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Elite Custom Fencing

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Elite Custom Fencing

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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Locally operated and Amish owned!

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Locally operated and Amish owned!

CEM Home Repair

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CEM Home Repair

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7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 20 years of experience, CEM Home Repair we pride ourselves 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 task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

With over 20 years of experience, CEM Home Repair we pride ourselves 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 task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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midwest custom fencing

4.80(
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midwest custom fencing

4.80(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
20 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

We take great pride in our Fencing experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"I’ve hired them but am putting off the deck refurbishing until next spring. I can give a better rating when the project is completed "

Kathy P on October 2025

We take great pride in our Fencing experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"I’ve hired them but am putting off the deck refurbishing until next spring. I can give a better rating when the project is completed "

Kathy P on October 2025

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1600 Contracting LLC

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1600 Contracting LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

1600 Contracting LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"He did a great job in my garage. Cleaned and sealed the shelves and pressure washed the concrete floor, painted the walls and the shelves. He was very patient with me choosing the right color. I love the result! Highly recommend. "

Rachel N on November 2025

1600 Contracting LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"He did a great job in my garage. Cleaned and sealed the shelves and pressure washed the concrete floor, painted the walls and the shelves. He was very patient with me choosing the right color. I love the result! Highly recommend. "

Rachel N on November 2025

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Exclusive Masonry & Construction

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Exclusive Masonry & Construction

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1404 local quotes requested

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!

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!

Mr Fix It 911

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Mr Fix It 911

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

With 20yrs Experience our Company can provide you with your handyman needs. We work with Maintenance Co. who provide Services with Companies like Old Navy, J-jill, and Dollar Tree, CVS Pharmacy and Many more. Call Me Today for a 10% discount on a wood or aluminum fence. Free Estimate.

With 20yrs Experience our Company can provide you with your handyman needs. We work with Maintenance Co. who provide Services with Companies like Old Navy, J-jill, and Dollar Tree, CVS Pharmacy and Many more. Call Me Today for a 10% discount on a wood or aluminum fence. Free Estimate.

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LL Skyline Contract

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LL Skyline Contract

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5 years of experience

We at LL Skyline provide a unique service. We provide maintenance and cleaning to both individual and business clients. We offer everything maintenance, cleaning, and landscaping. Ask for references! Every cleaning product we use is custom made for each client and is never used for another client. We charge based on the job and budget of the client. This system allows us to give the best quality service for cheaper than any other company. We believe anyone should have access to professional maintenance and cleaning no matter their budget. While our company is new, we have been professionals for over 10 years. We go above and beyond so you can spend more time doing whats important to you.

We at LL Skyline provide a unique service. We provide maintenance and cleaning to both individual and business clients. We offer everything maintenance, cleaning, and landscaping. Ask for references! Every cleaning product we use is custom made for each client and is never used for another client. We charge based on the job and budget of the client. This system allows us to give the best quality service for cheaper than any other company. We believe anyone should have access to professional maintenance and cleaning no matter their budget. While our company is new, we have been professionals for over 10 years. We go above and beyond so you can spend more time doing whats important to you.

Hays Construction Co.

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Hays Construction Co.

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Brooks Creek Cedar

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Brooks Creek Cedar

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Customers say: Quality work
25 years of experience

Brooks Creek is a family-owned and operated company specializing in custom cedar fencing, decks, pergolas, arbors, and trellises. In addition, we also install high-quality aluminum and vinyl fencing along with composite and vinyl decking. For the builders and customers who want to "do-it-yourself" we offer custom beams, timbers, and reclaimed lumber. Our primary service region covers Central Illinois. We are a third generation fencing company with our roots tracing back to the early 1940's. Brooks Creek strives to offer the finest products at affordable prices.

"We have used Brook's Creek on two different fencing jobs. The first was an aluminum fence for our dog 40' x 100' in the back. The second was a cedar fence down the property line. The crew chief was the same on both jobs and he, as well as the workers, were very professional as well as working fast and continuously. They cleaned up after the job and helped with the dirt removed from the post holes. I highly recommend this company! I have recommended this company to 3 of the neighbors in our addition and all there have purchased fencing from them."

Jon W on February 2023

Brooks Creek is a family-owned and operated company specializing in custom cedar fencing, decks, pergolas, arbors, and trellises. In addition, we also install high-quality aluminum and vinyl fencing along with composite and vinyl decking. For the builders and customers who want to "do-it-yourself" we offer custom beams, timbers, and reclaimed lumber. Our primary service region covers Central Illinois. We are a third generation fencing company with our roots tracing back to the early 1940's. Brooks Creek strives to offer the finest products at affordable prices.

"We have used Brook's Creek on two different fencing jobs. The first was an aluminum fence for our dog 40' x 100' in the back. The second was a cedar fence down the property line. The crew chief was the same on both jobs and he, as well as the workers, were very professional as well as working fast and continuously. They cleaned up after the job and helped with the dirt removed from the post holes. I highly recommend this company! I have recommended this company to 3 of the neighbors in our addition and all there have purchased fencing from them."

Jon W on February 2023

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Cedar Creations

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Cedar Creations

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17 years of experience

We provide unrivaled quality in exterior carpentry. Simple and extraordinary, we want to make your dream a reality.

We provide unrivaled quality in exterior carpentry. Simple and extraordinary, we want to make your dream a reality.

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FAQs for deck or porch projects in Decatur, IL

To maximize your budget, compare quotes of several builders that fit within your specifications. Don’t be afraid to draw a wider geographic circle if the contractor is willing to travel without charging more. But affordability only matters if you get a quality deck out of it.

Cutting corners or simply finding the cheapest pro could result in significant problems. The materials used may be cheap and rot quickly. The support the surface provides might be unstable and dangerous. Always consider the long-term costs and benefits of quality work. Paying less upfront may actually be more expensive if you consider the cost of repairs.

Deciding on which materials you should use depends entirely on the type of deck you’re looking for. Composite works well for a simple surface exposed to harsh elements, while concrete is the standard choice for many patios. Your decking material options can range from wood to aluminum. Learn about the pros and cons of these materials to make the right decision.

You can build a deck during any season, which is why choosing the right time for this project depends on your preferences:

  • Spring: get your deck ready in time for landscaping and to enjoy it throughout the warmer seasons.

  • Summer: use spring for the planning process, then get the project ready before it gets cold out.

  • Fall: Limit turf or landscape damage by building once most plants begin to recede.

  • Winter: make the excavation process easier, thanks to cold and firm ground.

Many deck builders prefer winter, which is also the season with the shortest waiting queues. Still, other seasons are far from impossible for this type of project.

Expect a thorough examination of the space, and the development of a project schedule. Delivery of materials might already have occurred or could be planned at this point.

Additional research about working with deck builders can help you understand what to expect from experts, and what they expect from you.

Make sure the site of the deck or patio is clear of any landscaping and debris. The contractor will also call a utilities locator service to mark power, water, cable, and other services around the area where they will be digging. The cleaner the area your builder has to work with, the more quickly they can get started. Make sure they have space to park any construction vehicles. Find a dry space for materials that might need storage during the install. Finally, ensure clear access to the site through your house or property.

When it comes to the DIY vs. hire a pro decision for your deck, the answer tends to be clear. Only take it on yourself if you have significant expertise and experience. Without either, you risk building a faulty exterior space, leading to injury risks. Projects built without necessary expertise also break more quickly, making them more expensive in the long run.

If you do want to take on decking as a DIY project, be sure to do your research. Learn about installing the posts and footing for your framing. Understand how to lay decking boards and build the railings and stairs you need for access and security.

The Decatur, IL homeowners’ guide to decks or porches

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