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Avatar for O'Rourke Deck Services, LLC
O'Rourke Deck Services, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My wife and I finally made the right decision when selecting a contractor! We?ve had some bad experiences in the past but we couldn?t be happier that we decided to go with Orourke deck for our deck project. They made the whole process effortless for us and our new composite deck is beautiful! Thanks again guys!"
Riverside TREX Transcend
Clarendon Hills TREX Transcend
Western Red Cedar
Response time1 day
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Sal's Power Washing
4.5(
97
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Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Review by Andy in Woodridge, IL I would recomend Sal's team his men where on time 1st day power washed our deck and 2nd day painted the deck it looks great very happy"
cedar home
cedar home
STEE MILL SOOT
STEE MILL SOOT
MOLD/MOSS/MILDEW

+20

29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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M & M Roofing
4.7(
109
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Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We had our chimney tuck pointed and a roof put on the house. The old roof wasn’t torn down this it wasn’t in real bad shape and there was only one layer on. The work was all done in one day and everything was cleaned up when they left."
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Belmont Builders
4.6(
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Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Belmont to repair a covered deck where one corner had sagged. The owner, Adam, was quick to provide an estimate. His estimate was detailed and showed that he understood the root cause (concrete block footing vs 42" pier now required under code). I agreed with his repair approach. Adam and his team did a great job on the repair, there were no surprises and deck and roof are now level. His main carpenter Ivan was especially good, meticulous. I am very happy with Belmont and would hire them again."
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Stairs Project
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+81

34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Slip Proof Safety, Inc.
4.1(
104
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Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Frank and his crew completely gutted and rebuilt our powder room in a timely manner. We could not be more pleased with our renovation and highly recommend them. We would give them a six star rating if possible for their professionalism and skills. Thank you Slip Proof!"
Removing tub for a new shower base
Tub to Shower conversion w heavy-duty grabbars
 Before walk-in tub, removing original tub
Replaced standard tub w walk-in tub
 Before walk-in tub

+26

Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Stringer Power Washing, LLC
4.7(
16
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Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kenneth Stringer did a great job on powerwashing, painting/staining my deck. He is reliable and a pleasure to work with. I recommend him and would do business with him again."
John's stamp drive way
John's stamp drive way
John's stamp drive way
Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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IRONANDSTONE
4.3(
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Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

"Antonio did a fantastic job on my Pavers. Everything from the quoting experience, to the actual project completion was first-class. You’re in good hands with Iron and Stone"
Modern Front Walkway
Modern Front Walkway
Modern Front Walkway
Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rhodium Contractors
4.3(
7
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Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Moises and his crew again . Once again they came thru with flying colors. My Fiancà © and I could not be happier. Clean , efficient, and excellent quality of work performed ."
Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Building codes for deck railings can vary by location, so it's important to consult your local regulations before construction. Generally, a guardrail is required for any deck that is more than 30 inches above the ground.

For residential properties, the standard minimum height for a deck railing is 36 inches. However, some states and municipalities have stricter requirements; for example, California and Washington mandate railings that are at least 42 inches high. Therefore, a 42-inch railing is not considered too high and may be required in your area or chosen voluntarily for additional safety.

In addition to height requirements, codes also specify other safety features, such as the maximum spacing between balusters to ensure they are close enough to prevent a child from squeezing through.

While experienced DIYers may take on the challenge, hiring a licensed professional is often the best route, especially for larger or elevated structures. A local deck contractor is typically the best pro for the job, as they have specialized experience and are knowledgeable about local building codes, ensuring your deck is built safely and designed to last. Other professionals who can build a deck include general contractors and carpenters, who may be more readily available in some regions.

Yes. Freestanding or floating decks are exactly what the name implies—structures with their own support beams. You can build a deck yourself and place it next to a house for the illusion of a connected deck without the hassle. Or you can construct it in a separate part of your yard for a dedicated outdoor entertainment space. For the purpose of removing a freestanding deck, the steps are the same as an attached deck, but you don’t have to cut the deck away from the home.

The “best” material is in the eye of the beholder, as each common decking material boasts its pros and cons. Poured concrete is the best budget-friendly option, but composite wood brings high-grade aesthetics without breaking the bank. Wood is the most traditional material, but it requires more maintenance than some other materials. In other words, do your research before settling on a deck material to find the one that’s best for your pool.

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.

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