Celebrate the 15th Annual Deck Awards
NADRA will hold the 2025 Summit and Awards Gala in Florida at the Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach from January 2 – 4, 2025! Save the date, learn about hotel accommodations, and get ready to enter the National+ Deck Competition
Explore the 2025 Summit:
Accommodations | See Last Year’s Deck Awards Winners | See Highlights from 2024 Summit
Why Enter the National Deck Competition
Deck builders should consider entering the NADRA National Deck Competition for several compelling reasons:
- Industry Recognition:
- Prestige: Winning or even being a finalist or participant in a national competition can significantly boost a builder’s reputation within the industry.
- Credentials: Adding a NADRA award to a portfolio demonstrates a commitment to quality and excellence, making it easier to attract new clients.
- Marketing Opportunities:
- Promotion: NADRA often promotes winners and finalists through their website, newsletters, and social media channels, providing excellent exposure.
- Marketing Materials: Use of the competition logo and mention of awards in marketing materials, websites, and proposals can enhance credibility and attract more business.
- Networking:
- Connections: Participation in the competition events provides opportunities to network with other top professionals, industry leaders, and potential clients.
- Collaborations: Building relationships with peers and potential partners can lead to future collaborations and business opportunities.
- Business Growth:
- Client Trust: Winning a respected industry award can instill greater confidence in potential clients, making them more likely to choose your services.
- Higher Value Projects: Demonstrating expertise and excellence can attract higher-value projects and clients willing to invest in quality workmanship.
- Personal and Professional Development:
- Benchmarking: Comparing your work against that of peers can provide insights into industry standards and inspire improvements in your own practices.
- Feedback: Constructive feedback from judges can help you identify areas for improvement and hone your craft.
- Inspiration and Motivation:
- Recognition: Public recognition for your hard work and creativity can be highly motivating and rewarding.
- Innovation: Seeing innovative designs and approaches from other competitors can spark new ideas and encourage you to push the boundaries of your own work.
- Employee Morale and Retention:
- Team Recognition: Winning an award can boost the morale of your team and give them a sense of pride in their work.
- Attracting Talent: Being known as an award-winning company can help attract top talent who want to work for a recognized leader in the industry.
- Industry Contribution:
- Standards and Trends: By showcasing your work, you contribute to setting industry standards and trends, helping to elevate the overall quality and creativity within the industry.
- Community Engagement: Being part of NADRA’s initiatives helps build a stronger, more cohesive industry community.
Entering the NADRA National Deck Competition can provide deck builders with valuable recognition, marketing opportunities, professional growth, and the chance to contribute to the advancement of the deck building industry.
Awards Celebration at the 2024 NADRA Summit Celebrating 2023 National+ Deck Comp Winners
The 14th Annual Awards Celebration was held on January 4, 2024 in Clearwater Beach, Florida. Professionals of all levels & categories, from across North America (and beyond) celebrated the best deck & outdoor living projects of 2024.
Awards Celebration at the 2023 NADRA Summit
The 2023 NADRA National+ Deck Awards Event in Florida at the Sheraton Sand Key Resort – March 29th – 31, 2023. Watch a replay of the live stream on our YouTube Channel.
2022 NADRA Awards – 2021 Deck Comp Winners
The 12th Annual Awards were announced on March 24, 2022 at the Celebration Dinner in Clearwater Beach, Florida.
See photos from the 2-Day Celebration Event held in March 2022 in Clearwater Beach, Florida.
See this year’s entries on the Highlight Video:
2020 Deck Awards
The 11th Annual Awards Celebration was held on April 22, 2021, in Clearwater Beach, Florida. See and celebrate the winning projects!
View 2019 Award Winners
The North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA) recognizes and promotes excellence in the outdoor living & decking industry. Each year we celebrate and honor outstanding successes in the industry at a prestigious Industry Awards presentation & celebration.
The 10th Annual Awards Celebration was held on November 7th, 2019 in Louisville, KY. Professionals of all levels & categories, from across North America (and beyond) enter the deck competition. We invite you to scroll through the first, second and third place winners of NADRA’s 2019 National+ Deck Competition. Prepare yourself for some serious backyard envy. Enjoy!
2018 Awards Video
The 2017 Deck Awards were handed out to projects across North America in 14 categories. See winners of the 2017 National+ Deck Awards.
2016 NADRA Industry Awards
Congratulations to all of the 2016 Deck Competition Winners
- Alternative Deck up to $25K:
Dr. Decks, LLC – WA - Wood Deck $25K – $50K:
DeckRemodelers.com, LLC – NJ - Alternative Deck $25K – $50K: TIE:
My Deck, LLC – NJ - Alternative Deck $25K – $50K: TIE:
My Deck, LLC – NJ - Alternative Deck Over $50K:
Paradisaic Building Group, Inc. – ONT - Enclosed Porch:
Decks and More, Inc. – GA - Open Porch:
R.T. Kiefer LLC . dba Decks By Kiefer – NJ - Commercial Project:
Barrett Outdoors – NJ
- Illumination:
Robco Fence and Deck, LLC – NC - Unique Feature:
Barrett Outdoors – NJ - Limitless Creation:
Amazing Decks – PA - Manufacturers Project:
Feeney Inc. - People’s Choice Award, Manufacturer:
Mbrico - People’s Choice Award, Builder:
America’s DeckBuilder, LLC – NJ - Overall 1st Place Winner:
