Deck Painting in Cicero, IL That Stands Up to Chicago Weather
Pressure washed, sanded, primed and painted with a durable exterior finish that handles heavy foot traffic and Chicago-area winters. Licensed and insured. Free written estimates, and $50 off when you book online.
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How much does deck painting cost in Cicero, IL?
Deck painting in Cicero, IL starts at $149 with Broadview True Coat Painting, a licensed and insured Illinois painting company that gives free written estimates. Every deck job includes pressure washing, scraping loose paint, sanding rough spots, priming bare wood, two coats of exterior paint, and complete cleanup. We paint decks in Cicero, Berwyn, Oak Park, Stickney, Lyons and all across Cook County.
Deck Painting Prices in Cicero, IL
Here's where our deck pricing starts for the jobs Cicero homeowners and property owners ask for most. Final price depends on deck size, railing complexity, and prep work needed. You get that number in writing before we start.
| Deck job type | What it usually covers | Starts at |
|---|---|---|
| Standard deck painting | Floor, rails and steps, two coats, one colour | $149 |
| Cicero deck repaint | Wash, scrape, sand, prime and repaint old finish | $199 |
| Fence painting | Wood or chain-link fence, any height | $99 |
| Porch painting | Covered porch floors, ceiling and columns | $179 |
| Concrete deck painting | Concrete porch or patio floor with acrylic paint | $199 |
| Shed painting | Detached structure, full exterior paint | $149 |
| Berwyn deck painting | Same package for Berwyn addresses | $149 |
| Oak Park deck painting | Same package for Oak Park addresses | $149 |
| Stickney deck painting | Same package for Stickney addresses | $149 |
| Lyons deck painting | Same package for Lyons addresses | $149 |
Not sure what your deck needs? Call (708) 797-7649 and we'll price it over the phone in about five minutes.
What Makes Deck Painting in Cicero Trickier Than It Looks
Cicero has a lot of older homes with original wood decks that have been painted and repainted multiple times. The layers build up, moisture gets trapped underneath, and the cycle of peeling and repainting just repeats. We break that cycle with a full reset on every job, the same way we do on our exterior painting work across the county.
Layers of old paint trap moisture
When moisture sits between old paint layers, the new coat fails fast. We strip back to sound wood so the fresh paint bonds properly.
Chicago freeze-thaw cycles crack finishes
Water gets into cracks, freezes and expands, then peels the paint right off. We seal every gap before painting. Details on our Oak Park deck work.
Deck boards move and shift
Loose boards have to be secured before painting. A coat of paint over a bouncy board is wasted effort.
Railings are a hand-painted job
Spraying rails looks patchy. We brush every baluster and rail by hand, same as our trim painting work.
Shady decks grow mildew fast
We use a fungicidal wash and a mildew-resistant primer on decks that don't get much sun.
Poor prep makes a rough finish
Sanding and scraping are the difference between smooth and bumpy. We don't skip them.
What You Get With Deck Painting From Broadview True Coat Painting
Book us for a Cicero deck paint and this is the standard package. No hidden add-ons.
- +Pressure washingFull surface wash to remove dirt, mould and loose paint.
- +Scraping and sandingAll peeling paint removed, edges feathered and smooth.
- +Primer applicationBare and repaired sections get a blocking primer before colour.
- +Two finish coatsPorch-and-floor acrylic in the colour you choose.
- +Rails and balustersBrushed by hand for full coverage on the narrow sections.
- +Stairs and step edgesNon-slip texture added if you specify it during the estimate.
- +Full site cleanupAll drop sheets removed, drips cleaned from concrete surfaces.
- +Final walkthroughWe check the full deck with you and fix anything you spot.
A Cicero-Area Deck Crew, Not an Out-of-Town Operation
We're based minutes away in Broadview, so when you call about a deck near the Hawthorne Works area or south of Cermak, the people on the phone are the same crew that will be in your backyard. Cicero's housing ranges from historic bungalows to mid-century ranch homes, and the decks on them have seen decades of Chicago winters. We've handled every version of them.
That same crew covers the surrounding suburbs too, from Berwyn and Oak Park across to Stickney, Lyons and Riverside. Same crew, same prep, same price list.
