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Outdoor Living
Composite or wood decks, paver patios, screened porches, pergolas, and outdoor kitchen framing. We don't pour concrete or lay block walls — those go to a masonry sub under our GC scope.
Range
$20K–$90K typical
Timeline
3–8 weeks typical
Licensed • Insured • Locally Owned in Crystal Lake, IL • Serving 222 Communities Across Northern IL and Southern WI
How it works
Our process, step by step.
- Step 1
On-site walk
Layout ideas, sun and drainage review, discuss material options. Free.
- Step 2
Scope and proposal
Written proposal with decking, railing, and structural allowances.
- Step 3
Permit and design
Permits where required, HOA submittals where applicable.
- Step 4
Build
Footings, framing, decking, railings, stairs, lighting.
- Step 5
Handoff
Punch list, photos, staining or sealing timeline.
Recent projects
Before & after (coming soon)
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Frequently asked questions
Composite or real wood?
Composite lasts 25+ years with near-zero maintenance but costs 2x upfront. Real wood needs refinishing every 2–4 years but breathes and feels better. Both are valid — depends on how much weekend time you want back.