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Ashburn’s planned communities and newer subdivisions have backyards made for a ground-level deck. A-DIY delivers professionally engineered wood and composite deck kits curbside across Ashburn, with framing, decking, footings and hardware included, so a drill is the only tool you need.
In Ashburn, a search for “deck builders near me” returns plenty of Northern Virginia contractors, but spring calendars fill fast and many projects also need HOA sign-off before a crew can start. Compare the three ways to get a new deck and see which fits your budget, schedule and community rules.
A licensed deck contractor handles design, the Loudoun County permits, footings, framing and cleanup, and many are used to HOA submissions. It is the best fit for elevated, attached or multi-level decks off a walkout basement. Get several written quotes and ask who prepares the HOA application.
Source lumber, joist hangers and decking yourself, then work out spans, layout, cuts and county-ready drawings on your own. It suits experienced builders with a full set of tools and several free weekends.
Smart ChoiceProfessionally engineered DIY deck kits in 15 wood and 9 composite sizes, shipped to your Ashburn home with labeled components, footings and hardware. Assemble it yourself with a drill, or hire a local handyman to put it together.
I am far from a handyman but the wife wanted a deck in the backyard and I couldn’t see myself dishing out $20,000 for someone to come build it for us. I ended up seeing an ad for this company and was blown away by the price and ease of install. 2 of our neighbours ended up ordering as well!
Engineered for
15,000+ lbs
Assembles in a
few hours
Grade 1 Treated &
Kiln-Dried Lumber
Professional-grade
structural system
5-year structural
warranty
Engineered for
15,000+ lbs
Assembles in a
few hours
Grade 1 Treated &
Kiln-Dried Lumber
Professional-grade
structural system
5-year structural
warranty
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Rich, natural-looking colors designed to deliver the look of wood with a more refined finish.
No sanding, staining, or sealing required
Built to stay beautiful season after season with less upkeep.
Structural, stain & fade warranty on composite boards.
A higher-end option for homeowners who want less maintenance and more convenience.
Homeowners who want the look of wood without the regular upkeep.
Watch real homeowners assemble their DIY deck kits, step by step. See how the pre-engineered components fit together without hiring a contractor.
Built solo in about six hours, six weeks postpartum
A customer assembles a complete A-DIY deck on her own, six weeks postpartum, in about six hours.
Built solo in about six hours, six weeks postpartum
A customer assembles a complete A-DIY deck on her own, six weeks postpartum, in about six hours.
A 12x20 deck kit that goes together like Lego
A customer assembles the 12 x 20 A-DIY deck kit and compares the process to building a Lego set.
Why we finally added a deck
A customer explains why they added a deck to their backyard and which A-DIY kit they used.
A deck built in two days
A customer builds an A-DIY deck over two days and recommends the kit to anyone shopping for a new deck.
Creating a dream backyard with a kit shipped to the door
A customer transforms their backyard with a custom A-DIY deck kit delivered to their door.
A DIY deck walkway for better backyard flow
A customer builds a deck walkway as part of a backyard makeover, to improve how the space connects.
From overgrown patio to deck extension
A customer turns an overgrown patio area into a deck extension using an A-DIY kit.
Almost hired a contractor, built it instead
A customer explains why they chose an A-DIY kit over hiring a contractor to build their deck.
A 16x20 deck that transformed a backyard
A customer builds a 16 x 20 composite A-DIY deck and shows how one project changed their backyard.
A finished deck that looks the part
A customer shares their completed A-DIY deck, chosen because they wanted something that looked beautiful.
Satisfying to assemble, and the result shows
A customer describes assembling their A-DIY deck and the finished result.
A deck kit customized to 18 x 28 feet
A customer customizes an A-DIY deck kit to 18 x 28 feet for their backyard.
A-DIY deck built for the Maker's Mark activation in Orlando
An A-DIY deck assembled on site for the Maker's Mark brand activation in Orlando.
Another finished A-DIY deck
A customer's completed A-DIY deck: fresh lumber and a finished backyard space.
Ashburn sits right beside Washington Dulles International Airport, so the Dulles weather record is a close match for your backyard: hot, humid summers with frequent thunderstorms, a few snow or ice events each winter and plenty of freeze-thaw swings in between.
Built for Ashburn’s hot summers and icy wintersDulles averages about 21 inches of snow a year, often in a handful of storms that can bring sleet or freezing rain. Applicable A-DIY configurations are engineered to hold up to 15,000 lbs when properly assembled and supported. Clear snow with a plastic shovel.
Winter days often rise above freezing and drop below it again overnight. Loudoun County’s deck guidance calls for footings at least 24 inches deep on solid soil, so confirm during permit review what the County will accept for a freestanding deck like an A-DIY kit, which sits 15–17 inches off the ground on Tuff Block footings.
Afternoon thunderstorms can drop a lot of rain quickly. Newer subdivisions often rely on graded swales to move stormwater, so keep the deck out of drainage paths, choose a spot that slopes away from the house and leave airflow underneath.
