Looking for a Trex deck builder in Highlands Ranch or the south Denver metro? Elevate Landscape & Spas is a TrexPRO installer. We design and build complete Trex decks, from footings and framing to boards, stairs and railings, built for Colorado’s strong sun, hail, snow and big temperature swings.
Trex is the best-known name in composite decking, but the brand is only half of a good deck. The other half is the Trex deck builder you choose and how they build what’s underneath. This page covers which Trex line fits your home, what our climate and local rules mean for your deck, what affects the cost, and what to expect when you work with us.
Why work with a TrexPRO deck builder
TrexPRO is Trex’s program for contractors who install its products to the manufacturer’s standards. For you, that means a Trex deck builder who knows the spacing, fastening and ventilation rules Trex sets, so the boards perform the way they’re designed to and your warranty stays protected. A composite deck installed with the wrong gaps or fasteners can buckle, gap or void its coverage, and none of that shows up until a season or two later.
We build the whole deck, not just the surface. That includes footings, framing, ledger connections, stairs and railings, all planned together so the finished deck looks right and lasts as long as the boards do.
Certified by the brands we install
Manufacturer programs exist because installation decides how a deck performs. As a Trex deck builder, Elevate Landscape & Spas also holds credentials with the other main decking brands, so you can choose the product you like rather than the only one your contractor knows:
- TrexPRO, for Trex composite decking and railing.
- TimberTech Member Pro, for TimberTech composite and PVC decking.
- Deckorators Certified Pro, for Deckorators decking and railing.
Choosing the right Trex decking line
Trex makes decking at three levels. All of them are capped composite, which means a protective shell over the core that resists fading, staining and moisture. The difference is in the look, the color range and the budget.
- Trex Transcend. Trex’s top line, with the richest wood-grain looks and the widest color range. The Transcend Lineage colors include Trex’s heat-mitigating technology, which helps keep boards cooler in full sun.
- Trex Select. A solid middle option with a clean, classic look and the same protective shell, at a lower cost than Transcend.
- Trex Enhance. The most affordable Trex line, offered in a natural wood-grain look and a simpler basic look. Some Enhance colors also include heat mitigation.
If you’re not sure which is right, as your Trex deck builder we’ll bring samples to your home and walk through how each looks and feels against your siding, your budget and how much sun the deck gets. Colors look different in Colorado’s bright light than they do in a showroom, so seeing them on site helps.
Design options that make a Trex deck yours
The boards are only one choice. A good Trex deck builder helps you plan the details that make the deck feel built for your house rather than dropped onto it:
- Hidden fasteners. Clips such as Trex Hideaway hold the boards from the side, so the surface stays clean with no screw heads.
- Picture-frame borders. A contrasting border board around the edge gives a finished, built-in look and hides the board ends.
- Railings. Trex offers composite and aluminum railing systems. Aluminum with slim balusters keeps mountain and open-space views clear.
- Multi-level decks and wide stairs. Common on Highlands Ranch lots that slope away from the house, and a good way to make a walk-out basement deck feel connected to the yard.
- Dry space below. On second-story decks, an under-deck drainage system such as Trex RainEscape keeps the area underneath dry enough to use as a covered patio.
- Pergolas and shade. We install aluminum pergolas, which pair well with a Trex deck on hot west-facing yards.
How Colorado’s climate affects a Trex deck
Strong sun at our elevation. UV is more intense along the Front Range than at sea level. That’s where the capped shell earns its keep, because it holds color far better than stained wood. On south- and west-facing decks, lighter colors or heat-mitigating boards stay more comfortable underfoot in July.
Big temperature swings. A 40-degree change between afternoon and night is normal here. Composite boards expand and contract, so correct gapping and fastening matter more in Colorado than in milder climates. It’s one of the most common installation mistakes we see on decks built without an experienced Trex deck builder.
Snow and hail. Joist spacing and framing need to suit snow load, and stairs need to stay safe through freeze-thaw. To clear snow, use a plastic shovel rather than metal, which can scratch the surface.
Clay soil and frost. Much of the south metro sits on expansive clay that swells when wet and shrinks when dry. Footings need to go below the frost depth the local building department requires and be sized for the soil, or posts can heave and the deck goes out of level. We set footings to code for your address. It’s a step no Trex deck builder should rush, because everything above depends on it.
Framing that lasts as long as the boards. Trex boards can outlast a wood frame. For decks where longevity matters most, Trex Elevations steel framing is an option, and we can talk through whether it makes sense for your project.
Permits and HOA approval in the south metro
Most new decks, especially ones attached to the house or raised off the ground, need a building permit, and the rules depend on where you live. Highlands Ranch homes go through Douglas County, while Castle Rock, Parker and Lone Tree have their own building departments. As your Trex deck builder, we pull the right permit for your address and build to the inspection.
Many neighborhoods also have an HOA that reviews exterior changes. In Highlands Ranch, the community association usually needs to approve a new deck before work starts. We help put together the drawings, colors and materials list your HOA asks for, so approval isn’t the thing that holds up your project.
Tired of staining your wood deck every year?
