Every Exterior Service Western Wisconsin Homeowners Need, Done Right the First Time.
Shane Ward and his crew handle deck builds, siding replacement, window installation, and soffit and fascia across St Croix, Polk, Pierce, and Dunn counties. No subcontractors, no day laborers, no shortcuts.
What Shane Builds and Installs for Western Wisconsin Homeowners
Deck Building
Shane builds custom composite and pressure treated decks across western Wisconsin, handling every board, post, railing, and stair system personally. Recent builds include TimberTech Boardwalk picture frame decking with TimberTech Driftwood as the main deck color, paired with Westbury Tuscany C10 aluminum railings in white and cable railing systems with wood posts. Shane also builds pressure treated decks with aluminum spindle railings and full accessibility ramp systems. Every deck is engineered for Wisconsin winters and built to last decades without subcontractors touching the project.
Exterior Siding
Ward Exterior Works handles full exterior siding replacement and installation on homes across western Wisconsin. Shane installs siding materials selected specifically for performance in harsh Wisconsin winters, including projects that incorporate herringbone color soffit and fascia for a clean finished look from roofline to foundation. Every cut and install is handled personally by Shane and his crew from first board to final trim with no day laborers involved.
Window Replacement
Shane replaces windows on western Wisconsin homes with energy efficient units that cut heating and cooling costs and improve curb appeal at the same time. Window replacement projects are frequently combined with full siding and soffit and fascia scopes so homeowners get a complete exterior transformation in a single coordinated project. Every window is measured, ordered, and installed by Shane personally across St Croix, Polk, Pierce, and Dunn counties.
Soffit and Fascia
Ward Exterior Works installs and replaces soffit and fascia on homes throughout western Wisconsin, handling every component cleanly and correctly the first time. Shane has completed soffit and fascia work in herringbone color profiles alongside full siding replacements and as standalone installs, and has paired soffit and fascia projects with standing seam metal roof installations for complete roofline transformations.
Western Wisconsin Homeowners Ask Shane These Questions
How do I know if my deck needs to be replaced or just repaired?
If your deck boards are soft, spongy, or cracking through the center, replacement is almost always the better investment. Surface level cracks and fading can often be addressed with boards and a fresh finish, but structural issues with the frame, posts, or ledger board mean the whole thing needs to come out. Shane does a free assessment and gives you a straight answer without pushing you toward the more expensive option. On replacement projects Shane works with materials like TimberTech composite decking and Westbury Tuscany C10 aluminum railings that are built to outlast the original deck by decades.
What is the difference between composite and pressure treated decking for a Wisconsin home?
Pressure treated lumber costs less upfront but requires annual sealing, staining, and maintenance to hold up through Wisconsin freeze and thaw cycles. Composite decking like TimberTech Boardwalk and TimberTech Driftwood costs more initially but holds its color and structure for decades with almost no maintenance. For most western Wisconsin homeowners who want to stop thinking about their deck every spring, composite is the better long term investment and the material Shane recommends most often for new builds.
What railing systems work best on a western Wisconsin deck?
Shane installs several railing systems depending on the homeowner's budget, style preference, and maintenance tolerance. Westbury Tuscany C10 aluminum railings in white are a popular choice for their clean look and zero maintenance requirements in Wisconsin winters. Cable railing systems with wood posts are another option for homeowners who want low profile railings that preserve sightlines into the yard. Aluminum spindle railings are a durable and cost effective choice for accessibility ramp systems and traditional deck builds alike.
How long does a full exterior siding replacement take on a western Wisconsin home?
Most standard single family homes in St Croix, Polk, Pierce, and Dunn counties take three to five days for a complete siding replacement depending on square footage and complexity. When soffit and fascia work is included in the same scope, Shane coordinates the full sequence so the roofline, fascia, and siding are all completed and finished in a single continuous project with no gaps in the schedule.
What siding materials hold up best in western Wisconsin winters?
Fiber cement siding and insulated vinyl siding are the two materials that consistently perform best in Wisconsin's climate. Both handle the freeze and thaw cycles, resist moisture intrusion, and hold their finish through harsh winters better than wood or standard vinyl. Shane walks every homeowner through the options based on their specific home and budget before any materials are ordered, and pairs siding projects with herringbone color soffit and fascia profiles when homeowners want a complete exterior transformation.
Will new windows actually lower my energy bills in Wisconsin?
Yes, and the savings in western Wisconsin are more significant than in moderate climates because of how hard heating systems work from November through March. Replacing single pane or older double pane windows with modern low E glass units reduces heat loss at the frame and glass surface, which directly lowers your heating load. Shane frequently combines window replacement with full siding and soffit and fascia projects so homeowners get a complete exterior upgrade in a single coordinated scope.
Do I need a permit for a new deck in St Croix, Polk, Pierce, or Dunn County?
In most cases yes. Any attached deck above a certain height or square footage threshold requires a building permit in western Wisconsin counties. Shane pulls permits across St Croix, Polk, Pierce, and Dunn counties and handles the inspection process so homeowners do not have to navigate it themselves. This applies to standard deck builds, elevated decks, and accessibility ramp systems alike.
What is soffit and fascia and how do I know if mine needs to be replaced?
Soffit is the material that covers the underside of your roof overhang and fascia is the vertical board that runs along the roofline edge. Signs that yours needs attention include peeling paint, visible rot, pest entry points, or water staining on the exterior walls below the roofline. Shane has completed soffit and fascia projects in herringbone color profiles alongside standing seam metal roof installations and full siding replacements, giving homeowners a finished roofline that performs and looks right for decades.
How does Shane handle projects without subcontractors?
Shane and his crew handle every component of every project personally. No work is handed off to day laborers or subcontractors. That means the person who gives you the estimate is the same person installing your TimberTech decking, your Westbury railings, your siding, and your soffit and fascia. Quality stays consistent from the first day to the last and communication stays simple throughout the entire project.
What areas does Ward Exterior Works serve in western Wisconsin?
Ward Exterior Works serves homeowners across St Croix, Polk, Pierce, and Dunn counties including Hudson, River Falls, New Richmond, Somerset, Baldwin, Glenwood City, Ellsworth, Prescott, Osceola, St Croix Falls, Roberts, Hammond, Star Prairie, Spring Valley, Plum City, Elk Mound, Menomonie, Deer Park, and surrounding communities. If you are in western Wisconsin and not sure if Shane covers your area, call or text 715-808-5260.
Cities Ward Exterior Works Serves Across Western Wisconsin
Shane and his crew serve homeowners across St Croix, Polk, Pierce, and Dunn counties. Click your city to see local project examples and service details.