Charleston Deck Restoration restores and repairs decks in Sullivan's Island, SC (29482). Sullivan's Island homes are mostly island cottages and raised beach houses with porches and decks facing the ocean or the marsh. The town is protective of island character, so materials and colors matter.
Sullivan's Island is one of our deck service areas around Charleston. We also handle deck restoration in Isle of Palms, deck restoration in Hanahan and deck restoration in Downtown Charleston, so the same crew and the same standards cover your whole part of the Lowcountry.
- ZIP codes
- 29482
- Distance
- About 7 miles from downtown Charleston
- Neighborhoods
- Station 12 through Station 32, the front beach and the back of the island
- Phone
- (843) 350-6684
Island cottages
Painted porch floors, natural wood decks and walkovers that get full salt exposure year-round.
Materials
Stainless fasteners, penetrating finishes and, for replacements, materials and railing styles that fit the island's design standards.
Permits and design review
Replacement and new decks need a Town of Sullivan's Island permit and may need design review. Many lots are in flood zones. Refinishing needs no permit.
Deck services in Sullivan's Island
- Deck restoration
- Deck Repair
- Deck Board Replacement
- Railing & Stair Repair
- Deck Safety Inspection
- Deck Replacement
- New Deck Construction
- Composite Deck Installation
- Deck Refinishing
- Deck Staining & Sealing
- Deck Cleaning & Power Washing
- Deck Resurfacing
- Piazza & Porch Floor Restoration
- Dock & Pier Restoration
What deck restoration costs in Sullivan's Island
| Service | Typical cost | Typical 400 sq ft deck | How long it lasts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleaning and brightening | $0.75 to $1.50 per sq ft | $300 to $600 | Repeat yearly |
| Staining and sealing (clean plus 1 to 2 coats) | $2.50 to $4.50 per sq ft | $1,000 to $1,800 | 2 to 3 years |
| Full refinishing (strip, sand and stain) | $3.50 to $7.00 per sq ft | $1,400 to $2,800 | 2 to 4 years per finish |
| Resurfacing in pressure-treated pine | $14 to $22 per sq ft | $5,600 to $8,800 | 15 to 20 years |
| Resurfacing in composite | $25 to $40 per sq ft | $10,000 to $16,000 | 25 to 30+ years |
| New deck, pressure-treated pine | $40 to $65 per sq ft | $16,000 to $26,000 | 15 to 20 years |
| New deck, composite | $60 to $95 per sq ft | $24,000 to $38,000 | 25 to 30+ years |
Planning ranges for the Charleston area as of October 2026, before board, railing or stair repairs. Your written estimate is based on your actual deck.
Sullivan's Island deck questions
Do you restore decks in Sullivan's Island?
Yes. We clean, repair, refinish, resurface and replace decks throughout Sullivan's Island (29482), including Station 12 through Station 32, the front beach and the back of the island.
How much does deck restoration cost in Sullivan's Island?
Most clean-and-stain jobs on a 400 square foot deck fall between about $1,000 and $1,800, and full strip, sand and refinish jobs between about $1,400 and $2,800, before repairs. Size, railings, stairs and the old finish set the final price. Estimates are free.
Do I need a permit for deck work in Sullivan's Island?
Replacement and new decks need a Town of Sullivan's Island permit and may need design review. Many lots are in flood zones. Refinishing needs no permit.
Do you repair deck boards and railings in Sullivan's Island?
Yes. We replace rotted boards, rebuild railings and stairs and fix rusted hardware in Sullivan's Island, usually in the same visit as the refinish. Call (843) 350-6684 for a free inspection.
Nearby areas we serve
Isle of PalmsMount PleasantDowntown CharlestonFolly BeachAll service areas