50 deck builders ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
Best overall in Forest Acres: Pioneer Deck Solutions, CR Score 61/100; 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Douglas Co. Power Washing, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 50.
Most-reviewed: Punch List Pros, 384 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 50 ranked; ranked #5.
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50 Forest Acres deck builders are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 2 are open 24/7, 23 open Saturdays and 7 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 50 rated businesses.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pioneer Deck Solutions | 61 | 5.0★ (34) | Cayce, 3 mi away | Sat · Sun | Overall |
| 2 | Douglas Co. Power Washing | 59 | 5.0★ (145) | Columbia, 6 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Columbia Premier Outdoor Structures | 57 | 5.0★ (12) | Columbia, 1 mi away | Sat | — |
| 4 | Archadeck of Central South Carolina | 57 | 5.0★ (109) | Cayce, 17 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | Punch List Pros | 56 | 4.8★ (384) | Columbia, 7 mi away | Sat · Evenings | Most reviews |
| 6 | Blight Built | 55 | 4.7★ (23) | Cayce, 6 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 7 | Palmetto Outdoor LLC | 54 | 4.8★ (73) | Columbia, 3 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Dennis Home Improvement, LLC | 53 | 4.8★ (125) | Columbia, 1 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | RGF Fencing INC | 53 | 4.8★ (281) | Lugoff, 23 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 10 | Decks Docks & More | 53 | 5.0★ (33) | Lake Murray of Richland, 13 mi away | Sat | — |
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Deck builder”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia, 6 mi away
Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 145 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia, 1 mi away
Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Deck builder”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cayce, 17 mi away
Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 109 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Deck builder”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia, 7 mi away
Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 384 Google reviews, the most in Forest Acres.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cayce, 6 mi away
Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Deck builder”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia, 3 mi away
Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 73 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia, 1 mi away
Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 125 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lugoff, 23 mi away
Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 281 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lake Murray of Richland, 13 mi away
Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Dock builder”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia, 15 mi away
Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Deck builder”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia, 3 mi away
Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tile contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 10 mi away
Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 55 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Irmo, 12 mi away
Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Deck builder”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia, 3 mi away
Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cayce, 1 mi away
Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia, 10 mi away
Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.3★ from 29 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 17 mi away
Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Deck builder”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Cayce, 10 mi away
Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Siding contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia, 11 mi away
Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 27 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cayce, 1 mi away
Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Columbia, 10 mi away
Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 44 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia, 8 mi away
Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Woodfield, 7 mi away
Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 12 mi away
Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
20 more deck builders within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| All Southern Construction | 5.0★ (1) | 16 mi |
| Bobby G's Custom Trim Search | 22 mi | |
| Carolina handy helper | 15 mi | |
| Deck Pro | 5.0★ (1) | 8 mi |
| Decks Plus | 4 mi | |
| Green Exterior Remodeling of Columbia | 5.0★ (1) | 5 mi |
| Haroff Home Services | 5 mi | |
| J&J Outdoor Services & Improvements | 5.0★ (2) | 1 mi |
| Kohsmann's Decks & Docks | 5.0★ (1) | 14 mi |
| Magnolia Outdoor Services | 5.0★ (4) | In Forest Acres |
| Midlands Extreme Lawn Care | 5.0★ (3) | In Forest Acres |
| Nealy Fence Co | 20 mi | |
| O&S Exteriors LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 1 mi |
| Phillips Home Improvements | 6 mi | |
| Rickysrepairs | 1.0★ (1) | 6 mi |
| SC Home and Fence Repair | 4 mi | |
| Soda City Deck Solutions | 3 mi | |
| Southern Artificial Turf | 5.0★ (23) | In Forest Acres |
| Sweet Crete | 5.0★ (2) | 15 mi |
| Wood's Remodeling & Construction | 8 mi |
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for South Carolina with a published regional index. Each row names its basis and month.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deck building | $4,370 | $8,380 | $12,750 | Per deck: typical range of customer-reported projects. US national range × 1.01 South Atlantic factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
We scored 50 Forest Acres deck builders on ten factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Forest Acres data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license, bond and workers’ comp on file | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed business on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | How clearly the business does this trade (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The business has claimed its ContractorsRanked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The business links to ContractorsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| ContractorsRanked reviews | 10% | Verified customer reviews collected by ContractorsRanked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |