Deck Guides & Resources
B&B Decks • Hampton Roads Deck Guides
Honest, practical answers before you build — what a deck really costs in Hampton Roads, when you need a permit, composite vs. wood, and how to choose materials that last in Coastal Virginia. Written by a veteran-owned, TrexPro certified deck builder.
📞 Call (757) 676-0863 Get a Free EstimatePlanning a deck raises a lot of questions — cost, permits, materials, how long it’ll last. These guides answer the ones Hampton Roads homeowners ask most, with straight information and no sales pressure. When you’re ready, we’re a phone call away.
Cost & Planning
What it costs and how to budget
Composite Deck Cost in Hampton Roads (2026)
Material costs, labor, permits, and what actually drives your final number in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Norfolk.
Read the guide → PricingTrex Deck Cost in Virginia Beach
What Virginia Beach homeowners actually pay for Trex — by product line, deck size, and design complexity.
See pricing → Cost GuideHow Much Does Trex Decking Cost?
A 2026 price guide — cost per square foot, cost by deck size, by product line, and what drives the price.
Read the guide → ToolDeck Cost Estimator
Get a planning range for your project in minutes, then talk it through with us.
Use the estimator →Materials & Brands
Choosing what goes on your deck
Composite vs. Wood Decking: The Truth
An honest comparison factoring in humidity, salt air, UV, maintenance costs, and long-term value for coastal homes.
Read the guide → ComparisonTrex vs. TimberTech in Virginia Beach
A side-by-side from a certified installer of both — coastal performance, cost, and color options.
Read the comparison → MaterialsDecking Materials Guide
Compare composite, PVC, and wood — railings, warranties, colors, and long-term maintenance.
Compare materials →Permits, Code & Durability
Building it right and making it last
Virginia Deck Permits & Code: What Homeowners Don’t Know
When permits are required, what inspectors check, and how to avoid the common failures found across Hampton Roads.
Read the guide → DurabilityHow Long Do Composite Decks Last?
Composite deck lifespan and coastal durability — what to expect from a deck built for Coastal Virginia.
Read the guide → Decision GuideDeck Repair vs. Replacement
How to tell whether your deck needs a repair, a resurface, or a full rebuild — and what each involves.
Read the guide →Have a Question These Guides Didn’t Answer?
Talk to Brett directly. No call center, no pressure — just straight answers about your deck, your lot, and your budget.
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Composite Deck Builder Hampton Roads
Our brands, process, pricing, and service area — the hub for everything composite.
Explore → ServiceComposite Deck Replacement
Replace an aging or unsafe wood deck with a low-maintenance composite system.
Explore → ServiceDeck Repair Hampton Roads
Board, railing, stair, and framing repair for wood and composite decks.
Explore →B&B Decks — Hampton Roads Deck Builder
Address: 2704 Arkansas Ave, Norfolk, VA 23513
Phone: (757) 676-0863
Serving: All of Hampton Roads & Coastal Virginia