Investing in Your Home: Why the Deck Contractor You Choose Matters
A custom deck is far more than an outdoor platform; it’s an extension of your living room, the center for summer cookouts, and a serious upgrade to your home’s value. When you decide to make a major investment in your property, you aren’t just choosing deck boards; you’re choosing a team to bring your vision to life.
At Bontrager Exteriors, we build decks differently. We believe that an exceptional outdoor space requires a balance of top-tier materials, intentional design, and uncompromising structural engineering.
Here is what sets our craftsmanship apart and why homeowners trust us to build their outdoor retreats.
1. Premium Decking Materials Tailored to Your Unique Lifestyle
Every family uses their outdoor space differently, which is why we don’t believe in a “one-size-fits-all” approach to decking materials.
Whether you love the timeless, natural look of traditional pressure-treated wood or prefer the ultra-low maintenance of modern PVC and composite decking, we offer solutions built to match your budget and lifestyle.
Modern Synthetic Decking vs. Traditional Wood
- Low-Maintenance Composite & PVC : We partner with industry-leading manufacturers to install high-performance boards wrapped in protective caps. These materials resist fading, staining, scratching, and mold growth—giving you more time to relax with family and zero weekends spent power washing, sanding, and staining.
- Classic Real Wood: For homeowners who prefer real timber, we select premium-grade pressure-treated lumber engineered for exterior exposure, giving you natural beauty with solid longevity.
2. Custom Layouts Designed for How You Actually Live
A great deck shouldn’t feel like an afterthought tacked onto the back of your house—it should blend seamlessly with your home’s layout and natural surroundings.
Our experienced design team works directly with you during the consultation phase to map out a space designed around your routines.
Tailoring Your Space for Function and Flow
- Entertaining & Dining: Designing wide-open zones with plenty of clearance for large outdoor dining tables, built-in seating, and heavy grills.
- Relaxation & Privacy: Creating cozy lounge corners equipped with privacy screening, custom railings, or pergolas for quiet morning coffees.
- Family Safety: Planning safe, wide stairways and sturdy railing systems that give you total peace of mind when kids and pets are playing outdoors.
3. Rock-Solid Structural Framing Built for Severe Weather and Snow Loads
The most critical part of your deck is the part you rarely see. A deck surface is only as good as the frame supporting it from underneath, which is why our crews refuse to cut corners on structural engineering.
We build well beyond basic building code minimums to guarantee that your structure feels rock-solid underfoot for decades to come.
Engineering for the Wisconsin Climate
- Deep Concrete Footings Below the Frost Line: Wisconsin winters bring severe freeze-thaw cycles. We dig deep, code-exceeding footings to prevent shifting, heaving, or sagging over time.
- Heavy-Duty Joist Spacing: Modern synthetic boards require precise, rigid support. We frame with tight joist spacing and reinforced ledger boards so your deck never flexes or bounces.
- Built for Heavy Loads: Whether you’re hosting a backyard party with dozens of guests, setting up heavy masonry accessories, or braving feet of heavy, wet Wisconsin snow, our framing is engineered to handle extreme weight with ease.
Partner with Wisconsin’s Trusted Custom Deck Builders
At Bontrager Exteriors, we combine top-tier materials, personalized design expertise, and elite local craftsmanship to give you a finished outdoor retreat you’ll love coming home to every single day.
Contact Bontrager Exteriors today to schedule your free design consultation and low-maintenance deck estimate!