Decks, Fences & Remodels in Irving Lake
S&L Good Fellas is an insured, family-owned contractor based in Irving. We quote decks, fences, tree work, yard work and remodels for homes around Lake Vilbig. Text or call for a free quote.
An Irving Lake Contractor for Lake Vilbig Homes
Lake Vilbig is a private lake in south Irving, in ZIP 75060. The Irving Lake Association owns the lake, and its members own shore lots that have joined through their property deeds. Some homes on the south shore date from the mid-1980s.
That shapes the work. Many back yards run down to the water, and FEMA's flood map puts much of the land here in the flood zone, so a deck, fence or new bed can take an extra step. Indoors, the kitchens and baths in older homes are often due for an update.
Send a text or call. We chat on the phone, take a look at the job, and send you a free quote.
Quick Answers
What Irving Lake homeowners ask before they ask for a quote.
Do you work on lakefront lots around Lake Vilbig?
Yes. We serve homes on the water and on the streets near it, from Rusdell Drive to Lakeshore Drive. Tell us about the bank, the slope and access when you ask about yard work.
Do you work inside the house too?
Yes. We remodel kitchens and baths, set tile, add trim and built-ins, and paint inside and out.
Are quotes free?
Yes. We chat on the phone, take a look at the job, and send you a free quote.
Lake Vilbig in South Irving
Lake Vilbig sits just west of South MacArthur Boulevard, across from where West Oakdale Road and West Hunter Ferrell Road meet it. Rusdell Drive and Lakeshore Drive follow the shore, and Nimitz High School sits to the east. We serve the homes around the lake in ZIP 75060.
ZIP Codes We Serve
- 75060
- Google Rating
- 5.0
- Google Reviews
- 76
What We Do Around Lake Vilbig
Custom Decks · Built to LastDecks
Decks that face the water. Tell us about the bank, slope and access when you ask for a quote.
Install · Repair · GatesFencing
Fence lines that run toward the shore, on ground that can stay wet after rain.
Trimming · Removal · StumpsTree Service
Trimming over the water, tree removal and damaged branch removal on lakefront lots.
Sod · Mulch · MakeoversLandscaping
Sod and mulch on yards that slope to the lake, plus leaf and yard cleanup.
Tile · Trim · ClosetsHome Remodeling
Tile, trim, built-ins and interior updates for older lake homes.
Tile · Showers · VanitiesBathroom Remodeling
Shower remodels, bath tile and new vanities for original or dated baths.
Counters · Cabinets · TileKitchen Remodeling
Countertops, backsplashes and kitchen updates for homes that still have dated finishes.
Interior · Exterior · TrimPainting
Exterior paint for homes that face open water, sun and wind, plus new interior colors.
Pergolas · StructuresOutdoor Living
Pergolas for patios with a lake view, and storage sheds. Check the flood map before you place one.
Additions · Rehabs · FramingGeneral Contracting
Rehabs and additions for lake homes. Check the flood map and ask Irving what applies first.
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What Changes the Work at Irving Lake
Four things shape most jobs here. The water: Lake Vilbig started as a quarry and excavation pit, and the homes came later, so many back yards run down to the shore. The flood map: FEMA puts the lake and much of the land around it in the 100-year flood zone. Runoff: the lake drains about 800 acres through more than 250 inlets, and the association has dredged out leaves, silt and muck. The houses: some homes on the south shore date from the mid-1980s, so check your own home's age and update history.
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Work We Quote at Irving Lake
Each item ties to the lake, the flood map or the age of the homes.
Decks on the Lake Side
A deck on a lakefront lot sits close to the bank and the slope. Tell us about both, and about access, when you ask about a deck.
Fences Toward the Shore
Ground near the lake can stay wet after rain. Tell us what happens in your yard before you plan fence work.
Trees Over the Water
Limbs can hang out over the lake. Ask about trimming, tree removal and yard cleanup on your lot, storm-broken limbs included.
Leaf and Yard Cleanup
Leaves and loose mulch can wash toward the lake through storm inlets. Bag leaves and keep yard debris away from inlets and the shore.
Kitchens and Baths
In an older lake home, kitchens and baths are often due for new counters, backsplashes, shower tile and vanities.
Lake Vilbig Sits in the Floodplain
FEMA's flood map puts Lake Vilbig and much of the land around it in Zone AE, the 100-year flood zone. Many nearby streets sit in the shaded 500-year zone. That does not rule out yard projects, but it can add a step.
When the Irving Lake Association planned to dredge the lake, its records list a City of Irving grading permit, a floodplain development permit and a Trinity River Corridor Development Certificate as needed. A deck or shed is far smaller than a dredging job, but check your address on FEMA's flood map and ask Irving which approvals your project needs.
Working on a Lakefront Lot
Lake Vilbig is private. The Irving Lake Association owns it, and its members own shore lots that have joined through their property deeds. Docks and seawalls sit at or in the water, so talk to the association and a marine contractor about those. We do not build docks or seawalls.
Our work stays on the yard side: decks, fences, pergolas, sod, mulch and tree work. In 2005, part of the south bank collapsed and dropped several back yards about six feet, damaging yards, decks and fences. Ask the city about any limits before building near the bank, and tell us about the bank, slope and access when you call.
More Neighborhoods Near Irving Lake
Other Irving neighborhoods we serve, nearest to Irving Lake first, then the closest ones in nearby cities.
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Answers to common questions. Don’t see yours? Text or call and we will walk you through it.
Still Have Questions?
Send a text or give us a call. We are happy to talk through your project.
Call (469) 340-2030Is Irving Lake the same place as Lake Vilbig?
They go together. The water is Lake Vilbig, and the Irving Lake Association owns it, so you will hear both names. We serve homes on the shore and on the nearby streets in ZIP 75060.
My lot is in the flood zone. Can I still add a deck or pergola?
It may be possible, but check first. Look up your address on FEMA's flood map and ask the City of Irving which approvals your project needs. Share what you learn when you call, and we can talk through the deck or pergola from there.
Do you build docks or fix seawalls on Lake Vilbig?
No. Docks and seawalls sit at or in the water, and the lake belongs to the Irving Lake Association. Ask the association and a marine contractor about those. We handle the yard side: decks, fences, pergolas, sod, mulch and tree work.
Can you trim trees that hang over the lake?
Yes. We quote trimming, tree removal and damaged branch removal on lakefront lots. Tell us which limbs hang over the water when you call. Limbs and leaves that end up in the lake add to the muck the association has paid to dredge.
What updates make sense in an older lake house?
Kitchens and baths are the usual start. Some homes on the south shore date from the mid-1980s, so check your own home's age and what has been updated. We do countertops and backsplashes, shower remodels, bath tile, vanities, trim and paint. We take a look at the job and send a free quote for the updates you want.
What should I know before a new fence near the water?
Ground near the lake can stay wet after rain, so tell us what happens in your yard and how the ground slopes before you plan fence work. Irving requires a permit to build or fully replace a fence, so plan for that step too. We quote new fences, fence repairs and gates.
How do I keep yard debris out of the lake?
Rake and bag leaves instead of blowing them toward the shore or the street, and keep loose yard debris away from storm inlets. Storm inlets carry runoff from about 800 acres into Lake Vilbig, and leaves and silt settle on the bottom. Ask us about yard cleanup and mulch.
Let's Talk About Your Irving Lake Project.
A deck, a fence, a tree over the water or a new kitchen. Text or call (469) 340-2030 for a free quote.
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