Decks and porches for Kent homes, from the village and the Housatonic River valley to houses in the hills above it.
Decks in Kent
Kent is a small, rural town along the Housatonic River, with a busy village center, Kent School, and a lot of open land, including Macedonia Brook State Park and the Appalachian Trail. Many houses are weekend or second homes on large lots with views of the river valley and the hills. There are also older farmhouses and village homes.
Deck projects in Kent are often about views and the outdoors: decks that face the valley, screened porches for summer, and natural materials that blend into the woods.
Deck jobs we see in Kent
- Custom decks on hillside lots with views.
- Screened porches and covered decks.
- Decks on older farmhouses and village homes.
- Composite and PVC for second homes that don’t get regular upkeep.
- Repairs and replacements on older decks along the river and in the hills.
Permits in Kent
Kent’s Building Department issues deck permits and inspects footings and framing. Zoning setbacks apply. Properties near the Housatonic River, its brooks, or wetlands may need an inland wetlands review, and riverfront lots may have extra rules. Plan time for approvals before building.
Decks with a view
On a hillside lot, the railing makes the biggest difference to the view. Cable and aluminum picket railings keep sightlines open, and glass keeps them clearest. Tall decks on slopes also need careful design: sturdy posts, bracing, and footings that can handle the load. See railings and stairs.
Costs in Kent
Most decks run $35 to $55 per square foot in pressure-treated and $60 to $100 in composite or PVC. Custom decks on steep lots and screened porches cost more. See the deck cost guide.
Deck services in Kent
- New decks in Kent
- Deck replacement in Kent
- Deck repair in Kent
- Composite and PVC decking in Kent
- Railings and stairs in Kent
- Covered decks and porches in Kent
Nearby towns
We also take calls from New Milford, Washington, Goshen, and the rest of Litchfield County.
Common questions
Can a deck be built while we’re not in Kent?
Yes. Builders often work on second homes during the week. Agree on how you’ll get updates and photos.
Do decks near the Housatonic need extra approval?
Properties near the river or wetlands may need an inland wetlands review. The builder or the town can tell you what applies to your lot.
What railing keeps the view open?
Cable railing is the most popular choice for views. Aluminum pickets and glass panels also work well.
Tell us about your deck.
Size, what’s wrong with it now, or what you’d like to build. Photos help.