About Just Decks & More

"Just Decks" was founded in 1983 by Clifford W. Johnston, Jr. and Arthur J. Aga – both carpenters (and best friends), working in the New Jersey residential housing market at the time.

Originally conceived as a side-business and source of extra income, the pair built several decks but eventually disbanded in order to pursue other career goals. Mr. Aga - a Union Carpenter - re-entered the commercial construction industry and worked on large projects including Malls, Restaurants and Office Campuses (such as the Lucent Technologies' Headquarters in Basking Ridge, NJ). Mr. Johnston - possessing a Bachelor's Degree in Economics/International Studies, and a Master's Degree in International Management - continued his progression in the Residential Construction field, rising to the position of Project Manager on several large Residential Subdivisions in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Mr. Johnston also received accreditations as a Building Inspector and a licensed real-estate sales person in PA.

During the recession of 1990-91, Mr. Johnston resumed the business alone and registered the Just Decks “brand” name in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania. In the decade of the ‘90's that followed, the modern era of “Just Decks” began to take shape – and with it the reputation for exceptional value, attention to detail, and innovative design. Unlike most deck-builders, Mr. Johnston realized that creativity and exactitude were both necessary components of deck building, and he insisted on fully-designed prints for every deck – including both elevations, plan views, design data and load criteria – which resulted in a winning combination that inspired confidence in clients and building inspectors alike.

Even before the advent of plastic composites, metals, molded millwork and maintenance-free materials, “Just Decks” pioneered the soft and flowing look seen in many of its unique radius deck designs. The company has also specialized in custom-designed accessories such as planters, seating and Trellises. In recent years, “Just decks” has branched into stainless steel cable wire railings, full additions and the replication of Ante-Bellum, Georgian and Federal period designs as seen on its porch porticos and elegant balconies – thus the “and more” found in the website name: www.justdecksandmore.com.

Announcement

As of Spring 2015, JustDecks has partnered with Jay Miller, Inc (of Easton PA) to leverage "best in class" remodeling capabilities and to offer our clients a full range of home improvement options.

For an unsurpassed outdoor deck, addition, porch or any other building project, contact “Just Decks” today to arrange an appointment: (484) 201-0918. You'll be glad you did!