Deck Builder in Pekin, IL
Flat river-terrace lots near downtown and real grade up in Sunset Hills and along the bluff streets, where decks often sit 6 to 10 feet off the ground. About 15 minutes south of the shop. Composite and wood decks, rail and stairs, pergolas, lighting and repair — designed in 3D before we ever pour a footing.
What we build in Pekin
Composite Decks in Pekin
Capped composite and PVC decking on over-built framing. No sealing, no splinters, no annual chore.
See Pekin pricingCedar & Treated Wood Decks in Pekin
Pressure-treated and western red cedar decks built straight, tight, and screwed down properly.
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Code-height rail you can lean on hard, and stairs with even risers that don't bounce.
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Cedar and aluminum pergolas, roofed sections, and shade structures engineered for real wind.
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Low-voltage riser, post-cap, and under-rail lighting wired in during the build — or retrofitted after.
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Rotten boards, sagging framing, failing ledgers, and wobbling rail — fixed instead of replaced.
See Pekin pricingPermits in Pekin
Pekin issues residential deck permits through the city building department, with a zoning check on rear-yard setbacks. Elevated decks get a framing inspection before decking goes down.
Ground & footings
Heavy clay that holds water. We over-dig footings and use gravel bases so posts don't heave or wick moisture. Every post goes below the 42-inch frost line.
Who we build for
A wide mix — older homes replacing tired 1990s treated decks, plus newer builds out toward Veterans Drive. Neighborhoods we work in regularly: Sunset Hills, Willow Estates, Downtown Pekin, Veterans Drive corridor, Lakeside.
What Pekin neighbors say.
These are verified customer reviews of Tazewell County Fence Co. — the same owners, crew and phone line behind Grizzly Deck & Rail.
“We had a chain-link fence installed for our backyard and dogs. Communication was easy, the pricing was reasonable, and the finished fence looks great. They also made sure the gates opened smoothly and were placed exactly where we needed them.”
“Tazewell County Fence Co. installed woven wire fencing around part of our property, along with a large equipment gate. They explained the different post options, gave us a clear estimate, and helped us choose something that fit our budget. The fence looks strong and everything was completed professionally.”
“A section of our fence was damaged during these storms, and Tazewell County Fence Co. was able to repair it without trying to sell us an entirely new fence. The repaired section blends in well with the rest of the fence, and the price was fair.”
Deck questions from Pekin homeowners
Local pricing, permit rules and build times for Pekin, IL.
- How much does a deck cost in Pekin, IL?
- In Pekin, pressure-treated decks generally run $24–$34 per square foot installed, cedar $32–$44, and capped composite $38–$62. A 16x20 composite deck with a stair run typically lands between $13,000 and $20,000. Height, stairs, and railing style move the number far more than the decking brand does.
- Do I need a permit to build a deck in Pekin?
- Pekin issues residential deck permits through the city building department, with a zoning check on rear-yard setbacks. Elevated decks get a framing inspection before decking goes down.
- What kind of ground will you be building on in Pekin?
- Flat river-terrace lots near downtown and real grade up in Sunset Hills and along the bluff streets, where decks often sit 6 to 10 feet off the ground. Heavy clay that holds water. We over-dig footings and use gravel bases so posts don't heave or wick moisture. Footings go below the 42-inch frost line on every build so nothing heaves through a Central Illinois winter.
- How long does a deck take to build?
- Most Pekin residential decks are framed and finished in three to six working days once footings have cured. Multi-level builds, roofed sections, and stair-heavy layouts run longer. We give you a start date and a finish date in writing.
- Do you actually serve Pekin, IL?
- Yes, with our own crew. Grizzly Deck & Rail is the outdoor-living side of Tazewell County Fence Co., based in Morton, IL. About 15 minutes south of the shop. We don't broker jobs to subs, and the same people who quote your deck are the ones who build it.
- Can I see the deck before you build it?
- You can design it yourself. Our 3D deck designer lets you lay out the footprint in a top-down view, then walk around the finished deck in 3D with your actual material and railing choices before anybody pours a footing. Bring the design to us and we'll quote that exact deck.
- Do you also build fences in Pekin?
- We do — that's where we started. Tazewell County Fence Co. installs wood privacy, vinyl, chain link, aluminum, and farm fence across the same service area, and it's common for us to handle the deck and the fence on one visit.
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