A great deck extends your living space outdoors, and the right fence gives you privacy and defines your property. Runsview Landscaping builds custom cedar and composite decks, privacy fencing, pergolas, and shade structures across Toronto — built solid, built to code, built to last.
A deck and a fence are two of the most-used and most-visible features of any Toronto property. A solid deck becomes the heart of your summer — dinners, morning coffee, weekend gatherings. A well-built fence gives you privacy from neighbours who are often just a few feet away on Toronto's tight city lots, and it defines your space.
The problem is that fences and decks are also two of the most commonly botched outdoor projects. Footings that aren't deep enough heave in Toronto's frost. Posts that rot at the base because they weren't installed properly. Decking that warps and splinters because the wrong fasteners were used. Fences that lean within two years because the post holes were too shallow.
Runsview Landscaping has built fences and decks across Toronto since 2016 — and we build them to last. Proper footings below the frost line, correct hardware and fasteners, quality materials, and construction that meets the Ontario Building Code. We don't cut the corners that cause the failures you see in cheaply built decks and leaning fences all over the city.

From a simple privacy fence to a multi-level composite deck — here's what Runsview builds for Toronto homeowners.
Natural western red cedar decks — beautiful, warm, and a Toronto classic. Lower upfront cost than composite, with the natural beauty that only real wood offers. We build them solid and seal them properly to maximize lifespan.
Trex, TimberTech, and other composite decking — virtually maintenance-free, fade-resistant, and built to handle Toronto's freeze-thaw and humidity for decades. Higher upfront cost, but no staining or sealing ever.
For backyards with grade changes or larger spaces, multi-level decks create defined zones and visual interest. Steps, landings, and integrated seating designed to work with your yard's contours.
Cedar and composite privacy fences that give you a break from close Toronto neighbours. Board-on-board, lattice-top, horizontal slat, and other styles built solid with frost-depth posts.
Custom gates, picket fences, and decorative fencing for front yards and property definition. Built to match your home's style and Toronto's front-yard fence height rules.
Pergolas, shade structures, and privacy screens that add vertical interest and make decks and patios usable in the heat of summer. Designed to complement your deck and home.
The cedar-versus-composite question comes up on nearly every Toronto deck project. There's no universal right answer — it depends on your budget, your timeline, and how much maintenance you're willing to do. Here's the honest comparison.
Our honest take: if you'll keep up with maintenance and love the look of real wood, cedar is a great choice that costs less to build. If you'd rather never think about your deck again after it's built, composite's higher upfront cost pays for itself in saved time and maintenance over the years. We'll walk you through both with real numbers for your specific project.
We visit your Toronto property, measure, assess the site and grade, discuss material and design options, and review permit requirements and Toronto's fence height and deck rules for your address. You get a detailed written quote.
We finalize the design and dimensions, help you select materials, and handle permit applications where required (decks over 60cm above grade typically need one in Toronto). No surprises with the City later.
Footings dug and poured below Toronto's frost line, posts set plumb and secure, and the frame built to code with proper hardware and spans. This structural stage is what determines whether your deck or fence lasts decades or starts failing in a couple of winters.
Decking or fence boards installed with the correct fasteners and spacing, railings and gates fitted, and all finishing details completed. Cedar is sealed; composite is cleaned down. Site left clean on completion.
Decks in Toronto range from about $6,000 for a small cedar deck to $40,000+ for a large multi-level composite build. Cedar runs roughly $35–$60 per square foot installed; composite $55–$95 per square foot. Height, railings, stairs, and access all affect price. We provide free, itemized written quotes for every deck project.
Fencing in Toronto typically runs $45–$120 per linear foot installed depending on material and height. Pressure-treated and standard cedar privacy fences sit at the lower-to-mid range; premium cedar and composite at the higher end. Removal of an old fence and difficult access can add to the cost. We quote every fence project in detail.
In Toronto, decks more than 60cm (about 24 inches) above grade, or any deck attached to the house, generally require a building permit. Fences have height limits — typically up to 2m (about 6.5 ft) in rear and side yards and lower in front yards. We advise on what your project needs and handle permit applications where required so you're fully compliant.
A standard fence takes 2–4 days. A standard deck takes 4–8 days depending on size and complexity. Multi-level decks or projects requiring permits and inspections take longer due to the approval timeline. We give you a clear schedule before starting.
Absolutely — combining a raised deck off the house with an interlocking patio at grade is one of the best Toronto backyard setups, creating two connected outdoor zones at different levels. Because we do both hardscaping and carpentry in-house, we coordinate the whole build seamlessly rather than you managing separate trades. We scope and price combined projects clearly.
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