Boston Framers Builds Rooftop Deck for 200-year-old Home

The condo was constructed inside a historical house built in 1830.

A door on the third floor led to a flat rubber roof with no railings.

There was nothing to keep a pet or a person from falling over the side.

She needed to address the safety issue, but also wanted to make the 16’x16’ space useable.

It was the perfect spot for a rooftop deck, but she was concerned about the structure’s ability to hold the weight of a deck.

A rooftop deck has additional safety concerns than a lawn deck.

Jennifer needed an expert deck builder—specifically one who had experience with rooftop decks.

Why She Chose Boston Framers?

Boston Framers’ website had photos of rooftop decks built overlooking the city of Boston.

So, she figured if they could build a deck on top of a brownstone in Boston, then they could handle a rooftop deck in a less populated suburban area.

Solid and Reliable Construction Project Management

Boston Framers managed every stage of the project from developing a design to choosing materials.

We also handled all the coordination with the architect, structural engineer, roofers, deck builders, and the town building inspector.

We also had examples of roofs his team had built that had the traditional style she wanted.

We helped her choose beautiful grey decking and white railings that were easily approved by the homeowner’s association.