Best Deck Installation Companies in Gretna, NE (2026 Buyer's Guide)

Shopping for a deck installation company in Gretna means navigating one of the busiest residential construction markets in the Omaha metro.

Sarpy County grew 20% from 2010 to 2020, and Gretna has nearly doubled in population since. New subdivisions go up on former farmland every season.

Not every contractor advertising “deck installation in Gretna” is actually local, fully licensed, or experienced with newer subdivision lot conditions. This guide covers the top deck installation companies serving Gretna in 2026, what each is genuinely good at, and how to pick the right one.

How to Choose a Deck Installation Company in Gretna

Use this checklist for any contractor you talk to:

Licensing and insurance. Nebraska doesn't license general contractors at the state level, but the City of Gretna requires contractor registration on file before pulling a permit. Ask for proof. Confirm general liability insurance (under $1M is a red flag) and workers' comp.
Permit handling. Gretna handles its own permits at City Hall (204 N McKenna Avenue). Some contractors will tell you to pull the permit yourself to dodge accountability. A reputable company files in their own name.
Material certifications. TimberTech Platinum Pro and Trex Pro Platinum require minimum annual volume and training. Certified installers can offer warranty terms, uncertified ones can't.
Written, fixed-price quotes. "Estimates" drift upward through change orders. A real proposal is line-itemized and fixed in writing.
Warranty length. Industry standard is 1 to 2 years. Better contractors offer 5. Get it in writing.
Recent references. Ask for three references from projects completed in the last 12 months. Then call them.

How to Choose a Deck Installation Company in Gretna

Company	Years in Business	Service Specialty	Material Certifications	Workmanship Warranty
Deck Bros	15+ years	Custom decks, repairs, 800+ built	TimberTech, Trex Authorized	5 years (transferable)
Mike Jansen Custom Decks	Since 1988	Premium custom, louvered roofs	Multiple	Listed on quote
Decks, Decks & More Decks	30+ years	Custom design, 3D modeling, pool decks	Multiple	Listed on quote
Thompson's Home Improvement	Since 2007	Roofing, siding, decking (multi-trade)	Multiple	Listed on quote
Deck Dude	Since 2017	Composite specialist	TimberTech AZEK Platinum Pro	Listed on quote
Forsman's Finest Decks	Established	Custom decks and patio covers	Multiple	Listed on quote
Hunt Home Remodeling	Since 2008	Custom decks, outdoor living	Listed on quote	Listed on quote
Simply Decks	Established	Custom decks, design, maintenance	Listed on quote	Listed on quote
Rustic Craftsman	Established	Decks plus general construction	Listed on quote	Listed on quote
NCH Omaha Deck Solutions	Established	Custom residential decks	Listed on quote	Listed on quote

1. Deck Bros (Our Recommendation)

Where we’re based: Omaha (4611 S 96th St). About 18 minutes from downtown Gretna via I-80.

What we do: Custom residential deck installation, deck repair, screened-in porches, covered decks, and outdoor living additions.

Why Gretna homeowners hire us:

800+ decks built and 300+ repaired across the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro
Owner Luan Nguyen attends every initial Gretna consultation in person
Fully licensed (Omaha Contractor License #2000717) and registered with the City of Gretna
Authorized installer for TimberTech AZEK and Trex, including RainEscape under-deck drainage systems
5-year written workmanship warranty, transferable to the next homeowner
BBB Accredited and Google Guaranteed
Fixed-price quotes delivered within 5 business days of consultation
$2 million general liability coverage
3-day turnaround available on smaller builds

Best for: Homeowners who want a transparent quote, written warranty, in-house crew, and a deck engineered for their specific lot. Strong on new construction in the Falling Waters, Estates of Whitetail Run, and 204th & Capehart developments.

Recent reviews:

Amber-Nicole Wolfe

Rated 5 out of 5

These Bros are awesome! From tearing out and hauling off the old one to putting up the new one, every step was easy.

Punctual, courteous of your space. Our new deck is beyond beautiful. Workmanship and quality are stellar.

Suzanne Glover

Rated 5 out of 5

We love our new deck from Deck Bros! They removed our old deck in a day and had the new one up in no time.

Easy to work with and helped us pick exactly what we needed. We added a gate, privacy wall, and extended the deck out 2 feet.

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2. Mike Jansen Custom Decks

Based: Omaha metro. In business since: 1988, one of the longest-tenured custom deck builders in the region.

What sets them apart: Design-forward custom decks with premium accessories like Equinox louvered roofs and aluminum railings. Portfolio leans toward larger, more ambitious projects.

Best for: Bigger budgets, portfolio-style custom builds, homeowners willing to wait longer for a slot.

Recent reviews:

Monte Campbell

Rated 5 out of 5

We love our new deck and Equinox louvered roof. Our old deck was falling apart and so hot it was hard to enjoy.

Regis Neurohr

Rated 5 out of 5

Impressed and satisfied with the entire experience from the review of Mike’s portfolio, initial visit and concept discussion.

3. Decks, Decks & More Decks

Based: Omaha. Serves Gretna, Chalco, Springfield, Millard, Benson, Westmont, Bennington, and West Omaha. In business: 30+ years, family-owned.

What sets them apart: Established custom specialist with strong emphasis on design, including 3D modeling during consultation. Strong on pool decks, pergolas, and arbors.

Best for: Homeowners who want serious time on the design phase and visualization tools before committing.

