Deck Builder in Sussex, WI
Custom Decks and Porches for Sussex Homes
Sussex sits at an interesting point in Waukesha County, close enough to Milwaukee to draw commuters but spread out enough that properties here still have real yard space to work with. The village has grown steadily over the past two decades, and the housing stock reflects that mix of older established homes near the village center and newer builds in subdivisions that went up more recently along the outer edges.
Brew City Builders has been the trusted deck builder in Sussex and the surrounding Waukesha County area since 2003. We are about 30 minutes southeast in West Allis, and we have built on properties throughout the village.
Call (414) 453-1235 to get your project started.
Come See the Materials Before You Decide Anything
There is no good substitute for seeing materials in person before committing to them. A Timbertech color that looks like the right fit on a product page can read completely differently in your backyard under Wisconsin light. A railing finish you were certain about online might feel wrong the moment you touch it.
Our showroom has every Timbertech Advanced PVC color on display under real lighting, Westbury aluminum and Fortress steel railings side by side for direct comparison, and examples of Dan's hand-fabricated metalwork so you can see exactly what is possible beyond a standard product.
Seeing everything in person means you choose with confidence instead of hoping a photo was accurate. It’s one of the reasons homeowners choose us as their deck builder in Sussex, because nothing about your project is left to guesswork.
Showroom hours:
1900 S 74th St. in West Allis
Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
Deck Building Services In Sussex
Custom Decks
Custom Decks built with Timbertech Advanced PVC or Prowood materials
Porches
Porches designed to complement your home's architecture
Commercial Decks
Commercial Decks built for restaurants, businesses, and other high-traffic spaces
Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor Lighting Solutions to extend the usability of your outdoor space
Built Around Your Property, Not a Template
Sussex properties tell you a lot about what a deck should do. A newer subdivision home with a flat open backyard has completely different potential than an older property with established landscaping, mature trees, and grade changes that need to be worked around rather than flattened out.
As a
local deck builder, we visit your property before drawing anything. We look at how the yard sits, where the sun comes from, what the existing landscaping dictates, and how the outdoor space connects to the rooms inside the home. The deck design grows from that conversation, not from a floor plan someone pulled from a folder. Reach out today to start that conversation.
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Here’s what that means for a deck in Waukesha County:
- Holds its shape through repeated freezing and thawing without cracking or splintering.
- 15 colors to choose from, ranging from rich wood tones to modern grays.
- A quick wash with soap and water is all the upkeep it needs, with no sealing or sanding.
- Built-in UV protection keeps the color consistent season after season.
A wood deck in Sussex typically needs fresh stain or sealer every few years just to keep up with the weather. With Timbertech, that maintenance cycle disappears entirely, and the surface still looks right a decade down the road.
Wood Deck Installation in Sussex
Composite isn’t the right fit for every home. Plenty of Sussex homeowners, especially on older properties with established landscaping, want the warmth and texture that only real wood provides. When a client chooses wood, we build with ProWood treated pine.
ProWood is treated with an iron-infused process that gives it a natural cedar tone and stronger resistance to rot than ordinary treated lumber. With proper flashing and quality fasteners, a ProWood deck can last for decades while keeping the authentic wood look that drew you to it in the first place.
Whichever decking you choose, the structure underneath is always KDAT lumber:
- Ordinary treated framing shows up saturated and shrinks as it dries after installation.
- That movement loosens fasteners and pulls the deck surface out of alignment.
- KDAT is kiln dried before it reaches your property, so it is stable from day one.
- The frame stays true, and so does the deck built on top of it.
What’s beneath the boards matters just as much as the boards themselves, and the right framing is the difference between a deck that lasts a lifetime and one that starts showing problems within a few years.
Porch Installation For Sussex Homes
Some of the most satisfying outdoor projects we do in Sussex are porches, specifically because the village has a real mix of home styles that a well-designed porch can genuinely enhance. A front porch on a craftsman-style home in an older neighborhood looks completely different from a three-season room added to a newer colonial, and both need to be designed around the specific home they are going on.
Porch types we build for Sussex homeowners:
- Front porches that give the home a defined covered entry and improve how it reads from the street.
