Decks & Fences By Design

What Decks & Fences By Design does

D&F By Design is a privately held, custom exterior contracting company based in Burlington, Ontario, founded in 2007 and operating as a division of JB Management. The company designs and builds custom decks, fences, and railings for residential homeowners and select commercial clients in Burlington, Oakville, and the Greater Toronto Area. Its technical differentiation rests on construction building sciences expertise, Ontario Building Code and AODA compliance, certified installation of Majestic helical piles (an alternative to concrete footings), and exterior soft washing using biodegradable detergents and low-pressure application. The portfolio includes custom decks (vinyl, pressure-treated wood, composite), fences (aluminum, aluminum composite hybrid, vinyl, pressure-treated wood), exterior and interior railings (aluminum cable, glass, iron), basement rental unit conversions meeting Ontario Building Code, handyman services, fence sealing and staining, and exterior soft washing. Revenue is generated through one-time, quote-based project fees determined by scope, materials, and design complexity, with free consultations offered to prospects. The company employs a direct-to-consumer field services go-to-market model, engaging customers via website contact forms, phone, email, and on-site consultations. No public listing, venture capital, or private equity backing is evidenced; the business appears closely held and operated with a small team under founder Justin's hands-on project management. Media recognition includes features in Architectural Digest and Global News, and customer reviews are aggregated on HomeStars and Google.

Name

Decks & Fences By Design

Legal name

D&F By Design

Website

https://dnfdesign.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

D&F By Design is a Burlington, Ontario-based custom exterior contracting company founded in 2007, serving residential homeowners in the Greater Toronto Area with custom decks, fences, railings, basement conversions, and soft washing services via direct-to-consumer, quote-based project work.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Custom Deck and Exterior Contracting Services

akta.pro primary industry

Deck Construction & Replacement (HSAPALAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Deck Design & New Deck Construction (HSAIAJAE), Outdoor Railing, Guardrail & Balustrade Installation/Repair (HSAIAJAI), Staircase & Railing Remodeling (Interior) (HSAPAFAF), Railings, Stairs & Accessibility Features (Outdoor) (HSAPALAL), Privacy Screens, Lattice & Windbreak Installation/Repair (HSAIAJAJ)

Keywords

• Custom deck construction
• Fence installation services
• Exterior railing systems
• Helical pile installation
• Residential renovation services

Headquarters

HQ city

Burlington

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Custom Deck Construction: Design and construction of custom decks using premium materials including vinyl, pressure-treated wood, and composite. Revenue generated through one-time project fees based on scope, materials, and labor.
2. Custom Fence Installation: Custom fence design and installation using aluminum, aluminum composite hybrid, vinyl, and pressure-treated wood materials. One-time project-based revenue model.
3. Railing Systems: Custom interior and exterior railing systems including aluminum cable railing, glass railings, and iron designs. Project-based revenue.
4. Renovation Services: Comprehensive renovation services including basement rental unit conversions. Project-based professional services revenue.
5. Soft Washing Services: Residential and commercial exterior soft washing services using eco-friendly biodegradable cleaning solutions. Service-based revenue.
6. Handyman Services: General handyman services including cabinetry and hardware installation. Hourly or project-based service revenue.
7. Fence Sealing and Staining: Fence staining services with transparent and colored options. Project-based maintenance service revenue.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

D&F By Design is a custom deck builder and exterior contracting company that designs and constructs custom decks (vinyl, pressure-treated wood, composite), custom fences (aluminum, aluminum composite hybrid, vinyl, wood), and exterior and interior railing systems. The company also provides complementary services including basement rental unit conversions, handyman services, fence sealing and staining, and exterior soft washing, serving homeowners in Burlington, Oakville, and the Greater Toronto Area.