Recent reviews:

Carissa R.

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing from the first phone call to the end of the project. Robert worked with me from the very beginning to redesign the existing deck layout. Communication was nothing short of amazing.

Shawn P.

Rated 5 out of 5

From start to finish, a great experience. Robert was very easy to work with and accommodating.

4. Thompson's Home Improvement

Based: Eastern Nebraska. In business since: 2007 (some sources cite 2006).

What sets them apart: Multi-trade contractor offering roofing, siding, bathroom remodeling, and decking. Useful when packaging a deck install with other exterior work. Trade-off: decking is one of several specialties, not the primary focus.

Best for: Homeowners coordinating a deck install with a re-roof, new siding, or other exterior work.

Recent reviews:

Sharon H.

Rated 5 out of 5

Jorge and Victor were excellent. Great attention to detail and communication. Cleaned up at the end of each day. Felt like we were important to them.

Jean L.

Rated 5 out of 5

We are enjoying our new shower. Maung did a wonderful job. I would recommend Thompson’s to anyone.

5. Deck Dude

Based: Omaha metro. In business since: 2017.

What sets them apart: TimberTech AZEK Platinum Pro certified. Platinum Pro requires significant annual volume and ongoing training. Strong specialist if you’ve decided you want TimberTech AZEK specifically.

Best for: Homeowners committed to TimberTech AZEK who want a certified installer.

Recent reviews:

Dean Ackles

Rated 5 out of 5

Words cannot describe how we feel about the job Andrew and his Deck Dude crew did.

Deb Birkel

Rated 5 out of 5

Love our new deck and pergola completed by Deck Dude. It provides a safer exit to our backyard, and is absolutely beautiful.

6. Forsman's Finest Decks

Based: Omaha metro. In business: Established (founding date not publicly listed).

What sets them apart: Specializes in custom decks and patio cover construction. Portfolio includes covered patios and integrated outdoor living. Reviews emphasize attention to detail and willingness to take on custom features like built-in storage benches.

Best for: Homeowners who want a covered deck, integrated patio cover, or custom built-in features.

Recent reviews:

Valerie M.

Rated 5 out of 5

Travis and his team were professional and meticulous. Quality of work was above and beyond expectations. They took my idea for a custom bench with storage and made it reality. Always on time, friendly, and courteous.

Jim S.

Rated 5 out of 5

Great working with Travis and his crew. They answered all our questions and explained what and why.

7. Hunt Home Remodeling

Based: Omaha metro. In business since: 2008.

What sets them apart: Full home remodeling outfit handling deck building as part of a broader exterior portfolio. Reviews call out fast crew start times (one customer noted 7:30 AM starts every morning).

Best for: Homeowners who want a quick, no-fuss build with crews that show up early and finish promptly.

Recent reviews:

Michael Andersen

Rated 5 out of 5

Hunt Home Remodeling completed our deck a few weeks ago and we couldn’t be more happy with how it turned out.

Kent Radke

Rated 5 out of 5

Jim and his team provided great service and a great finished deck. Crew started each day at 7:30 AM and had the deck finished in 3 1/2 days.

8. Simply Decks

Based: Omaha metro.

What sets them apart: Works across the full deck lifecycle: new builds, repair work, ongoing maintenance, and staining. Useful if you want one company for the deck across many years rather than just the install.

Best for: Homeowners who want a single point of contact for install plus future maintenance, or anyone with an existing deck needing both repair and refresh.

Recent reviews:

Jordan C.

Rated 5 out of 5

Couldn’t be happier with the results. Quality was top-notch, exceeding my expectations. Customer service was equally impressive: responsive, friendly, and professional throughout.

Cole B.

Rated 5 out of 5

Simply Decks did an amazing job on the repair work and staining services and brought my deck back to life.

9. Rustic Craftsman

Based: Omaha metro.

What sets them apart: Builds decks alongside other carpentry and construction work. Custom designs with under-deck ceilings and integrated patio features. Reviews highlight owner Jake’s responsiveness during design.

Best for: Homeowners who want a rustic or craftsman aesthetic and value collaborative design.

Recent reviews:

Kari Jackson

Rated 5 out of 5

Jake and the whole crew from Rustic Craftsman are fantastic to work with! We had a vision for our outdoor patio and they made it become a gorgeous reality.

Jim Lusk

Rated 5 out of 5

Great quality work on new deck. Jake and his team were wonderful. Deck and under-deck ceiling turned out beautifully.

10. NCH Omaha Deck Solutions

Based: Omaha metro.

What sets them apart: Focuses specifically on residential deck building and custom outdoor spaces. Positioned around adding home value through outdoor living improvements.

Best for: Homeowners who want a deck-only specialist (not a general remodeler with a deck division).

Recent reviews:

Rebecca Nelson

Rated 5 out of 5

They do quality work like you would expect and far more. They go beyond your expectations. Excellent staff!

Ronda McCoy

Rated 5 out of 5

Very nice people. Informative, innovative, and I would highly recommend them. You won’t be disappointed.

Done Comparing? Let's Build Yours

If we sound like the right fit, we’d love to hear from you. We’ll drive to your Gretna property, walk the lot, listen to what you want, and send a written fixed-price design within 5 business days. If you want to keep comparing, no hard feelings. Pick anyone above, and they’ll likely do solid work. We just want a chance to show you what 800+ decks of experience looks like in person.

Call (402) 600-0810 or request your free Gretna quote.