Tim Reavis Project

Decking in Castle Rock, WA

When this homeowner's existing deck was torn down for replacement, a closer look at the framing revealed the joists had seen better days and needed to come out as well. The team took it as an opportunity to build something solid from the ground up, doing the job right rather than just covering up what was underneath.

Cedar Deck

The crew rebuilt the entire structure with fresh framing and topped it with premium tight knot cedar sourced from Baker Lumber in Kelso, Washington — a supplier known for quality material that holds up and looks great. At the customer's request, the handrails were notched directly into the posts the same way the original deck was built, a detail that added real strength to the railing system; the perimeter was picture framed for a clean, finished look, and vinyl lattice was installed along the bottom to close everything in neatly. The completed cedar deck and railing came together as a solid, good-looking result from the ground up.

Project Gallery

• New cedar framing and railing posts installed for the deck.
• Cedar deck and railing completed with stairs attached.
• Laborer finishing railing installation on cedar deck.
• View of completed cedar deck with railing.
• Side view of cedar deck with railing and stairs.
• Angle view of cedar deck showing installed railing.
• Cedar Deck

If your deck is overdue for a refresh or needs more attention than a quick fix, this kind of careful, skilled work is exactly what your home deserves — reach out to see what's possible.

About the contractor

James Hurula Construction is a licensed Washington general contractor (JAMESHC764LM) based in Kalama, serving Longview, Kelso, Castle Rock, Kalama, Woodland, Cathlamet, Vancouver, Battle Ground and Ridgefield. Thirty years of field experience, owner on site. Electrical and plumbing go to licensed trades. The carpentry is mine.

Phone: (360) 431-9382. Address: 200 Confer Rd, Kalama, WA 98625. Free project sketch.