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Avatar for Cloudland Reflections LLC
Cloudland Reflections LLC
4.7(
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Serving Waukesha, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"During the construction of the sun porch stairs, I brought to Michael's attention the unstable flooring inside the unheated sun porch, which lacked a proper foundation. In one corner, there was a large bouncy area. He removed the carpet and discovered that the joists had detached from the support beams. Michael reattached the joists, installed a new subfloor, and replaced the carpet, making it look and feel new and strong. This repair, which was not part of the original estimate, cost an additional $885. He performed the repair ingeniously from the inside of the house, without removing any siding. Additionally, Michael built the stairs and railings out of cedar and stained them. Although the same stain color was used, the two different types of wood resulted in a bright orange color that did not match our fence and backyard deck. I nervously contacted him about the discrepancy, and he fixed it. He explained that a darker stain could not simply be applied over the penetrating oil stain, so he had to sand it all off. He completed this extra work at no additional cost, despite our offers to pay him and his crew for their efforts. He insisted it was his responsibility to correct the mistake. He was very professional . He was a very good worker . Good worker and he was very honest and I would hire him again. I`m willing to pay for quality work, and he is definitely high quality work. He was always on time. He was always in good communication with us."
Remodeling - General Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Painting - Interior Project

+186

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Loft Remodeling and Architectural Salvage, LLC
4.4(
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Serving Waukesha, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Loft remodeling did an absolutely wonderful job building our deck. Mike, the owner, was dependable and was actually $800 below estimate. Mike also built in certain details that only a real craftsman could accomplish. Heâ s an incredible builder who I would recommend to anyone and will definitely use again."
Full Kitchen Remodel in Lake Zurich, IL
Kitchen Remodel in Lake Zurich, IL
Before the kitchen remodel
New laundry room with new back door
Dog shower in new laundry room

+26

Response time9 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Kirch Improvements LLC
4.9(
128
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Serving Waukesha, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kirch installed a deck for an above ground pool including stairs, rails, and gate. They were extremely easy to work with, responsive, and provided ideas for the project. The quote was competitive and I never had to worry about anything. I felt very confident with the work and staff. Even my kids said that they were nice!! The deck looks amazing and is built with high quality materials that will last a life time. Communication was constant. They did lots of different things to make it look great including picture frame border, lining the deck under the pool edge and other nice touches"
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Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Superior Improvements
4.8(
49
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Serving Waukesha, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent work and customer service at a top price. They charged $325 to install exterior doors, $135 for storm door, and $100 to repair a storm door.
Scott came out on a Saturday morning to give us an estimate, answered all our questions, and guided us in how to purchase our doors as well as knobs/locks. We got our home doors from Lowe's but the garage service door was an odd size; we were able to purchase this through Superior.
They picked up our doors from Lowes and brought them to us and installed them mostly in one day--finishing up a couple hours the next day. Near our back door there was a gap where the door was separating from the flooring and they fixed this. Back storm door was getting crooked so they re-hung this. Above and beyond--saw our doorbell wasn't working and fixed that right away at no extra cost. After the winter the front exterior door wasn't clicking into place so we called them. They were seeing much of this shifting with the especially cold winter and they came and fixed it for free.
Everything looks great, sealed very nicely. Almost no drafts at all in winter compared to much drafting with old doors.
Between Superior's cost of $1,414 and buying the doors and pieces at Lowe's, the entire door replacement job came to less than $3,000--incredible given that WeatherTight had come door to door one day and quoted us $7,800 for a similar job. We saw similar prices to these on some of the big name door/window company reviews.
I recommended them to my parents and it appears they did an excellent job for them as well!
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Watry Homes LLC
4.8(
403
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Serving Waukesha, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was cleaning out my gutters when I noticed that some were bent which was leading to leaves and anything else getting stuck in them. Also along the back of my house there was a hole causing water to leak out. I made the call on Friday to Watry Homes and as of yesterday they are fixed. It took maybe two hours or so to get the hole covered and to bend the gutter back into shape. I also got a quote for my siding while they were they so that when I am ready I can get both things replaced. I can not say enough about Scott who came out and did a great job of letting me know what was needed and  what I would be looking at in terms of fixing now vs replacing. A lot of times a company will try to just say you need everything new when that may not be the case. Which makes me feel good to now yet again I made a great choice."
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HardiPlank and Hardie Shakes
All Hardie Shakes
HardiPlank and Hardie Shakes
HardiPlank Siding

