PCC Decking

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Expert deck builders in Coquitlam

PCC Decking designs and installs custom decks for homeowners in Coquitlam, combining quality materials, skilled workmanship, and thoughtful design to create outdoor spaces built around your home and lifestyle.

Lafarge Lake and Coquitlam Town Centre at dusk

We provide complete decking services in your area, from site assessment and material selection to installation, repairs and structural upgrades. Every project is planned around your property and local building requirements.

We meet the highest standards for safety, quality, and professionalism across every project we undertake.

  • $5M liability insured

  • 5 year workmanship warranty

  • BBB A+ Accredited

  • Duradek trained applicator

  • 15+ years experience

  • Official financing partner

permits & code

Building a deck in Coquitlam: what's required

Coquitlam counts a deck or balcony as exterior work that changes the building or the property, so it needs a building permit, reviewed under Part 9 of the BC Building Code. Applications can be submitted online at any time or in person at the building permit counter at City Hall. Coquitlam is unusually open about timing: the City publishes an average of 15–20 business days to first review on a residential application, subject to volume. We submit a complete package first time, which is where most of the avoidable delay sits.

Permit required
Decks and balconies count as exterior work changing the building or propertyCity of Coquitlam
Reviewed under
Part 9 of the BC Building CodeCity of Coquitlam
City's published review time
Average 15–20 business days to first review, varying with volumeCity of Coquitlam
How to apply
Online any time, or the building permit counter at City HallCity of Coquitlam
Guard required above
600 mm (24″) from deck surface to gradeBC Building Code
Guard height
900 mm (36″) up to 1.8 m above grade; 1,070 mm (42″) above thatBC Building Code

Requirements change. These were checked against City of Coquitlam and the BC Building Code on August 16, 2026 — confirm current rules with City of Coquitlam or on City of Coquitlam's building information line, 604-927-3441. We check them on every permit we pull.

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Built for Coquitlam's Climate

Decking designed for year-round performance

Coquitlam climbs a long way — from river flats to Burke Mountain — and rainfall climbs with it. The higher, more treed neighbourhoods give decks that spend much of the year in shade under conifers, where moss and needle litter hold moisture on the boards. Here we push harder for capped composite or vinyl over bare wood, and for enough gap and slope that debris washes off rather than composting in place.

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Explore our service areas near Coquitlam

  • Burke Mountain
  • Westwood Plateau
  • Maillardville
  • Austin Heights
  • Eagle Ridge
  • Coquitlam West
  • Ranch Park
  • River Springs

why pcc decking

Experienced deck services in Coquitlam

We're one division of Pacific Coast Contracting, so when a project turns up rot, framing damage or a failed membrane, our own crews handle it. No delays or no surprise gaps in scope.

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  • $5M liability insured
  • Duradek-trained applicators

    Manufacturer-trained installation for performance.

  • Insured and WorkSafeBC

    $5M liability insured and WorkSafeBC registered.

  • One company, every trade

    Decking, renovation, and structural expertise in-house.

  • Clear scope, clear pricing

    Detailed estimates with transparent communication.

about pcc decking

PCC Decking is the decking division of Pacific Coast Contracting, a Port Coquitlam company building and restoring homes and buildings across the Lower Mainland since 15+ Years.

That means we know the local specifics, which materials hold up here, how guard height and permit requirements change between municipalities, and what a strata council needs documented before work starts. We build for homeowners, strata councils and property managers, from single backyard decks to full balcony replacements across a complex.

Lower mainland's trusted decking partner

5 Years Workmanship Warranty on New Installations or Replacements.

Every deck we build is crafted with quality materials, backed by a 10 Year Manufacturer Warranty + 5 Year Workmanship Warranty.

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testimonials

Trusted by homeowners across Coquitlam

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  • “Working with PCC has been nothing short of seamless. Their attention to detail and clear communication kept our project running on schedule from day one.”
    John Yu
  • “PCC’s professionalism stands out. The team consistently delivers high-quality results and makes collaboration effortless.”
    Robert Mah
  • “They approach every challenge with creativity and precision. PCC made complex work feel easy — a rare trait in this industry.”
    Mehdi Sayed

Deck installation Questions, Answered.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a permit to build a deck in Coquitlam?

Yes — Coquitlam treats a deck or balcony as exterior work that changes the building or the property, which requires a building permit reviewed under Part 9 of the BC Building Code.

How long does a Coquitlam deck permit take?

The City publishes an average of 15–20 business days to a first review on residential applications, though that moves with application volume. It is the City's figure rather than ours. What we control is submitting a complete package first time, which is where most avoidable delay comes from.

How high can a deck be before it needs a railing?

Under the BC Building Code a guard is required once the deck surface is more than 600 mm (24″) above grade. Up to 1.8 m the guard must be at least 900 mm tall; above 1.8 m it must be 1,070 mm.

Which decking material suits Burke Mountain and the upper neighbourhoods?

The higher and more treed the lot, the more the answer moves away from bare wood. Decks up there spend much of the year shaded under conifers where needle litter and moss hold moisture on the boards, so we favour capped composite or vinyl, with enough gap and slope that debris washes off rather than composting in place.

Do you build decks in Westwood Plateau and Maillardville?

Yes — we work across Coquitlam, including Burke Mountain, Westwood Plateau, Maillardville, Austin Heights and Eagle Ridge.

nearby service areas

We also build nearby Coquitlam

We also build, repair and upgrade decks in surrounding Coquitlam, with services tailored to local homes, site conditions and requirements.

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