Oakville decks and cabanas
Pool Cabanas and Custom Decks in Oakville
Cedar and composite decks, pool cabanas and pool houses for Oakville homes, designed together and built by one team.
The short answer
Cedar Wood Structures are deck builders serving Oakville and the GTA from our shop in Aurora. We design and build cedar and composite decks, and standard or custom pool cabanas, often as one project around the pool. We prepare the drawings for the Town of Oakville permit when one is needed and do the installation ourselves.
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Decks and pool cabanas we build in Oakville
We are deck builders and cabana builders based in Aurora, a little over an hour from Oakville, and we work across the west GTA. For Oakville homes we design and build cedar and composite decks, and custom pool cabanas and pool houses. Many projects combine the two: a deck around the pool with a cabana at one end, built by one team to one plan.
Custom deck
Cedar or composite
A deck off the back of the house or around the pool, sized for dining and lounging, with stairs, railings and built-in benches as needed.
Pool cabana
Shade, changing, storage
An open or enclosed cedar cabana beside the pool. Our standard pool cabanas are pre-designed models you can personalize.
Deck and cabana together
One plan
The deck levels, cabana floor and pool surround are designed together, so heights and materials line up.
Cedar or composite decking
| Knotty cedar | Composite | |
|---|---|---|
| Look | Natural wood grain that weathers over time | Consistent colour and texture |
| Upkeep | Clean and re-stain or oil periodically | Occasional washing, no staining |
| Around a pool | Cedar’s natural oils help it resist rot and insects | Resists moisture and splashing well |
| Matches a cedar cabana | Yes, same wood throughout | Yes, with cedar trim or railings |
We help you choose based on how you use the deck, how much upkeep you want and how it will look next to the house and any cabana.
Building in Oakville
Oakville’s established neighbourhoods often have larger lots with mature trees, where a deck has to work around roots and a cabana needs a spot with sun and privacy. Newer subdivisions in north Oakville tend to have smaller yards, where a well-planned deck and a compact cabana make the most of the space.
If your property backs onto a creek, a ravine or the lake, Conservation Halton may need to review the project as well as the Town. We check this at the first site visit so it is built into the plan.
Why Cedar Wood Structures
- 28 years designing and building in Aurora
- Owner Val Dumitriu holds a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering
- Parts built in our shop, then installed on site
- Plans and permit drawings prepared by our team
- Free design consultation at your home
Oakville permits and zoning
The Town of Oakville sets its own zoning by-law and building permit rules for decks and accessory buildings, including deck height, cabana size, setbacks and lot coverage. Raised decks and cabanas with plumbing usually need a permit. Check with the Town of Oakville; we confirm the rules for your lot during design.
When a permit is needed, our design team prepares the plans and permit drawings and helps you through the application.
Planning a deck or cabana in Oakville?
Book a free design consultation. We’ll look at your yard and pool and suggest a deck and cabana layout that suits it.
How an Oakville project works
Design
A free consultation and site visit, then a design for the deck, the cabana or both.
Drawings
We prepare the drawings and help with the Town of Oakville permit where needed.
Shop build
Cabana walls, roof framing and trim are built in our Aurora shop.
Installation
Our crew builds the deck and installs the cabana at your home.
Our owner, Val Dumitriu, holds a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering and has more than 20 years of construction experience. We have been building decks and cedar outdoor structures for 28 years with a small team of designers and tradesmen.
Decks and cabanas we’ve built
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“Excellent communication about the job, options, pricing, no surprises. … His plumber and electrician were awesome as well.”
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We build decks and cabanas across Oakville and the west GTA. Nearby, we also build pool cabanas in Mississauga and are pool house builders in Toronto.
- Oakville
- Bronte
- Glen Abbey
- Mississauga
- Burlington
- Toronto
- Milton
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit for a deck in Oakville?
Raised decks usually need a building permit, and the Town of Oakville sets the exact height and size rules. Zoning rules on setbacks and lot coverage also apply. We check the requirements for your lot during design and prepare the permit drawings when needed.
Do I need a permit for a pool cabana in Oakville?
It depends on the size of the cabana and whether it has plumbing or electrical. The Town of Oakville sets its own rules for accessory buildings. We confirm what applies to your property during design.
Should I choose cedar or composite for an Oakville pool deck?
Cedar gives a natural wood look and its oils help it resist rot and insects, but it needs periodic staining or oiling. Composite needs less upkeep and handles splashing well. Many Oakville homeowners pair a composite deck with a cedar cabana.
What if my Oakville property backs onto a creek or the lake?
Lots next to a creek, a ravine or the Lake Ontario shoreline may need a review by Conservation Halton as well as a Town permit. We check this at the first site visit so the design and timing allow for it.
Can you build a deck and a pool cabana as one project in Oakville?
Yes. We design the deck and cabana together so the floor levels, materials and layout work as one space. The cabana parts are built in our Aurora shop while the deck is planned, then our crew installs both.
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Ready to plan your Oakville project?
Book a free design consultation. We’ll visit your yard and design a deck, a cabana or both to suit how you use it.
Permit and zoning information on this page is general guidance. The Town of Oakville sets its own rules for decks and accessory buildings, so always confirm the requirements with the Town before you build.