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EA Deck Repairs
5.0(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent experience from start to finish. The team was professional, punctual, and communicated clearly throughout the repair. They completed the deck repair with quality workmanship, cleaned up after the job, and made sure everything was done right. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing deck or porch repairs."
Deck restoration
Decks
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Haven Landscape
5.0(
5
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Haven Landscape did a great job. After they completed the project you would have never known that a trench and drains were installed in the yard. Everything was restored perfectly. They identified the problem and resolved the issue."
Outdoor Kitchen Island
Outdoor Kitchen Island
Outdoor Living Patio Space
Deck-Composite
Deck-Composite

+2

Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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AKDK Services, LLC
5.0(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dan was very professional and kept in communication with me regarding arrival time and who would be coming with him. They did a great job cleaning windows, air ducts, carpet cleaning, and general cleaning after our construction project."
Power washing
floor treatment!
Waxing
Shiny waxed floor
Palos Heights

+19

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Both deck footings and deck posts help prop up your deck. However, footings are the bottommost parts of a deck that touch the ground. They’re usually made of concrete. Posts are pieces of wood that attach to the top of the footings with brackets. They run upwards and connect to the underside of your deck to support its weight.

Yes, adding railing to a deck is a great way to improve safety and your home’s aesthetic appeal. Railings can be constructed from wood, metal, or composite, and there are plenty of choices regarding design and style. Always consult local building codes before starting any building project—there are often requirements regarding spacing and height that can differ slightly from place to place.

Footings for ground-level decks need to be at least 12 inches deep, and some areas require them to be even deeper. A standard range for deck footings is anywhere from 12 to 48 inches. The minimum footing depth is determined by an area’s frost line and soil conditions. If you’re unsure how deep to install deck footings, check local building codes to find the minimum footing depth in your area. 

You can use a few different tactics to prevent your deck gate from sagging. Aside from using strong, rot-resistant woods, introducing a diagonal element—such as a tension rod or solid piece of wood to act as a brace—across the gate will offer better support. You can also use rigid joists to prevent the gate from sagging.

Both a well-constructed deck and a patio can add value to your home. Patios are generally cheaper to build but don’t offer the same aesthetics as a quality deck. Therefore, decks can be more appealing to buyers than patios, increasing a home's resale value.

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