Archadeck

What Archadeck does

Archadeck is a private franchise-based outdoor living space design and construction company founded in 1980 and headquartered at 2426 Old Brick Rd., Glen Allen, Virginia. The company operates as a franchisor with locally owned and operated offices across at least eight U.S. states and three Canadian provinces, delivering custom-designed and built outdoor structures including decks, patios, porches, screened porches, sunrooms, pergolas, gazebos, outdoor kitchens, fire features, and hardscapes. Project delivery follows an integrated design-build methodology: complimentary design consultations produce custom plans, construction proceeds only after customer approval, and finished work is backed by a dual warranty covering both workmanship and structural integrity.

The company's core technology is its Job Process Methodology and certified contractor network, which enforce consistent construction quality across independently owned franchise locations using materials sourced through preferred supplier agreements with TimberTech (Platinum Partner status), AZEK Building Products, and Belgard. Archadeck generates revenue through one-time project-based contracts priced individually based on scope, materials, and design complexity, with disclosed entry-level pricing starting at approximately $13,000, mid-range projects at $36,000, and premium custom builds at $60,000 or more.

Archadeck serves residential homeowners seeking to extend living space and increase property value (deck additions reportedly recoup 85.4% of cost per Remodeling Magazine's 2007 survey). Customer acquisition is executed through a multi-channel mix including location-specific SEO, blog content, video galleries, social media, email capture, home and garden shows, and word-of-mouth referrals. The company operates under Empower Brands as parent franchisor, joining a multi-brand portfolio of home and business service franchises. The franchisor entity employs 101-250 staff supporting the franchise network, which has collectively built over 135,000 structures since founding.

Name

Archadeck

Legal name

Archadeck

Website

https://archadeck.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Archadeck is a private, franchise-based outdoor living space design and construction company founded in 1980, serving residential homeowners across the U.S. and Canada through locally owned offices building custom decks, patios, porches, sunrooms, and related structures.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outdoor Living Construction Services

NAICS

Residential Building Construction (2361)

SIC

General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Design-Build & Renovation-Integrated Builders (IMAFABAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Patio Construction (Pavers, Concrete & Stone) (HSAPALAB), Pergolas, Gazebos & Shade Structures (HSAPALAD), Outdoor Kitchens & Built-In BBQ Construction (HSAPALAE)

Keywords

• Custom deck construction
• Outdoor living design
• Patio installation
• Screened porch building
• Residential remodeling services

Headquarters

HQ city

Halifax

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Outdoor Structure Construction Services: One-time project-based revenue from designing and constructing custom outdoor living spaces including decks, patios, porches, pergolas, sunrooms, screened porches, gazebos, fire features, and outdoor kitchens. Projects are priced individually based on scope, materials, and design complexity.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Archadeck designs and builds custom outdoor living structures for residential homeowners, including decks, patios, hardscapes, porches, screened porches, pergolas, gazebos, sunrooms, outdoor kitchens, and fire features. The company provides an integrated design-and-build service in which designers create custom plans with the homeowner before construction begins, supported by a Job Process Methodology, trained licensed contractors, and a dual workmanship and structural warranty.

Product overview

Archadeck is a custom outdoor living space design and construction company offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services. The core offering includes decks, patios, porches, screened porches, fire features, outdoor kitchens, pergolas, sunrooms, gazebos, and pavilions. The company operates as a design-build firm, providing both design consultation and full construction services. Products span from standalone structures like gazebos and fire pits to integrated combination projects that combine multiple elements such as decks with outdoor kitchens and patios with fire features. The company also offers redecking services for existing structures and provides complimentary design consultations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• 85.4% cost recoup for 16x20 foot pressure treated deck according to Remodeling Magazine 2007 survey

Named customers10 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• TimberTechcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPreferred supplier partnership with TimberTech for composite and PVC decking materials. Archadeck locations have access to TimberTech products with platinum partnership status, offering customers high-quality low-maintenance decking options with enhanced warranty programs including triple warranty offerings.
• AZEK Building ProductscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPreferred material supplier for AZEK premium composite and PVC decking products. AZEK is featured as a partner in Archadeck's trusted supplier network.
• BelgardcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAuthorized Belgard dealer network partner for hardscape materials including pavers and retaining wall systems. Featured as preferred supplier for patio and hardscape projects.
• Fortress RailingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupplier partner for railing systems used in deck construction projects.
• The Deck SupplyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMaterials supplier partner for deck building materials and supplies.
• SCREENEZEminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for screened porch systems enabling outdoor spaces with insect protection while maintaining visibility.
• UNILOCKminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAuthorized dealer for UNILOCK paving stone and hardscape products.
• OLP (Outdoor Lights)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for outdoor lighting solutions to enhance outdoor living spaces.
• Empower BrandscoreOthersParent franchisor company that owns Archadeck and other home and business service franchise brands. Empower Brands received multiple industry recognitions in 2025 for performance, culture, and growth across its franchise portfolio.
• Westbury RailingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRailing supplier partner featured in award-winning deck designs.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• The Grounds Guys: Franchise-based residential and commercial landscaping and outdoor services provider. Adjacent to Archadeck in the broader outdoor services category and competes for homeowner outdoor improvement dollars, though focused on landscape maintenance rather than construction.

Direct peers

• Kitchen Tune-Up: Franchise-based residential kitchen and bath remodeling specialist with a national footprint. Comparable franchise model, target customer (homeowners), and reliance on localized sales consultation processes.
• Great Day Improvements: Residential home improvement franchise network offering windows, siding, baths, and patio rooms. Comparable franchise-driven go-to-market model and customer base of homeowners seeking custom outdoor and exterior upgrades.
• Patio Enclosures: National residential outdoor room and sunroom builder that designs and installs custom sunrooms, screened rooms, and patio enclosures. Highly comparable to Archadeck's sunroom and screened porch product lines and overlapping residential homeowner customer base.
• Re-Bath: National bath and home remodeling franchise that designs and installs custom residential renovation projects. Comparable franchise-led residential design-and-build model and reliance on localized sales and marketing execution.

Broad incumbents

• The Home Depot: Largest U.S. home improvement retailer, providing materials, design services, and installer referrals that overlap with Archadeck's customer acquisition and DIY-versus-pro positioning. Sets baseline expectations for materials, pricing, and convenience across the category.
• Mr. Handyman: National home repair, maintenance, and improvement franchise serving residential customers with a broad portfolio of services. Operates within the Empower Brands parent alongside Archadeck and competes for similar homeowner spend on smaller outdoor jobs.
• Trex Company: Largest U.S. manufacturer of composite decking and railing products and a key supplier category leader. While not a direct construction competitor, Trex's brand is a primary alternative to Archadeck-built decks and influences customer purchasing decisions in the category.
• AZEK Company: Manufacturer of premium composite decking, trim, and exterior building products under the TimberTech and AZEK brands. A core material supplier to Archadeck and a category-defining brand whose product positioning directly shapes the competitive context Archadeck operates in.
• Lowe's: Major U.S. home improvement retailer with category-spanning outdoor living assortments and installer services. Competes indirectly with Archadeck for the same homeowner's project budget and influences category-level demand and pricing dynamics.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ArchadeckCorporate
• Xx.com/NashArchadeck

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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