Long, humid summers are hard on bare wood. Seal pressure-treated decking every one to two years, or choose Amazon Gray or Forest Wood composite to skip staining altogether.
Average yearly snowfall at Dulles Airport (1991–2020)
Minimum footing depth in Loudoun County deck guidance
Engineered load rating for applicable A-DIY decks
Typical deck-building window in Ashburn
Ashburn’s building season is long. Spring and fall bring the most comfortable weather, so get the county permits and any HOA approval moving in winter and you can build as soon as the yard dries out.
Pick a size and material, submit your HOA application and county permits, and reserve today’s price.
Mild days and firm ground make spring a favorite for a weekend build.
Work early in the day and watch the forecast for afternoon storms.
Cooler, drier weather is ideal for building and sealing wood before winter.
A-DIY Reserve: a non-refundable $250 deposit holds today’s price for a future delivery date you choose.
Select an available deck size, pressure treated or composite surface and applicable options.
Confirm the available space, ground conditions, slope, proposed height, drainage and delivery access.
Contact the local building department and select a suitable foundation system for the property.
The coordinated components are delivered to the property.
Complete the assembly yourself or hire a local handyman.
Arrange any inspections or final approvals required by the municipality.
Each A-DIY deck kit arrives as one coordinated system packed in a crate, so the only tool you supply is a drill. The driver bit is included.
Tuff Block footings for a stable, freestanding base.
Heavy-duty 6x6 beams and 2x8 joists spaced 13–14 inches on center.
Pre-sealed 5.5-inch pressure-treated boards or composite boards.
Galvanized, corrosion-resistant screws and brackets, plus the driver bit.
Every component is marked so you know where it goes.
A printed guide plus an online 3D instructional app.
Structural layout, beam and joist sizes and post locations for your permit questions.
Deck specialists by phone and live chat from order to final board.
Kits assemble 15–17 inches off the ground. Add steps, railings or a longer post kit with bracing for a raised deck, or ask about a size that isn’t listed. Our deck specialists will help you plan the right layout for your yard.
An A-DIY deck may be installed over sloped or uneven ground by adjusting the supporting post heights to establish a level deck surface.
Supported configurations may be elevated to approximately 40 inches using the appropriate posts, foundations and bracing.
Depending on the height and configuration, the project may also require:
Depending on the property, configuration and local approval, suitable systems may include:
Ashburn is not an incorporated town, so deck permits come from Loudoun County rather than a local town hall. The County requires a building permit and a zoning permit for every deck, and many Ashburn neighborhoods add their own HOA architectural review. Plan for all three before you order.
Rule of thumb: in Ashburn, every deck needs a Loudoun County building permit and zoning permit, plus HOA approval if your community has covenants.
General guidance for Ashburn-area decks
*Virginia’s Uniform Statewide Building Code (13VAC5-63-80, Section 108.2) does not list decks among the work exempt from a permit, and Loudoun County states that a building and zoning permit is required for all decks. Freestanding decks cannot use the County’s Typical Deck Detail and need their own plans.
Loudoun CountyBuilding and zoning permits for Ashburn come from the Loudoun County Department of Building and Development at the Government Center in Leesburg. Apply online through LandMARC or in person, then book footing, framing and final inspections.
HOA communitiesPlanned communities such as Ashburn Farm, Ashburn Village and Broadlands have covenants, and many HOAs require architectural approval for a deck’s size, location, materials or color. Get approval in writing before you build.
VirginiaLoudoun inspectors enforce the Virginia USBC, which is based on the International Residential Code, so footing, framing and guard requirements follow one statewide standard.
Confirm setbacks with Loudoun County zoning and get your HOA’s architectural approval.
Sketch the deck on your property plat and include framing details. A-DIY engineering diagrams can help.
Submit the building and zoning permit applications online or at the Government Center in Leesburg.
Schedule footing, framing and final inspections at least one work day ahead.
Our deck specialists can help you plan size, height and placement before you apply.
Yes. Engineering diagrams for applicable A-DIY configurations show dimensions, structural layout, beam and joist sizes and post locations to support your application. Your department may still ask for a survey, site plan or stamped documents.
Requirements change and can differ between neighboring municipalities. Always confirm current rules with your local building department before you build.
A-DIY ships deck kits by LTL freight to homes throughout Ashburn, including Ashburn Farm, Ashburn Village, Broadlands and One Loudoun, and to neighbors in Sterling, Brambleton and Lansdowne. The carrier calls ahead to set up curbside delivery, typically within 10–14 business days.
Pick from 15 pressure-treated and 9 composite deck kit sizes, talk with a deck specialist about your lot and HOA requirements, and get a professionally engineered deck kit delivered to your Ashburn home.
Coordinated, labeled components with engineering diagrams.
Typically within 10–14 business days.
Phone and live chat support from planning to the final board.
Prefer to talk? Call our deck specialists at 1 (786) 358-2872
