Top 10 Deck Builders in Ottawa, IL
Top questions to ask before hiring a deck builder
A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.
Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?
Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.
First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.
Recent reviews for Ottawa Deck Contractors
Matthew was great! I needed flooring, trim, drywall repair, and painting done on a rental property. Matther was very easy to work with, professional, ON TIME, and completed the work ahead of schedule. I will absolutely be using Matthews services again.
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Everything You Need to Know About Ottawa Deck Builders
Will Decking Services work in Ottawa require permits, inspections, special licenses, etc.?
Whether you’re deck contractor job is in Ottawa or any other city, you're going to want to do a bit of research before hiring deck contractors. Even small jobs may have certain regulations around them. Often, the deck contractor performing the work will have any required permits, inspections, etc. under control, but not always. Short answer: Research yourself and double check with the decking services folks that everything is in order.
How many deck contractors does Ottawa have?
There are around 47 companies throughout Ottawa to help you with your next decking services job.
- 11 of them have an A or A+ rating from Better Business Bureau.
- deck contractor companies in Ottawa have an average rating of 1.00/5.
What should I check for once my Deck Contractor in Ottawa has finished working?
Every decking services project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any decking services company has told you they've finished the job:
- Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with decking services work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
- Ask the deck contractor to describe what they did. Whether your decking services project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
- Compare the description provided on your decking services project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
- Request that the deck contractor do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.
All Deck Builders in Ottawa, IL
Latest projects near Ottawa
Within a month
Repair deck
Railings, Deck surface
Water damage, Structural issues
Minor
Wood
Wood
No
No, pro must provide materials
No
Within a month
Install a new or completely replace a fence
I want another type of fence
Vinyl or PVC
Yes
I'll remove it
300-500 feet
4-6 feet
3 or more
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them
I'm flexible
Install a new or completely replace a fence
I want another type of fence
Vinyl or PVC
No
100-200 feet
4-6 feet
1
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them
I'm flexible
Deck
150-300 sq. ft.
I'm not sure
Previously stained
10 - 20 years
I'm flexible
Deck
300-500 sq. ft.
I'm not sure
Previously stained
10 - 20 years
Within a month
Build new deck
No, but I know what I want.
250 to 500 square feet
Wood, Composite
Wood
Disability access improvements
Something else
No, pro must provide the materials
Within a month
Deck
Less than 150 sq. ft.
wood
Previously painted
One
10 - 20 years
Within 48 hours
Deck, patio or porch
Porch
Wood
Stairs and railings, Guardrails and balusters, Decking / porch surface
Rotting, cracked or missing boards, Loose or wobbly
No
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them
Within a week
Build new deck
No, I want to discuss it with a professional
I haven't decided
Waterproof polymer or epoxy membrane, Looking for advice
Looking for advice
Structural support for hot tub, Something else
Deck lighting
No, pro must provide the materials