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

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I can not express how good this company is! They worked very hard to get my stairs the way they should be. They exceeded my expectations! This staircase is WAY better than the original! They are very nice and professional. If you need any projects done, hands down, this is who you should hire!"
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(
39
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Serving Waukesha, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

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

"We contacted John from Kirch Improvements on February 4, 2019. He replied immediately, met with us at our home promptly and on time, presentation of materials and workmanship was very professional, answered all questions and sent a detailed estimate within days. Our wood deck was removed and the new Azek deck was installed in one day. Workmanship was excellent. We would highly recommend Kirch Improvements."
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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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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

"JJB was great from start to finish. They were responsive to our initial inquiry, responded to any all all questions in a timely manner, did great work, and everything was completed (site visit, quote, adjustments to plans and cost, and all of the actual work) in less than one month's time! We wanted to change a barn door setup that was separating a bedroom from a bathroom into a pocket door, and they handled closing off the wall and installing the new door. We also worked with them to get both sides of the wall (and the rest of the bedroom walls) painted. Finally, they helped with some floor repairs due to wood underneath the carpet having caved in in a few small spots."
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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 days of purchasing the deal, I received the instructions and paper to draw my table templates. The table has 2 drop leaves plus 2 additional leaves that can be inserted in the table. The templates were pretty easy to draw. The finished pads were delivered in a very short time. They fit the table and each of the 4 leaves perfectly and magnetically lock together to keep them aligned when on the table. A year and a half later, I still love these pads."
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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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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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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