Compare Deck & Porch Systems
See how Eicher's covered porches and custom decks compare to standard handyman builds.
All-Weather Curb Appeal
Covered Porch & Portico
Architectural gable, shed, or hip roof integrated into your home with finished ceilings and decorative columns.
- Roof & Structure Custom Gable, Shed, or Hip Roof Integration
- Decking / Flooring Premium Tongue-and-Groove or Treated Wood
- Columns & Railings Architectural Columns with Low-Maintenance Rail
- Ceiling & Lighting Finished beadboard or vinyl soffit w/ fan rough-in
- Warranties 5-Yr In-House Labor + Lumber Warranty
- Value Added Dramatic curb appeal and all-weather living
Outdoor Entertaining
Custom Open Wood Deck
Multi-tier or ground-level pressure-treated wood decks custom designed for outdoor dining and family gatherings.
- Roof & Structure Heavy-Duty Pressure-Treated Joists & Footings
- Decking / Flooring Hand-Selected 5/4" Ground-Contact Pine
- Columns & Railings Treated Wood or Aluminum Baluster Railings
- Fasteners Exterior-Grade Polymer-Coated Screws
- Warranties 5-Yr In-House Labor + Lumber Warranty
- Value Added Maximum square footage for outdoor living
Budget Benchmark
Handyman / Basic Deck
Standard contractor or handyman deck often built with undersized framing and nailed fasteners.
- Roof & Structure Undersized 4x4 posts without proper footings
- Decking / Flooring Lower-grade lumber prone to warping & splintering
- Columns & Railings Basic 2x2 nailed balusters (Loosens over time)
- Fasteners Pneumatic framing nails (Nail pops & rust)
- Warranties 30โ90 Day Handyman Guarantee
- Value Added High risk of early sag & code violations