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Deck Builder Medina: Custom Decks for Lakeside Homes

Medina's quiet streets meet Lake Washington near the Evergreen Point Bridge. Optima Fence and Deck is the family-owned, licensed, bonded, and insured deck builder Medina homeowners rely on, with 18 years of combined experience and a 4-year workmanship guarantee.

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Rebuilt wooden deck featuring new cedar horizontal slat railing walls and cap rails.Aging exterior deck railing wall with peeling paint and moisture damage needing replacement.
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How Optima Builds Medina Decks to Handle Lake Moisture

Medina sits on the eastern shore of Lake Washington, where damp air and tall evergreens keep decks shaded and wet for much of the year. Boards stay soft, moss spreads, and fasteners corrode in the constant damp. As a deck builder for Medina's lakeside homes, we start every old deck rebuild by finding where water is getting in, whether through the surface, the fasteners, or the framing.

That inspection shapes the fix. Once we know where the damage began, we repair or replace what has failed, then rebuild with materials chosen for constant moisture, proper drainage, and clean airflow underneath. The result is a deck that dries faster, stays firm underfoot, and holds up through the next wet season.

Common Deck Problems Medina Homeowners Should Watch For

Wet winters and shaded lots put steady pressure on every deck. Homeowners deciding between deck repair and a rebuild in Medina should start by checking for these warning signs, because small issues are far simpler to fix early.

  • Soft boards: Boards that flex or feel spongy underfoot usually point to moisture trapped inside the wood. The damage can start near stairs and shaded corners, so test those spots first before the weakness spreads to the framing underneath.
  • Loose railings: A railing that moves when you lean on it has lost its grip on the post or frame. Tightening hardware may not solve the problem alone, so have the connection checked before anyone depends on that railing.
  • Rusty fasteners: Orange streaks around screws and brackets show that metal is corroding and letting go. Failing hardware weakens the connections that hold boards and railings, so replace it before the stains turn into structural trouble.
  • Moss and mildew: Green growth and dark patches show that a surface stays damp too long. Slippery boards are a fall risk, and the cause is often poor drainage or heavy shade that cleaning alone will not fix.
  • Gaps at the house: A visible gap or sagging where the deck meets the house suggests settling or a weakened ledger connection. Treat this as urgent, because it affects how the entire deck is supported.

Quality Craftsmanship from a Professional Deck Builder in Medina

As a residential deck builder for Medina households, we plan, frame, and finish every deck with our own crew. From footing layout to the final screw, we check each stage and correct anything that falls short of our standard.

Each project includes:

  • Straight, level framing built to local code
  • Even board spacing and secure fastening
  • Sealed cuts and treated ends to limit moisture
  • Railings anchored securely at every post
  • Drainage planned into the deck layout
  • Jobsite cleanup and debris removal
  • Final inspection before we call the job complete

A Dedicated Crew from Your Local Deck Builder Medina

A deck builder contractor Medina homeowners hire should stay involved from first measurement to final walkthrough. Our team does, from the estimate visit to sign-off.

Trained Deck Specialists

Our crew members bring years of hands-on deck experience to your site. That shows in tight framing, clean railing lines, and a steady pace, with every task handled by someone who knows the work well.

Clear Communication

One dependable contact answers your calls and keeps the schedule on track, so you are not left chasing updates. You get straight answers about timing, materials, and any change that comes up while the work moves forward.

Respect for Your Property

We protect lawns, plants, and walkways, keep tools organized, and clear debris when the work is done. Your yard stays safe and usable while the deck takes shape beside your home.

Family-Owned Accountability

As a family-owned deck builder company Medina clients can reach directly, we keep our name on every deck we finish. The same family has owned Optima since it opened in 2020.

Transparent Pricing from a Deck Building Contractor Medina

Finding an affordable deck builder in Medina starts with knowing the cost before work begins. We walk your property, discuss materials and layout, and provide a clear written quote with no vague line items.

Your written quote includes:

  • Itemized materials, labor, and permit costs
  • Your design, decking, railing, and finish choices
  • A project timeline with start and finish estimates
  • Notes on any site conditions affecting the work
  • Financing details, including 0% for 24 months through Wisetack for qualified applicants
  • Our 4-year workmanship guarantee in writing
  • Written approval before any change in scope

Licensed, Bonded, and Insured on Every Deck

Among the deck-building companies Medina offers, credentials are the clearest way to compare. Optima carries each protection below, and Washington L&I keeps the license, bond, and insurance on record.

