Deck railing & stair
builders in NJ —
$1,000 off this season.
Railings and stairs that pass inspection the first time. Aluminum, cable, and composite railing systems plus custom steps and landings — built to NJ code by one family crew, never subcontracted.
- 50+ Years in Business
- Free On-Site Estimates
- Locally Owned & Operated
- Licensed & Insured
Free Estimate · No Obligation
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Our crew, mid-buildA Word From The Owner
Safe, square, and inspection-ready
“Railings and stairs are where code is strictest and where a lot of decks fail inspection. We set posts solid, hit every spacing and height requirement, and build stairs that are even, quiet, and square. That's us in the photo. Done right the first time.”
— Sam, Owner
1972
Since
5.0★
Rated
Owner
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What We Build
Railings, stairs & outdoor living
From a clean composite railing run to cable rail with an open view and custom multi-landing stairs — one family crew builds it to NJ code so it's safe, square, and inspection-ready.
Aluminum railing systems
Strong, powder-coated, virtually maintenance-free railing in black and other finishes — clean lines that last.
Cable railing
Open-view stainless cable rail, properly tensioned and framed so it stays taut, modern, and fully code-compliant.
Composite & wood railing
Composite railing to match a composite deck, or warm wood railing — finished cleanly and built to spec.
Custom stairs & landings
Even, square, quiet stairs with correctly sized stringers and solid, code-built landings — single step or tall multi-run.
Code-correct, first time
Every baluster spacing, rail height, post connection, and graspable handrail built to NJ code so it passes inspection.
Integrated lighting
Optional post-cap and stair-tread lighting for safe, good-looking steps and rails after dark.
In Depth
Railings and stairs: where deck safety is won or lost
Railings and stairs are the part of a deck that people touch every day — and the part building inspectors scrutinize hardest. Baluster spacing, rail height, post strength, graspable handrails, and stair rise-and-run are all governed by NJ code for good reason: it's where falls happen. Father & Sons builds and replaces deck railings and stairs across New Jersey that are safe, solid, and built to pass inspection the first time.
On materials, you have real choices and we'll walk you through them. Aluminum railing is strong, powder-coated, and virtually maintenance-free. Cable railing keeps your view wide open and looks clean and modern — but it has to be tensioned and framed correctly to stay taut and code-compliant. Composite railing matches a composite deck for a seamless, no-paint finish. Wood railing brings classic warmth. Each system has different installation demands, and we install them all to the manufacturer's spec and to code.
Stairs are deceptively technical. Every step has to be consistent in rise and run, the stringers have to be sized and supported correctly, landings have to be solid and to code, and the whole run has to feel even and quiet underfoot — no bounce, no creak, no surprise step that trips people. We build custom stairs, multi-landing runs, and code-compliant handrails that are square and dependable, whether it's a single step down to a patio or a tall run to a raised deck.
Father & Sons has been a family-owned North Jersey contractor since 1972. Railings and stairs are owner-supervised, built by the same crew that quotes them, permitted, and inspected — written price that doesn't move. Take $1,000 off qualifying work; call for a free measure.
Recent Work — Real Photos
One deck. Every angle.
A recent build by our family crew — from bare frame to drone-shot finish. No stock photos, no stage sets.
The Result
Every DetailThe BuildMaterials & Brands
Railing systems that pass inspection & last
Aluminum, cable, composite, or wood — we install every major railing system to manufacturer spec and NJ code, and help you pick the look and view you want without a maintenance headache.
Aluminum Railing
Powder-coated, rust-proof, and nearly maintenance-free — strong, slim profiles in popular finishes.
Stainless Cable Railing
Open-view cable systems, properly tensioned and framed for a clean modern look that stays code-compliant.
Composite & Wood Railing
Composite to match a composite deck, or classic wood — finished to a clean, premium edge.
How It Works
From quote to backyard
A simple, honest process — and the same owner-supervised family crew from the first measurement to the final walkthrough.
Free On-Site Estimate
We come measure, talk materials and budget, and give you a clear written quote — no pressure, no gimmicks, no surprise charges later.
Design & Permits
We finalize the layout and handle the entire township permit process so your deck is engineered and 100% to NJ code.
We Build It
An owner-supervised family crew builds your deck — clean job site, honest timeline, the same people start to finish. Then a final walkthrough.
