Deck Design & Installation
Deck design and installation can be complicated. The typically designing, planning, and installing timeline takes about 6 months. Installing a deck, landing or raised walkway can be a great way to create a new space to enjoy in your yard or garden!
We are experts in designing and installing a deck or landing custom suited for your lifestyle and budget. As you begin to think about a new deck or landing, be sure to consider the following:
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What type of material works best for decks and landing in the Chicago area? Wood decks require seasonal maintenance and have a limited lifespan. Composite lumber is a material that is a mixture of wood fiber, recycled plastic, and a binding agent. These ingredients are put together to form a material that is denser, stronger, and heavier than wood alone.
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What purpose do you see your deck serving? Is it for grilling & dining? For lounging or resting? A conversation space? All of the above? Each of these would be best served by a different size & style deck! And it is better to plan in advance - then to design a deck only to find it should have been planned differently! Evanston deck builder, deck design, deck installation, composite deck builder, deck permit
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What type of aesthetic for your deck or landing works best with your home? The possibilities are endless when it comes to design & style elements of a deck or landing!
Building & installing a deck, landing or walkway is a big project. But, with Endless Greens:
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We do all of the building ourselves, we never use sub contractors.
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Our extensive background & experience ensures you receive a custom design for your style & budget.
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Our ability to plan it all, build it all, and plant it all guarantees you an expert installation.
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We work with local Evanston Architects when Architectural plans are needed for permits.
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We handle the entire permit process.
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Our desire to create beautiful landscapes means you are assured an outdoor space that you will truly enjoy, endlessly.
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We specialize in Trex and TimberTech/Azek composite decking products and are experts in designing and installation.
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Many decks in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs require architectural drawings and an approved permit from the municipality. We partner with a local Architect who is a pro at creating stamped plans based on our designs. Our experience in navigating the permit & planning process means less stress for you!
Our Process: Design Quote Install Endlessly Enjoy
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For accurate pricing we can help you design your deck which includes elements such as; platforms, railing, decking material, skirting, lighting, and trellises or pergolas. Without these selections the pricing can vary greatly.
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If you are in the early stages of planning and budgeting we have made a Deck Handout pdf that can help you with this. Click here to download our Deck Handout.
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Our Process for design and pricing starts with booking a consultation. If you choose a Zoom consultation, email images of your outdoor space to info@endlessgreens.com. Please look over our Deck Handout before the meeting to get the most out of the meeting.
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After the consultation it will be time to either have Endless Greens make a 3D design for your deck or work directly with our architect. We will need a copy of your Plat of Survey.
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When the 3D design or the architectural plans are finished a finalized quote can be put together. At this stage different options for decking materials, railing types, and other elements can be quoted as well.
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If the quote is approved we then will submit for the permit. The permit process can take anywhere from 3-6 week for approval. You will also provide a 50% deposit to be put on our installation schedule. Once the permit is approved we can then let you know the timeline as to when we can get started. Deck installations typically take us 2-3 week of building time.