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John Lea
1141 Atlanta Industrial Drive
Alpharetta, GA 30066
1141 Atlanta Industrial Drive
Alpharetta, GA 30066
Typical Job Costs:
$40,000 - 60,000
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At Decksouth, we specialize in building high quality decks, porches, and outdoor living spaces that complement and enhance any home or environment.
We’ve designed and built more than 2,000 outdoor projects since 1998. When it comes to making a long-term investment in your home (most likely your most valuable asset), do you really want to trust anything less than a master craftsman?
Building a deck is more than just “adding on.” It’s about creating timeless beauty and lasting value for your home. That’s the reason we first listen closely to your ideas and desires. Then, utilizing our years of in-depth experience, we transform your dreams into a work of art, building a structure that seamlessly matches and enhances your home’s architectural character.
Our quality standards for both materials and construction are meticulous, guided by the highest standards in the industry.
Because our design consultants are not a commissioned sales staff, they can put the interests of our customers first. From the initial consultation to the final walk-through, personal attention to your project is our primary focus.
From the beginning, Decksouth has combined Old World craftsmanship and attention to detail with forward-thinking technology. We pioneered the use of non-wood composite decking, for example, and introduced Brazilian hardwoods such as Garapa and IPE into the Atlanta market as early as 2001. Our knowledge of the latest technology creates more choices, so we can select the exact product that meets the specific functional and aesthetic needs of each customer.
“Nothing less than your complete satisfaction is acceptable. You have our word.”
Services Provided
Deck Building, Deck Design, Deck Lighting Installation, Patio Construction, Patio Design, Paver Installation, Pergola Construction, Porch Design & Construction, Railing Installation, Sunroom Design & Construction
Areas Served
Acworth, Atlanta, Dunwoody, Kennesaw, Marietta, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Woodstock, Alpharetta, Cumming, Suwanee, Duluth, Norcross
Awards
NADRA Charter Member, Featured in Deck Designs second edition by Steve Cory, 5 Star Home Services Review, Best of Kudzu winner, NADRA winner of best alternative deck under 500 sf, NADRA winner of limitless creation, NADRA winner of best porch.
13 Projects for Decksouth

Alpharetta, GA
Harrington Falls Stunner
10 photos

Roswell, GA
Roswell Trex Deck
21 photos

Atlanta, GA
Double gable porch with Fireplace
9 photos

Sandy Springs, GA
Sandy Springs, GA Barrel Roof porch
10 photos

Roswell, GA
Low-maintenance Trex Transcend deck with aluminum handrail
29 photos

Cumming, GA
Screen porch watertight deck with tile floor and Trex decking on open deck.
15 photos

Buckhead Atlanta, GA
Atlanta deck, porch and putting green
16 photos

Roswell, GA
Watertight deck with custom kitchen
9 photos

Atlanta, GA
Gable screen porch with tile floor and spiral staircase
5 photos

East Cobb, GA
Trex low maintenance watertight deck
8 photos

Atlanta, GA
Gable/Shed roof open porch with Fiberon Decking
7 photos

Cumming, GA
Screened in patio below deck
5 photos
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Graham Lawrence
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I worked with Decksouth to build a pretty large composite deck with a gable roof porch. Everything from the minute the crew stepped onto my property was very professional. They took in all of my requests and wishes and threw it into the design which 1 month later, it came to life. I love Decksouth!
October 27, 2020

Lincoln Martinez
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Working with Decksouth to proceed with porch work. John Lea is the person at Decksouth with whom I am working.
September 21, 2020Last modified:October 28, 2020

Mary Kay Allen
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If your goal is to have the highest quality deck built with the finest materials and workmanship, Decksouth is the Builder you need to talk to. Our deck was a complete teardown which in itself can be messy and time consuming. They did it with efficiency and speed. Their builders and all their subs are very highly skilled and hard working and leave no mess behind. Initial contact with Lamar was educational and set the tone for the level of deck that they build. John came out and did the initial engineering inspection and offered many helpful suggestions that improved the overall structure and design. The Decksouth carpenters/builders are the finest. Their subs from the plumbers to the electricians to the painters and stucco were the absolute best. Their attention to detail and working with the City of Johns Creek on permit approval was exceptional. Throughout the entire process Lamar and other members of the DeckSouth team were always there to guide us. SIMPLY THE VERY BEST!!!
August 11, 2020

AR House Staging
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Decksouth built us a beautiful IPE deck. We purchased a 17' x 7' swimspa so we could jump in a small pool and exercise. Since our main level is 15' above the backyard they built an elevated platform 10' above our backyard to hold the spa that weighs 20,000 pounds (five cars). They then built the main deck around the spa. A team of true craftsmen worked with the dense and heavy IPE wood (Brazilian walnut) and created a well built and beautiful deck that will be standing for a very long time. We appreciated Marcelino's, Pablo's, and Jorge's attention to detail. They are so talented, hard working, and meticulous - they even sealed the ends of the deck boards after they cut them. Shane, the project manager, was easy to work with and he was responsive to our questions. Mike Reasons, one of the owners, personally oversaw the project. I can not say enough about this company's quality of work and professionalism. Thank you Mike and Decksouth. We love our new deck!



