Create outdoor spaces you’ll actually use with custom decks, patios, and climate-controlled four-season rooms. Built for Delaware weather and designed to extend your living space outdoors. Serving Dover, Rehoboth Beach, and coastal Delaware.
Whether you’re building a new deck, installing a paver patio, or creating a climate-controlled four-season room, FICS Design & Build designs and builds outdoor spaces that extend your home’s functionality and increase your property value.
Based in Dover, we serve homeowners throughout Kent and Sussex Counties who want quality craftsmanship and outdoor spaces built to withstand coastal Delaware weather. From initial design through final construction, our team coordinates every detail so your outdoor living project stays on schedule and on budget.
From composite decks to covered patios, we handle every aspect of your outdoor living project. Here's what we deliver on every project.
Every outdoor living project follows a proven process designed to keep you informed, on budget, and stress-free from start to finish.
We visit your home to discuss your goals, assess your yard, and understand how you plan to use the space. Our design team creates plans that work with your property's slope, drainage, and sun exposure.
Choose from composite or wood decking, paver or concrete options, and finish details like railings, lighting, and built-ins. We provide samples and guidance on durability, maintenance, and long-term performance.
We handle permit applications for decks and four-season room additions. You'll receive a detailed, itemized estimate that breaks down costs for materials, labor, site preparation, and finishing details.
Our team manages site preparation, foundation work, construction, and all finish details. We protect your property during construction and complete a final walkthrough to ensure you're completely satisfied.
Outdoor living costs vary based on project type and materials:
– **Composite decks**: $40-$65 per square foot installed
– **Wood decks**: $30-$50 per square foot installed
– **Paver patios**: $20-$35 per square foot installed
– **Concrete patios**: $15-$25 per square foot installed
– **Four-season rooms**: $200-$400+ per square foot (climate-controlled additions)
– **Screened porches**: $25-$50 per square foot
The final cost depends on size, materials, site preparation, and complexity. FICS Design & Build provides itemized estimates that show exactly where your investment goes.
Project timelines vary by scope:
– **Decks**: 2-4 weeks from start to completion
– **Patios**: 1-2 weeks for excavation, base, and paver/concrete installation
– **Four-season rooms**: 3-5 months including permits and HVAC integration
– **Screened porches**: 3-5 weeks
– **Outdoor kitchens**: 2-3 weeks after patio/deck completion
Weather can impact outdoor construction timelines. We provide realistic schedules and keep you updated throughout the project.
FICS Design & Build is based in Dover and serves homeowners throughout Kent and Sussex Counties. We complete outdoor living projects in Dover, Rehoboth Beach, Millsboro, Lewes, Milton, Georgetown, Seaford, and surrounding communities.
Whether you’re building a deck in Dover or creating a four-season room in Rehoboth Beach, we bring the same level of craftsmanship and attention to detail to every project.
We build outdoor spaces designed to withstand Delaware weather. Here’s what sets us apart.
Proper drainage, foundation work, and materials selected for coastal climate. We design outdoor spaces that handle humidity, salt air, and freeze-thaw cycles.
All work is performed by licensed professionals and inspected for code compliance. We handle all permits and coordinate inspections with local building departments.
Clear pricing that shows material costs, site preparation, labor, and finishing details. You know exactly where your money goes before signing a contract.
One point of contact coordinates all trades, material deliveries, and inspections. We protect your property during construction and manage the timeline from permits through final walkthrough.
Answers to common questions about decks, patios, and outdoor spaces in Dover and coastal Delaware.
Composite decking costs more upfront but requires minimal maintenance and lasts 25-30 years without staining or sealing. Wood decking costs less initially but requires annual maintenance and typically lasts 15-20 years. Composite performs better in coastal Delaware’s humid climate and resists mold, rot, and insect damage. We help you evaluate both options based on your budget, maintenance preferences, and aesthetic goals.
Yes. Decks in Dover require building permits if they’re over 30 inches above grade or attached to your home. The City of Dover reviews structural plans, inspects footings, framing, and ledger board attachment. FICS Design & Build handles all permit applications and inspections as part of our service.
Quality composite decking from manufacturers like Trex, TimberTech, and Azek lasts 25-30+ years with minimal maintenance. Most composite decking comes with 25-year residential warranties covering staining, fading, and structural integrity. Proper installation and occasional cleaning are the only maintenance required.
A three-season room is an enclosed porch with windows and screens but no heating or cooling. It’s comfortable in spring, summer, and fall but too cold for winter use. A four-season room is a fully insulated, climate-controlled addition with HVAC integration. You can use it year-round in comfort. Four-season rooms cost more but provide true living space 365 days a year.
Wood decks require annual cleaning, staining, and sealing to prevent rot, mold, and weathering. Plan to restain every 2-3 years and replace damaged boards as needed. Regular maintenance extends your deck’s lifespan to 15-20 years. If you prefer low-maintenance options, composite decking requires only occasional cleaning with soap and water.
Schedule your free consultation today. We’ll visit your home, assess your property, and provide a detailed estimate for your deck, patio, or outdoor living project in Dover or coastal Delaware.
