Creating Beautiful Outdoor Sanctuaries in the Chicago Area
We Build and Repair Elegant Outdoor Living Spaces in Chicago
There is no better way to make the most of your home than with the addition of an outdoor living space, like a beautiful new deck, patio, porch, or balcony. The experts here at Chicago Porch Experts by Emtrak Construction can create that sanctuary for you and your family.
We Build a Wide Variety of Outdoor Living Spaces
We build luxurious decks, comfortable patios, and stunning porches. What are the differences between a deck, a patio, and a porch? A patio is generally a paved outdoor area, usually adjoining the house. A deck is typically a flat roofless platform or terrace, and usually raised above ground level. Because it is elevated, it is generally made of materials like wood or composite. A porch is usually defined as a covered area near an entrance to the house, and might be paved if at ground level, or wood or composite if elevated.
However, there are no rules that say your outside area must follow a strict definition. We are in the business of helping you create the perfect outdoor retreat, which means we can help design a hybrid of these spaces, or even have different types of spaces that are joined together. If you can imagine it, we can make it happen!
Your New Deck Will Be the Envy of the Neighborhood
If what you envision is a deck, we can take that vision and turn it into reality. Whether it is a low, slightly elevated space, or an area raised several feet off the ground, we will draw up the architectural plans to suit your needs. You might choose to keep it all one level, or maybe you are looking for a terraced design. Perhaps you want a wood deck, or one made of composite—or maybe a mix of wood railings and a composite floor. We follow all building codes and safety guidelines, and use only the highest quality materials and hardware.
We Also Build Balconies and Fences
Perhaps you have an older home and you have doubts about the stability of the balcony. Or maybe you are doing a major renovation and want to create a door to a new balcony where only a window existed before. And since many of our balconies and decks include side rails for safety, it only makes sense that we are in the business of building fences as well.
Perhaps a New Patio Is Your Dream
Depending on the design of your home, you might prefer a patio to a raised deck. Again, we use the highest quality materials, whether you want concrete, asphalt, pavers, or stone. Or perhaps you want a sanctuary that includes a patio that leads up to a deck. When we design these spaces, we take a holistic look at your home, and work with you to come up with the perfect plan that your family will enjoy for years.
A Porch Near the Front or Back Entrance of Your Home
Whether the area near your front or back door is paved like a patio, or raised like a deck, we can build a shelter over that area to protect you from the elements as you enter and leave your home. A porch is a great way to keep you dry (and keep the house cleaner!) as you, your family, and your guests arrive and depart. Or perhaps you want a large porch that also gives you a place to relax, like a patio or a deck. Again, there are no set rules—we just want to help you achieve your dream!
We Also Repair All Outdoor Structures and Spaces
Perhaps your outdoor space is old and needs repair. Perhaps you have a small area and want to turn it into a bigger area. Or maybe whoever built your original outdoor space didn’t use the best materials, didn’t get the right permits, or violated the local building codes. We can fix that, too! Most of our early business was doing repairs, and it is still much of what we do. Rather than rip everything out and start over, we will work with you to determine what needs repair, what can be saved, and how to add on to existing construction.
We Also Provide Masonry and Roofing Work
We are also experts in masonry, whether you are looking for a brick or paver floor on your patio, dreaming of beautiful stone or brick siding, or adding a new space that ties into existing stone or brick on your home. We pay close attention to details, and can repair or replace lintels, replace bricks, and grind and point mortar joints. Plus, we can repair or install any type of roof, including shingles, metal, stone-coated steel, slate, clay tiles, concrete tiles, and even green roofs.
Contact Us Today
Whether you are just starting to dream about your new outdoor space or are ready to build, please give us a call! Or fill out a request for a FREE no-commitment estimate. You can also check out our testimonials page! You will see why the professionals at Chicago Porch Experts by Emtrak Construction are Chicago’s premier builders.