The Handy Swan — Chico, CA handyman

Decks and Shade Structures Built for Chico Summers

New builds, repairs, replacements, shade structures and pergolas.

100°F summers are brutal without shade. We build new decks, rebuild the sun-baked ones, and add shade structures and pergolas that turn a back yard into somewhere you actually want to sit in July. Framing is code-compliant and built to outlast the next owner.

Back-yard projects often stack — fencing and carpentryusually come up in the same conversation, and it's cheaper to scope them together.

Frequently asked

What can you do?

  • New deck construction (freestanding and ledger-attached)
  • Deck repair and board replacement
  • Railing and stair rebuilds
  • Shade structures, pergolas, arbors
  • Subfloor and joist repair
  • Staining, sealing, and finish coats

What's the best decking material for Chico's sun?

Pressure-treated pine is budget-friendly but grays fast without stain. Composite (Trex, TimberTech) holds up best to UV — zero annual maintenance. We'll price both for you.

Do you pull the permit?

If a permit is required, yes — we handle it.

Ready to get it done?

Tell Kevin about the job. Free estimate, call back within 24 hours.

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