Serving Credit River & the South Metro
Deck, Patio & Outdoor Living Builders in Credit River, MN
Decked Out MN designs and builds custom decks, patios, pergolas, and screened porches for homeowners throughout Credit River, MN. TrexPro Gold Certified. Licensed and insured. Financing available.
No pressure, no obligation, just an honest conversation about your project.
Building Outdoor Living Spaces for Credit River Homeowners
Since 2014, our TrexPro Gold Certified team has brought the same premium materials and meticulous craftsmanship that built our reputation in Faribault and Northfield out across the Twin Cities South Metro, including Credit River’s large-lot, low-density residential neighborhoods. Whether you’re planning a full outdoor living layout across a large lot, adding a patio for everyday outdoor living, or planning a screened porch to actually use your backyard through Minnesota’s bug season, our crew designs spaces built for how your family actually lives, not just how a rendering looks.
2014
Year Founded
Gold
TrexPro Certification Tier
42"
Frost Footing Depth We Build To
4
Outdoor Living Services
Our Credit River Services
Custom Deck Building
A deck is still the most requested project we build in Credit River, and it’s usually the first thing homeowners want to replace or expand once they’ve lived in a house for a season or two. We handle everything from cedar deck construction to full deck replacement and repair, and every deck we build meets Minnesota’s structural requirements for this climate, including the 42-inch frost footings required for our frost zone. That matters more in Credit River than in warmer climates: a deck built on shallow or undersized footings will heave and shift within a few winters, and it’s one of the most common problems we get called to fix on decks other contractors built.
Composite & Trex Deck Installation
Most Credit River homeowners we work with want a deck that doesn’t need to be re-stained every other summer, which is why composite decking has become the default recommendation for this area. As a TrexPro Gold Certified Installer, we’re trained and certified on proper composite installation, structural spacing, and the manufacturer specifications that keep a Trex warranty valid. If you’re comparing composite to cedar for a Credit River project, our team can walk you through the real cost and maintenance difference for your specific yard and budget.
Patios, Pergolas & Screened Porches
Decked Out MN is an outdoor living company first, and a deck builder second, which is why patios, pergolas, and screened porches make up a growing share of our Credit River projects. A paver or concrete patio is often the right call for a lower, ground-level space or for connecting a deck to a fire pit or lawn area. A pergola adds shade and definition over an existing patio or deck without fully enclosing it. And a screened porch is, for a lot of Credit River families, the single highest-use addition we build: it turns Minnesota’s short outdoor season into something you can actually enjoy every evening without swatting mosquitoes off the deck. We scope all three as part of one outdoor living plan rather than as disconnected add-ons, so the materials, sightlines, and grading work together.
Deck Railing & Deck Lighting
Railing and lighting are where a lot of the design decisions on a deck or patio actually happen. We install cable, glass, and traditional baluster railing systems to match your home’s style and meet Minnesota guard height and spacing codes, and we add post, stair, and accent lighting so the space stays usable well after the sun goes down, not just during a backyard barbecue.
Our Process
1
Consultation
We start by learning about your home, your property, and how your family actually wants to use the space.
2
Design
We develop a layout, material plan, and feature list suited to your home and budget.
3
Construction
Our crew builds your project with steady communication about progress and timeline.
4
Enjoy
You get a finished outdoor living space built for years of gatherings, quiet evenings, and everything in between.
Why Credit River Homeowners Choose Decked Out MN
Credit River is one of the newer cities in Scott County, incorporated from what was Credit River Township, and it’s still mostly large-lot, low-density residential. That gives homeowners here more room to plan a full outdoor living layout rather than working around a tight urban lot. We treat a Credit River project with the same standard we’ve built our name on in Faribault and Northfield: real design conversations, licensed and insured Minnesota crews, and materials chosen for how they’ll hold up here, not just how they look in a showroom.
Every deck, patio, pergola, and screened porch we build in Credit River accounts for freeze-thaw cycles, frost heave, and the wide temperature swings that break down lower-quality materials fast. That means proper footing depth, hardware rated for exterior exposure, and material choices that won’t warp or crack after a few Minnesota winters. It’s a big part of why we’re TrexPro Gold Certified rather than just Trex-authorized: the certification requires proven installation practices for exactly this kind of climate.
What It’s Like to Work With Us
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Decked Out MN build patios and pergolas in Credit River, or just decks?
We build all four: decks, patios, pergolas, and screened porches. We scope multi-feature projects, like a deck with a pergola over it, or a patio connected to a screened porch, as one coordinated plan rather than separate jobs.
How long does a deck, patio, or screened porch project take in Credit River?
Timelines depend on the size, materials, and City of Credit River permitting requirements for your specific project. [DEV NOTE: placeholder range removed, confirm a real timeline range with Matt before publish.] Your project manager will give you a specific timeline during the design phase.
Is Decked Out MN licensed and insured to work in Scott County?
Yes. We’re fully licensed and insured to build in Credit River and throughout Scott County, and every project is built to current Minnesota residential code, including footing depth and guard rail requirements.
Do you offer financing for outdoor living projects in Credit River?
Yes, we offer financing through Hearth Financial so you can start your project now and pay over time. Ask about financing options during your free consultation.
Ready to Talk About Your Credit River Project?
Whether it’s a deck, patio, pergola, or screened porch, schedule a free consultation and we’ll walk your property with you. No pressure, no obligation, just an honest conversation about your project.
Prefer to call? Reach us at 507-323-0925. We’re open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and Saturday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
We also build throughout the South Metro, including Prior Lake, Savage, Burnsville, Apple Valley, Farmington, Lakeville, and Elko New Market, along with our original service area around Faribault and Northfield.