Deck & Porch Construction in Rolling Meadows, IL

Resurfacing a Rolling Meadows deck

If the frame under a worn deck is still sound, new decking and railings on that frame can cost a good deal less than a full rebuild. The catch is the word sound, so we inspect the frame before resurfacing, checking joist ends, hangers, beam connections, posts and the ledger at the house. Anything rotted gets replaced, and an existing ledger that is wrong gets fixed before anything else. Then the new surface goes on in treated lumber or composite, with railings and stairs to current code.

Rolling Meadows is on our regular route up Route 53, with Golf Road, Kirchoff Road and Algonquin Road taking us across the city. It is a Cook County town, and if your deck is old enough that the boards are splitting, it is worth asking how the joists are spaced. Composite boards often need joists closer together than an older wood deck was framed with, so switching to composite can mean adding joists between the old ones. We measure that on the estimate visit so the price you see already includes it.

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What a Rolling Meadows resurfacing includes

Frame inspection

Joists, hangers, beams, posts and ledger checked before we price new boards.

Joist repair and added joists

Rotted joists replaced, and extra joists added where the new decking calls for tighter spacing.

Ledger correction

A ledger that was nailed on or never flashed gets fixed with proper bolts and flashing first.

New decking

Composite that costs more up front and needs little upkeep, or treated lumber that costs less and needs sealing. Staining new wood is a separate service.

New railings

Railings and balusters replaced and built to current code.

Stair treads and risers

New treads and risers to match the deck, on stringers we have checked.

How a Rolling Meadows resurfacing runs

On the free estimate visit we get under the deck, probe the frame and measure the joist spacing, then put the scope in writing. Once the old boards are off, we see the tops of the joists for the first time, and if more rot shows up there, we stop and price it in writing before going on. You approve every change first. When the new surface is on, we walk it with you and point out any repairs we made underneath.

Every joist end and hanger looked at before new boards.
Joist spacing measured for the new boards.
Rot replaced, not covered over.
Permits pulled where the city requires them.
Extra work approved by you in writing.
A final walk on the new surface with you.

Deck & Porch Construction estimate in Rolling Meadows

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

FAQ

Deck & Porch Construction in Rolling Meadows: questions

Can my Rolling Meadows deck be resurfaced instead of replaced?

If the frame is sound, yes. We inspect the joists, beams, posts and ledger first and tell you in writing whether resurfacing makes sense or whether the frame needs work.

Does resurfacing need a permit in Rolling Meadows?

Replacing boards alone often does not, but structural work like new joists, posts or a ledger generally does. We check with the city and pull the permit when one is needed.

Can composite go on my old wood frame?

Often, once the frame checks out and the joist spacing fits what the composite calls for. If it does not, we add joists, and that cost is on the estimate up front.

How long does resurfacing take?

Usually less time than a full rebuild, since the footings and frame stay. The estimate gives the working days, and we book around the days we said. Call or text (815) 585-1750 to set up the visit.

Do you work in towns near Rolling Meadows?

Yes. We resurface and build decks in Arlington Heights, Palatine and Schaumburg too.

Other work we do in Rolling Meadows

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Deck & Porch Construction in Rolling Meadows