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Upright Tree Service

5.00(
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Upright Tree Service

5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
16 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!

"Very responnsive. Able to get job done right. Good cleanup."

John S on November 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!

"Very responnsive. Able to get job done right. Good cleanup."

John S on November 2025


Novelty Builders, Inc.

5.00(
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Novelty Builders, Inc.

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

Our company prides itself on reliability, integrity and quality work. When Novelty Builders, Inc. is called, we make it a point to provide the highest level of customer service. We apply the same attention to detail regardless of project size or complexity. Whether you need a door installed or looking to build an extraordinary piece of custom furniture, Novelty Builders, Inc. is the company to call. We look forward to earning your business! Thank you!

"They have excellent attention to detail, good problem solvers, easy to work with and accommodating to the variables that happen in construction."

Brent . on January 2019

Our company prides itself on reliability, integrity and quality work. When Novelty Builders, Inc. is called, we make it a point to provide the highest level of customer service. We apply the same attention to detail regardless of project size or complexity. Whether you need a door installed or looking to build an extraordinary piece of custom furniture, Novelty Builders, Inc. is the company to call. We look forward to earning your business! Thank you!

"They have excellent attention to detail, good problem solvers, easy to work with and accommodating to the variables that happen in construction."

Brent . on January 2019


All Service Calls, LLC

4.98(
33
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All Service Calls, LLC

4.98(
33
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

Here at All Service Calls LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Timely and professional. Responsive and completed the job faster than expected with cleanup. "

Collin C on January 2025

Here at All Service Calls LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Timely and professional. Responsive and completed the job faster than expected with cleanup. "

Collin C on January 2025


Davidson Construction

4.96(
13
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Davidson Construction

4.96(
13
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Have used Scott for house maint. twice now and both times his work and value have been outstanding. This time he was able to correct a lousy job done with bathroom fan exhausts from a previous contractor. He highlighted everything wrong and corrected everything on the spot that day for excellent cost. Will definitely hire him again for any home maint. remodeling work."

Carlos R on October 2019

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Have used Scott for house maint. twice now and both times his work and value have been outstanding. This time he was able to correct a lousy job done with bathroom fan exhausts from a previous contractor. He highlighted everything wrong and corrected everything on the spot that day for excellent cost. Will definitely hire him again for any home maint. remodeling work."

Carlos R on October 2019


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Jack's Roofing & Siding, LLC

5.00(
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Jack's Roofing & Siding, LLC

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

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home improvement project as if it were our own. We offer a wide range of roofing expertise and experience to meet the specific needs of our clients. We specialize in a variety of roofing, to include asphalt shingle, traditional tile, natural slate, flat, foam, or single-ply. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home improvement project as if it were our own. We offer a wide range of roofing expertise and experience to meet the specific needs of our clients. We specialize in a variety of roofing, to include asphalt shingle, traditional tile, natural slate, flat, foam, or single-ply. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!


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Everything House Construction

4.62(
34
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Everything House Construction

4.62(
34
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

We're a customer service oriented business providing great quality at reasonable prices. Our #1 goal is customer satisfaction. Being in business for over a decade, our staff is knowledgeable, reliable, and a great resource available to you. Please give us a call and see what we can do for you. Our current clients have called on us again and again. Hope to hear from you soon. -Marco (Owner)

"Good value and good communication. Marco was able to start our re-decking project early due to weather conditions. He was very flexible with respect to keeping costs low, but refused to sacrifice quality. Late on a Friday he ran out of full length boards, and even though Iâ d approved allowing him to piece boards together, he decided to go back and get more wood since he didnâ t think weâ d be satisfied with the end result. He did this even though he knew it would delay the start of his weekend. Weâ re very pleased with the end result! Weâ ve recommended him to a number of people in the homeowners association."

Cathy D on May 2023

We're a customer service oriented business providing great quality at reasonable prices. Our #1 goal is customer satisfaction. Being in business for over a decade, our staff is knowledgeable, reliable, and a great resource available to you. Please give us a call and see what we can do for you. Our current clients have called on us again and again. Hope to hear from you soon. -Marco (Owner)

"Good value and good communication. Marco was able to start our re-decking project early due to weather conditions. He was very flexible with respect to keeping costs low, but refused to sacrifice quality. Late on a Friday he ran out of full length boards, and even though Iâ d approved allowing him to piece boards together, he decided to go back and get more wood since he didnâ t think weâ d be satisfied with the end result. He did this even though he knew it would delay the start of his weekend. Weâ re very pleased with the end result! Weâ ve recommended him to a number of people in the homeowners association."

Cathy D on May 2023


"Top quality in every metric - design, preparation, construction, clean-up and timeliness of completion We are very happy with Woodridge Deck."

J. F on April 2021

We are the premier high-end custom deck builder in Cook County. If you are ready to get a custom deck for your home, Woodridge Deck & Gazebo Co., can do the job from start to finish.

"Top quality in every metric - design, preparation, construction, clean-up and timeliness of completion We are very happy with Woodridge Deck."

J. F on April 2021


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Daspl LLC

5.00(
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Daspl LLC

5.00(
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Approved Pro
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

DASPL - Decks/ Porches At DASPL, we specialize in all aspects of outdoor living: from repairing existing decks, porches to constructing new custom structures. We also offer professional weather-resistant finish for decks, patios, and more. Whether you're refreshing worn boards, reinforcing foundations or designing a brand-new outdoor space, our experienced team delivers quality craftsmanship, transparent communication, and attention to every detail. We're committed to turning your vision into a stylish, functional, and long-lasting outdoor oasis. - Tailored plans to fit your style & budget - Committed to quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction Let DASPL build or restore your dream outdoor space-contact us today for a free estimate!

