Deck framing
Footings, posts, beams, joists, proper ledger attachment and flashing where the structure meets the house.
Outdoor living · Decks + porches
Decks and screened porches that hold up to Hudson Valley winters.
Custom deck construction, railing systems and screened porches designed to feel like part of the house rather than something bolted onto the back of it.
Decks & screened porches
Outdoor rooms, not platforms.
A deck is one of the few things you build that spends its whole life outside in freeze-thaw cycles, driving rain and full summer sun. What separates one that still looks good after a decade from one that does not is almost entirely in the framing, the flashing and the fasteners.
Cyrwus Contracting builds decks with the structure treated as seriously as the surface: properly sized footings below frost line, correct ledger attachment and flashing where the deck meets the house, and blocking that keeps the frame from moving underfoot.
Screened porches extend the season considerably in this climate, and they raise the stakes—roof structure, water management and finish carpentry all come into it. Both get the same finish-carpentry attention as interior work.
Ask Marek about your projectWhat the work covers
Framing, surface, railings and the roof over it.
From a straightforward rear deck to a multi-level outdoor space with a screened room.
Decking & surfaces
Composite and wood decking, hidden fastener systems, picture framing, stairs and landings.
Railings
Composite, cable, metal and wood railing systems built to code and detailed so the posts look intentional.
Screened porches
Roof structure, screen systems, ceilings, lighting and the trim work that makes an outdoor room feel finished.
Planning
What shapes a deck or porch project.
Two decks of the same square footage can differ by a wide margin. These are the drivers.
Height above grade
An elevated deck needs larger framing, more substantial posts and guard railing throughout, and often stairs that become a project of their own.
Material choice
Pressure-treated framing is standard underneath; the surface decision between wood and composite affects both cost and the maintenance you sign up for.
Site and soil
Ledge, slope and drainage in this part of the Hudson Valley affect footing depth and excavation more than most homeowners expect.
Roofed or open
Adding a roof turns a deck into a structure with its own framing, water management and, usually, its own permit.
Permits and setbacks
Most towns require a permit for a deck. Setback and height requirements are checked during planning.
From the field
Decks and outdoor rooms.
Where we work
Decks & screened porches across three Hudson Valley counties.
Cyrwus Contracting is based in Stormville, New York and works throughout Pawling, Holmes, Poughquag, Hopewell Junction, Patterson, Brewster, Carmel, Mahopac, Katonah, North Salem, Somers and the surrounding communities of Dutchess, Putnam and Westchester Counties.
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Deck and porch questions.
Composite or wood decking?
Composite costs more up front and asks very little of you afterward; wood costs less and needs regular cleaning and sealing to survive Hudson Valley winters. Both are built on the same pressure-treated structure.
Do I need a permit for a deck?
Most municipalities in Dutchess, Putnam and Westchester require one. Requirements are identified during planning so the process is clear before construction.
Can you convert an existing deck into a screened porch?
Sometimes. It depends on whether the existing framing and footings can carry a roof, which is the first thing to assess on site.
Can you replace decking on a deck that is structurally sound?
Yes—resurfacing an existing frame is common, provided the framing, ledger and footings check out during inspection.
When is the best time to build a deck?
Spring and summer are the busiest stretch, so decks scheduled over the winter for early-season construction tend to get the best availability.
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One team across the whole house.
Most projects touch more than one trade. These are the other services homeowners most often combine with this one.
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Talk with the person who will lead the work.
Share the room, your town and what you would like to change. Estimates are free, and the first conversation is with Marek—not a salesperson.
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