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Perfect Touch Home Improvement

5.00(
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Perfect Touch Home Improvement

5.00(
30
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Approved Pro
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Perfect Touch, we proudly provide professional Window Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning & Repairs, Pressure Washing, and Deck & Fence Restoration in Wheeling and nearby areas, including Buffalo Grove, Arlington Heights, Northbrook, Prospect Heights, Mount Prospect, and Deerfield and more. We’re committed to delivering exceptional results with unmatched attention to detail—because customer satisfaction is our top priority. Whether for your home or business, our skilled local team is here to make your property shine. Free estimates are available, and all work is backed by our satisfaction guarantee.

"Clean efficient and great price to repair our deck damaged by a tree falling. "

Richard J on September 2025

At Perfect Touch, we proudly provide professional Window Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning & Repairs, Pressure Washing, and Deck & Fence Restoration in Wheeling and nearby areas, including Buffalo Grove, Arlington Heights, Northbrook, Prospect Heights, Mount Prospect, and Deerfield and more. We’re committed to delivering exceptional results with unmatched attention to detail—because customer satisfaction is our top priority. Whether for your home or business, our skilled local team is here to make your property shine. Free estimates are available, and all work is backed by our satisfaction guarantee.

"Clean efficient and great price to repair our deck damaged by a tree falling. "

Richard J on September 2025


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Juan P. Painting

4.87(
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Juan P. Painting

4.87(
61
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

Juan P. Painting has a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. We work with only the highest quality materials and experienced, licensed professionals. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience.

"Great job, reasonably priced. Did a really nice job and cleaned up afterwards. I rarely leave reviews but this professional was so amazing that I have to let everyone know!"

William R on November 2025

Juan P. Painting has a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. We work with only the highest quality materials and experienced, licensed professionals. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience.

"Great job, reasonably priced. Did a really nice job and cleaned up afterwards. I rarely leave reviews but this professional was so amazing that I have to let everyone know!"

William R on November 2025


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Home-Pro Handyman

5.00(
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Home-Pro Handyman

5.00(
12
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
35 years of experience

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your (PWC) needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Matt is good with communication. Did work for a fair price."

Paul D on April 2024

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your (PWC) needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Matt is good with communication. Did work for a fair price."

Paul D on April 2024


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House Doctors of Northern Illinois

5.00(
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House Doctors of Northern Illinois

5.00(
12
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At House Doctors of Northern Illinois, we provide reliable, professional handyman and home remodeling services designed to make maintaining and improving your home easy and stress-free. Whether you need small repairs, expert installations, or full-scale renovations, our skilled team delivers quality craftsmanship with honest communication and dependable service. We specialize in bathroom remodels, kitchen updates, basement finishing, tile installation, flooring, painting, carpentry, drywall repair, and general home maintenance. No project is too small—our goal is to help homeowners keep their properties safe, functional, and beautiful. Customers choose us for our timeliness, transparency, and commitment to doing the job right the first time. Every project is handled with care, attention to detail, and respect for your home. We are fully insured, provide upfront pricing, and stand behind our work.

"We used Eric and his team to give our house a complete face-lift...new kitchen, new bathrooms, wood floors, new doors, window framing, painting, can lights...I'm sure there is more that I am forgetting. They did AMAZING work! Eric and his guys are professional, the communication was great, the finishing touches elite, and the job was finished on the date he said it would be done (which is unheard of). I recommend Eric to all of my friends and I will continue to use him for projects that come up in our house. "

Brittany P on December 2025

At House Doctors of Northern Illinois, we provide reliable, professional handyman and home remodeling services designed to make maintaining and improving your home easy and stress-free. Whether you need small repairs, expert installations, or full-scale renovations, our skilled team delivers quality craftsmanship with honest communication and dependable service. We specialize in bathroom remodels, kitchen updates, basement finishing, tile installation, flooring, painting, carpentry, drywall repair, and general home maintenance. No project is too small—our goal is to help homeowners keep their properties safe, functional, and beautiful. Customers choose us for our timeliness, transparency, and commitment to doing the job right the first time. Every project is handled with care, attention to detail, and respect for your home. We are fully insured, provide upfront pricing, and stand behind our work.

"We used Eric and his team to give our house a complete face-lift...new kitchen, new bathrooms, wood floors, new doors, window framing, painting, can lights...I'm sure there is more that I am forgetting. They did AMAZING work! Eric and his guys are professional, the communication was great, the finishing touches elite, and the job was finished on the date he said it would be done (which is unheard of). I recommend Eric to all of my friends and I will continue to use him for projects that come up in our house. "

Brittany P on December 2025


NuAgain Deck and Fence Renewal, Inc.

4.50(
266
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NuAgain Deck and Fence Renewal, Inc.

