Deck Builder reviews in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey

S Scott is absolutely the place to go to to build your deck/handicap, accessible ramps. Not only are they amazing people to work with!!! the work speaks for itself. This company went above and beyond to accommodate the need of my daughters ramp to fit her wheelchair and was apart of these amazing project. The deck and ramp is absolutely beautiful. No better place to go and get yours done. If we could give more then 5 stars we would. Again, staff are easy and professional to work with.

We hired S Scott Construction to assist with creating our dream backyard that includes an inground pool, new decking and landings, firepit, outdoor kitchen, lighting, landscaping, and fencing. 9 months of planning went into the project and S Scott came prepared with architectural drawings and their A-team to complete the work timely and of the highest quality of materials. They recommended decking, railings, and outdoor kitchen appliances that we loved, and were always on time with completing the work. The S Scott team was very collaborative to work with to address all our questions and concerns. If you are looking for a contractor to do any type and level of carpentry work, I would highly recommend S Scott Construction and Design to complete the work. They are the best in the business and have far exceeded our expectations!!

We just had our deck remodeled. Larry, Tyler, and their team were great to work with. From start to finish they were amazing. Quick, neat, and finished project was beyond our expectations! Would highly recommend.

We tackled a outdoor deck project this past summer and solicited proposals from multiple companies. We opted for S Scott Construction as their professionalism and responsiveness was evident immediately as they fully analyzed the scope of the project and made excellent suggestions. We needed to replace a multilevel old deck, address drainage issues, reroute plumbing, reconfigure an abutting stone fireplace deck and work around mature landscaping. Shaun and Larry were a pleasure to work with as they addressed each issue and ultimately built a beautiful well crafted deck. The master carpenter, Herb, was superb and led the onsite workmen in executing the plan. My wife and I were very pleased with the work and would highly recommend S Scott Construction.

S Scott did a fantastic job.
They delivered on everything they advertised. The crews always showed when expected. On time, professional, organized and always left the area clean and safe.
Their team was always readily available to address any questions/concerns. Most notably Larry during design and with conceptual issues and Tyler onsite for the day to day happenings.
Upon completion both Larry and Tyler contacted me to review the project and address any concerns or punchlist items; of which there were very few.
Having been involved in construction projects for over 40 years I know how to read between the lines with contractors and weed out fact from fantasy.
S Scott is a top tier contractor and I would highly recommend them to anyone.

S Scott did an excellent job helping us with the carpentry components of our project. We are pleased with the new staircase for our deck and the TimberTech front landing.

Larry provided excellent service and assistance throughout the experience. He was always available for questions and provided timely answers for us to make sound decisions. He coordinated with our landscaping project manager to ensure the project remained on track and experienced minimal delays.

We will consider using S Scott for future projects and would recommend their services to others.

The S Scott team was fantastic for our deck project. It was a challenging project given the amount of stairs on our property, but they figured out creative ways to help us problem solve. They held our hand every step of the way through permits and inspections.

The quality of the work was very high, and we love the finished product. They use the best materials, and really felt like they had our best interests at heart.

At the end, even when I was happy with the work they had done, they self-identified a couple of very minor things to be cleaned up and came back to give us a perfect product. I would definitely use them again if I have another deck project.

Special shout out to Larry, the Operations Manager, and Tyler, the lead carpenter. They really went above and beyond.

My father in law had his deck redone with a new flooring---S.Scott provided him with great color samples of the product in order to feel it, test the touch in blazing hot sun and to see its true colors. The deck material they use did not get hot even on a 102 degree day today! Was out there barefoot, and not one burning foot. They provided him with a great design and actual install was even better. The team was clean, methodical, and very detail orientented. World class carpenters!!

An absolute amazing company to work with. Professional, punctual, and very communicative. We couldn’t be happier with our show stopping new deck, along with some work on our pool shed! The workmanship is unmatched! Highly recommend and will only be using S. Scott from here on out!

We are so happy with S. Scott Construction and our new deck! Shaun is great to work with and super responsive! He has a great team working for him. They work quickly and efficiently but take pride in their work and do an excellent job. We would highly recommend S. Scott Construction to anyone looking to do a new deck!

Hiring the S Scott Construction team to redo our deck was the best decision I could've made. Pictures don't even do the work justice, and there's more that could be said about the professionalism exhibited by Larry, Sean, Herb and the rest of the team. Such a pleasure to work with, and would highly recommend for anyone looking to create or remodel a killer deck. Kudos to you guys!

