Trex Decks in Murray, Utah

We build with Trex boards on Murray homes, replacing worn wood decks behind ramblers and bungalows with a capped surface that skips regular staining.

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Trex Decks for Murray Homes

In Murray, a Trex deck often starts as a replacement. The worn wood deck behind a post-war cottage or a 1960s rambler has been stained, patched and stained again, and the owners want something that holds its color without that cycle. Trex boards are capped composite, so the shell resists fading from high-altitude sun and does not soak up snowmelt. In older Murray neighborhoods with mature trees, that also means leaves and pollen rinse off rather than staining into bare wood. We build with Trex boards on rebuilt decks and brand-new ones alike, across the city.

The frame under the Trex is what we pay the most attention to on an older home. Trex boards often call for tighter joist spacing than an old wood deck had, so reusing a frame is only an option when the spacing works and the wood is sound. On many Murray decks, the ledger is the weak spot, nailed to the rim joist with no flashing. We rebuild that connection properly, set footings below frost depth, tape the joist tops and follow Trex's gapping guidelines so the boards handle summer heat and winter cold.

Most established Murray neighborhoods have no HOA, so the Trex color and railing style are up to you, within city setback and permit rules. We bring board samples to your house so you can hold them up against your brick or siding and see them in morning and afternoon light. Trex railings come in composite, aluminum and other styles, and we install those too. SLC Deck Builders is locally owned and operated and builds with Trex boards across Murray. After we look at your existing deck, we give you an on-site estimate.

Where We Work in Murray

Murray Park · Downtown Murray · Wheeler Historic Farm area · Fashion Place Mall area · Intermountain Medical Center area · Jordan River Parkway

From central Salt Lake City, Murray is usually about 15–20 minutes away by car, depending on traffic.

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Key Benefits

Built for High-Altitude Sun. The capped shell on Trex boards resists the fading, graying and surface checking that strong Utah UV causes in wood. Some gradual color change is normal with any composite, but Trex keeps its look far longer without staining, which pays off on decks with full southern or western exposure.
Handles Snow and Freeze-Thaw. Capped composite doesn't soak up water the way wood does, so snowmelt and repeated freezing won't split or rot the boards. Our crew gaps and fastens each board for Murray's temperature swings, and a plastic shovel plus a manufacturer-approved ice melt keeps winter care simple.
Clean Look With Hidden Fasteners. Hidden fastener systems hold boards from the edges, so the surface stays smooth with no screw heads to catch bare feet or collect dirt. Paired with picture-frame borders and matching fascia, Trex decking installation done right looks finished from every angle of your yard.
A Frame Built to Last. Composite boards can easily outlast a poorly built frame. Our crew sets footings for frost and snow load, follows Trex joist spacing, protects joist tops with tape and flashes the ledger, so the structure under your deck lasts as long as the surface. We stand behind our work.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Trex go over the old wood frame on my Murray deck?

Only if the frame passes a close inspection. It must be sound, level and free of rot, with joist spacing that meets Trex's requirements, which are often tighter than older Murray decks used. The ledger connection matters too, since many were attached without flashing. If the frame falls short, we build a new one and the Trex boards go on top of that.

Will Trex boards get stained by leaves and seeds from the big trees in my yard?

Trex's capped surface resists staining far better than bare wood, but leaves, seeds and pollen left to sit wet for weeks can still leave marks. Regular sweeping and a rinse with a mild cleaner usually keep it clean. Keeping board gaps clear also helps water drain. Under Murray's mature trees, plan on a little more cleaning than a deck in full sun would need.

Is Trex better than a wood deck?

For most Murray homeowners who want low maintenance, Trex is the better long-term choice, because it skips the regular staining and sealing that wood needs under our strong sun and freeze-thaw cycles. Wood costs less upfront, and some people prefer its natural feel. Cedar and pressure-treated decks need refinishing every few years here, while Trex mainly needs occasional cleaning. We can price both so you can compare.

Trex vs TimberTech: which is better?

Neither brand is better across the board. Both make quality capped composite in several price tiers, and the right choice for your Murray deck depends on the specific product lines, colors, grain textures, heat performance and budget you're comparing side by side. TimberTech also sells PVC decking at the upper end, a different material with its own look and price. We bring samples of both and install either brand with the same care.

Deck Builder Serving Murray, UT

Centered on Murray City Park and the Fashion Place area, Murray has many mid-century homes where an aging deck or concrete patio is ready for a rebuild.

Murray is located in Salt Lake County, just south of downtown Salt Lake City. Our crew builds, replaces and repairs decks for Murray 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 Murray for an on-site estimate is part of a normal week for us. Call (801) 435-8845 to set up a time.