  • Licensed: Optima holds Contractors License OPTIMFD769N2, which shows we meet state requirements to build. You can look up the license through the state and see its status before you hire us.
  • Bonded: Our state-required contractor bond gives you a limited recovery option if a project is not completed as agreed. It is filed with the state.
  • Insured: If our work damages your property during construction, liability coverage pays for the repair, so the cost does not fall to you.
  • Guaranteed: Every deck we build comes with a 4-year workmanship guarantee, put in writing. If a problem traces back to our work, we repair or replace it under the warranty terms.
  • Trusted: An A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and 680+ five-star reviews support our standing as a top deck builder in Medina.

What to Know before Deck Installation in Medina Begins

Choosing the best deck builder Medina offers is easier when you understand the basics first. Medina adds a few local factors to the usual deck checklist.

Permits and Inspections

Attached decks generally need a City of Medina building permit and inspections. Permitting is part of our standard deck process: we prepare the drawings, submit the application, and schedule each inspection, so you skip the paperwork.

Shoreline and Setback Rules

Properties within 200 feet of Lake Washington fall under Medina's Shoreline Master Program, which can limit where a deck can sit. We review these rules early, so your design avoids costly changes after plans are submitted.

Material Choices

Wood offers natural warmth but needs regular sealing, while composite trades some of that look for very low upkeep. We compare both against your budget and lifestyle, so you can choose with clear expectations.

Timing and Season

Dry months make construction easier, and a deck remodel Medina owners want finished by summer should be booked early. We plan around weather, permit timing, and material delivery to keep your project moving.

Footings and Foundation

Soil, slope, and code minimums decide how deep and wide footings must be. We evaluate the ground before finalizing the design, so the structure rests on a foundation that stays level season after season.

Turn Your Backyard Into Your Favorite Room

Picture your Medina backyard on a quiet evening, with a deck that catches the last light over Lake Washington. Room for a table, a few chairs, soft lighting, and an easy walk from the kitchen door change how you use your outdoor living space.

That kind of space comes from thoughtful design, solid materials, and an outdoor deck builder Medina families trust to work with care, so the finished deck feels natural and stands up to Northwest weather.

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Five-Star Feedback From Real Clients

What Homeowners Say After Working With Optima

Homeowners and businesses trust Optima for a smooth process, from the first estimate to the final installation. Reviews highlight our project managers, skilled team, and commitment to quality work from the first estimate to the final installation.

We couldn’t be happier with our new horizontal fence in Mercer Island, it is gorgeous! They materialized our concept perfectly. Compliments from the neighbors and passerby’s on the quality, and on how nicely it frames the yard. Ilya (sales) and Oleg (project manager) were a pleasure to do business with! We definitely made the right decision to go with Optima Fence and Deck!

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amazing business! i contacted them last saturday after our fence fell during the storm, they came thanksgiving morning and got our fence fixed in a matter of a couple hours! definitely recommend thank you guys for the amazing service 💗

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Optima did a great job with our project. They had a competitive price and completed the job quickly (a head of schedule). The foreman José communicated very well throughout the project and asked for specific details to make sure the fence was what we wanted.

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We hired Optima to replace two fences that had started falling down. Our neighbor had also been happy with them citing quality of work and reliability. We were very pleased with our hard working crew lead by Andriy who finished a complex job in two long days. He made useful suggestions for changes, based on technical knowledge,  that we were happy to take. We are very satisfied with their work.

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I had a great experience with Optima Fence and Deck. After getting quotes from 8 different companies, I found their pricing to be very fair and a great value for the quality of work they delivered.

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We recently had our fence replaced by Optima Fence. They were easy to work with, communicated well, finished the job on time, as expected, and produced a wonderful final product. We highly recommend them.

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You should know that Optima Fence and Deck will create separate invoices for each neighbor involved in a fence project. No other fence contractor we looked at offered to do that. We split a project across five neighbors and that simplified the billing for us a lot. The fence came out great! My mother-in-law called it the nicest looking fence she had ever seen. We had it stained (not pictured) by Amazy paint at the reccomendation of Optima.

