
Rialto Deck & Fence designs and builds decks, fences, pergolas, and outdoor living spaces for homeowners across Rialto and the Inland Empire. We handle permits, inspections, and every detail - so your backyard comes out exactly right.

Rialto Deck & Fence is a licensed Deck Builder in Rialto, CA offering 16 services that cover everything from new deck construction to fence installation, pergolas, and covered patios. Whether your backyard needs a simple pressure-treated platform or a full composite outdoor living space with a kitchen and railing, we have built it before - and we serve 12 cities across the Inland Empire.

No yard is the same. We design your deck around your space, your budget, and how you actually want to use it.
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Tired of sanding and staining every year? Composite decking holds up in Rialto's heat with almost no upkeep.
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Trex boards are backed by a 25-year warranty and built to handle triple-digit Inland Empire summers without fading.
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Pressure-treated wood gives you a solid, budget-friendly deck that lasts decades when properly sealed and maintained.
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Cedar is naturally rot-resistant and stays cooler underfoot than treated pine - a smart choice for Southern California backyards.
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Cracked boards, wobbly railings, or a soft spot underfoot? We diagnose and fix deck problems before they become safety hazards.
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Rialto sun dries out wood fast. Fresh stain and sealant every couple of years keeps your deck from cracking and graying.
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A slip-resistant, heat-tolerant pool deck makes your backyard safer and more enjoyable all summer long.
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Vinyl fencing never needs painting or staining and holds its color for years in the Inland Empire sun.
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A solid wood privacy fence keeps your backyard private and gives the yard a finished, polished look from the street.
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Bugs are out. Breezes are in. A screened porch or deck lets you enjoy the outdoors without the swatting.
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A covered deck gives you shade when temperatures climb past 100, turning your backyard into a year-round hangout.
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A pergola adds structure, shade, and curb appeal - and makes your backyard feel like an intentional outdoor room.
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Move cooking outside permanently with a deck built to support a grill station, counter, and outdoor fridge.
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Got a sloped yard or multiple zones to connect? A multi-level deck turns awkward grade changes into usable outdoor space.
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Safe railings are required on any elevated deck. We install them so they look good and meet California building code.
Learn MoreReach out by phone or submit our short contact form. We will follow up within 1 business day to learn about your project - your yard, your timeline, and what you want the space to do. No pressure, no sales call. Just a straightforward conversation to see if we are a good fit.
We come to your home, measure the space, and walk through the options with you in person. You get a written, itemized estimate within a few days - covering materials, labor, and permit fees. Nothing starts until you have approved every line of it.
Once permits are approved and materials are ready, our crew gets to work. We handle the permit paperwork, the city inspections, and the cleanup. You get updates along the way, and we walk you through the finished project before we close out.
We carry a valid California contractor license and full liability and workers compensation insurance on every project. You can verify our license number on the California Contractors State License Board website before you sign anything.
We come to your home, measure the space, and hand you a written estimate before any work begins. The number you agree to at the start is the number you pay at the end - no last-minute additions.
We have been building decks and fences for Inland Empire homeowners since 2019. We know Rialto's expansive clay soils, the permit process at City Hall, and what HOA review boards typically ask for.
We pull the permit for every project and coordinate all required city inspections. Your deck will show up correctly in your home records - an asset when you sell, not a red flag.
Ready to get started? Call (909) 546-5562 or request a free estimate online.
"They built our composite deck in about a week and handled every part of the permit. The city inspector came out, everything passed on the first visit. We have been using it every weekend since."
Marcus T., San Bernardino - Composite deck installation
"We had an old wood deck that was rotting at the posts. They replaced the whole thing with a new pressure-treated build and a fresh railing. Finished in four days and the yard was clean when they left."
Diane R., Fontana - Deck repair and replacement
"Got three quotes for our vinyl fence and these guys were straightforward - no surprises on the final bill, showed up when they said they would, and the fence looks exactly like the photos they shared."
Kevin L., Colton - Vinyl fence installation
We respond within 1 business day. There is no obligation - just a short conversation about your project. After you submit the form, someone from our office will call to schedule a free on-site estimate at a time that works for you.
(909) 546-5562Rialto Deck & Fence is based in Rialto, CA and serves 12 cities across San Bernardino County, including Fontana, Colton, Ontario, and Rancho Cucamonga. We typically schedule estimates within the same week and can have a crew on-site shortly after permits are approved.