Paradisaic Building Group, Inc. – ONT
2015 NADRA Awards
2015 NADRA Deck Competiton Award Winners!
Click Here to view the 2015 Deck Competition First Place Winners Photos
- Alternative Deck up to $25K:
Dr. Decks, LLC – WA - Wood Deck $25K – $50K:
DeckRemodelers.com, LLC – NJ - Alternative Deck $25K – $50K:
TIE: My Deck, LLC – NJ - Alternative Deck $25K – $50K:
TIE: My Deck, LLC – NJ - Alternative Deck Over $50K:
Paradisaic Building Group, Inc. – ONT - Enclosed Porch:
Decks and More, Inc. – GA - Open Porch:
R.T. Kiefer LLC . dba Decks By Kiefer – NJ - Commercial Project:
Barrett Outdoors – NJ
- Illumination:
Robco Fence and Deck, LLC – NC - Unique Feature:
Barrett Outdoors – NJ - Limitless Creation:
Amazing Decks – PA - Manufacturer Project:
Feeney Inc. - People’s Choice Award, Manufacturer:
Mbrico - People’s Choice Award, Builder:
America’s DeckBuilder, LLC – NJ - Overall 1st Place Winner:
Paradisaic Building Group, Inc. – ONT
Congratulations to our Industry Award Winners!
- 2015 Terry Award:
Judy and Bruce Verblaauw, C. Verblaauw & Sons, LLC - 2015 Recognition Award:
Feeney, Inc. - 2015 Recognition Award:
Duradek U.S., Inc.
2014 NADRA Deck Competition
People’s Choice Award Winners
- First Place:
Legends Home Improvements - Second Place:
Phoenix Manufacturing, Inc. - Third Place:
Screw Products, Inc.
2014 NADRA Industry Awards
- Terry Award:
David Elenbaum – Deckstore of SC - Recognition Award:
Bill Ross, Fiberon - Recognition Award:
Matt Breyer, Breyer Construction and Landscape, LLC
2014 NADRA Awards Ceremony – 10 Year Anniversary
NADRA 2014 National Deck Competition Entries
NADRA’s 2013 Main Event in Chicago!
Winners Were Announced October 16th at “Howl At The Moon” in Chicago.
Check out the 2013 Entries
2013 NADRA National Deck Competition Winners
Congratulations!
- Best Dock:
Cully Kinnick, Outdoor Oasis (IN) - Best Illumination:
Gustavo de la Cruz, Barrett Outdoor (NJ) - Best Unique Feature:
Barry Streett, Rolling Ridge Deck Co., Inc (CO) - Best Covered Deck:
Rick Goldstein, Mosaic Group, Inc. (GA) - Best Alternative Deck UNDER 500 sf:
Bobby Parks – Peachtree Decks & Porches (GA) - Best Alternative OVER 500 sf:
Rick AuBuchon, Legacy Decks (MN) - Best Wood Deck UNDER 500 sf:
John Paulin, Tailor Decks (GA) - Best Wood Deck OVER 500 sf:
John Paulin, Tailor Decks (GA)
2012 NADRA National Deck Competition Winners
Congratulations!
- Best Dock:
Jon Witt, Witt’s Woods & Greens, CANADA - Best Illumination:
Sean McConnell, Valhalla Custom Decks (NJ) - Best Unique Feature:
Bill Lecorchick, Heritage Deck Design & Construction (NJ) - Best Covered Deck:
Rick Goldstein, Mosaic Group, Inc. (GA) - Best Alternative Deck UNDER 500 sf:
John Lea – DeckSouth (GA) - Best Alternative OVER 500 sf:
Barry Street, Rolling Ridge Deck Co Inc (CO) - Best Wood Deck UNDER 500 sf:
John Paulin, Tailor Decks (GA) - Best Wood Deck OVER 500 sf:
Sean McAleer, Deck Remodelers.com LLC (NJ)
NADRA’S 2012 National Awards
Congratulations!
- Merit Award:
Lainie Sleppin – MidState Lumber
- Recognition Award:
Phil Lail – Sure Drive, USA
- Terry Award:
Shawn Miller – Classic Designs, Inc
2011 NADRA National Deck Competition Winners
2011 New Jersey Chapter Deck Competition Winners
- Best Overall Deck:
Barrett Contracting, Gus de la Cruz - Best Wood Deck under 500sf:
Deck Remodeler.com, Sean McAleer - Best Wood Deck over 500sf:
Heritage Deck Design & Construction, Bill Lecorchick - Best Alternative under 500sf:
My Deck, Robert Lascelle - Best Alternative over 500sf:
Barrett Contracting, Gus de la Cruz - Best Covered Structure over a Deck:
Barrett Contracting, Gus de la Cruz - Best Unique Feature on a Deck:
Barrett Contracting, Gus de la Cruz - Best Illumination on a Deck:
Deck Degign & Construction, Bill Lecorchick
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