Product overview

D&F By Design is a custom deck and exterior contracting company offering a comprehensive portfolio of outdoor construction and renovation services. The core offerings include Custom Decks (available in vinyl, pressure-treated wood, and composite materials), Custom Fences (aluminum, aluminum composite hybrid, vinyl, and pressure-treated wood), Custom Exterior Railings, and Interior Stairs & Railings. Additional services include Renovations & Basement Rental Unit Conversions, Handyman Services, Fence Sealing & Staining, and Exterior Soft Washing. The company also provides a Digital Lookbook/Design Guide resource showcasing their various style categories including wood fences, corrugated steel, composite fences, iron fences, aluminum railings, privacy screens, and interior railings. All services are delivered with a design-oriented approach, project management, and commitment to Ontario Building Code compliance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Custom Decks Custom deck design and construction services using vinyl, pressure-treated wood, and composite materials with expert craftsmanship for residential outdoor living spaces in Burlington, Oakville, and GTA.
• Custom Fences Custom fence design and installation using aluminum, aluminum composite hybrid, vinyl, and pressure-treated wood materials for residential privacy, security, and aesthetic enhancement.
• Custom Exterior Railings Elegant and modern railing systems for decks, stairs, and outdoor spaces with premium materials including aluminum cable railing, glass railings, and iron designs, with expert installation.
• Interior Stairs & Railings Interior stair and railing services including custom glass railings and modern staircase design for residential interiors.
• Renovations & Basement Rental Unit Conversions Comprehensive renovation services including legal basement rental unit conversions that meet Ontario Building Code requirements for additional housing supply and rental income.
• Handyman Services General handyman services with over 15 years of experience including cabinetry and hardware installation for various residential project needs.
• Fence Sealing & Staining Fence staining services offering transparent and colored options to protect and rejuvenate fence appearance and extend lifespan.
• Exterior Soft Washing Residential and commercial exterior soft washing services using eco-friendly biodegradable cleaning detergents and low-pressure water spray to clean surfaces without damage, removing mold, algae, and mildew.

Quantifiable outcome

• Projects completed successfully in Greater Toronto Area with portfolio of 23+ decks and 17+ fences

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Majestic Helical PilescoreTechnology or IntegrationD&F By Design is a certified installer of Majestic helical piles, an alternative to concrete footings. Helical piles are installed below the frost line, not affected by frost heave, and can be installed in a fraction of the time of concrete footings with immediate building capability.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Lifestyle Home Products: Ontario-based home renovation company covering exterior upgrades including decks, railings, and outdoor living spaces. Overlaps with D&F on customer base (Ontario homeowners), service mix (decks/railings), and consultative in-home sales motion.
• Centennial Windows & Doors: Established Ontario home-renovation contractor selling windows, doors, and exterior upgrades through in-home consultations. Comparable in operating region (Ontario), consultative D2C sales motion, and premium positioning on building-envelope trades adjacent to D&F's railing and renovation work.
• Royal Deck: Toronto-area custom deck builder offering design-and-build services for composite, wood, and vinyl decks. Direct competitor for the same residential homeowner segment in the GTA and a comparable premium-positioning trade contractor.

Others

• Trex Company: Leading North American manufacturer of composite decking and railing materials. Not a direct competitor, but Trex's certified-installer network and material brand influence D&F's material choices and provide a potential partnership channel for premium composite deck projects.

Broad incumbents

• Rona: Canadian home-improvement retailer with installation services across decking, fencing, and railings. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering similar end-products at scale, though without D&F's design-oriented, custom-build differentiation.
• Lowe's Canada: Canadian arm of a North American home-improvement big-box chain offering installation services in decking, fencing, and railings. Comparable as a scaled incumbent competing for the same Ontario residential renovation dollars.
• Home Hardware: Dealer-owned Canadian hardware cooperative with building-centre locations and contractor referral networks across Ontario. Relevant as a broad incumbent that channels homeowner demand toward local contractors and competes for installation mind-share.
• The Home Depot Canada: National home-improvement retailer offering deck and fence installation services alongside DIY materials. Competes indirectly by providing bundled, lower-touch installation at scale and serving a price-sensitive segment D&F chooses not to target.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/decks-&-fences-by-design

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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