Decks and Garages Built Right
Nickelatti Construction Company has completed garage projects across the region, working with existing home layouts to find the best configuration.
Custom Deck Construction Across the Region
Nickelatti Construction Co Inc builds custom decks for homeowners across the region, covering single-level decks, multi-level configurations, and wraparound designs in both pressure-treated wood and composite materials. These structures extend usable outdoor living space across every season, giving families a well-built outdoor area that holds up to the climate year after year.
How a Custom Deck Adds Livable Space to a Wisconsin Home
A well-built deck increases your home's functional square footage without the cost and disruption of an interior renovation, that means a defined outdoor space you can actually use from spring through late fall — more time outside, more room for family, and a practical addition that adds real value to your property.
Detached and Attached Garage Construction Across the Region
We build detached garages, attached garages, and everything in between — single-car structures for straightforward vehicle storage, two-car builds for households with multiple vehicles, and configurations that integrate workshop or storage space alongside the parking. A detached garage gives you flexibility: locate it where it works best on the lot, add a dedicated workshop space, or keep utility areas clearly separated from the house. An attached garage connects directly to your home, offering the convenience and weather protection you'll appreciate every winter. Either way, you gain secure vehicle storage, extra workspace, and a practical addition that increases your property's daily utility and long-term value. We serve the region, including Onalaska, Holmen, Stoddard, and West Salem, as part of every new garage build.
What to Expect from a Garage Build Across the Region
Garage projects start with real decisions: size, placement, street or alley access, and whether the site needs grading before construction begins. Permitting is part of every new garage build, and the requirements vary by municipality. Nickelatti Construction manages the full process — from the initial consultation through the finished structure. We handle the planning, the permits, and the build itself, so you're not juggling contractors or chasing paperwork on your own.
Materials, Design Options, and Build Process
Both deck and garage projects start with a free estimate and consultation where we work through material and design choices with you before any work begins. We want you to understand your options and feel confident in the direction before construction starts.
Choosing the Right Materials for Wisconsin Weather
Wisconsin's freeze-thaw cycles, heavy snowfall, and summer humidity put real demands on outdoor structures. For decks, pressure-treated lumber is cost-effective and proven in cold climates — it holds up well when properly sealed and maintained on a regular schedule. Composite decking costs more upfront but requires far less maintenance: it resists rot, splinters, and fading, and it comes in multiple colors and finishes that hold their look over time. For garages, exterior siding durability and roof pitch both matter. A steeper pitch sheds snow load more efficiently — a practical consideration in a Wisconsin winter. We'll help you think through the trade-offs at the consultation so you can ask the right questions and land on materials that fit your budget and your situation.
How Nickelatti Construction Manages Your Project From Estimate to Completion
Engaging us starts with a free consultation and site assessment. We look at the lot, talk through your goals, and sketch out a realistic scope and budget. From there, we handle design and planning, pull the necessary permits, and manage active construction through to a final walk-through with you. As a family-run operation built on Quality, Service & Dependability, the same people who quote your project see it through to the end. You're not handed off to a crew you've never met — you deal with us directly throughout. Whether you need a remodeling contractor or full residential construction services, we bring the same direct communication and personal accountability to every project we take on.
Deck and Garage Construction — Questions We Hear Often
Before you reach out for an estimate, here are answers to the questions homeowners across the region ask most often about deck and garage projects.
What materials work best for a deck in our climate?
Pressure-treated lumber remains the most cost-effective option and handles seasonal freeze-thaw cycles well when properly sealed. Composite decking — available in a range of colors and finishes — is the low-maintenance alternative: resistant to rot, splinters, and fading. The right choice depends on your budget, maintenance preferences, and how you plan to use the space.Do I need a permit to build a deck or garage?
Nickelatti Construction Co Inc handles the permitting process as part of the project, so you're not navigating the paperwork on your own.
Can Nickelatti Construction build an attached garage onto my existing home?
Yes. Attached garage additions integrate with your home's existing structure — framing, roofline, and exterior finishes — and require careful planning to ensure the connection is weathertight and structurally sound. Nickelatti Construction Co Inc has completed attached garage projects across the region, working with the existing home's layout to find the best configuration.
Your Deck or Garage Starts With a Free Estimate
There's no obligation — we come out, look at the site, and talk through what you're looking for. With over 30 years of construction experience serving communities across the region, we're a family-owned operation where the people you call are the people who build. Send us a message or give us a call to get started.