If you’re sanding and re-staining a wood deck every spring, you’re not alone, and Colorado’s sun is the reason. Replacing an aging wood deck with Trex is a big part of our work as a Trex deck builder. Signs it’s time:
- Boards that are splintering, cupping or turning gray within months of staining.
- Soft spots, loose railings or popped nails.
- Stairs that feel slippery or uneven after winter.
- A frame that’s older than 15 to 20 years or shows rot at the posts or ledger.
If the existing frame is sound, we may be able to reuse it under new Trex boards. If not, a new frame is usually the better long-term choice. We check it on the site visit and tell you honestly which one your deck needs.
Trex vs. TimberTech
Both are excellent, and we install both. Trex is known for its wide range of capped composite lines. TimberTech offers capped composite plus PVC lines, which some homeowners prefer for very sunny or wet spots such as pool decks. The right choice usually comes down to the look you want, your budget and where the deck sits. See our TimberTech decking page to compare.
What affects the cost of a Trex deck
Every yard is different, so as a Trex deck builder we quote each deck after seeing the site. These are the things that move the price most:
- Size and shape. Square footage matters, but so do angles, curves and multiple levels.
- Height off the ground. Second-story and walk-out decks need taller posts, more bracing and more stairs.
- The Trex line and color. Transcend, Select and Enhance sit at different levels.
- Railings and stairs. Railing style and the number of steps add up quickly.
- Framing. Wood or Trex Elevations steel, and whether an old frame can be reused.
- Site conditions. Slope, clay soil, access for equipment, and removing an old deck.
- Permits and HOA requirements for your address.
For more detail on how these add up, read our composite deck cost guide for Colorado. The quickest way to an accurate number is an on-site visit: call (303) 718-4619 and we’ll come measure.
How we work as your Trex deck builder
- Site visit and design. We measure, look at slope, access, soil and sun, and talk through how you want to use the space.
- Clear written quote. Materials, framing, railings, stairs and permits spelled out, so there are no surprises.
- Permits and HOA. We handle the permit where one is needed and help with HOA paperwork.
- Build. Footings, framing, boards with hidden fasteners, stairs and railings, built to Trex’s installation standards. We clean up at the end of every day.
- Walkthrough. We go over the finished deck with you, including care and snow-clearing tips.
More than a Trex deck builder
Most deck companies build the deck and leave. If your project also needs a paver patio below, a retaining wall to hold back a slope, drainage to keep water away from the footings, or a deck around a pool, those usually mean hiring more contractors and waiting for each one. We do all of it, so one team plans the whole yard and the pieces fit together. Learn more about our deck building services and our pool building work.
Where we build Trex decks
We’re a Trex deck builder based in Highlands Ranch, building Trex decks across the south Denver metro:
- Highlands Ranch. Walk-out basements, sloped lots and community association approval are part of most projects here.
- Littleton. A mix of older homes ready to replace a tired wood deck and newer builds adding their first one.
- Castle Rock. Open views and hillside lots, where aluminum railing and multi-level designs work well.
- Parker. Larger yards where a deck often pairs with a patio, pergola or outdoor kitchen space.
- Lone Tree and Centennial. Smaller lots where a well-planned deck adds usable living space.
Frequently asked questions
Does a Trex deck need staining or sealing?
No. Trex boards have a protective shell, so they never need sanding, staining or sealing. An occasional wash with soap and water is usually all they need.
Does Trex decking get hot in the Colorado sun?
Any deck surface gets warm in direct summer sun, and darker colors run hotter. Lighter colors and Trex’s heat-mitigating lines stay noticeably more comfortable, which matters on south- and west-facing decks.
How long does it take to build a Trex deck?
A typical residential deck usually takes one to three weeks of build time once work starts, depending on size, height and stairs. Permits and HOA approval can add time before we begin.
Do I need a permit for a deck in Highlands Ranch?
Most decks that are attached to the house or raised off the ground need a building permit, and in Highlands Ranch that goes through Douglas County. Your community association usually needs to approve the design too. We handle the permit and help with the HOA paperwork.
Can you replace my old wood deck with Trex?
Yes. Replacing tired wood decks is a big part of our work as a Trex deck builder. If the existing frame is sound we may be able to reuse it, but often a new frame is the better long-term choice. We check it on the site visit.
Can you build a Trex deck in winter?
Often, yes. Footings and framing can go in on dry winter days, and fall and winter are good times to get design, permits and HOA approval done so your deck is ready for spring.
How much does a Trex deck cost?
It depends on the size, height, Trex line, railings, stairs and your site. Every yard is different, so we give an exact quote after an on-site visit. Call (303) 718-4619 to set one up.
Is Trex better than TimberTech?
Neither is simply better. Both are top brands and we install both. The right one depends on the look, budget and where the deck sits. We bring samples of each so you can compare in person.
Talk to a Trex deck builder in Highlands Ranch
Every yard is different, so the best first step with any Trex deck builder is a visit. Call (303) 718-4619 and we’ll come out, measure, bring Trex samples and give you a clear written quote. You can also see Trex’s full product range at trex.com.
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