Saskatchewan's deck builder. We manage the whole project.

The workmanship of the build — framing, fastening, finishing — for as long as you live in the home. If a board comes loose or a frame member shifts, TUDS gets it sorted. Standard exclusions apply (neglect, modification, weather events, abuse), and we're finalizing exact fine print, but the core promise is real: TUDS holds the workmanship warranty, not the contractor. If the crew that built your deck retires, moves, or shuts down tomorrow, your warranty stays alive with us.

That's exactly the gap Managed Install closes. With most deck builds, the contractor's workmanship warranty dies the day the company shuts down or the owner retires. With TUDS Managed Install, the warranty is held by TUDS — a multi-store, decade-old company that isn't going anywhere. If your original crew is unavailable when something needs sorting years later, we send another contractor from the network. You don't chase anyone.

Three big things: (1) TUDS does the vetting, scheduling, supervision, and inspection-attendance — that's normally your job. (2) TUDS holds the lifetime workmanship warranty — your contractor only warrants 1–2 years typically. (3) You sign once with one company; you don't juggle a contract with the contractor, a separate materials order, a separate delivery booking, and a separate permit application. One signature, one invoice, one phone number for the life of the deck.

TUDS pulls them on Managed Install. Saskatoon, Regina, and most prairie municipalities require a building permit for any deck over 10 sq m (108 sq ft) or higher than 600mm (24") off grade. We submit the design package, follow the file, and answer the inspector's questions. On Assisted DIY, TUDS still pulls. On DIY help, you pull (or pay TUDS a small fee to pull on your behalf).

Prairie deck season is April through September. Most Managed Install projects book 4–8 weeks ahead of construction during peak (May–August). The 13-step process compresses from quote sign-off to walk-through over 6–14 weeks depending on permit turnaround, contractor availability, and project complexity. Off-season builds are sometimes possible for covered yards. The earlier you start the conversation, the more flexibility on contractor pick. Get an instant estimate to start the clock.

Separate from the workmanship warranty. Eva-Last (25 yr+), Trex (25–lifetime), Fiberon (25–50 yr), Deckorators (25–lifetime) all warrant their boards directly. The vendor owns the material warranty process — TUDS doesn't file claims on your behalf, but we know exactly what documentation each vendor will ask for and we help you navigate it. With Managed Install you get both warranties: vendor on materials, TUDS on workmanship.

Comparable on materials (often better — TUDS dealer pricing across four brands). Comparable on install labour (vetted contractors price competitively). The Managed Install premium is in coordination, supervision, inspection-attendance, and the lifetime workmanship warranty held by TUDS. Most homeowners we talk to find the price difference small versus hiring directly — and the warranty alone is usually worth the gap. Get an instant estimate for a real number on your specific project.

Decks are the primary Managed Install category today — that's where the network is deepest and the 13-step process is fully running. Patios, fences, and pergolas are expanding through 2026 with the same process. Multi-element projects (deck + pergola, deck + privacy fence) can be scoped — talk to an Escape Artist about how to phase it. Saskatoon and Regina yards have the deepest contractor coverage; Alberta and Manitoba expanding.