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We couldn’t be happier with our new horizontal fence in Mercer Island, it is gorgeous! They materialized our concept perfectly. Compliments from the neighbors and passerby’s on the quality, and on how nicely it frames the yard. Ilya (sales) and Oleg (project manager) were a pleasure to do business with! We definitely made the right decision to go with Optima Fence and Deck!

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These guys did an amazing job! From first meeting with Oleg explaining my vision, all the way through execution, Optima Fence & Deck were professional, on time, and dedicated to making sure I was happy with the final product. I’m a stickler for details, and these guys delivered! At one point we realized that some material was missing from the supplier, Oleg went to the shop, addressed the issue and came back right away to make sure the team was able to finish the project on time. I also appreciated that there were no surprises from the original quote. Highly recommend!

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Had a fantastic experience with Optima Fence and Deck! We wanted to enclose our front yard and add an extra gate to the backyard, and we’re very happy with the quality of their work. Ilya was incredibly helpful in the design process and Oleg  kept us updated on the job’s progress during the installation. It was also nice that we could pay the deposit and the final payment online. Highly recommend!

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Ihor Kravchenko

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Two sides of my wooden fence were in desperate need of replacement. They replaced the old fence and cleaned up the work areas so well, it was like they were never there. Very happy with the service, and when the other sections need replacing, I’ll definitely call them again.

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Viorel Focsa

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Optima Fence and Deck recently repaired a section of our fence that had been damaged by strong winds. It was a pleasure to work with their crew, they were professional and the quality of the materials and construction is outstanding. I would not hesitate to reach out to them again for future fence and gate replacements!

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Dmitrii Kutilin

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We couldn’t be happier with our new horizontal fence in Mercer Island, it is gorgeous! They materialized our concept perfectly. Compliments from the neighbors and passerby’s on the quality, and on how nicely it frames the yard. Ilya (sales) and Oleg (project manager) were a pleasure to do business with! We definitely made the right decision to go with Optima Fence and Deck!

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Yaroslav Potepalov

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The best fencing and decking company in Seattle! They provide excellent service and have an amazing team that truly loves what they do!

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Victoria Denisova

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I recently hired Optima Fence and Deck for my fencing project, and I couldn't be happier! Their team was professional, friendly, and attentive to my needs. The quality of the work is outstanding, and the finished product exceeded my expectations. My wooden fence looks great.

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Julia Kasap

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Optima Fence and Deck is the best fencing company on Mercer Island, offering excellent service and a great friendly team. Love it ❤️

I hired this Optima fence company and they did an absolutely fantastic job from start to finish. Jose(foreman) and the company were professional, punctual, and extremely skilled. They communicated clearly throughout the project, answered all of my questions, and made sure every detail was done right.

The quality of the workmanship is outstanding -- the fence is straight, sturdy, and looks better than I expected. They kept the job site clean, worked efficiently, and finished on time.

I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable, professional fencing company. Excellent experience all around.

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Michelle C.

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Optima created an ABSOLUTELY STUNING upper and lower deck for us which we will enjoy for years and added value to our home. The professionalism, quality, and attention to detail provided by Optima is over and above what we could have imagined and we definitely highly recommend them.

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Kayleigh W.

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After initial reach out, George promptly visited and drafted up a quote to remove and replace the broken fence between the neighbors yard and our own. We were able to schedule in a timeframe that worked for us. The crew got the job done quickly and the end result is beautiful. Davyd was great to work with throughout the construction. Once it's in our budget again, we'd love to have Optima back to do other areas of the fence around the yard.

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Kayleigh W.

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After initial reach out, George promptly visited and drafted up a quote to remove and replace the broken fence between the neighbors yard and our own. We were able to schedule in a timeframe that worked for us. The crew got the job done quickly and the end result is beautiful. Davyd was great to work with throughout the construction. Once it's in our budget again, we'd love to have Optima back to do other areas of the fence around the yard.

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Dulcey B.

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Great experience from estimate to installation. José and his team were efficient and I'm very happy with the finished product.

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Anne C.

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So, every once in a while you wish you could give a company more than 5 stars - Optima Fence and Deck is one of those companies: prompt, thorough, clean, and beautiful and precise work. They just installed a new gate and a new fence for us and we're so happy with how both were built and how they look that we're going to negotiate with the neighbor on the other side to get that fence replaced, too.