+14

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Righteous Handyman LLC
4.5(
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Serving Waukesha, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ryan was really great at what he accomplished. The carpentry of new stairs in an old house involves a lot of problem solving and puzzle work. I'm really pleased with how they turned out. Ryan is very friendly, professional and made sure the job was done well and cleaned up when he left each day. He was good at troubleshooting problems that came up and we worked around issues that had to be redesigned so the job could be completed within both of our timeframes."
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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JJB Home Improvements LLC
4.7(
183
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Serving Waukesha, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew worked tirelessly on our 1903 bungalow near the lake. They encountered issues with the framing and the old construction, but came up with smart solutions and provided a strong, properly built, and beautiful staircase. Joe kept us in the loop and up to speed on progress and his thoughts on how to overcome issues. The plumbers were great as well. He coordinated with the City for service shut-offs. The plumbing looks and functions great."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
Berger's Table Pad Factory
4.8(
1,345
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Serving Waukesha, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Within about a week of ordering it, a package arrived with outline paper. Essentially our job was to outline half the table and the two leafs (we were pleasantly surprised these could be added for a relatively modest amount - I think $12) In addition, they asked for the table company and any serial or model number. About two or three weeks later, right as promised, the package arrived. Our measurements were accurate as the pads fit perfectly. The quality is great. Now the pads are on the table, which looks great, and will be covered by a table cloth with we have formal dinners."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Mudslingers
4.4(
185
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Serving Waukesha, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The experience was overall excellent, except after it was done I started to question the price and I noticed a few other things that make me grade slightly lower on both price and quality. I should have gotten more quotes, but I had already spent $129 for the one room. I did have a lot of issues and they had to replace a pretty large area of drywall in my hallway. I can’t grade them poorly on price, when I didn’t get more quotes and I didn’t question it until after the work was done and I had paid him. Chris (the owner) did say that he was willing to work with me on price, so I would take him up on that negotiation next time. I was naïve about the price before the project started. As far as quality, the color of the wood trim they replaced around my furnace chimney does not match the rest of the woodwork on the chimney. I have dark wood, and they stained it a bit lighter than that. I said it was acceptable, so it's my fault for not liking it as much after they left. When the sun hits it just right, I can really see the difference in color. But, like I said, it's my fault for saying it was ok. The craftsmanship on replacing that piece of trim was excellent. It looks beautiful, except the color being a bit off. The painter who did the painting afterwards found a couple areas where texture spray is missing and said there was texture spray on my ceiling fan blades facing the ceiling. He only mentioned that, because he didn’t want me to think he did it. I haven’t looked at the blades myself, but I believe him. The painter also pointed out a slight crack forming already near my chimney. I’ve already talked with the owner Chris about that and Chris said he’d come out and look at it. We haven’t made the appointment yet, but Chris seemed concerned about it and will stand behind his work. I’m not sure what’s going on there, because Mudslingers really did a thorough job replacing the drywall around my chimney. I was surprised to see the crack, as well. Overall the cleanup by Mudslingers was very thorough. I was able to comfortably move around my house during the project, which I wasn’t expecting to be able to do. My house looks 100% times better now than it did before Mudslingers repaired the walls. The owner (Chris), his son, and the 3rd worker were all very professional, nice, and they seemed to know what they were doing. His son even fixed a crack in my hallway that I hadn't even noticed. So I appreciated their being proactive while they worked. I trusted them with a key to my home and they used it responsibly. I would hire them again, but I would get a few quotes, just to compare prices. I didn't get more quotes because I had already invested $129 through Angie's List to hire them."
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings installation and replacement projects in Waukesha, WI

Pressure-treated lumber is the most inexpensive deck railing material. It's a cost-effective option that offers a good balance of durability and affordability for budget-conscious homeowners. Pressure-treated wood meets essential safety standards while keeping upfront costs low. In contrast, vinyl, polyurethane, and composite materials tend to be more expensive but offer additional aesthetic and maintenance benefits.

To calculate how much deck railing you need, measure the length of all the edges of your deck where railings are required (excluding any openings or areas bordered by the house). Since precise measurements are crucial, it's a good idea to hire a professional. Contractors have the expertise to accurately measure and install your deck railings.

In most cases, safety standards require railings on steps with more than four risers, steps wider than 44 inches, and decks over 30 inches high, measured from the next level down.

Railings should also be between 34 and 38 inches tall. Regulations can vary based on your location, so it's important to check your local building codes or consult a local contractor. There are also rules about the size of the gaps between pickets and between the bottom of the railing and the deck.

Before installing a railing on your front porch, you'll need to check local permitting requirements. Local building authorities may have specific codes that require a permit—or, in some cases, no permit at all. Reviewing your city's guidelines and consulting a qualified professional will help ensure your project meets all legal and safety standards, preventing any unexpected issues during inspections.

Deciding whether to repair or replace your deck railings depends on the extent of the damage and whether you can match new materials to the old ones. If you have minor issues, repair might be an option. However, when it's challenging to match existing materials, replacing the railings can give your deck a fresh start and reset its lifespan. A decking expert can assess your railings and recommend the best course of action to improve safety and maintain a cohesive look.

The Waukesha, WI homeowners’ guide to wood stairs and railings installations and replacements

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