Decks By Don

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Build to Last, Made to Love

High-quality deck building and restoration that adds value, beauty, and outdoor comfort to your home. Serving Traverse City and the surrounding lakes and communities.

Free Estimate
Your vision, scheduled

Quality Guarantee
Our promise to you

Neighborhood Hero
Be the pride of the block

Free Estimate
Your vision, scheduled

Quality Guarantee
Our promise to you

Neighborhood Hero
Be the pride of the block

Affordable Quality,  Professional Work

A well-built deck isn’t just about wood and nails—it’s about how you enjoy your home. Whether you’re sipping coffee on a quiet morning or hosting friends in the summer sun, your outdoor space should feel just as cared for as the inside.

From brand new builds to timeworn surfaces in need of love, we transform decks with precision, pride, and respect for your space. With Decks by Don, you get more than lumber—you get a deck that feels like an extension of your home.

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Make the Most of Your Outdoor Space

Decks take a beating—sun, snow, rain, and time all work against them. Boards splinter, railings loosen, and surfaces fade until the space you once loved starts to feel unsafe or outdated.

Whether your deck needs repairs, a full restoration, or a complete rebuild, we’ll handle it with the same high standards and quiet confidence that have earned us the trust of homeowners throughout Northern Michigan.

We work with wood, cedar, and PVC materials to build and restore decks that are built to last. From new stairs to custom railings, we bring the craftsmanship and care that makes your outdoor space one of your favorite parts of home.

Craftsmanship You Can Count On

With Decks by Don, you’re not just getting a contractor—you’re getting peace of mind, reliable results, and a space you’ll be proud to share.

Don personally visits your home for a no-pressure estimate.
He walks the deck or outdoor space with you and sends a formal quote for you to review.
Once approved, Don and his crew (in crisp white uniforms) arrive to begin the work.
Every project ends with a final walkthrough. If something isn’t perfect, we’ll make it right.

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Our Work

We’re not a big-name contractor—and that’s the point. We’re your neighbors. We believe in honesty, fair pricing, and doing the job right the first time. It’s not just a deck. It’s your view, your retreat, your summer weekends. And it deserves to be built or restored with care.

That’s why we follow through. That’s why we clean up. And that’s why we stand behind every project with Don’s Done Right Guarantee.

Trusted By The Neighborhood

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   Subhash Pande 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Don and his team did an awesome job painting our cabin exterior. Don was clear in communication and very quick in getting the work done. Absolutely beautiful work, love the new look of our cabin. Can’t be more happier!
  
 
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   Dana Brennan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The A team did a fantastic job! Very thorough and made sure I was satisfied with the job before they left. Extremely professional! I love painting by don!
  
 
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   Timothy Merenda 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fast, professional, outstanding all around service.  Called Don on Monday at mid day, scheduled the estimate for 5:15 pm same day.  3 man crew arrived very next morning at 9 am to begin painting a full bedroom and bathroom.  Job was finished by noon on Wednesday.  Addressed all customer concerns and remediated failed drywall to my satisfaction.  Don was onsite at beginning and end of project to ensure his crew was fully knowledgeable about areas of concern.  Don will be  my painter of  choice going forwards on future projects.
  
 
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   Jenna Dagen 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have used Painting by Don for all of the painting at our office, and his work is consistently excellent. His team is always professional, tidy, and efficient, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free experience every time. The quality of their work speaks for itself, and I highly recommend Don for any painting needs!
  
 
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   Sam Kelly 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Don and crew were incredible! I can’t emphasize enough how professional, considerate, and transparent they were through our entire experience working with them. The quality of the service was top-notch and I am confident that I will hire them again for other projects in the future. They care about the small details, because it is the right thing to do and I truly felt like they cared about our home and how it would feel to us after being freshly painted. They made sure to clean up everything they brought in after a massive paint job, leaving our home cleaner than when they first entered. I highly recommend them to others looking for both quality and professionalism. Thanks Don!
  
 
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   Sarah Hayes 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Don and his crew did a FABULOUS job painting a front section of my home that needed some attention. They were efficient and professional. The job ended up looking great - I would definitely use them again!
  
 
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   Hilde Bowman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Used Don for 2 of our painting jobs. He is really nice, helpful, gives good advice and funny:) Jobs where well done and in time. We will use Don again and can recommend him to anyone.