DeckDraft

Permit-Ready Deck Plans

Stop Drawing Decks by Hand. Get Permit-Ready Plans in 5 Minutes.

The only deck design tool with built-in IRC Span Code checks. No CAD experience required.

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DeckDraft framing view

Fail-Safe Engineering

We flag span violations instantly. Never get rejected by an inspector for undersized joists again.

Automatic Elevations

Don't just draw the floor plan. We auto-generate Front, Left, and Right elevation views required for permits.

Material Takeoffs

One click generates a cut list for your lumber yard. Stop guessing quantities.

How It Works

From layout to permit package

1. Build your deck layout

Draw bays, beams, posts, stairs, and railing in one workspace.

2. Validate spans instantly

Get IRC-based warnings as you design so issues are caught early.

3. Export and submit

Generate plan sheets and a material list for field and office use.

Included in Pro Monthly ($169/mo)

  • Permit-style plan views (framing, elevations, details, takeoff).
  • Built-in span checks during design.
  • Plan export with project notes and title block support.
  • Material list output for estimating workflow.

Current beta notes

  • Material list output is in final beta review and should be manually verified for now.
  • Details page is production-usable for typical deck workflows.
  • Advanced annotation tooling is in development.
  • Roof framing and screen room workflows are planned for Pro Plus.

Killer Feature

Catch Mistakes Before You Build

Most software lets you draw unsafe decks. DeckDraft warns you in real-time if your beam or joist spans violate IRC code tables.

Span violation warning screenshot
Feature
DeckDraft ($169/mo)
The Other Guys ($199/mo)
Auto-Elevations
Check
Manual Typing
Span Checks
Check
No Safety Checks
Workflow
Check (Drag-and-Drop)
Expensive
Roadmap: Clipped Corners
Coming Soon
Limited / Custom CAD Time
Roadmap: Stair Landings
Coming Soon
Manual Drafting
Roadmap: Bay Windows + Openings
Coming Soon
Manual Drafting
Roadmap: Window / Slider Door Tools
Coming Soon
Manual Drafting

Pricing

Pick the plan that matches your workflow.

Open beta is active. You can also opt in early as Founding Pro.

Most Popular

Founding Pro (Monthly)

$169

/mo

Includes plan generation and material lists.

Beta note: material lists are in final review and may require manual verification.

Terms acceptance is required first. If not checked yet, this button will jump you to it.

Coming Soon

7-Day Pass

$59

for 7 days

Short-term access for quick jobs, trials, and field validation.

Coming Soon

Pro Plus

Coming Soon

future release

More flexible annotation suite plus roof framing and screen room tools.

Coming Soon

Enterprise / Teams

Coming Soon

future release

Team workflows, shared projects, and company-level controls.

FAQ

Is this for homeowners or contractors?

Today it is primarily designed for contractors and design/build teams, but homeowners can still use it for planning.

What is Enterprise / Teams for?

Shared projects, team workflows, and company-level controls for larger operations.

Can I use it before every feature is complete?

Yes. Pro Monthly is already usable for production planning, with clear beta notes where features are still being finalized.

What is next on the roadmap?

Finalize material list QA, then ship Pro Plus features including advanced annotations, roof framing, and screen rooms.