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The Deck Commander Difference
At Deck Commander, we believe that outdoor living should be a direct extension of your home’s character and quality. Founded in Waukesha, Wisconsin, our journey began with a simple objective: to provide structural integrity that stands up to the harsh Midwest seasons while delivering unmatched aesthetic beauty.
We don’t just build decks; we engineer outdoor environments. From the initial soil assessment to the final grain of stain, every decision is made with military-grade precision. This “Command” mentality ensures that your investment is safe, durable, and breathtaking.
Deck Commander and its employees combine both the latest and greatest building trends and materials with decades of experience in the decking and fencing industries. We at deck commander take great pride in insuring that every homeowners investment is built to last. All deck commander employees have attended extensive training at Timbertech’s Azek university in addition to onsite training to ensure all deck commander decks follow strict installation guidelines set by owner and lead carpenter Mike Olson.
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Our Team Member
Mike Olson
Owner
Phone: (414) 218-4212
Email: mike@deckcommander.us
With 7 years in business, and 15+ years experience as a carpenter, I handle all quoting, plan drafting, and design work from start to finish. As the main point of contact during the quoting process, I work closely with clients to turn ideas into clear, buildable plans while ensuring everything aligns with code requirements. My extensive knowledge of what can and cannot be done helps set realistic expectations, avoid surprises, and create designs that showcase the clients style/wishes while maintaining fuctionality . I take pride in delivering detailed, accurate proposals, and thoughtful craftsmanship. Outside of work, I am avid outdoorsman who appreciates hard work, fresh air, and building things that stand the test of time.
Amy Whitt
Business Manager
Phone: (262) 325-6515
Ed
Site Foreman
With over 20 years of experience across various fields in construction, I manage on-site operations, day to day, insuring every project runs smoothly from start to finish. I thrive on problem solving and take pride in keeping my crew organized and efficient, while maintaining the highest quality standard. No matter the scope of the project, I genuinely enjoy the entire build process while watching an idea take shape and become something tangible. Outside of work, I bring that same passion to building my rat rod and enjoy spending time with my dogs.
Clayton
Installer
With over 5 years of hands-on fencing experience and more than a year proudly serving with Deck Commander, I bring dedication, precision, and a strong work ethic to every project. I’m a hard worker and fast learner who believes the sky is the limit when it come to growth and potential. Whether it is tackling new challenges on the job site or sharpening my skills to deliver top quality results, I am always ready to step up. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time around motorcycles and drag racing / because I have always appreciated the power, performance, and craftmanship that goes into building something built to last.
Our Team Member
Mike Olson
Owner
Phone: (414) 218-4212
Email: mike@deckcommander.us
Hobbies: Avid outdoorsman.
Amy Whitt
Business Manager
Phone: (262) 325-6515
Experience: 20+ years in construction accounting/office management, 6 years in business management. Currently in her first year with Deck Commander.
Hobbies: Automotive rebuilds, racing, and shopping (someone has to do it since I’m the only girl here!
Mike Olson
Owner
Phone: (414) 218-4212
Email: mike@deckcommander.us
Mike does all the quoting, plan drafting, and designs. He is the main point of contact during the quoting process.
He has extensive knowledge of what can or can’t be done and strict adherence to code requirements.
Experience: Been in business for 7 years and a carpenter for 15 years.
Hobbies: Avid outdoorsman.
Amy Whitt
Business Manager
Phone: (262) 325-6515
Ed
Site Foreman
Ed manages onsite construction on a day-to-day basis and excels at problem-solving on the job.
Experience: 20+ years in various fields of residential and commercial construction.
He truly enjoys the build process in regards to any project.
Hobbies: Automotive rebuilds and lakeside walks.
Clayton
Installer
A hardworking and fast learner, Clayton has limitless potential in the field.
Experience: 5+ years of fencing experience and has been with Deck Commander for over a year.
Hobbies: Enjoying motorcycles and drag racing.
Mike Olson
Owner
Phone: (414) 218-4212
Email: mike@deckcommander.us
- He does all the quoting
- Plan drafting
- Main point of contact during quoting process
- Designs
- Extensive knowledge on what can or can’t be done and what code requires
- Been in business 7 years
- Carpenter for 15 years
- Avid outdoorsman (hobby)
Amy Whitt
Business Manager
Phone: (262) 325-6515
- Main point of contact regarding all aspects of the project
- Secondary contact during quoting process
- Permits / HOA applications
- Scheduling
- Admin duties
- Accounting/Office management for 20+ years construction office management / business management for 6 years in first year with Deck Commander
- Shopping (make this kind of funny since I am only girl lol) and automotive rebuilds and racing (hobbies)
Ed
Site Foreman
- Manage onsite construction on day to day basis
- Problem solving
- 20+ years in various fields of construction
- Enjoys build process in regards to any project
- Automotive rebuilds and lake side walks (hobby)
Clayton
Installer
- 5+ years in fencing experience and has been with DC over a year
- Hardworking
- Fast learner
- Sky the limit on potential
- Enjoys motorcycles and drag racing (hobbies)