It usually starts with one specific evening. The deck is perfect — 72 degrees, dinner outside — and then the mosquitoes arrive, or the sun angle turns…
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Earlier this month we published the honest deadline for decks — and if you read it, you know the window for a this-year deck closes around Labor Day. That…
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Type "how much does a new deck cost" into a search bar and you'll get answers ranging from $4,000 to $60,000 — which is another way of saying you'll get no…
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Back in July we answered the question "can you still get a deck built before fall?" with a yes. That yes had an expiration date, and it's approaching…
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If your backyard feels like a fishbowl, you're not alone. Most St. Louis lots — especially in established suburbs — have neighbors close enough to see…
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If you’ve been researching composite decks, you’ve probably seen the same warning: “Composite decks get really hot in the sun.” Here’s the honest answer, with real data…
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We get this call several times a week in July. “We’ve been thinking about a new deck. Is it too late to get it built before fall?” The…
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Happy Independence Day. If you’re hosting a few people in the backyard tonight, or wishing you could, this one’s for you. Some of the best…
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If you’re a homeowner in St. Louis, you’ve probably had this thought at some point: “If I’m going to spend money on my home… I want it to actually be worth…
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If you’ve lived in Missouri for a while, you already know how valuable a good backyard setup can be. Spring evenings, summer BBQs, fall nights by the fire —…
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Pinterest is full of deck inspiration. The problem is that most of it was shot in Southern California or coastal Florida — places where it doesn’t…
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Timing plays a crucial role in maintaining your home’s exterior. In Fenton, MO, winter weather often leaves behind hidden damage that becomes more…
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