Deck Builders Serving Ames, Ankeny, and Central Iowa

Turn Your Ideas Into Reality

Build More Room to Enjoy Your Home Outdoors

A new deck should feel like a natural extension of your home, not an afterthought attached to it. Cyclone Contracting designs and builds decks using composite, PVC, and natural wood decking.

Whether you're replacing an aging deck or planning a completely new outdoor space, our team helps you work through the layout, materials, and design details before construction begins. You'll also receive a fixed-cost budget based on your planned project, giving you a clear understanding of the investment from the start.

With full-time field staff, dedicated office support, and Buildertrend access throughout construction, you have a team and a process keeping the project moving.

Choose the Right Decking Material for Your Home

The right decking depends on how you want the space to look, how much maintenance you're comfortable with, and what matters most to you over the long term. Cyclone Contracting builds with TimberTech composite and PVC decking as well as traditional wood options.

TimberTech Composite Decking

TimberTech composite decking gives homeowners the look of wood with less routine maintenance. Available in a variety of colors and finishes, it makes it easier to coordinate a new deck with your home's siding, trim, and overall exterior style. Composite decking is a good fit for homeowners who want to spend less time staining and sealing their deck while still having plenty of design flexibility.

TimberTech PVC Decking

TimberTech PVC provides another low-maintenance option for outdoor living spaces. Its PVC construction makes it well suited to homeowners who prioritize resistance to moisture and everyday wear. During your consultation, we'll help you compare TimberTech PVC and composite products based on appearance, maintenance expectations, and how you plan to use the deck.

Wood Decking

Natural wood remains a classic choice for homeowners who prefer the character and feel of real lumber. We build wood decks using options such as cedar and treated lumber, giving you flexibility in appearance and budget. Wood does require more ongoing maintenance than composite or PVC, but for many homeowners, its natural look makes that upkeep worthwhile.

A Deck Project With the Details Worked Out Up Front

Good deck construction starts well before the first board goes down. Our process focuses on working through key decisions early, so you're not sorting them out in the middle of construction.

Consultation: We talk through what you want from the space, how you plan to use it, and what you'd like to change about your current outdoor setup.
Design and Selections: Our team helps you choose the deck layout, materials, finish, and other project details.
Fixed-Cost Budget: Once the project is defined, you'll receive a fixed-cost budget based on the work you've planned rather than an open-ended starting number.
Construction: Our field team coordinates the build, with specialized trade partners involved when needed. Buildertrend gives you access to project logs, photos, and updates along the way.

Dedicated office staff also stays involved throughout the project to keep communication and scheduling organized.

Why Central Iowa Homeowners Build With Cyclone

Cyclone Contracting has been remodeling homes in Central Iowa since 1996. Over that time, we've built our process around many of the concerns homeowners have when taking on a major project: unclear costs, inconsistent communication, changing schedules, and uncertainty about who is responsible for what.

Our approach gives you:

Fixed-cost budgeting based on the project planned before construction
Buildertrend access for project logs, photos, and updates
A 5-year limited craftsmanship warranty backing our work
In-house design support to help work through project decisions

Cyclone Contracting was also voted Best Remodeler in 2023 and 2025.

Visit Our Ames Showroom Before You Build

Sometimes the easiest way to make a material decision is to stop looking at pictures and see the options in person. Visit us at 215 Alexander Avenue, Suite A in Ames to meet with our team, look through available materials, and talk about what you have in mind for your outdoor space. Our showroom is also one of two in Central Iowa featuring Hunter Douglas products, giving homeowners a single place to explore design options for projects throughout the home.

Deck Building Across Ames, Ankeny, and Central Iowa

Cyclone Contracting builds decks in Ames, Ankeny, and surrounding Central Iowa communities, including:

Johnston
Gilbert
Huxley
Boone
Bondurant
Grimes
Story City
Roland

If you're outside one of these communities, visit our service areas page to see more of our coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions About Deck Installation

We build decks using TimberTech composite, TimberTech PVC, and natural wood options such as cedar and treated lumber. During your consultation, we'll help you compare the choices based on appearance, maintenance, and budget.

It depends on what you want from your deck. Composite appeals to homeowners looking for less ongoing maintenance, while natural wood offers the look and feel of real lumber. Neither is automatically the right choice for every project, which is why we walk through the tradeoffs before you select a material.

Cyclone Contracting uses a fixed-cost budgeting approach rather than building the project around a long list of allowances. Once the project details and selections are established, you have a clearer understanding of the planned cost before construction begins.

Yes. Cyclone Contracting uses Buildertrend, a client portal where you can view project logs, photos, and other updates while your deck is being built.

Cyclone Contracting provides a 5-year limited warranty on craftsmanship. Applicable decking products may also carry manufacturer warranty coverage, which we'll review with you based on the materials selected for your project.

Yes. Financing options are available for qualifying projects. Our team can go over the available options and help you determine what makes sense for your deck project during your consultation.

Let's Start Planning Your New Deck

If you're ready to replace an old deck or build a new outdoor space, come talk with a team that will help you work through the details before construction starts. Contact Cyclone Contracting to schedule a consultation. We'll help you compare decking options and start putting together a plan for your home.

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What our clients say about us

The team at Cyclone Contracting just finished up installing our new living room window and it looks amazing! Dave, Cody, Rodney and Hunter did amazing work, communicated great and treated our house like there own while they were here. Great experience!

Charlie H.

We had Cyclone Contracting do a bathroom remodel. There were some hiccups along the way, as in almost any construction project, and they were handled promptly and professionally. We love our new bathroom!

Jolene W.

We used Cyclone Contractors for the remodel of our bathroom and it was worth every penny. They worked hard to design a bathroom that was within our budget. It’s not only a beautiful bathroom but it’s functional for our lifestyle as well. Their team (subcontractors too) were all professional, responsive, and kind throughout the project.

Liz M.

Had my front porched remodeled by Cyclone Construction. The work they did was outstanding, and Nathan, Dave, Cody, and Milo were great to work with. Will definitely use them again if I've got any major remodeling work that I need to have done.

JR T.

We hired Cyclone Contracting to put up blinds in our sunroom and we couldn't be happier! Michelle came out and was a huge help with the selection. I couldn't have done it without her. They came in yesterday after only four weeks and Dan and DJ came out today for the installation. They were great and very knowledgeable about their product. Everyone was fantastic from start to finish!

Suzanne M.