- Screened porches that extend comfortable outdoor time well into the evenings when insects make open-air sitting difficult.
- Three-season porches with operable windows that function like an extra room from the first warm days of spring through late fall.
Every
porch we install gets proper ledger attachment, correct flashing to keep water out of the wall assembly, and trim details that tie into the home's existing exterior so the finished result looks like it was always there.
Pergola and Gazebo Installation 
A deck gives you a surface. A pergola or gazebo gives that surface a sense of place. For Sussex homeowners with the yard space to work with, adding an overhead structure to part of the outdoor area changes how the whole property functions.
Pergolas work especially well over a designated dining or seating zone. The open beam structure provides partial shade, creates a natural place to run string lights or a ceiling fan, and makes the area feel like a defined outdoor room rather than an open platform. On properties with a view worth keeping, a pergola frames it rather than blocking it.
A gazebo is a fully enclosed overhead structure that stands independently from the main deck. It works well on larger Sussex lots where there is enough room to separate the lounging area from the dining zone or create a dedicated outdoor space away from the main activity on the deck.
Arbors are a smaller-scale option for adding architectural detail over a garden gate or walkway without committing to a full structure.
We design all three around the existing property so they feel like a planned part of the outdoor space rather than something added as an afterthought.
Commercial Decks For Sussex Businesses
Sussex businesses that rely on outdoor seating need a deck builder who designs for durability, so the surface holds up without demanding attention every season. A surface that needs to be closed off for sanding and resealing costs money in lost revenue and is simply not worth it when better materials exist.
What we focus on for every commercial build in Sussex:
- Outdoor seating and dining layouts that account for how customers move through the space.
- ADA accessible routes and level transitions built into the design from the start.
- Heavier structural framing specified for commercial occupancy loads rather than residential standards.
- Stair and railing systems that meet commercial code requirements.
- High-traffic surfaces that handle daily use without maintenance interruptions.
Every
commercial deck surface we install is Timbertech Advanced PVC. It takes the foot traffic, handles the spills, and only needs a periodic cleaning to stay looking right. Our commercial project history includes The Harp and Wauwatiki Bar and Grill across southeastern Wisconsin.
Custom Railings and Metalwork in Sussex
A railing does more than keep people safe. It frames the deck, shapes how it looks from the yard, and sets the tone for the whole outdoor space. A railing that clashes with the home stands out for the wrong reasons, while one that fits makes the entire project look intentional.
We offer three railing options for Sussex homes:
- Westbury aluminum won’t rust and never needs maintenance. It comes in a range of colors to match your home’s exterior, meets code, and its clean profile suits everything from newer subdivision builds to more traditional homes.
- Fortress steel has a heavier, more substantial look than aluminum, with styles that range from modern to classic. Its powder-coated finish stands up to years of Wisconsin weather without any ongoing upkeep.
- Dan’s custom fabricated steel is designed and built by hand for your deck alone. Clients have chosen family crests set into railing panels, geometric privacy screens, and patterns inspired by nature. The result is railing that becomes a focal point of the property instead of something you look past.
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As a trusted deck building company committed to creating outdoor spaces that feel well planned, well built, and made to be enjoyed for years to come. Whether you’re starting with a simple idea or a detailed vision for your home or commercial property, our team is ready to guide you through the process with experience, clear communication, and quality craftsmanship. Reach out today to schedule your free estimate!
How the Process Works
A new deck is a big investment, and you shouldn’t have to guess what comes next at any point along the way. Our process keeps every step clear, from the first conversation in your backyard to the final walkthrough. Here’s what working with Brew City Builders looks like:
Step 1: Free consultation at your home.
We come to your Sussex property, walk the site, and talk through what you want without any pressure to commit.
Step 2: Showroom Visit & 3D Design
See materials in person at our West Allis showroom and work with Amy on a detailed rendering of your finished project.
Step 3: Clear Written Proposal
Every cost, material, and timeline detail spelled out before we start anything.
Step 4:
Professional build
Permits, inspections, and a clean job site handled throughout construction.
Step 5:
Final Walkthrough & Approval
The job is not done until you are completely satisfied with every detail.