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Deck Painting for Cicero Homes, Businesses and Multi-Unit Buildings
One crew, three kinds of deck jobs. Whether it's the deck off your kitchen, a shared structure across units, or a commercial patio, the prep and the finish are the same.
Commercial and shared decks
Restaurant patios, office building walkways and shared rooftop decks. We work off-hours and use low-odour coatings through our commercial exterior painting team. Same setup in Chicago and Oak Park.
Landlords and property managers
Deck prep and paint is a standard turnover item for multi-unit buildings. Most wood decks are done in two days. Pair it with house painting before a new tenant moves in. Property managers in Elmwood Park and Norridge use us the same way.
We also run deck painting across the rest of the county and into the collar suburbs:
How We Paint a Cicero Deck, Step by Step
The finish you see is the result of the prep we do first. Here's our sequence, every time.
Inspect and measure
We walk your deck, note the wood condition and count the railing sections, then write the price down.
Power wash
Full surface wash to remove dirt, mould and loose paint. We don't blast the wood hard enough to fuzz it.
Wait to dry
We give the wood time to dry completely before any sanding or primer goes on. Rushing this step traps moisture.
Scrape and sand
Loose paint scraped off, edges feathered, and smooth surfaces hit with sandpaper for adhesion.
Spot prime bare wood
Any exposed bare wood gets a coat of primer before the top colour goes on.
Paint railings first
We do the rails and balusters first so drips land on the floor that we haven't painted yet.
Roll the floor
Deck floor painted with a roller, working in sections to maintain a wet edge.
Second coat and walkthrough
Second coat on everything, then we walk the full deck with you and fix anything you find.
The Deck Painting Problems Cicero Homeowners Call Us About
Almost every deck painting call starts with one of these problems. Here's what's actually happening and what your deck looks like once we're done.
Paint is peeling after only one winter
Moisture got under the new coat. We strip it back properly and seal the wood so the fresh paint actually sticks.
Deck feels rough and splintery underfoot
The old paint has worn thin and exposed the wood grain. We sand it smooth and build the finish back up with two coats.
A smooth, slip-resistant surface
Even coverage, no raised grain, and we add non-slip texture to the floor if you want it.
Paint that holds up through the next winter
Proper prep, primer on bare wood, and a floor-specific paint that handles the freeze-thaw cycle.
Why Cicero Homeowners Choose Broadview True Coat Painting for Decks
We're not the cheapest quote you'll get, and we don't pretend to be. What you get instead is a crew that preps properly, shows up on schedule, and paints every baluster by hand.
Decks and exterior woodwork are a major part of what we do, not a sideline to interiors.
Licensed and insured in Illinois, so your deck and property are covered from day one.
Based in Broadview, next door to Cicero. If something needs a touch-up after the job, we're close.
What's true on every Cicero deck job:
What a Finished Deck Looks Like When We Walk Away
No drips on the rails. Even colour across the floor. A smooth finish you can walk on in bare feet without catching rough patches.
The People Working on Your Cicero Deck
Wondering who's actually coming to your backyard? We're a small painting outfit out of Broadview, licensed and insured in Illinois, working Cicero and the Cook County suburbs around it. The same crew comes back each day until your deck is done. You get a free estimate, a written price, and a phone number that reaches a person and not a queue.
Call (708) 797-7649 and we'll have your deck painting price in about five minutes. Book online and take $50 off.
Book online and save $50What Cicero Neighbours Say After Their Deck Is Done
Most of our Cicero deck work comes from someone a few blocks away. Read what homeowners said about the prep, the finish and how their deck looked when we packed up.
Other Exterior Painting Work We Do Around Cicero and Cook County
Deck painting is a big part of our exterior schedule, but the same crew covers most of what a house or building needs outside.
Fence painting
Wood or chain-link, prepped and painted to match your house. See fence painting.
Porch painting
Covered porches, concrete steps and columns. Details on porch painting.
Siding painting
Wood, vinyl and cement board siding cleaned and painted. See siding painting.
Commercial exterior
Storefronts, offices and multi-unit exteriors, done after hours. See commercial exterior painting.
Also asked for a lot: brick painting, concrete painting, shed painting, shutter painting and door painting.
Deck Painting in Cicero, IL: Common Questions
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