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Deck Building & Repair in Chicago, IL

Compare 6 local deck building & repair pros. Typical service: $40–$80.

Top Deck Building & Repair Companies in Chicago

  1. 1.Vista Porch Builders & Contractors

    5.0★ (40 reviews)

    5.0★ from 40 reviews

    +13129404950Website

  2. 2.Chicago Premier Roofing

    4.7★ (47 reviews)

    4.7★ from 47 reviews

    +13124381793Website

  3. 3.Kovval Deck Builder & Porch Builders

    4.9★ (39 reviews)

    4.9★ from 39 reviews

    +17738628193Website

  4. 4.WINDY CITY FIX IT

    4.9★ (17 reviews)

    4.9★ from 17 reviews

    +18723067641Website

  5. 5.Chicago Deck Builders

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

    +13128183687Website

  6. 6.Deck & Porch Pro Chicago

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

    +13124095492Website

Deck Building & Repair Cost in Chicago

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Chicago
Pressure-treated wood deck, installed$40–$80/sq ft
Composite deck, installed$66–$120/sq ft

Deck Building & Repair prices in Chicago run about 33% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving Chicago, rated 4.9★ on average across 153 customer reviews.

Chicago Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Chicago's weather means for scheduling deck building & repair.

Last spring frost
April 11
First fall frost
October 27
Annual precipitation
39.09"
Heating degree days
5,989
Cooling degree days
1,045
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan18.2°31.5°2.06"
Feb21.7°35.8°1.94"
Mar30.9°46.8°2.72"
Apr41.7°59.2°3.64"
May51.6°70.2°4.13"
Jun62.1°79.9°4.06"
Jul67.5°84.2°4.01"
Aug66.2°82.1°3.99"
Sep57.5°75.3°3.31"
Oct45.7°62.8°3.24"
Nov34.5°48.6°3.42"
Dec22.7°35.3°2.57"

NOAA station data 5.14 miles from Chicago.

Permits & Regulations in IL

  • Illinois has no statewide handyman or general contractor license; licensing and registration are municipal
  • Chicago and many suburbs require local contractor registration for permitted work
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: No state handyman license; local contractor licensing

Sources: idfpr.illinois.gov

Deck Building & Repair FAQs for Chicago

How much does it cost to build a deck in Chicago?

A pressure-treated wood deck in Chicago typically runs $40-$80 per square foot installed; composite costs more.

How many deck builders serve Chicago?

We track 6 deck builders serving Chicago.

Is deck building in Chicago more expensive than average?

Carpentry labor in Chicago runs about +32.8% versus the national average.

Do I need a permit to build a deck in Chicago, IL?

In IL, Illinois has no statewide handyman or general contractor license; licensing and registration are municipal. Most Chicago decks attached to the house or raised off the ground need a building permit and footing inspection.

Wood or composite decking in Chicago?

With about 39.09 inches of rain a year in Chicago, wood needs sealing every couple of years; composite costs more up front but skips that upkeep.

Does composite decking get hot in Chicago?

It can -- with summer highs near 84F in Chicago, lighter colors and capped composite stay noticeably cooler underfoot.

How many quotes should I get for a deck in Chicago?

Three is typical; with 6 deck builders serving Chicago, compare the framing lumber, footings and railing included, not just the decking boards.

When is the best time to build a deck in Chicago?

Builders in Chicago book up in spring; signing in late fall or winter often means a better slot, and footings can be poured whenever the ground is not frozen.