Deck & Porch Construction in Oak Brook, IL

Composite and wood decks built in Oak Brook

A deck is a structure first and a floor second, so we start with what holds it up: footings below frost, beams sized for the span, and a ledger at the house that is flashed and bolted. On top of that we lay composite or treated decking, then stairs, landings and railings to current code. Composite costs more on day one and asks for little more than a wash after that. Treated lumber costs less to build and needs sealing to last, which our crew can take on later through our painting and staining service.

Oak Brook is on our regular route by way of I-88, I-294, Route 83 and York Road, with 22nd Street cutting across the village. It sits in DuPage County between Hinsdale, Elmhurst and Oakbrook Terrace. If your yard is large, a deck can be split into levels, one for a table off the kitchen and one lower for chairs, which keeps any single section from towering over the grass. More levels mean more stairs, posts and railing, so we lay out each level on the estimate and show what it adds.

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What an Oak Brook deck build includes

Multi-level decks

Separate levels are framed on their own posts and beams and joined by stairs with even risers.

Composite decking

Boards are fastened to the maker's spacing on joists set close enough to keep the surface firm.

Treated lumber decks

Posts and framing are rated for outdoor and ground contact, with decking that takes a sealer well once it dries.

Ledger and flashing at the house

We flash over the ledger and bolt it through the rim so water stays out of the house wall.

Railings and stairs to code

Guard height, baluster spacing, stair rise and run and graspable handrails are all built to pass inspection.

Porch repairs

Front porch steps, railings, columns and ceilings get rebuilt where rot has set in.

How we run a deck build in Oak Brook

We walk the yard with you, talk about how you want to use the space and leave with measurements, then send a written estimate with framing, decking, railings and permits each priced out. Any change you ask for, or any rot we find at an existing ledger, is priced in writing and waits for your approval. We submit for the permit, schedule the inspections the village asks for, and keep the work on the days we gave you. The job ends with a walkthrough of every level.

Layout drawn and priced level by level
Composite and treated options side by side
Footings set below frost depth
Inspections scheduled by our crew
Change orders in writing before work
Yard and driveway cleaned up at the end

Deck & Porch Construction estimate in Oak Brook

Tell us about the project and we will set a time to look at it.

FAQ

Deck & Porch Construction in Oak Brook: questions

What does the permit process look like for an Oak Brook deck?

A new deck usually means drawings, a village permit and inspections at the footings, the framing and the finish. We put the drawings together, pull the permit and meet the inspector, so your part is approving the plan.

Is composite worth the extra cost?

It depends on how long you plan to stay and how much upkeep you want. Composite costs more to build and needs little care after. Treated lumber costs less and needs sealing every few years. We price both so you can decide with real numbers.

When should I book a deck for next summer?

Earlier is better, because the permit review comes before any digging. Footings can go in whenever the ground is not frozen. We give you a start date in writing and hold to the days we said.

Do you work in Hinsdale and Elmhurst too?

Yes. Besides Oak Brook, our crew builds decks in Hinsdale, Elmhurst, Westmont and Oakbrook Terrace.

How do I get a price?

Call or text (815) 585-1750. We set up a free on-site estimate and send the price in writing.

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