Front Entry & Porch Step Replacement in New Hampshire
Your front steps are the first thing guests touch and the last thing most contractors want to bother with. Big deck companies won’t take the job; most handymen won’t build them right. Chippy’s specializes in tearing out rotting, heaving entry steps and building new ones that are wide, comfortable, safe, and anchored below the frost line — so they never pull away from your house again.
Signs Your Entry Steps Need to Be Replaced
Steps rarely fail all at once. Watch for soft or spongy treads, stringers rotting where they meet the ground, steps pulling away from the house or sinking on one side, wobbly railings, and gaps opening between the steps and the landing. Any one of these is a safety issue — and in NH, a set of steps that heaves every winter will only get worse. We offer specialized deck repair and rebuild services to keep your entryway level for decades.
New Front Porch Steps, Built to Code
We demolish and haul away the old structure, then build new from the ground up: proper stringer spacing, secure footings, correct rise and run, graspable railings at code height, and flashing where the steps meet the house. The result is a front entry that feels solid underfoot and passes inspection without drama.
Side Door & Garage Entry Steps
Not every job is the front of the house. We frequently replace side entry stairs, garage steps, bulkhead steps, and back-door landings — the hardworking steps you use every day. No project is too small: if it involves wood or composite and needs to be walked on, we build it.
Composite Treads & Low-Maintenance Railings
For high-traffic entries, composite treads with vinyl railings are hard to beat: no splinters, no staining, no rot, and they shrug off ice-melt salt that destroys wood treads. We also build classic pressure-treated steps for homeowners who prefer wood or want a lower upfront cost. Either way, the frame underneath is built the same — solid.
Why Entry Steps Fail in New Hampshire
Nine times out of ten it’s the footings. Steps poured or set on grade heave with every freeze-thaw cycle, which twists the frame, opens joints to water, and starts the rot clock. As your local custom deck builder, we set footings below the frost line and tie the structure together so the whole assembly moves as one — or better yet, doesn’t move at all.
Recent Entry Step Projects
Recent work includes a complete front step rebuild in Concord — old structure demolished, new frame with proper flashing and composite decking — and a full entry deck rebuild in Goffstown with matching handrails, solid steps, and clean white lattice skirting.
Composite Entry Steps
For this Concord property, we built a composite entry stair system engineered for zero-maintenance living. Utilizing high-end decking and hidden fasteners, we created a clean, modern entryway that withstands heavy foot traffic and harsh New Hampshire winters.
Pressure Treated Entry Steps
For this Goffstown home, we constructed a durable pressure-treated entry stair system starting with robust concrete footings. Complete with secure matching handrails, this custom wood build provides safe, code-compliant access and classic curb appeal for many years to come.
How We Work
We know hiring a contractor can be stressful, so we keep things simple. From the first measurement to the final sweep, here is our straightforward process for a hassle-free build.
On-Site Consultation
We visit your property to take precise measurements, evaluate your current structure, and discuss your exact vision for the new space.
Clear, Upfront Quotes
We provide a detailed, written proposal outlining all material choices and labor costs, so you know exactly what to expect before we begin.
Construction & Cleanup
We build your deck efficiently to local codes, maintain a tidy worksite, and haul away all debris so you can start relaxing immediately.
Get Your Free Step Assessment
Don’t spend another winter on steps you don’t trust.
Entry Step FAQs
We believe in clear communication and no surprises. Here are answers to the most common questions homeowners ask before starting a project.
