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America's #1 Pet Friendly Decks

Green Shield is America's #1 Deck Builder. Our decks come packed with pet friendly features.

Building More Decks

Premier Materials Only

Green Shield builds more decks than any other deck construction company in America. Our team applies this experience to recommend pet-friendly, premier materials that prioritize durability for both homeowners and their pets.

Best Materials
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Making Pet's Comfortable (And People Too)

Heat-blocking Technology
A Place to Lie Down

Green Shield installs premier, heat-blocking materials engineered to stay cool under the summer sun. Our team prioritizes thermal-resistant technology, ensuring pets can spend more time relaxing on the deck.

Pet Friendly Deck Boards
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Scratch Resistant Decking
Aesthetics that Hold Up

Green Shield installs premier, scratch-resistant decking engineered to withstand active pets. Our team provides homeowners with durable, reversible boards that protect their investment from damage while ensuring a long-lasting, high-performance outdoor space.

Scratch Resistant Decking
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VOC Off-Gas Free
Breath a Little Easier

Most composite deck boards release chemicals with time. Green Shield's rice hull composite deck boards are free from VOCs

Green Shield is VOC Free
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Fully-capped Deck Boards
No Splinters in Paws

Green Shield's fully-capped deck boards protect your pets paws from splinters. It is also a great way to reduce allergens, mold, and mildew that can cause your pet to get sick.

Composite Capping
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Low Maintenance Decking
Easy Cleaning

Green Shield rice hull composite deck boards are easy to clean. Our deck boards never have to be stained for the lifetime of the deck.

Low Maintenance
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Finding Forever Homes

A Green Shield deck makes a difference

Through Green Shield's partnership with Fred's Friends homeowners, pets, and home pros work together to make a difference.

Fred's Friends
Freds Story Fred on a Deck

Frequently Asked Questions

Pet-Friendly Decking

  • Yes! Green Shield engineers America’s #1 pet-friendly decks, prioritizing safety for every family member. High-performance rice hull composite features fully capped, scratch-resistant technology that remains slip-resistant and VOC-free. With heat-blocking innovation and mold resistance, these reliably engineered decks provide a premier, lifetime warrantied space for pets and homeowners alike.

  • Green Shield engineers America’s #1 pet-friendly decks, featuring high-performance heat-blocking technology and splinter-free rice hull composite. Beyond premier craftsmanship, the company proudly supports Fred’s Friends, ensuring reliably engineered outdoor spaces and community efforts protect our favorite four-legged family members year-round.

  • Green Shield Deck Builders offers free Deck Checks because it is important to raise awareness around deck safety. Every year over [var:injuriesPerYear] people are injured on decks. Green Shield wants to make sure you, your family, and friends can enjoy quality time on the deck. Faulty railings, loose deck boards, and hidden moisture are all risks to your family and friends. Don’t hesitate to have a Green Shield Deck Designer check your deck.

  • That’s right—a Green Shield deck never requires staining. High-performance, fully capped EPL resin boards are reliably engineered to last a lifetime without the need for sealing or painting. This premier, moisture-resistant technology ensures a low-maintenance outdoor space that maintains its high-quality finish through every season.

  • To get started on a new Green Shield deck project, you will need to connect with our team.  Just fill out the form on our website. Members of our team will be in touch with you shortly so watch for our return calls!

  • Every year more than 55,000 people are injured by a deck or wood porch. In 2022-2023 the Consumer Product Safety Commission estimated more than 30,000 seniors ages 65 years and older were injured due to a fall on a deck, porch, or balcony. With more than half of the 60 million decks in the United States in need of repair or replacement, your deck should be checked annually for issues. Use the following short checklist to get started and be sure to contact Green Shield for assistance.