The Home Depot on Bardes Road near the Fields-Ertel interchange is the closest full-service Home Depot for homeowners in Blue Ash, Kenwood, Sycamore Township, Deer Park, and the surrounding NE Cincinnati corridor. It sits just off I-71 at the Fields-Ertel exit in Mason, with a large lumber yard, a well-stocked building materials department, a Pro Service Desk for contractor-level orders, and a rental center for the tools and trucks most deck projects require.
| Detail | Information |
| Store | Home Depot — Fields-Ertel (Store #3813) |
| Address | 5203 Bardes Rd, Mason, OH 45040 |
| Main phone | (513) 398-0937 |
| Pro Service Desk | (513) 754-3400 |
| Tool and Truck Rental | (513) 754-3438 |
| Hours | Mon-Sat: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Sun: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Curbside pickup | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM daily (via the Home Depot app) |
| Website | homedepot.com — Fields-Ertel #3813 |
Decking Materials
Composite and PVC Decking
| Brand | What’s Available | Notes |
| Trex | Enhance Naturals, Enhance Basics, Select lines stocked; Transcend by special order | 25-year limited warranty; fade and stain resistance |
| Veranda | Home Depot house brand composite in several colors | Lower price point; solid budget option |
| TimberTech / AZEK | May be available by special order | Premium PVC and capped composite; highest price tier |
Pressure-Treated Decking Boards
Standard 5/4×6 radius-edge pressure-treated decking in 8, 10, 12, and 16-foot lengths. Affordable upfront but requires staining or sealing every two to three years.
Framing Lumber
- Posts — 4×4 and 6×6 pressure-treated in 8, 10, and 12-foot lengths.
- Beams and joists — 2×6, 2×8, 2×10, and 2×12 pressure-treated dimensional lumber.
- Ledger boards — Standard 2x pressure-treated stock. Must be lag-bolted or through-bolted with proper flashing.
- Rim joists and stair stringers — 2x treated stock for the perimeter; pre-cut or custom-cut 2×12 stringers for stairs.
- Cedar — Limited stock in 1x and 2x sizes. Naturally rot-resistant; higher cost than treated pine.
Fasteners, Hardware, and Flashing
- Lag bolts and structural screws — For ledger attachment. Must be rated for ACQ-treated lumber.
- Joist hangers — Simpson Strong-Tie in all standard sizes. Galvanized or stainless finish required.
- Post bases and caps — Adjustable bases for footings and post-to-beam connectors.
- Composite decking screws — Color-matched to Trex and Veranda lines. Generic screws may void warranty.
- Hidden fastener clips — Brand-specific clip systems for screw-free surface.
- Ledger flashing — Self-adhesive membrane and metal flashing for the ledger-to-house connection.
Concrete and Footing Supplies
Deck footings in this area must extend at least 32 inches below grade. The store stocks bagged concrete mix (60 lb and 80 lb), fast-setting concrete, tube forms (8, 10, and 12-inch diameters), rebar, wire mesh, and drainage gravel.
A typical 12×16 deck with six footings needs roughly 20 to 25 bags of 80-lb concrete — nearly a ton of material.
Tool and Truck Rental
The rental center at (513) 754-3438 carries equipment commonly needed for deck work:
- Post hole diggers and augers
- Concrete mixers
- Plate compactors (for paver patio base prep)
- Circular saws and miter saws
- Flatbed trucks and cargo vans
Reserve early for spring and summer weekends.
Pro Service Desk
- Pull and stage your order — Call (513) 754-3400 with your material list.
- Volume pricing — Pro accounts unlock per-unit pricing not available at the retail register.
- Flatbed delivery — Lumber and heavy materials delivered on flatbed trucks. Ask for a quote.
- Special orders — Composite colors, railing systems, or lumber dimensions not in stock can be ordered in 1-2 weeks.
Even homeowners can open a Pro account to access the same pricing and services.
Tips for Buying Deck Materials Here
- Hand-pick your lumber — Sight down each board for straightness. Avoid deep checks, splits, and soaking-wet boards.
- Verify composite color in daylight — Take a sample outside — showroom lighting doesn’t match outdoor sun.
- Use the app for inventory checks — Search by SKU to confirm availability before driving out.
- Ask about price matching — Home Depot matches local competitor pricing from Menards, Lowe’s, and others.
- Shop early — Store opens at 6:00 AM weekdays. Early mornings mean better selection and easier loading.
- Time your purchase to permit approval — Don’t buy materials until your permit is approved to avoid returns if the building department requires design changes.
Ready to Build?
If you’re planning a deck in Blue Ash, Kenwood, Sycamore Township, or anywhere in the NE Cincinnati corridor, Deck Builders Cincinnati handles materials, permitting, and construction. Call (513) 586-3107 or visit deckcontractorscincinnati.com to get started.