Deck Board Repair Lake Geneva, WI

Deck repair for Lake Geneva homes

Most of our deck repair calls in Lake Geneva come from homes with resort-town homes, historic lakefront estates and newer subdivisions. In practice that means large estate decks and pergolas.

With Geneva Lake close by, decks and fences here hold moisture longer in the mornings. We schedule the wash early in the week so there is time to dry before stain goes on.

Staining over a rotted board is a waste of stain. It also hides the problem for a year until someone puts a foot through it. Replacing a handful of boards before staining is cheap, and new cedar or treated boards blend in well once everything is stained the same tone. We also re-drive popped nails and swap them for screws so they stop lifting.

How the job goes in Lake Geneva

1. InspectWe probe the boards, check fasteners, stairs and railing posts, and mark what needs replacing.
2. Replace boardsDamaged boards are removed and replaced with matching cedar or pressure-treated lumber, screwed into the joists.
3. Re-fastenPopped nails are pulled and replaced with deck screws. Loose spindles and rail caps get tightened or re-secured.
4. BlendNew boards are lightly sanded and, if we are staining, cleaned with the rest so the stain takes evenly.

Other work we do in Lake Geneva

Homeowners here also ask us about Dock & pier staining in Lake Geneva, Fence staining in Lake Geneva and Deck sealing in Lake Geneva. See everything on the Lake Geneva service area page, or read the full deck repair guide. We also cover nearby Salem Lakes, Pell Lake and Genoa City.