4.50(
266
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
29 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With more than two decades of experience Nu Again Deck and Fence Renewal, Inc., is sure to exceed your expectations. Nu Again Deck and Fence Renewal, Inc., is one of, if not the only company in the area that specializes in deck cleaning and sealing.

"Excellent work on restoring paver walk and also staining decks. Very professional all the way around and best prices compared to other bids I obtained."

Gilbert J on October 2025

With more than two decades of experience Nu Again Deck and Fence Renewal, Inc., is sure to exceed your expectations. Nu Again Deck and Fence Renewal, Inc., is one of, if not the only company in the area that specializes in deck cleaning and sealing.

"Excellent work on restoring paver walk and also staining decks. Very professional all the way around and best prices compared to other bids I obtained."

Gilbert J on October 2025


My Property Masters

4.30(
154
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My Property Masters

4.30(
154
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
17 years of experience
Emergency services offered

My Property Masters Inc, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 10 years of experience serving Northlake and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Pipe broke and the whole kitchen had to be torn down to the studs and completely rebuilt. Installed new sound deading insulation new cabinets counter tops sink and faucet Plus installed new floor and snd trim They did a beautiful job and I will hire them again . They also cleaned up great "

Craig J on December 2025

My Property Masters Inc, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 10 years of experience serving Northlake and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Pipe broke and the whole kitchen had to be torn down to the studs and completely rebuilt. Installed new sound deading insulation new cabinets counter tops sink and faucet Plus installed new floor and snd trim They did a beautiful job and I will hire them again . They also cleaned up great "

Craig J on December 2025


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Luis Company Enterprises LLC

4.25(
12
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Luis Company Enterprises LLC

4.25(
12
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Excellent problem diagnosis. "

Rich P on July 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Excellent problem diagnosis. "

Rich P on July 2025


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99 Problems Handyman Services

4.43(
7
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Approved Pro

99 Problems Handyman Services

4.43(
7
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Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

"Joe did a great job installing our backsplash. He kept in contact about his ETA and updated us on the progress for the project. Good to work with and good tile install. "

Emily J on August 2025

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

"Joe did a great job installing our backsplash. He kept in contact about his ETA and updated us on the progress for the project. Good to work with and good tile install. "

Emily J on August 2025


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Rhodium Contractors

4.17(
6
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Rhodium Contractors

4.17(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
11 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Rhodium Contractors we specialize in indoor & outdoor home renovation, as well as general handymen work. We are strongly committed to providing high-quality work and customer service. We offer free estimates and will work with you side by side on every aspect along the way. We uphold a high standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call in today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"did a good job"

Alicia J on May 2024

At Rhodium Contractors we specialize in indoor & outdoor home renovation, as well as general handymen work. We are strongly committed to providing high-quality work and customer service. We offer free estimates and will work with you side by side on every aspect along the way. We uphold a high standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call in today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"did a good job"

Alicia J on May 2024


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Affordable Services 4 You

3.88(
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Affordable Services 4 You

3.88(
4
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Approved Pro
31 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Here at Affordable Services 4 You, we sustain our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects. We are experts in our trade, and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We can give you quality remodels at affordable prices.

"Marty does great work. I would hire him in a second."

Larry K on June 2017

Here at Affordable Services 4 You, we sustain our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects. We are experts in our trade, and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We can give you quality remodels at affordable prices.

"Marty does great work. I would hire him in a second."

Larry K on June 2017

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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Spindles on a deck may also be called balusters or pickets. While not as important to the structural support of the deck as the rail posts, they play a critical role in ensuring the deck is safe to use by closing in large gaps in the railing. For this reason, balusters must be no more than 4 inches away from one another.

Cutting the boards directly is one of the fastest ways to remove deck boards with hidden fasteners. Mark two parallel lines that are one-third of the total measurement on both ends and cut out the centerpiece. Then, remove the end of the board that doesn’t have a fastener. Finally, pry open the fastened side and pull it up to pop out the screw or access the fastener. This also allows you to salvage portions of boards for other projects.

By applying protective finishes and using durable materials that withstand weather and time.

Ipe wood can last up to 75 years with minimal maintenance because its own oils help to preserve it. However, to get the most out of your Ipe wood deck, you should perform some routine maintenance, including regular cleaning, sweeping of leaves and debris, and rinsing spills with a hose. It’s also important to repair any deep scratches as soon as you spot them and reseal the deck annually to protect against scratches and scuffs.

No, you don’t need a permit to repair and replace a few boards on an existing deck. However, if you’re making structural changes to the deck or tearing down the old one and building a new one, you will likely need a permit. Check with your local municipality for the regulations and rules in your area, or ask a local contractor who builds decks for advice.

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