Chicago Porch Authority Inc

Frank and his crew were awesome! The process could not have been easier. Fair pricing, timely execution and great attention to detail. My project wasn't huge, but I was treated as if it was. I couldn't ask for a better experience. Highly recommend CPA!

Frank did an excellent job in replacing our old worn out porch with an excellent new one. He had a number of good recommendations around design of the privacy wall and was very clear in communicating progress throughout the project. When a few adjustments needed to be made at the end he was very accommodating to support. I highly recommend his services for anyone looking for similar work.

Frank and his team did a wonderful job on our garden level patio. They demoed the old patio, removed the old pavers, put up Trex flooring, a new accent wall, and a new fence. It is exactly as we wanted and Frank was a pleasure to work with.

excellent work. Took a little time to get scheduled, but once it was set, the work was done on time, extremely well, and great clean up. Very smooth overall process and I would highly recommend.

Our old porch, which had been built by a general contractor in 1989, was failing--missing balusters & pickets, eroding porch front & stair edges, front porch sloping. I knew the owner of C.P.A.--he was my neighbor and had started the company under a different name a couple of years after I had the old porch done. Called that company, which told me that when he had left the area, he had sold them the name but they didn't operate inside the city--then they told me about his new company. Went to the website, was impressed, and called him. He'd moved back to our neighborhood. He inspected my porch & stairs, then showed me how he would replace it--all of it. I also showed him my deck (built by Harmonious Decorating in 2013) and that because the decking planks were too close together, water would pond up, and freeze in winter. He suggested routing wider grooves in strategic places. Not only did C.P.A. perform all the work within four days, it also repaired some eroded siding on the inner porch sides, and made sure everything was level. I still get compliments on my porch & stairs--even from taxi drivers who drop me off!

Excellent. The new porch has completely transformed the look of my house.

I am the property manager for a large condominium association containing approximately 300 units, with a roof-top community deck and private decks up to 2,000 sq. ft. per. This contractor, Frank Shubert, has done outstanding deck work for both our Association and the private homeowners. He is our absolute go-to person for any deck issues whatsoever. We have received nothing but glowing reports. Frank is very honest and can offer wonderful suggestions. Book him early! His work is remarkable and worth any wait.

WITHIN BUDGET AND IN A TIMELY MANNER

Frank and his team (led by Kevin) did a great job. They were very patient with me to make sure they could implement all of my specific ideas, designs, etc. And, if for some reason something did not turn out the way that I wanted, they redid and fixed everything until it was right. I should note though that the project required a lot of patience on my part as well, as there were a number of delays (some through no fault of CPA) , but that is expected in a project of our size and does not hinder me in giving my recommendation of CPA. They stuck incredibly close to their quote, which was the best I had received compared to a few other places in Chicago, and the only reason it deviated was because I had some additional requests not discussed prior to the start of the project. Throughout the project, Frank was very accessible, either through texts, or calls, or weekend visits (to accommodate my work schedule), etc. All in all, if I need any more deck work done, it will be with Frank and CPA. But they did such a nice job, I don't foresee needing anything else (other than to periodically stain the ipe we used).

Extremely well. Work was scheduled within a reasonable time frame (dependent on weather) and once work began it took approx. 2 days to complete, including hauling away of old wood.

The work was perfect, the price was right, the customer service was so-so as it related to scheduling.

Chicago Porch Authority stepped in to complete a job after another contractor took our deposit and disappeared. They built out our roofdeck in trex material and did an excellent job. The workers were very professional, punctual, and went the extra mile to make sure no mess was made in our house. Their pricing was very competitive and overall were a pleasure to work with. I'd definitely recommend them and plan on using them for any future projects.

Our 15 year old cedar deck had it and we were tired of stripping and staining it every year. After reviewing options
with Frank we decided on a new composite deck with an updated look.

When Frank came over to review our plans and make recommendations he noticed right away that one of the deck footings sunk and
was a potential safety risk. One of the options Frank quoted was to install a new mid-beam and footing. Frank detailed all pricing for the project and kept to his quote.  

Frank was very professional every step of the way and started work on the day promised.

Frank?s installers where also very professional, really polite and picked up all debris daily. Quality work from professional
craftsman.

We can enjoy our backyard again and best of all no more deck maintenance!!

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The results were beautiful.  Frank recommended an ipa hardwood decking system, using Bison lifts and off-brand decking.  The look was exactly what I was looking for.  The installation crew did an excellent job, start to finish in one day.  They were professional, skilled, and experienced.  Frank is nice but can be a little distracted, so it took a while to nail down an installation date.  Overall, we were thrilled with the result and the price.

.It went extremely well.  The contractor was responsive, conscientious and thorough.  It took longer than expected to have the work begin, but I'm very pleased with the results.

At the beginning it seemed that after we had signed the proposal we still had different ideas of  what needed to get done, but Frank was very flexible and did not hesitate adapting to it.

I was very  happy with the service. I would use them again.

Excellent design, finished in several days, at estimated cost

For each unit it was about $1200 per unit and it was for three units.  They tore down all the railing and put up a new one that was higher.  They got the job done and it looks fine.  It took a lot longer than it should have though.  It was only supposed to take like a few days but it ended up being stretched out over a couple of weeks because of one reason or another so that was the only frustrating thing.  It ended up taking like two weeks time.  When I originally asked them who long it would take they said it would take only about a week.  Their pricing was fine.

The demolition and build went very well.  Frank is a class act and his team was prompt and thorough when they got started -- they did the demo in about a day and then they completed the build in the remaining three -- then came later and performed the staining.
My only complaints are minor.  They were busy with larger projects, so getting the actual job scheduled took a long time.  It also took them a couple of days to haul the debris away after the project was complete.  But these are minor quibbles -- the job was done very well, the pricing was very competitive, and they did a commercial grade job on my relatively minor residential project.
Frank worked with me on options for the Trex, and helped me make solid decisions so that the structure will last for years to come.  As a fellow landlord, he helped me manage costs without compromising safety, quality or maintenance for those grueling winter months when the snow removal will wreak havoc on the porch stairs...
I recommend this company and would use them again.

The Chicago Porch Authority RULES!  My husband and I wanted to build a huge deck for our family to enjoy this summer, and we got no less than six bids for the job.  Frank Shubert was the least expensive bid, and at first I was wary with the thought that you might get what you pay for.  Wrong!  Frank and his men exceeded expectations at every turn.  They showed up exactly when they said they would each day, and the job was finished in less time than was originally agreed upon.  I've never had a contractor keep me so "in the loop" with exactly what was to be done when, and he worked with me to build a dream deck that includes a huge pergola/trellis, a long bench for seating, super wide steps for hanging out and watching the kids on the swing sets, and flower boxes galore.  He even cut the deck around an existing tree so we can string lights and dine beneath it al fresco.  Friends say the deck looks like something at a high end restaurant.  I agree, and am pleased as punch.
Without hesitation I can say if you need a deck/patio/porch, etc., Frank's your man!  I'd be happy to answer any questions anyone has--I own The Wine Goddess in Evanston, so you can call me there. 
Diana Hamann

He gave me blueprints of the work to be done prior to authorization. He was very helpful in designing my deck.
Explained the material being used and the advantage it would give me.
He used the best material at the best price. He was reliable, punctual and the job was completed on time.
I would recommend his company as he is very experienced, knowledgeable and completes the work on time to the blueprint specs.