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Anita A.

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Wholeheartedly recommend these guys! Not only are they timely, friendly and efficient but they use quality lumber and hardware! On top of that their prices are very competitive! Great company & not surprised they have so many 5 * reviews everywhere you look!

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Raymond L.

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I received an estimate from the project manager, Roman, on the same day. Even though I wasn't home for the estimate, Roman understood my goals for this project over the phone.

Two days after the estimate, I accepted the Optima Fence and Deck bid. The company was ready to work the next day. Oleg contacted me with the project overview and completed the fabulous work that day.

The fence project came out better than I imagined. I appreciate the good communication and follow-up during and after the project was completed. I plan to do more future projects with this company. I highly recommend Optima Fence and Deck.

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We couldn’t be happier with our new horizontal fence in Mercer Island, it is gorgeous! They materialized our concept perfectly. Compliments from the neighbors and passerby’s on the quality, and on how nicely it frames the yard. Ilya (sales) and Oleg (project manager) were a pleasure to do business with! We definitely made the right decision to go with Optima Fence and Deck!

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amazing business! i contacted them last saturday after our fence fell during the storm, they came thanksgiving morning and got our fence fixed in a matter of a couple hours! definitely recommend thank you guys for the amazing service 💗

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Optima did a great job with our project. They had a competitive price and completed the job quickly (a head of schedule). The foreman José communicated very well throughout the project and asked for specific details to make sure the fence was what we wanted.

Read More...
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We hired Optima to replace two fences that had started falling down. Our neighbor had also been happy with them citing quality of work and reliability. We were very pleased with our hard working crew lead by Andriy who finished a complex job in two long days. He made useful suggestions for changes, based on technical knowledge,  that we were happy to take. We are very satisfied with their work.

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I had a great experience with Optima Fence and Deck. After getting quotes from 8 different companies, I found their pricing to be very fair and a great value for the quality of work they delivered.

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We recently had our fence replaced by Optima Fence. They were easy to work with, communicated well, finished the job on time, as expected, and produced a wonderful final product. We highly recommend them.

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You should know that Optima Fence and Deck will create separate invoices for each neighbor involved in a fence project. No other fence contractor we looked at offered to do that. We split a project across five neighbors and that simplified the billing for us a lot. The fence came out great! My mother-in-law called it the nicest looking fence she had ever seen. We had it stained (not pictured) by Amazy paint at the reccomendation of Optima.

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We couldn’t be happier with our new horizontal fence in Mercer Island, it is gorgeous! They materialized our concept perfectly. Compliments from the neighbors and passerby’s on the quality, and on how nicely it frames the yard. Ilya (sales) and Oleg (project manager) were a pleasure to do business with! We definitely made the right decision to go with Optima Fence and Deck!

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These guys did an amazing job! From first meeting with Oleg explaining my vision, all the way through execution, Optima Fence & Deck were professional, on time, and dedicated to making sure I was happy with the final product. I’m a stickler for details, and these guys delivered! At one point we realized that some material was missing from the supplier, Oleg went to the shop, addressed the issue and came back right away to make sure the team was able to finish the project on time. I also appreciated that there were no surprises from the original quote. Highly recommend!

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Had a fantastic experience with Optima Fence and Deck! We wanted to enclose our front yard and add an extra gate to the backyard, and we’re very happy with the quality of their work. Ilya was incredibly helpful in the design process and Oleg  kept us updated on the job’s progress during the installation. It was also nice that we could pay the deposit and the final payment online. Highly recommend!

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Ihor Kravchenko

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Two sides of my wooden fence were in desperate need of replacement. They replaced the old fence and cleaned up the work areas so well, it was like they were never there. Very happy with the service, and when the other sections need replacing, I’ll definitely call them again.

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Viorel Focsa

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Optima Fence and Deck recently repaired a section of our fence that had been damaged by strong winds. It was a pleasure to work with their crew, they were professional and the quality of the materials and construction is outstanding. I would not hesitate to reach out to them again for future fence and gate replacements!

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Dmitrii Kutilin

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We couldn’t be happier with our new horizontal fence in Mercer Island, it is gorgeous! They materialized our concept perfectly. Compliments from the neighbors and passerby’s on the quality, and on how nicely it frames the yard. Ilya (sales) and Oleg (project manager) were a pleasure to do business with! We definitely made the right decision to go with Optima Fence and Deck!

