Deck Building in Mt Prospect, IL

We're a family-owned deck builder with over 20 years working with homeowners in Mt Prospect, IL. That means we've seen what holds up and what doesn't after a few Midwest winters. We don't subcontract the structural work or disappear after framing, and every deck we build gets inspected before we call it done.

We also handle deck additions that connect to existing structures, which takes more planning than a standalone build. Getting the ledger connection, the footings, and the drainage right matters a lot when you're tying into a home. We've done this enough times that we know where problems show up before they become your problem.

Mt Prospect, IL gets the full range of Illinois weather, from hard freezes and snow loads in January to high humidity and heat in July. That cycle of freeze and thaw is tough on decks that weren't built with it in mind. We use fasteners, footings, and materials rated for that kind of stress. If you're choosing between wood decking and composite decking, we'll walk you through what each one does in this climate so you're not guessing.

Wood Decking vs. Composite Decking: Which One Fits Your Home?

Wood decking costs less upfront and has a natural look that a lot of homeowners in Mt Prospect, IL prefer. Pressure-treated lumber and cedar both perform well here when they're sealed and maintained. The tradeoff is that wood needs attention every couple of years to stay in good shape.

Composite decking costs more to install but holds up better over time with almost no maintenance. It won't splinter, it resists moisture, and the color stays consistent. For homeowners who want a deck they can mostly ignore, composite is the right call. We carry multiple composite lines and can show you samples before you commit.

Deck Additions That Connect to Your Existing Home

A deck addition isn't just a matter of building outward. When a new deck ties into your home's framing, the ledger board has to be attached correctly and the footings have to go deep enough to stay put through frost heave. We pull the permit, dig to the right depth for the Mt Prospect, IL frost line, and make sure the connection to your house is watertight.

This is also where our experience with home additions and remodeling comes in handy. We've seen how different home structures are built, and that knowledge changes how we approach the attachment points. If you're also thinking about updates inside the house, our kitchen and bathroom remodeling work can run alongside the deck project on the same timeline.