cedar deck builder in naperville, il

why cedar

Cedar sits between pressure-treated and composite on price and above both on looks. It's naturally resistant to rot and insects, it stays cooler underfoot than composite, and it takes stain beautifully.

It does need attention: plan on cleaning and re-sealing every two to three years to keep the color. Left alone it weathers to a silver-gray, which some homeowners want on purpose.

how we build it

We frame in pressure-treated for structure and use cedar where it's seen — decking, railings, fascia and stair treads. That's the durable, cost-sensible way to build a cedar deck in Illinois.

• pressure-treated structure, cedar surface and railings
• stainless or coated fasteners so nothing bleeds through
• picture-frame borders and mitered corners on request
• initial seal coat applied before we hand it over

what it costs

Cedar typically lands between pressure-treated and composite — more than PT, less than most composite lines, with the ongoing cost being your time or a refinishing service every couple of years.

Every ProDeck Works project is owner-supervised on site, permitted through your township, and backed by a 2-year workmanship warranty in writing.

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questions we get

how often does a cedar deck need sealing?

Every two to three years in this climate to hold the color. We can handle the refinishing for you, or you can do it yourself with the product we recommend at handoff.

is cedar or composite better?

Cedar looks better and costs less upfront. Composite costs more and needs almost no maintenance. If you want a natural wood deck and don't mind re-sealing, cedar wins.

will cedar hold up to Chicago winters?

Yes, when it's built right — proper drainage, correct fastener spacing, and a maintained finish. The framing underneath is pressure-treated, so the structure isn't the wear point.

how much does a cedar deck cost in Naperville?

Cedar decks in this area typically run $35 to $65 per square foot installed, depending on cedar grade, railing style and how high the deck sits off the ground.

how long does a cedar deck last?

With regular cleaning and re-sealing, a cedar surface commonly lasts 15 to 20 years in this climate. The pressure-treated structure underneath lasts longer.

can you stain my cedar deck a specific color?

Yes. Cedar takes semi-transparent and solid stains well, and we apply an initial seal coat before handoff so the wood is protected from day one.

is cedar better than pressure-treated decking?

Cedar looks better, splinters less and resists rot naturally, at a higher price than pressure-treated. Pressure-treated remains the budget option and is what we frame with either way.