About Archadeck Outdoor Living
A Home Improvement Franchise Designed for Long-Term Growth
About Us
Building Outdoor Spaces and Businesses with Purpose
Archadeck Outdoor Living has spent over four decades reshaping how homeowners experience their outdoor spaces. Founded in 1980 in Richmond, Virginia, our brand quickly became known for its design-first approach, transforming underutilized yards into functional, beautiful extensions of the home. Today, Archadeck Outdoor Living is a leading name in the home improvement franchise industry, with independently owned locations across North America and more than 200,000 custom projects completed.
As a franchise opportunity, Archadeck Outdoor Living combines the best of local business ownership with the strength of a nationally recognized brand. Franchise owners benefit from exclusive construction tools, robust marketing and lead generation support, and access to a proprietary design and sales system that simplifies operations while delivering real results. Whether you’re a builder by trade or a driven entrepreneur looking for a fresh start, our model empowers you to thrive.
At the heart of Archadeck is our belief in creating lasting value, not just for homeowners, but for the people who own and operate our franchises. That’s why we welcome owners from all walks of life, including those with no prior construction experience. With ongoing training, field support, and a team of experts behind every franchise, we make it possible to build a business that improves lives and neighborhoods at the same time.
From front porches to multi-level decks, Archadeck isn’t just a name, it’s a promise of design excellence and customer satisfaction. If you’re looking for a home improvement franchise with heritage, heart, and room to grow, you’ve just found it.
Our Roots
The Legacy Behind a Trusted Home Improvement Franchise
Built From the Ground Up
1980 – Present
Archadeck Outdoor Living was founded in Richmond, Virginia, in 1980 with one clear vision: to bring design-forward thinking and professional execution to the outdoor living space. At a time when cookie-cutter decks and patios dominated the market, Archadeck saw an opportunity to deliver something more: custom outdoor spaces that reflect each homeowner’s lifestyle and add lasting value to the home.
From those early days, the brand earned trust by doing things differently. Every project is designed with intention. Every structure is built with craftsmanship, and every client relationship is treated with care and transparency. This commitment to quality quickly turned a local business into a nationally recognized name in outdoor living.
Today, Archadeck Outdoor Living operates as part of Empower Brands, led by longtime franchise expert and former Archadeck franchisee Scott Zide. Under his leadership, the home improvement franchise has continued to grow while staying true to its mission of thoughtful design, expert guidance, and personalized client care, and values that have anchored us from the beginning.
Testimonials
Why Our Franchisees Chose Archadeck
Maurice Meagher
“I needed something to keep me engaged, keep me challenged. I wanted to leave my corporate job and start my own business so I could have a flexible schedule.”
Harold Cross
“The professional aspect of the support behind us (at Archadeck) has evolved significantly in the past seven years. They have some of the best training I’ve ever been through.”
Ben Wood
“I think one of the things I enjoy most about being an Archadeck franchisee is helping people change the way that they use their home and change the way that they enjoy their home, and spend time with friends and family. [...]”
