My husband and I did a fair amount of research in order to find a local contractor that could replace our aging, second story deck. There were some challenges with the project including the old deck partially covering our septic system and requiring a design that would suit our needs. This included a dry deck since it covered the first floor patio, composite decking for low maintenance and the sheer size (500-600 sq ft). I found Adam and Laura's company, Zia Construction during the search and from the get-go, their communication was timely and detailed. This was one reason why we chose them as our deck contractor as we had a million questions. Besides purchasing a home, the deck replacement was the largest home-related purchased for us at the time and we understood that given the scope of the project, it would be costly from the size and choice of materials, alone. We did end up over budget due to some unforeseen costs for additional needed materials but I think the end product was worth it. Zia offered a comprehensive quote that was competitive with other vendors but also took the task of communicating with the City of Kent Building and Planning office for us which helped put our minds at ease. The less we had to worry about the better given that we are typically hands-on, hovering types. The project took several months to complete: the permit process took a little longer than expected due to volume, our contractor was out of town for a bit and some of our materials were on back order. Despite this, the work itself seem to go quickly with the team getting the inspections passed just as quickly. Given the stringent city requirements, this is a testament to how well-received Zia's work was by the city reps. Throughout this process, Adam maintained excellent communication with us, including weekends and we looked forward to each day's progress. My mother who lives with us was impressed with how polite and professional his team was as well. The end project is an impressive 550+ sq ft 2nd story dry deck made from quality composite decking and railing that we can't wait to enjoy and entertain on with our family and friends.We would readily recommend Zia Construction to anyone looking for a contractor for their upcoming projects. They are professional, competitively priced and very nice making them a joy to work with.Read More