The family guarantee
Call (201) 790-3303The price is the price
Your written quote is what you pay. No change-order games, no surprise charges on the final bill.
No subcontractors. Ever.
The crew that shows up is our family crew — the same faces every day, with the owner on site.
Permits & code handled
We pull the township permits and build to NJ code, so your deck passes inspection the first time.
A clean site, every night
Tools packed, debris hauled, yard respected. You'd barely know we were there — until the deck is.
What Neighbors Say
Trusted across North Jersey
“Professional from start to finish. They showed up when they said they would, kept the site spotless, and the deck looks incredible. We use it every single night now.”
“They stuck to the quote — no surprise charges — and actually finished ahead of schedule. The framing and railing work is clearly a notch above what I'd seen from other quotes.”
“I didn't want the cheapest quote, I wanted it done right. Father & Sons gave me straightforward pricing and delivered exactly the deck they promised. Worth it.”
Service Area
Building decks across
Northern New Jersey
Based in Paramus— if you're within an hour of us, we've probably already built on your street. Free on-site estimates in all twelve counties.
- Bergen County
- Passaic County
- Essex County
- Morris County
- Union County
- Hudson County
- Middlesex County
- Somerset County
- Sussex County
- Warren County
- Hunterdon County
- Monmouth County
$1,000 off
One call and we'll come measure — free, no obligation.
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Common Questions
Railings & Custom Stairs FAQs
Straight answers, no sales scripts. Anything else — just call.
Call (201) 790-3303How much do new deck railings cost in NJ?
Railing cost depends on the linear footage, material (aluminum, cable, composite, or wood), and the number of stairs. Aluminum and wood are typically the most affordable; cable railing costs more for the hardware and tensioning. We give free written estimates and you can take $1,000 off qualifying projects.
Is cable railing code-compliant in NJ?
Yes — when it's installed correctly. Cable railing has to be framed and tensioned so the cables stay taut and within the required spacing, and the posts and end framing have to be strong enough to hold that tension. We build it to code so it passes inspection and stays tight.
Can you replace just my railings or just my stairs?
Absolutely. If your deck surface and frame are sound, we can replace failing or outdated railings and rebuild unsafe stairs without redoing the whole deck — a common, high-impact upgrade.
Why do railings and stairs fail inspection?
Usually baluster spacing that's too wide, rail height that's wrong, posts that aren't anchored strongly enough, missing graspable handrails, or inconsistent stair rise-and-run. We hit every one of these requirements so it passes the first time.
What railing material needs the least maintenance?
Powder-coated aluminum and composite railing are the lowest-maintenance — no painting or sealing, just an occasional wash. Cable is low-maintenance too but should be checked for tension periodically. We'll match the material to how hands-off you want to be.
Can you build custom or multi-landing stairs?
Yes — we build everything from a single step down to a patio to tall, multi-landing stair runs, all with correctly sized stringers, solid landings, and code-compliant handrails that feel even and quiet underfoot.
Do railings and stairs need a permit?
Structural stair and railing work generally falls under the deck permit and inspection. We handle the permitting and build to NJ code so it's signed off properly.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes — a fully licensed, bonded, and insured NJ home improvement contractor, family-owned since 1972.
More Outdoor Living
Everything we build outside
Railings & Custom Stairsacross Northern & Central NJ
Father & Sons NJ Construction has been a family-owned home improvement contractor in Paramus, NJ since 1972. Our deck crew handles railings & custom stairs— permits pulled, framed to NJ building code, and finished by the same family crew that gave you the estimate. No subcontractors, no surprise charges, and a written quote that doesn't move.
We work throughout Wayne, Clifton, North Haledon, Ridgewood, Paramus, Mahwah, Wyckoff, Fair Lawn, Montclair, Livingston, West Orange, Morristown, Denville, Chatham, Randolph, Westfield, Cranford, Summit, Edison, Bridgewater, Freehold, and the surrounding towns across Bergen, Passaic, Essex, Morris, Union, Hudson, Middlesex, Somerset, Sussex, Warren, Hunterdon and Monmouth Counties. Call (201) 790-3303 for a free on-site estimate — or see the full deck builder page here.
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Father & Sons NJ Construction · NJ License #13VH10583600 · Paramus, NJ · Family-owned since 1972 · Full site