Do I need a permit for a deck in Rochester?

Usually. Under the Minnesota building code, a deck needs a permit if it is more than 30 inches above the ground or attached to the house. Rochester adds its own rules, listed on this page. Check with the city before you build: Rochester building and renovating.

How much does a deck cost in Rochester?

Our price data comes from the Twin Cities, where decks typically run $19 to $23 a square foot installed in pressure-treated wood and $37 to $39 in composite. A 12 x 16 ft deck is about $3,600 to $4,400 in wood. Prices around Rochester can differ, so get two or three written quotes. Try the cost calculator.

Which deck builders work in Rochester?

This page lists 19 deck builders based within 30 miles of Rochester or that name Rochester on their own website, nearest first. Call a few and ask for written quotes. No one pays to be listed.

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Deck builders in Rochester

19 deck builders based in or near Rochester, nearest first. Call them directly, or ask us to find one for you.

Steve Gentry Construction

Based in Rochester2 mi away

(507) 208-4501 Website

Reviews: Google · BBB

MN license BC593908

Minnesota's 1st Choice

Based in Rochester2 mi away

(507) 993-3139 Website

Reviews: Google

MN license BC668495

Masterwork Solution LLC

Based in Rochester3 mi away

CompositeDeck repair

(507) 319-9856 Website

Reviews: Google · BBB

MN license BC808622

Ecosmart Custom Homes LLC

Based in Rochester3 mi away

(507) 405-4190 Website

Reviews: Google

MN license BC808187

H & H Construction LLC

Based in Rochester5 mi away

CompositeDeck repair

(612) 570-0216 Website

Reviews: Google · BBB

MN license BC765663

ROC Builders

Based in Rochester6 mi away

Composite

(507) 556-8822 Website

Reviews: Google

Bob's Construction

Based in Rochester6 mi away

Composite

(507) 288-8379 Website

Reviews: Google · BBB

MN license BC755582

Hoyer Construction LLC

Based in Rochester7 mi away

CompositeDeck repair

(507) 358-9673 Website

Reviews: Google · BBB

MN license BC703397

Derby Construction

Based in Rochester7 mi away

CompositeScreened porches

(507) 421-6396 Website

Reviews: Google · BBB

MN license BC528487

Garas Remodeling

Based in Byron8 mi away

Composite

(507) 405-4094 Website

Reviews: Google · BBB

MN license BC797472

Hammerside Exteriors LLC

Based in Kasson13 mi away

CompositeDeck repair

(507) 990-5700 Website

Reviews: Google · BBB

MN license BC807376

Hackman Contracting LLC

Based in Mazeppa13 mi away

Composite

(507) 843-2400 Website

Reviews: Google · BBB

MN license BC639863

Peak Remodel & Design Solutions LLC

Based in Pine Island14 mi away

CompositeScreened porchesDeck repair

(507) 258-4244 Website

Reviews: Google · BBB

MN license BC730469

Maverick Construction

Based in Zumbro Falls14 mi away

CompositeDeck repair

(507) 272-0001 Website

Reviews: Google · BBB

MN license BC807688

Deckology

Based in Mantorville15 mi away

CompositeDeck repair

(507) 398-3550 Website

Reviews: Google · BBB

MN license BC740061

Driftless Contracting

Based in Minnesota City28 mi away

Composite

(507) 459-1740 Website

Reviews: Google

MN license BC809359

Planting Oaks Construction

Serves the Owatonna area43 mi away

CompositeScreened porches

(507) 206-0357 Website

Reviews: Google

TC Handyman Services LLC

Based in Owatonna44 mi away

Deck repair

(507) 456-5539 Website

Reviews: Google

MN license BC794903

Brad Wilson decks and fences

Serves the Mankato area72 mi away

Composite

(507) 380-8775 Website

Reviews: Google

About these listings. We list local companies whose own websites show they build decks, after checking each website and phone number (last checked November 3, 2026). Services are the ones each builder names on its website. A license number shows only when it matches Minnesota DLI records. No one pays to be listed, and a listing is not an endorsement. More about the listings

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Building a deck in Rochester

Rochester follows the Minnesota State Building Code: a deck needs a building permit if it is more than 30 inches above the ground or attached to the house, and footings must go at least 42 inches deep. Here is what Rochester adds, from the city's own pages:

You need a permit to repair or rebuild an existing deck. The city checks that the new parts meet current code. (source)
Homeowners building their own deck still need a permit. (source)
A deck under 30 inches high may extend up to a third of the way into a required front, side or rear setback, but no closer than 4 feet to a side lot line. Taller decks follow the rules for accessory structures. (source)
Permit fees follow the value of the work. For a $2,001 to $25,000 project, the fee is $55 for the first $2,000 plus $9 for each added $1,000, and plan review adds 65 percent. (source)
Apply online through the city's Accela Citizen Access portal. Building Safety: 507-328-2600. (source)
Inspectors visit the west side of town in the morning and the east side in the afternoon. (source)

Rochester permit info: Rochester building and renovating

Deck size	Pressure-treated wood	Composite
Per square foot, installed	$19 to $23	$37 to $39
12 x 12 ft (144 sq ft)	$2,700 to $3,300	$5,300 to $5,600
12 x 16 ft (192 sq ft)	$3,600 to $4,400	$7,100 to $7,500
16 x 20 ft (320 sq ft)	$6,100 to $7,400	$11,800 to $12,500

Deck builders in Rochester

Steve Gentry Construction

Minnesota's 1st Choice

Masterwork Solution LLC

Ecosmart Custom Homes LLC

H & H Construction LLC

ROC Builders

Bob's Construction

Hoyer Construction LLC

Derby Construction

Garas Remodeling

Hammerside Exteriors LLC

Hackman Contracting LLC

Peak Remodel & Design Solutions LLC

Maverick Construction

Deckology

Driftless Contracting

Planting Oaks Construction

TC Handyman Services LLC

Brad Wilson decks and fences

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