Wheaton, DuPage County

Deck & Porch Construction in Wheaton

Stairs that feel the same on every step and railings that hold when you lean on them, on a new or existing deck in Wheaton.

Deck stairs, railings and new decks in Wheaton

Stairs and railings are where an older deck usually falls behind current code: risers that change height, treads too shallow for a full foot, guard posts that rock and baluster gaps wide enough for a child to slip through. We rebuild stairs with even risers and proper tread depth, add landings where the run needs a break, and set railing posts so they are tied into the frame. On a new deck in treated lumber or composite, all of that is built in from the first drawing, along with a ledger that is flashed and bolted to the house.

Wheaton is on our regular route along Roosevelt Road and Naperville Road, from Main Street and the Metra station out to the blocks along the Illinois Prairie Path. It is the DuPage County seat, next to Glen Ellyn, Warrenville and Carol Stream. If your front porch steps have no handrail, a rebuild is the time to add one. We cut the stringers and set the posts so the new rail has something solid to fasten to.

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Stair, railing and deck work in Wheaton

Stair rebuilds

New stringers are cut for even risers, with treads deep enough to land a full foot.

Landings

A level landing breaks up a long run of stairs and sits on its own footings.

Graspable handrails

Handrails are sized for a real grip and run continuous from top to bottom.

Guard railings

Posts tie into the frame, rails sit at code height and baluster spacing passes inspection.

New decks

Treated lumber or composite goes on footings below frost with a flashed and bolted ledger.

Front porch steps and columns

Porch steps, railings and rotted column bases are rebuilt and left ready for paint.

How we handle a Wheaton deck or stair job

The estimate is free and in person, with a tape measure on every riser so we can show you what is out of code. Your written scope covers the stairs, the railings and any framing they tie into, each with its own price. If the stringers or posts are worse than they looked once we open them up, we write up the added cost and wait for your approval. We pull the city permit when the work calls for it, book the inspection and walk the finished stairs with you.

  • Every riser measured at the estimate
  • Stairs and railings rebuilt to current code
  • Handrails you can actually grip
  • Permit and inspection handled by our crew
  • Rotted stringers priced before we replace them
  • Proof of liability insurance before work begins
FAQ

Deck & Porch Construction in Wheaton: questions

Can you just replace the stairs on my deck?
Yes, as long as the deck frame they attach to is sound, and we check that first. If the frame needs work too, we show you before we price it.
Do I need a permit in Wheaton for new deck stairs?
Stairs and railings tied to the structure are usually part of a permitted deck job, and a new deck typically needs a city permit and inspections. We pull the permit and schedule them.
How long does a stair rebuild take?
Less time than a full deck, since the platform stays. We give you the dates in writing and book around the days we said.
Do you work in Glen Ellyn and Naperville?
We do. Our crew builds decks and stairs in Glen Ellyn, Naperville, Lisle and Warrenville as well.
What should I send to get started?
Text a photo of the stairs and railing to (815) 585-1750 and we will give you a first read before the free estimate.

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If a step on your Wheaton deck feels off, text a picture to (815) 585-1750 and we will measure every riser at a free estimate.

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