When S Scott Construction was recommended to us by a friend, the comment accompanying the recommendation was “they are not cheap by any means, but they are worth every penny.” Having had the pleasure of working with S Scott, we couldn’t agree more! From the moment we met Shaun, Larry and the S Scott team, we were impressed with S Scott’s level of professionalism, creativity, attention to detail, and unwavering customer service. From beginning to end, they were phenomenal to work with!
Throughout the design stage of our project, Shaun and Larry patiently worked with us, incorporating our input, bringing clarity to our ideas and ultimately arriving at plans that provided everything we were looking for. Then, Shaun and Larry walked us through various construction options, and transparently and honestly explained pricing and timing implications of each such that there would be no ambiguities later on. Anyone who has done a home construction project will acknowledge this is highly unusual and uncommon in the industry.
Once construction began, S Scott’s professionalism and strive for perfection became immediately apparent. The care taken during the demolition stage to not damage even a leaf on the nearby trees was as if our house and property was their own; the precision in construction with which each bracket and beam were placed was incredibly impressive; and the mid-project pivots were incorporated with ease. Once complete, the S Scott team went over the entire project with hawk eye attention and fixed anything and everything they were not satisfied with, unprompted by us and at their own expense. Most importantly, the team that managed our project was so warm, friendly and accommodating that we were actually sad when they told us their last day had arrived.
If you are reading this and think there is no way any construction project went this smoothly, we would have thought the same until we worked with S Scott. They were just that good. And yes - they are not cheap, but they are indeed worth every penny and more!

We hired S Scott Construction to build our backyard deck after considering several companies in the area. Larry and Tyler led the team with a high level of expertise and attention to detail, and it was clear they knew everything there is to know about decks and pergolas. They guided us through the design process, offering helpful suggestions to make the space even better than we’d imagined. The finished deck looks incredible, and it’s become the centerpiece of our backyard. We’re super pleased with the quality of their work and would highly recommend them.

Larry, Tyler, and the entire S. Scott team did an excellent job on our pool cabana project! Highly recommend!

Excellent work and excellent service! S Scott designed and constructed a new pergola and renovated adjoining cabanas. We are very happy with the finished product. From start to finish, Shaun, Larry, Tyler and the rest of the team were very responsive, timely and cooperative. They thoroughly walked through our design and construction options, and offered practical solutions to unforeseen problems. I'm already a repeat client (they have since installed new deck railing on a separate project) and will continue engage S Scott for future projects.

Phenomenal experience with S Scott and the whole team! We recently redid our patio and built an amazing outdoor pavilion / 3-season room. In the prep, the team was incredibly communicative and helpful from planning to permitting, and once on the ground, their craftsmen were exceptional even with awful weather impacting the build. We couldn't be more thrilled with how it worked out. All their subcontractors were wonderful - with a special call out to Chris Bennett. An additional plus, they worked seamlessly with our Hardscaper also on the ground for the project.

Thank you to Larry and Tyler and the whole team!

I couldn’t be happier with the deck that S Scott Construction built. It came out exactly as designed and even know it was a bit of a challenging project, they did an amazing job. The workers were polite, professional, clean and on time. Once the project got underway the communication was clear and and I was never left questioning anything. What stood out to me the most during construction was the exacting work. As painstaking some of the work looked, no detail was too small and nothing was overlooked. Even after work was completed, as a few questions came up, they were super responsive and helpful. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for a new deck.

Could not have been happier working with S Scott Construction. Every part of the process was seamless. Communication was outstanding, the team walked me through every step from design to construction to final walkthrough. We absolutely love the final result and wouldn't hesitate to work with them again in the future!

S Scott built 2 decks in our backyard in Montclair, New Jersey. Extremely satisfied with the quality of the finished product as well as the team (primarily Larry & Tyler) who were with us for the duration of the project.

Highly recommend.

S. Scott Construction — Larry, Tyler, Eric, and the entire crew — are truly exceptional. Our project included a new deck, landscaping coordination, and more than a few unexpected twists: last-minute design changes (both planned and unplanned), delays from the town, challenges with pool installation, and even the removal of a massive tree mid-project.

Through it all, the team was unfailingly reliable, courteous, and professional. They say what they mean and mean what they say — a rare quality these days. Every detail reflected their customer-first mindset and genuine pride in their work. They consistently went above and beyond to ensure the final result exceeded expectations.

I recommend S. Scott Construction highly — they set the standard for excellence in craftsmanship and integrity.

What an incredible experience with S. Scott! We worked with them for an outdoor project that recently wrapped up. The quality of work and craftsmanship is phenomenal. What they have constructed really is a work of art. They were also a dream to work with -- very communicative and responsive, transparent (their original estimate was remarkably accurate -- any small increase along the way was immediately disclosed, no hidden charges), and very close to the time estimate for project completion (minor delays were beyond their control with permitting, etc.). When there wasn't a full team on a particular day, the owner, S. Scott, and his top people even came and did the hard manual labor (trenching, etc.) to keep the project on track. Special shout out to Tyler and Larry. They coordinated everything beautifully. S. Scott really has put a phenomenal team together, they truly care about doing a top-notch job.