Entries Tagged as 'Decks'

Deck Repair and Stain – Evanston

We resecured loose floorboards, removed some bad stains, cleaned then stained a 600 sq ft deck in Evanston. We have also rebuilt the front railing supports to mirror the original classic design and will be painting the homes exterior in the coming days.

Call us for a free estimate @ (847)636-0771

Deck Refinishing – Evanston, IL

New Pergo / Laminate Floor

Need a new laminate, hardwood or tile floor installed?

Ask Lon for a Free Estimate and cost-effective solutions on all your home remodeling and handyman projects.

Which deck stain product works best?

3 summers ago…we decided to field test wood treatment products. We applied four different brand products to our picnic table and placed it in full sun.  The top 3 Brands were applied to individual boards atop the table a lesser known product was applied to both seats.   This picture was taken last week!  Which wood plank would you choose for you deck?  Schedule your free deck treatment estimate today! Ask Lon @ 847-636-0771

3 year s in the sun

The Upside Down Deck

Deck Staining and Repair

Our customer’s backyard deck had dried out, cracked, twisted and buckled; it was in sad shape. We explained that the reverse side of each board had never seen the sun, or been touched by a harsh winter.

We replaced a few bad boards and flipped the decking, gave it a good scrubbing and a coat of stain. They saved at least $1,500.00 in new wood alone.

Call me anytime for a creative solution or a home imporvment estimate. 847-636-0771

Deck Refinishing – The Cheapest Bid

We presented a bid to refinish eight decks for a condo association and were informed that someone offered to do it for 40% less than us. I reworked the numbers and felt that our price was reasonable.  As a cost saving measure The Condo Association selects the lower bidder.  Conclusion: the decks need to be redone; the contractor splashed stain/sealer onto the roof, metal flashings, gutter, AC unit, door threshold(s), painted wood trim and recently painted metal railing. Stain/Sealer cannot be removed from a rubber roof, and it will cost the association far more than our original estimate to complete the remaining repairs. BTW, lowest bidder did not have insurance.

Not good!

 

Remodeling, Repair and Handyman Services

Lon and Pam’s Dream Home

Over the last few years, seems that people are staying longer in their existing homes.  Even the rate of home entertaining and stay at home vacations has dramatically increased.  Makes us wonder why then, do so many people wait to make home improvements until they are ready to sell?  Whether you’re planning to stay or prepping to sell – please take a moment to view our latest “before & after” video and discount offer. Please give me a call to schedule a Free Estimate and thank you for your continued support.

Ask Lon! Remodeling, Repair and Handyman Services

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Lon Thomas
Owner/Operator
Ask Lon!
5632 Church Street
Morton Grove, IL 60053
(847)636-0771
www.asklon.com

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Deck Design, Build, Repair or Clean

Is it time to build your dream deck or to care for the deck you have?  If so, Ask Lon to provide a free deck estimate!

Example: Last year we helped the client design and build her dream deck and last week, we completed our annual inspection then cleaned and sealed it. 

Call Lon today @ 847-636-0771 to schedule a free deck estimate.

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