Deck & Fence Staining in Morton Grove, IL
Decks, fences, pergolas and outdoor wood sealed and stained to stand up to Chicago weather. Pressure washed, sanded smooth, then stained with a sealer that soaks in and protects for years.
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Quick Answer
Deck and fence staining in Morton Grove, IL starts at $149 per 100 square feet, with a typical 200-square-foot deck and fence running about $1,200. That price comes from Vanguard Painting, a licensed and insured crew based in Melrose Park. Every deck and fence job includes pressure washing, sanding rough spots, applying premium stain with a sealer, and a two-day cure time. We stain wood decks, fences, pergolas, and outdoor furniture across Morton Grove and the rest of Cook County.
What You Get When We Stain Your Deck or Fence
Book deck or fence work in Morton Grove and this is the package. None of it is an add-on you pay extra for. Everything is spelled out in your free written estimate before we start.
Dirt, mold, mildew and old stain blasted off so the new stain soaks in.
Splintered areas and raised grain sanded smooth before stain goes on.
Any board that's too damaged to salvage gets replaced before staining.
Oil-based or water-based stain with built-in UV blockers and waterproofing.
Porous wood gets a second coat to make sure it soaks in evenly.
Every railing, post, and baluster stained to match the deck surface.
Fence boards stained on both sides so the color is consistent.
Every drop cloth picked up, then we walk it with you and fix anything you spot.
Deck and Fence Staining Prices in Morton Grove
Here's where our pricing starts on the deck and fence jobs Morton Grove homeowners ask about most. Size, wood type and stain quality move the final number. You get that number in writing first.
Not sure which of these you need? Call (708) 815-7720. Most Morton Grove decks and fences get priced over the phone in about five minutes.
Morton Grove Outdoor Wood Faces Real Weather
Morton Grove gets it all — hot summers, freezing winters, and plenty of rain. That cycle beats up outdoor wood faster than most people realize. Here's what we see on most decks and fences in town.
Weather stains and sun fade
Decks and fences in Morton Grove fade fast from the summer sun. We use stain with UV protection built in so the color holds longer through the seasons.
Moss and moisture damage
Shady spots on north-facing decks and fences grow moss and hold moisture. That rots the wood from the outside in. We pressure wash and dry it thoroughly before stain goes on. See exterior painting.
Splintered wood from freeze-thaw
Water gets into wood, freezes, expands, and splinters the surface. We sand all that down smooth before we apply the stain so it soaks in evenly.
We also check for rot on older decks and fences before we stain them. If a board is soft, we replace it before we stain. That's standard for us, not an extra line item.
How We Stain a Deck or Fence in Morton Grove
Eight steps, same order every time, whether it's a small deck off a split-level or a fence around the whole yard.
Walk and measure
We measure the whole deck and fence, note every issue, and write the price down before we leave.
Pick color
Choose from our stain color chart. Natural, semi-transparent, or solid.
Pressure wash
Everything gets washed. Dirt, mildew and old stain come off.
Replace rotten boards
Soft or broken boards removed and replaced with new wood.
Sand smooth
All surfaces sanded so the stain soaks in evenly.
Apply first coat
First coat of stain applied with brush or roller to work it into the wood.
Apply second coat
Porous areas get a second coat once the first has dried.
Cleanup and check
Drop cloths picked up, then we walk it with you and fix anything you spot.
The Deck and Fence Work Morton Grove Calls Us For
Most calls fall into one of three buckets. Same crew and same prep standard on all of them, different structure.
Wood decks
Pressure wash, sand, stain, seal. Railings, posts and stairs included. This is the core of our deck staining service.
Fences and gates
Wood fences, privacy screens and gates stained on both sides. Ask about fence staining for your yard.
Pergolas and arbors
Outdoor structures stained and sealed to match your deck or fence. Great for patios and backyards.
A Crew From Down the Road, Not a Call Center
Our shop is at 541 Winston Dr in Melrose Park. Morton Grove is a straight shot up Dempster, which is why we can usually get out for an estimate the same week you call. The person who prices your job is the person you'll see pressure washing your deck.
We work the near west suburbs every day and we know these houses. Same crew, same prep, same price sheet whether you're on Oak Avenue or over by Harrer Park. If a spot needs a touch-up later, we're close enough to swing back.
Deck work often picks up a bit of house work too. Plenty of Morton Grove customers add exterior painting or interior painting once we're already booked in.
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What People Complain About, and What You End Up With
Almost every call opens with one of these. Here's the cause on the left, and here's what the deck or fence looks like when we pack up.
The problem
No pressure wash before staining. The stain never soaked in, so it peeled off in sheets.
No sanding before staining. Rough spots and splinters left exposed.
One coat applied too thin. The color is patchy and the wood shows through.
What you get
Pressure wash, sand, two coats. The prep makes the stain soak in and stay down.
Sanded flat so no splinters, no rough spots. Safe for bare feet.
Two coats, brushed in, so the stain soaks in evenly and the color is consistent.
True on every Morton Grove deck and fence we take:
What the Deck and Fence Look Like When We Leave
Even color, smooth surface, no drips on the lawn, and wood that's protected for the season ahead.
What Morton Grove Customers Say After the Last Coat
Most of our Morton Grove deck and fence work comes from somebody a few blocks over. Read what they said about the prep, the finish and how the yard looked when we cleared out.
Other Deck and Fence Work We Do Around Morton Grove
Deck and fence staining is a big part of our outdoor work, but the same crew covers most of what a yard needs.
Exterior painting
House siding, brick and trim painted. See exterior painting.
House painting
Interior and exterior house painting. See house painting.
Siding painting
Vinyl, wood and fiber cement siding. See siding painting.
Brick painting
Masonry primer and breathable paint on brick.
Painting more than one place in the county? We cover the whole Cook County service area, and everything we do in town sits on the Morton Grove painting page.
Deck and Fence Staining in Morton Grove, IL: Common Questions
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Can you match the stain to our house color?
Is Vanguard Painting licensed and insured?
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