National Awards · Industry Recognition · Published Expertise
Awards, Media & Industry Recognition
Deckmasters of South Florida has been recognized nationally for commercial outdoor construction, published in industry trade press, and featured in television and media.
NADRA National Award Winner
North American Deck and Railing Association — the industry's national competition for outdoor construction excellence.
2025 · NADRA
First Place
Commercial Outdoor Living Project
Clearwater Beach Sales Gallery
Ipe and Cumaru hardwoods. 2,500 sq. ft. front deck, 3,500 sq. ft. rear deck. Custom louvers, grand entrance staircase, two ADA-compliant ramps, and stainless-steel railings.
2024 · NADRA
Third Place
Commercial Outdoor Living Project
Seminole Big Cypress Indian Reservation Boardwalk
More than one mile of Trex boardwalk constructed through swamp terrain, 6–20 feet wide, completed in just over four months.
2026 Recognition
FastenMaster Specialist of the Year
Jon Benaglio of Deckmasters of South Florida was selected as FastenMaster Specialist of the Year — recognizing installation expertise, professional standards, and commitment to quality fastening systems in exterior construction.
Deck Specialist Magazine article image
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Published Expertise
Deck Specialist Magazine
Jon Benaglio contributed the technical article "Engineering a Coastal Commercial Deck System" to Deck Specialist Magazine (May/June 2026) — positioning Deckmasters' commercial construction methodology within the broader industry conversation.
Deckmasters has also been featured as a contractor in the publication, reflecting the company's standing within the professional deck-building industry.
Featured, Published & Media
Published Author & Featured Contractor
Deck Specialist Magazine
Jon Benaglio contributed the technical article "Engineering a Coastal Commercial Deck System" (May/June 2026). Deckmasters has also been featured as a contractor in the publication.
Feature
Florida Design
"Biophilic Design Built for Miami" — luxury and design media recognition for Deckmasters' work in the South Florida market.
Firm Profile
Architect Magazine
Deckmasters of South Florida firm profile in Architect Magazine — architecture and design-build industry exposure.
Industry Contributor
LBM Journal
Jon Benaglio participated as an industry contractor and interview contributor in "What Deck Builders Really Want."
Featured Guest
Power100 / Fence & Deck Mastery
Jon Benaglio, Deckmasters of South Florida — featured guest on the Fence & Deck Mastery podcast.
Television Feature
Destination Miami
Deckmasters was featured on Destination Miami, a television program highlighting South Florida's most notable businesses and projects.
Meet the Creator
FutureScape USA 2026
Jon Benaglio selected as a featured creator at FutureScape USA 2026.
Industry Leadership & Credentials
TimberTech Platinum Installer
Platinum Installer status — the highest tier of TimberTech's contractor programme, recognizing installation volume, training, and quality standards.
Licensed Contractor
State certification required for the scale and complexity of commercial, hospitality, and large residential projects Deckmasters routinely delivers.
Trex Pro Contractor
Certified Trex Pro Contractor, with documented large-scale Trex installations including the award-winning Seminole Big Cypress boardwalk.
Florida Atlantic University
Jon Benaglio has participated as a guest speaker and contributor in FAU's Entrepreneurship Program, sharing business and industry experience.
FastenMaster Specialist of the Year 2026
Selected by FastenMaster as Specialist of the Year, recognizing installation expertise, professional standards, and commitment to quality fastening systems.
Leadership
Jon Benaglio
Jon Benaglio's experience extends beyond the jobsite. His work and expertise have been recognized through national deck awards, industry publications, television, podcasts, and educational appearances. He has contributed technical articles to Deck Specialist Magazine, shared his business experience through Florida Atlantic University's Entrepreneurship Program, and was selected as a featured creator at FutureScape USA 2026.