Yes - Rialto regularly hits 100-plus degrees in summer, and untreated wood dries out and cracks faster here than in cooler climates. Composite boards and properly sealed cedar handle the Inland Empire sun far better over a 10-year period. The North American Deck and Railing Association (nadra.org) publishes guidance on material performance by climate region.
Any deck attached to your home or raised more than 30 inches off the ground requires a permit from Rialto's Community Development Department. Skipping it can void your homeowner's insurance and complicate a future home sale - unpermitted work often has to be torn out or rebuilt at the seller's expense.
Pressure-treated wood can last 25 years if sealed every one to two years. Composite decking lasts 25 to 30 years with only occasional cleaning. In Rialto's dry, intense climate most homeowners find composite pays for itself within five to seven years in saved maintenance costs.
Much of Rialto sits on expansive clay soil that swells when wet and shrinks when dry. Footings that are not dug deep enough into stable ground will shift over time, causing the deck to lean or pull away from the house. This is one reason local experience matters more than the lowest bid.
Many Rialto neighborhoods built after 2000 have HOAs with architectural review processes. HOA approval is a separate step from the city permit, and skipping it can result in fines or a forced removal. Submitting your plans early adds two to four weeks but avoids bigger delays later.
Fall through early spring is the ideal window - temperatures are easier on concrete curing, and contractor schedules are less backed up than they are in March and April. Starting in January or February typically means your deck is ready well before Memorial Day. The California Contractors State License Board (cslb.ca.gov) has guidance on hiring contractors year-round.
For permit requirements, visit the City of Rialto Community Development Department. For contractor license verification, use the California Contractors State License Board.
Rialto Deck & Fence is a licensed and insured deck builder company based in Rialto, CA, serving 12 cities across San Bernardino County since 2019. We hold a California contractor license issued through the California Contractors State License Board, which covers structural and outdoor construction work across the state.
Since 2019, we have completed hundreds of deck and fence projects across the Inland Empire, offering 16 services including custom deck design and build, composite and Trex installation, fence installation, pergolas, covered patios, and more. Every project is permitted through the city and inspected at every required stage.
Want to learn more about how we work? Visit our About page or get in touch directly.
If boards are cracking but the frame feels solid, repair is often enough. If posts feel soft at the base or the deck flexes noticeably underfoot, the structure is compromised and replacement is safer and more cost-effective long-term.
Look up any contractor's license number on the California Contractors State License Board website at cslb.ca.gov. The search is free and takes about 30 seconds - it shows whether the license is active and whether any complaints have been filed.
Unpermitted work can complicate or kill a home sale, void homeowner's insurance claims, and require demolition of the structure. The city can require you to bring the work up to code at your expense even years after it was built.
For official safety guidelines on residential deck construction, the North American Deck and Railing Association maintains consumer resources and best-practice standards. Ready to move forward? Call (909) 546-5562 for a free on-site estimate.
Rialto is a city of about 103,000 people in San Bernardino County, sitting roughly 55 miles east of downtown Los Angeles between Fontana and San Bernardino. Most of the city was built out during the postwar decades - the 1950s through 1990s - which means a large share of homes are between 30 and 70 years old and at the age where outdoor structures need serious attention. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates roughly 55% of Rialto housing units are owner-occupied, which reflects steady demand for home improvement work.
The city is served by Interstate 10 and State Route 210, and landmarks like Rialto City Hall on Riverside Avenue and the general aviation airport known as Miro Field anchor the community. Newer subdivisions near the 210 corridor in north Rialto are often part of master-planned communities governed by HOAs, which adds an architectural review step to any deck or fence project. Schools across the Rialto Unified School District - including Eisenhower High School and Carter High School - are central to daily life here, and the city's family-heavy character means backyards get genuine use.
The climate is what makes outdoor living both appealing and demanding in Rialto. With roughly 287 sunny days per year and summer temperatures that routinely exceed 100 degrees, decks here take more punishment than in coastal California. The National Weather Service San Diego office tracks the Santa Ana wind events that roll through every fall, knocking loose roofing and filling gutters with debris. Those same weather patterns - dry heat, expansive clay soils, and seasonal wind - shape how we design and build every deck and fence we install in this city. We know what holds up here, and we build accordingly.
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Rialto Deck & Fence
305 N Olive Ave
Rialto, CA 92376
Always open, 24/7.
Call (909) 546-5562 or fill out our short form - we respond within 1 business day and come to you with a free on-site estimate.