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Yaroslav Potepalov

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The best fencing and decking company in Seattle! They provide excellent service and have an amazing team that truly loves what they do!

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Victoria Denisova

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I recently hired Optima Fence and Deck for my fencing project, and I couldn't be happier! Their team was professional, friendly, and attentive to my needs. The quality of the work is outstanding, and the finished product exceeded my expectations. My wooden fence looks great.

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Julia Kasap

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Optima Fence and Deck is the best fencing company on Mercer Island, offering excellent service and a great friendly team. Love it ❤️

I hired this Optima fence company and they did an absolutely fantastic job from start to finish. Jose(foreman) and the company were professional, punctual, and extremely skilled. They communicated clearly throughout the project, answered all of my questions, and made sure every detail was done right.

The quality of the workmanship is outstanding -- the fence is straight, sturdy, and looks better than I expected. They kept the job site clean, worked efficiently, and finished on time.

I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable, professional fencing company. Excellent experience all around.

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Michelle C.

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Optima created an ABSOLUTELY STUNING upper and lower deck for us which we will enjoy for years and added value to our home. The professionalism, quality, and attention to detail provided by Optima is over and above what we could have imagined and we definitely highly recommend them.

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Kayleigh W.

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After initial reach out, George promptly visited and drafted up a quote to remove and replace the broken fence between the neighbors yard and our own. We were able to schedule in a timeframe that worked for us. The crew got the job done quickly and the end result is beautiful. Davyd was great to work with throughout the construction. Once it's in our budget again, we'd love to have Optima back to do other areas of the fence around the yard.

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Keqin Z.

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Stan and team did an amazing job at my permitted deck project. He is very communicative, attention to detail, and has good taste in aesthetics, picked out beautiful two toned neutral color for the deck. Really appreciate the smooth process of working with him.

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Dulcey B.

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Great experience from estimate to installation. José and his team were efficient and I'm very happy with the finished product.

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Anne C.

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So, every once in a while you wish you could give a company more than 5 stars - Optima Fence and Deck is one of those companies: prompt, thorough, clean, and beautiful and precise work. They just installed a new gate and a new fence for us and we're so happy with how both were built and how they look that we're going to negotiate with the neighbor on the other side to get that fence replaced, too.

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Anita A.

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Wholeheartedly recommend these guys! Not only are they timely, friendly and efficient but they use quality lumber and hardware! On top of that their prices are very competitive! Great company & not surprised they have so many 5 * reviews everywhere you look!

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Raymond L.

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I received an estimate from the project manager, Roman, on the same day. Even though I wasn't home for the estimate, Roman understood my goals for this project over the phone.

Two days after the estimate, I accepted the Optima Fence and Deck bid. The company was ready to work the next day. Oleg contacted me with the project overview and completed the fabulous work that day.

The fence project came out better than I imagined. I appreciate the good communication and follow-up during and after the project was completed. I plan to do more future projects with this company. I highly recommend Optima Fence and Deck.

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Service Areas We Proudly Cover

Serving Homeowners Across Greater Seattle

Optima Fence and Deck builds fences and decks for homeowners from Seattle and the Eastside to Tacoma, Snohomish, and the Snoqualmie Valley. Our crews work out of offices in Mercer Island and Bothell. Wherever you live in the area, you get the same team, the same 4-year workmanship warranty, and a free on-site or virtual estimate. Choose your city below to see the fence and deck services we offer there.

What to Expect Along the Way

Four Steps from Estimate to Finished Deck

Every Medina deck follows the same four steps, so you know what comes next, from your first call to a finished deck.

Our Full Process
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Estimate Visit

A Medina deck builder should start by listening. We visit your property, measure the space, and talk through your ideas during the consultation and design phase, so you know what each option involves.

2

Plan and Permit

We finalize the design, materials, and written quote with you, then handle permit paperwork with the city. Nothing is ordered or scheduled until you approve the plan and the price.

3

Build

Installation covers demolition of any old structure, framing, and finishing. Our crew keeps the site tidy and shares progress along the way, so you stay informed without supervising the work.

4

Walkthrough

In the final walkthrough, we check each detail against the plan with you and fix anything that needs attention. Your 4-year workmanship warranty then covers the finished work.

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