Herriman is one of the fastest-growing cities in Salt Lake County, and most of its homes were built in the last two decades. Neighborhoods like Rosecrest, Anthem and the streets around Herriman Towne Center are full of two-story homes with basements, many on gently sloped lots that rise toward the Oquirrh foothills. Plenty of houses still have a bare slider and a few temporary steps down to sod or gravel, waiting for a deck. Because builders often set the main floor well above grade, a raised deck with stairs is common here, and some lots leave room underneath for storage or a shaded patio. Our crew builds throughout Herriman and plans each deck around the grade.

Lots in newer Herriman subdivisions can be compact, and a neighbor's second-story windows often look straight into the yard. A privacy wall, a pergola or a deck placed to catch shade from the house can help. Think about who will use the space: young kids may need gates at the stairs, and a family that heads to Blackridge Reservoir or J. Lynn Crane Park on summer weekends may want a deck that's quick to hose off. East-facing yards get morning light and views across the valley to the Wasatch, while west-facing yards take the hot afternoon sun. Mark where your sprinklers and window wells are, and we'll plan the footings to work around them.

Herriman sits at the southwest edge of the valley, where strong winds can sweep down from the Oquirrhs and across open lots. Winters bring snow and plenty of freeze-thaw swings, and summers are hot, dry and bright at this elevation. We size framing for snow load, set footings below the frost line and pay close attention to post bracing and fasteners on taller decks exposed to wind. Lighter composite and PVC colors stay cooler underfoot and resist UV fading. Cedar and pressure-treated boards cost less up front, but sun and dry air wear down stain quickly out here, so expect to clean and reseal them more often than you might in a milder place.

Many Herriman neighborhoods are governed by HOAs, and their architectural review often covers deck size, railing style, colors and setbacks. Get written approval before building so you aren't redoing work later. The city usually requires a building permit for raised or attached decks, and we'll explain how plan review and inspections fit into your timeline. SLC Deck Builders is a locally owned and operated deck builder. We help Herriman homeowners plan the layout, compare materials and set a realistic budget. Then our crew comes out to look at the yard, check the grade and access, and give you an on-site estimate you can use to make a confident decision.

Neighborhoods & Landmarks

Rosecrest · Anthem · Herriman Towne Center · Blackridge Reservoir · J. Lynn Crane Park · Butterfield Canyon area · Mountain View Corridor

From central Salt Lake City, Herriman is usually about 30–40 minutes away by car, depending on traffic.

Deck Services in Herriman

Our crew is a locally owned team of Salt Lake deck builders serving Herriman and the rest of the valley.

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Anchored by Blackridge Reservoir in the Oquirrh foothills, Herriman is a young, fast-growing city where many newer homes still need a deck and open lots call for framing that stands up to wind.

Herriman is located in Salt Lake County, southwest of downtown Salt Lake City. Our crew builds, replaces and repairs decks for Herriman homeowners, from the first measurements and material choices to the final railing post.

We're a locally owned team working across the Salt Lake Valley, so getting to Herriman for an on-site estimate is part of a normal week for us. Call (801) 435-8845 to set up a time.