Low-Maintenance Decking Built for Colorado Weather
Choose the warm, natural look of cedar or the low-maintenance durability of Trex and TimberTech composite decking.
Lionheart Designz builds decking systems engineered for Colorado's sun, snow, and freeze-thaw cycles.
Picking between composite decking and cedar depends on more than appearance. It's about how your deck will hold up through Colorado's intense UV exposure, dry winters, and sudden hailstorms.
Our team walks you through both options honestly. Trex and TimberTech composite decking resist fading, warping, and moisture damage with almost no upkeep, which matters at Longmont's elevation where sunlight is stronger and materials age faster. Cedar deck construction, on the other hand, gives you a natural grain and warmth that many homeowners in Boulder, Louisville, and Lafayette prefer for a classic, wood-forward look. Both options are built to handle everything the Front Range throws at them, including high-altitude sun, heavy snow loads, and freeze-thaw cycles that wear down lesser materials.
We also account for local HOA guidelines common in newer Firestone and Frederick developments, proper joist spacing for snow load, and footings set below Colorado's frost line so your deck stays level and secure for decades.
Why Choose Us
Whether you lean toward composite decking or traditional cedar, both options bring real advantages when installed correctly. We help you weigh cost, maintenance, and style so the final choice fits your home and how you use your backyard.
From First Visit to Finished Deck
Every deck project starts with understanding how you plan to use the space and which material fits your budget and maintenance preferences. From there, our deck builder team handles the structural details that keep the project on schedule.
We measure your space, discuss composite versus cedar options, and talk through style, budget, and how you'll use the finished deck.
We finalize your layout, choose Trex, TimberTech, or cedar boards, and select railing, stair, and fastener details that match your home.
Our crew builds a code-compliant frame set to handle Colorado snow loads, then installs your composite or cedar decking with precise, hidden-fastener detailing.
We inspect every board, railing, and stair for quality, clean the site thoroughly, and walk the finished deck with you before we consider the job done.
Why Choose Us
Colorado's climate is tough on outdoor structures, and not every deck builder accounts for it properly. We bring over 15 years of combined experience to every composite deck installation and cedar deck construction project we take on.
We install genuine Trex and TimberTech composite decking alongside quality cedar, and we explain the tradeoffs honestly so you choose the right fit for your home.
From footing depth to hidden fasteners and clean railing lines, our custom deck construction reflects careful, detail-oriented work meant to last.
You'll know your timeline, materials, and costs upfront, with our team available before, during, and after your deck project is complete.
Our Services
A new deck often works best alongside other outdoor upgrades. Here are the services our clients most often pair with composite decking and cedar deck construction projects.
Tie your new deck into a cohesive outdoor plan with a custom landscape design that complements your home.
Bring your full landscape design vision to life with professional installation around your new deck space.
Surround your deck with low-maintenance turf or lush sod for a finished, usable yard.
Add texture and color near your deck with decorative rock, mulch beds, and fresh plantings.
Protect your new deck's footings with proper grading, drainage, and irrigation planning.
Extend your deck's usability into the evening with layered landscape lighting.
Keep the surrounding beds and lawn looking sharp with ongoing landscape maintenance.
Combine a paver patio with your deck for multiple outdoor living zones.
Connect your deck to the rest of your yard with a custom paver or flagstone walkway.
Add structure and dimension around a sloped deck site with retaining or garden walls.
Pair natural flagstone with your deck for a varied, textured outdoor living space.
Round out your property with concrete patios, sidewalks, or a new driveway.
Add safe, code-compliant outdoor steps connecting your deck to the yard below.
Planning a brand-new deck from the ground up? See our full custom deck construction services.
Have an existing deck that needs new life? We repair and resurface aging decks before adding composite or cedar boards.
Shade your new deck with a custom pergola or covered patio structure.
Complete your deck with matching privacy screens, custom stairs, and railing systems.
Add a matching cedar, vinyl, or composite fence to enclose your new deck area.
Keep your deck and walkways clear all winter long with reliable snow removal service.
We install composite decking and build custom cedar decks for homeowners throughout Longmont and the surrounding Colorado communities. Wherever you're located, our deck builder team accounts for local building codes and site conditions.
Real Feedback From Real Deck Projects
Isaiah is incredible. Not only does he treat his work with excellence but he also truly cares about others. He has great and transparent communication about work costs and timeline which helps when making a decision. He is a great reminder that there still are amazing people in the landscaping industry.
I had my front and backyard landscaped by Isaiah & his team at Lionheart designz and I couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. The whole team was friendly, worked hard, and did an awesome job. Isaiah is someone I know personally, but I’d honestly recommend his business to anyone. He’s professional, easy to communicate with, and keeps you updated throughout the whole process. If you’re looking for a reliable landscaping company in Colorado, I’d definitely recommend giving them a call.
LionHeart Designz transcends conventional landscaping services. Their innovative outdoor living concepts, expertly crafted deck projects, and holistic design philosophy are truly impressive. Isaiah’s evident passion and dedication profoundly enhance the quality and creativity of every project.
Isaiah demonstrates profound expertise in hardscaping and outdoor construction. He invests time to clearly articulate every aspect of the project and exhibits exceptional attention to detail. For those considering the installation of a paver patio, walkway, or retaining wall, LionHeart Designz is unquestionably a highly recommended choice.
One aspect that truly impressed me was the exceptional customer service. Isaiah exemplifies honesty, responsiveness, and consistently treats clients with genuine respect. It’s truly refreshing to work with someone who is sincerely dedicated to both his clients and the quality of his craft.
I had an excellent experience collaborating with Isaiah at LionHeart Designz. He demonstrates a high level of professionalism, maintains clear and effective communication, and is genuinely committed to delivering quality workmanship. For anyone seeking landscaping services in Longmont or nearby areas, I highly recommend reaching out to them.
I had Lionheart do a very small landscape project for me. I found their work to be top notch and will use them again. They are very friendly and easy to work with. I highly recommend them!
Owner (Isaiah) and crew were always on time and polite. Very easy to work with. Isaiah was always ready to come over if I had any questions. The crew did a great job with the concrete steps that I had them install. I would be happy to use them again and highly recommend them.
Isaiah was wonderful to work with! He came out multiple times to help develop a quote with a tricky patio repair we had to do. Communication was excellent and we’re very happy with how our patio, fence and yard came out. Highly recommend!
Get Started
Whether you want the low upkeep of Trex or TimberTech composite decking or the natural charm of a cedar deck, Lionheart Designz builds it right the first time. Call now for a free estimate on your composite deck installation or cedar deck construction project.
