that build.

Steilacoom's Unique Coastal Living
Historic Waterfront Town
Washington’s oldest incorporated town. Steilacoom preserves its heritage while embracing modern living. Quality decking service respects that history by creating outdoor spaces that complement Victorian architecture without pretending to be something they are not.
Puget Sound Access
Waterfront access, ferry service to Anderson Island, boats coming and going all day. Jason designs deck construction that maximizes those water views and creates the perfect platform for watching it all.
Island Community Feel
Steilacoom sits close to Tacoma but feels miles away. Quiet streets, strong community bonds, people who know their neighbors. Jason builds outdoor spaces that support that lifestyle.
Natural Beauty and Wildlife
Seals, eagles, seasonal migrations, wooded areas, waterfront parks. Jason designs decks that frame these natural features and give homeowners comfortable spots to enjoy them without disrupting them.
Fun Fact
Steilacoom incorporated in 1854, making it Washington’s oldest town. More than a dozen historic buildings sit on the National Register. That heritage combined with spectacular Puget Sound waterfront means outdoor decks are not just nice to have here. They are essential to enjoying what makes Steilacoom worth living in.

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Build Your Waterfront Deck with Steilacoom's Trusted Deck Builder
Steilacoom waterfront properties deserve outdoor spaces that honor the town’s character while performing through coastal conditions. Dr.Decks and Jason Russell bring 35 years of waterfront expertise and over 1000 completed builds to every project. One call to get started.
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