September 29, 2017

Chris and Jim Stanton
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We love our new deck! The entire process was so professionally handled, start to finish. Mike came up with a beautiful new design for us with a big pergola that adds so much to the overall look. And the construction crew was nothing short of amazing! Miguel and Raul are such precision craftsmen. The workmanship is beautiful. And Shane, our project manager, made sure all the painters, debris removal crew and other workers were prompt and efficient. I would highly recommend this company without one hesitation.

June 18, 2017
Comment from Decksouth:
Chris and Jim, thank you for the kinds words. It was our pleasure to work with you on this project. You have a beautiful home and we hope that the new deck and pergola add to it. We hope you will enjoy your new outdoor living space for years to come.
Thanks,
Mike Reasons
Decksouth
Thanks,
Mike Reasons
Decksouth

Jacqueline Locarnini
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Client
Decksouth recently completed a project for me at my home. It was a complete teardown of the old deck, porch and stairs. The new deck included an extension, porch, outdoor kitchen, lighting and stairs. From start to finish, they made the process easy! Decksouth handled all the county permitting, material delivery, scheduling of crews, electricians, plumbers etc. We loved our crew and were genuinely sad to see them leave! Decksouth is like hiring finish carpenters, who happen to build decks. The craftsmanship is excellent, and so is their service! Everyone who sees the deck is blown away! I plan to have them redo my front porch in a year or so.



June 6, 2017

Mary Watkins
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I can't say enough good things about the job Decksouth did for us! Our new deck and screened-in porch are beautiful. From start to finish they were very professional and hard working. So happy we chose them to work with.
May 22, 2017

Rana Drake
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Mike and Shane helped us design a beautiful screened in porch with fireplace. They helped keep us in our budget without compromising quality. The team was attentive to our needs and quick to respond to all questions we had. We are so happy with our new porch.
March 22, 2017

Marc
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The company has a great reputation throughout our community having built decks and yards for over 2 decades. When John and Shane came out and talked with me about what they could do, they almost made it sound too easy. Almost made me uncomfortable. But when you talk to them and you understand how they approach the projects and then how they integrate, in my case with the landscaper, to give me a completed finished look, I could not ask for anything else.




February 5, 2017

Leslie Patrick
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We hired Deck South to design and build a porch on our home. They were very professional and the result far exceeded our expectations. They paid special attention to the design of the roof which was a concern of ours since our house has dormers that would need to be taken into consideration. They were also the only firm that we met with that offered interest free financing. We love our new porch!
December 9, 2016

Debbie Fichera
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Client
I interviewed a few deck builders to reconstruct my 17 year old deck. John Lea, founder and President of DeckSouth was very professional. I was impressed with his breadth and depth of knowledge. My deck has special circumstances because the lot has a slope and part of the deck is over 14' high. DeckSouth installed steel support posts anchored in concrete footings to provide the highest safety possible. The deck is built to perfection with upgraded wood, Ipe and wrought iron spindles. Honestly, most repairs and rebuilding of a house can be painful, but DeckSouth made the process so easy. In addition, compared to some of the quotes I received from the other companies, DeckSouth provided excellent quality and value for the job.
November 9, 2016

Jonathan Meisel
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Quality seems wonderful. Really nice people to work with. Very responsive to questions. Only downside was that the project took a bit longer to complete than expected.
November 3, 2016
Comment from Decksouth:
Thank you for taking the time to review the project.. We enjoyed working with you. We felt like the project turned out great. We agree the project took a bit longer than anticipated. The inspections delayed the project longer than expected. Once again thank you for your business and let us know if we can do anything for you in the future.
Commented: Deck southIt was clear early on in this project, that a budget was going to be touch to adhere to as the homeowners vision kept expanding as we continued the build. What we can say is take the value of an aver...
March 7, 2018
Commented: what color is the stain on top deck?The product is by Sikkens SRD and is the cedar color. Please keep in mind that depending on the age and type of the wood the color will look different. It is always best to try a sample before stain...
May 29, 2017
Commented: What color trex is that?This product is Trex Transcend and the color is Rope Swing.
March 16, 2017
Commented: Was the doors custom? or can they be purchased?Yes they were custom built by our carpenters out of cedar.
January 24, 2017
Commented: What do you call this type of railing?This railing is very standard for us. It is a cedar 4x4 with 2x4 top and bottoms rails. The balusters are 3/4" round aluminum. For the top cap we use the same decking material.
I hope this h...
January 14, 2017
Commented: May I know the estimated cost of this deck? Thanks!This project with the engineered beam and watertight system it would be $50-60K.
October 3, 2016
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1) address the surface level mold spores that are on your porch columns and trim. While cleaning and painting that we will be happy to take care of the existing mold on the back of your house. Please let us know what your siding paint match code is.
2) We will inspect your screens for any holes caused by squirrels or birds.
3) We will paint the 6’x6’ area below your porch that you previously pressure washed.
To be fair, in 2016 your wife sent us an email stating how happy and excited she is with the final porch build. When we picked up our final payment you shared the same sentiment with us verbally. We have not received a single phone call from you in 4 years and then we receive this oddly negative review. We were devastated to say the least. Our 100% desire is to address the above agreed upon issues and put a happy smile back on your face. John Lea