"Great people, great job!"

William P on December 2025

DASPL - Decks/ Porches At DASPL, we specialize in all aspects of outdoor living: from repairing existing decks, porches to constructing new custom structures. We also offer professional weather-resistant finish for decks, patios, and more. Whether you're refreshing worn boards, reinforcing foundations or designing a brand-new outdoor space, our experienced team delivers quality craftsmanship, transparent communication, and attention to every detail. We're committed to turning your vision into a stylish, functional, and long-lasting outdoor oasis. - Tailored plans to fit your style & budget - Committed to quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction Let DASPL build or restore your dream outdoor space-contact us today for a free estimate!

"Great people, great job!"

William P on December 2025


TD Burrell D&S

4.38(
13
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Approved Pro

TD Burrell D&S

4.38(
13
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime once you see our quality work. We're passionate about delivering an exceptional experience. When you hire us, you're hiring a team of professionals who are trained and skilled to deliver lasting value to your home. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"We engaged Tom Burrell of TD Burrel D&S for a deck renovation project that involved updating an aging wooden deck with TimberTech composite decking. From the outset, Tom demonstrated exceptional craftsmanship, creative spirit, and a deep understanding of the materials. We selected Tom due to his expertise and experience with TimberTech, his competitive pricing, and his flexibility with the project scope. We received quotes from three other deck companies, all of which were more expensive and less accommodating. Tom was thorough, detailed, flexible, patient, and kind. We recommend Tom and his work, however, a few considerations to keep in mind: 1. Our project was planned for 2023 but was ultimately delayed into 2024 due to unforeseen financial circumstances and impacts from other projects. Though unplanned and unfortunate, Tom maintained consistent communication with us throughout this period. 2. Tom operates mostly as a one-man team. While this is reflected in his lower overhead costs, it also means that the project pace will likely be slower compared to companies with larger teams. Our project was initially scheduled for a few weeks but ultimately took several months to complete due to necessary structural corrections, additions to the work order, intermittent issues with equipment and weather. 3. We recommend proactively asking about potential incremental costs for any changes in scope and stipulating that any updates be discussed and agreed upon in writing before implementation. For our specific project, corrections were necessary to the existing deck structure and additional items were discussed and added to the work. This resulted in the final project cost exceeding our initial budget expectation. While these changes were required and requested, discussions regarding the additional costs occurred late in the project. Keeping all parties aligned on scope and cost will help avoid any surprises and make finalizing the project easier. Despite these considerations, Tom is committed, easy to work with, and delivered a beautiful deck that our family will enjoy for many years to come."

Rebecca L on December 2024

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime once you see our quality work. We're passionate about delivering an exceptional experience. When you hire us, you're hiring a team of professionals who are trained and skilled to deliver lasting value to your home. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"We engaged Tom Burrell of TD Burrel D&S for a deck renovation project that involved updating an aging wooden deck with TimberTech composite decking. From the outset, Tom demonstrated exceptional craftsmanship, creative spirit, and a deep understanding of the materials. We selected Tom due to his expertise and experience with TimberTech, his competitive pricing, and his flexibility with the project scope. We received quotes from three other deck companies, all of which were more expensive and less accommodating. Tom was thorough, detailed, flexible, patient, and kind. We recommend Tom and his work, however, a few considerations to keep in mind: 1. Our project was planned for 2023 but was ultimately delayed into 2024 due to unforeseen financial circumstances and impacts from other projects. Though unplanned and unfortunate, Tom maintained consistent communication with us throughout this period. 2. Tom operates mostly as a one-man team. While this is reflected in his lower overhead costs, it also means that the project pace will likely be slower compared to companies with larger teams. Our project was initially scheduled for a few weeks but ultimately took several months to complete due to necessary structural corrections, additions to the work order, intermittent issues with equipment and weather. 3. We recommend proactively asking about potential incremental costs for any changes in scope and stipulating that any updates be discussed and agreed upon in writing before implementation. For our specific project, corrections were necessary to the existing deck structure and additional items were discussed and added to the work. This resulted in the final project cost exceeding our initial budget expectation. While these changes were required and requested, discussions regarding the additional costs occurred late in the project. Keeping all parties aligned on scope and cost will help avoid any surprises and make finalizing the project easier. Despite these considerations, Tom is committed, easy to work with, and delivered a beautiful deck that our family will enjoy for many years to come."

Rebecca L on December 2024


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Best Home Enhancements

5.00(
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Best Home Enhancements

5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
14 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

🏠 Best Home Enhancements At Best Home Enhancements, we proudly serve the great state of Illinois with top-quality interior and exterior remodeling services. From windows, and decks, to kitchen and bathroom upgrades and more — our skilled team delivers craftsmanship you can trust and results you’ll love. 💪✨ Transforming houses into dream homes — one project at a time. 🔨🏡

"Beat Home Enhancements did an amazing job painting four rooms in our remodel. They were on time, professional, careful with our home, and the finished work looks fantastic — clean lines, smooth walls, and great attention to detail. Highly recommend! "

Jillian D on January 2026

🏠 Best Home Enhancements At Best Home Enhancements, we proudly serve the great state of Illinois with top-quality interior and exterior remodeling services. From windows, and decks, to kitchen and bathroom upgrades and more — our skilled team delivers craftsmanship you can trust and results you’ll love. 💪✨ Transforming houses into dream homes — one project at a time. 🔨🏡

"Beat Home Enhancements did an amazing job painting four rooms in our remodel. They were on time, professional, careful with our home, and the finished work looks fantastic — clean lines, smooth walls, and great attention to detail. Highly recommend! "

Jillian D on January 2026

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FAQs for deck or porch projects in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, IL homeowners’ guide to decks or porches

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.