Hello, I am a recently retired educator and coach. I learned building trades from my father as a child and worked with him in construction for 8 years building houses from the ground up including plumbing, wiring, concrete, cabinetry, etc. from framing to finish. I have completed my own additions, remodeling, and repairs for the last 30 years. I'm a detail oriented perfectionist that enjoys working with my hands and providing a quality, reasonably priced service.
Hello, I am a recently retired educator and coach. I learned building trades from my father as a child and worked with him in construction for 8 years building houses from the ground up including plumbing, wiring, concrete, cabinetry, etc. from framing to finish. I have completed my own additions, remodeling, and repairs for the last 30 years. I'm a detail oriented perfectionist that enjoys working with my hands and providing a quality, reasonably priced service.
Midtown Home Improvements is your neighborhood home improvement specialist. Whether you are looking for energy savings with Triple Pane Windows, a new low maintenance PVC Cellular deck, a maintenance free vinyl fence, or the thickest permanent siding, you can trust the experts at Midtown. Midown Home Improvements, located in Wentzville Missouri, also offers full or partial remodeling of your Kitchen and Bathroom. We believe in providing superior products from only the finest manufacturers. Give us a call for more information and a free quote! (636)379-8889
"Response was overall proactive. Sales expertise in estimating jobs needs improvement. Overall material and execution of works is of the highest quality and standard."
Dustin S on July 2025
Midtown Home Improvements is your neighborhood home improvement specialist. Whether you are looking for energy savings with Triple Pane Windows, a new low maintenance PVC Cellular deck, a maintenance free vinyl fence, or the thickest permanent siding, you can trust the experts at Midtown. Midown Home Improvements, located in Wentzville Missouri, also offers full or partial remodeling of your Kitchen and Bathroom. We believe in providing superior products from only the finest manufacturers. Give us a call for more information and a free quote! (636)379-8889
"Response was overall proactive. Sales expertise in estimating jobs needs improvement. Overall material and execution of works is of the highest quality and standard."
Tandem Trades is a local family-owned company that provides repair and maintenance services which include, but are not limited to: Bathroom Repairs & Updating Plumbing Repairs & Installation Replacement of Interior & Exterior Lighting General Painting Window Treatment Installation Deck & Trim Repair Small Flooring Jobs Tile - Wood - Laminate Installation Garage & Basement Clean-Out Skid Steer Work We offer color and design assistance as well as personal shopping for fixtures, hardware, millwork and other items to suit your project. If you've been inspired by something online but are having difficulty knowing how or where to start, let us know and we'll help you out or take it on. We'll even assist in shopping for that perfect piece to transform or repurpose. Call or text 603-834-1416 and let us help! Professional and personal references are available upon request.
"Super! Fast and friendly response. Excellent workmanship. Fair price. Would definitely hire again."
Chris A on October 2025
Tandem Trades is a local family-owned company that provides repair and maintenance services which include, but are not limited to: Bathroom Repairs & Updating Plumbing Repairs & Installation Replacement of Interior & Exterior Lighting General Painting Window Treatment Installation Deck & Trim Repair Small Flooring Jobs Tile - Wood - Laminate Installation Garage & Basement Clean-Out Skid Steer Work We offer color and design assistance as well as personal shopping for fixtures, hardware, millwork and other items to suit your project. If you've been inspired by something online but are having difficulty knowing how or where to start, let us know and we'll help you out or take it on. We'll even assist in shopping for that perfect piece to transform or repurpose. Call or text 603-834-1416 and let us help! Professional and personal references are available upon request.
"Super! Fast and friendly response. Excellent workmanship. Fair price. Would definitely hire again."
Roofing, Siding, Window, & Guttering Contractor. We specialize in dealing with insurance claims, no one wants to hassle with arguing with the insurance companies, we do that for you. One of the owners are at the Job site while the work is going on, its our name and our reputation, we want to make sure it is done correctly. We are a smaller company that cares about every job. If you call in, you will probably speak to one of the owners. We take pride in our A plus rating with the BBB. We are not perfect, but if we make a mistake we own up to it and take care of the issue.
"I want to follow up on a review I wrote in February on DEG Contracting. Mark DeGrande made all the changes that were necessary and put up my shutters and they look very nice. Mark was very nice to work with and I would use DEG Contracting again."
Kara J on March 2025
Roofing, Siding, Window, & Guttering Contractor. We specialize in dealing with insurance claims, no one wants to hassle with arguing with the insurance companies, we do that for you. One of the owners are at the Job site while the work is going on, its our name and our reputation, we want to make sure it is done correctly. We are a smaller company that cares about every job. If you call in, you will probably speak to one of the owners. We take pride in our A plus rating with the BBB. We are not perfect, but if we make a mistake we own up to it and take care of the issue.
"I want to follow up on a review I wrote in February on DEG Contracting. Mark DeGrande made all the changes that were necessary and put up my shutters and they look very nice. Mark was very nice to work with and I would use DEG Contracting again."
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.Premier Construction Exteriors has the skills and experience needed to take on your roof installation or repair project in Weldon Spring, MO and surrounding areas. You won't have to worry about a thing when you hire our capable team of roofers. Don't settle for less than the best when it comes to your exterior. Arrange for roofing services today.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.Premier Construction Exteriors has the skills and experience needed to take on your roof installation or repair project in Weldon Spring, MO and surrounding areas. You won't have to worry about a thing when you hire our capable team of roofers. Don't settle for less than the best when it comes to your exterior. Arrange for roofing services today.
We are a owner operated company. You will always deal with a owner and never a sales person. We have a life time warranty on our workmanship. We have different dicounts for Angie's List Members, call for details.
"They did my siding, gutters and my roof out in Warrenton. Looks great, best of all their bid was less than anither 4 of their competitors and they were also an Angi recommended contractor which made them all the easier to trust in. They went the extra mile to make sure wverything was completed and was to my liking. Good job guys!"
Greg K on August 2022
We are a owner operated company. You will always deal with a owner and never a sales person. We have a life time warranty on our workmanship. We have different dicounts for Angie's List Members, call for details.
"They did my siding, gutters and my roof out in Warrenton. Looks great, best of all their bid was less than anither 4 of their competitors and they were also an Angi recommended contractor which made them all the easier to trust in. They went the extra mile to make sure wverything was completed and was to my liking. Good job guys!"
We are a family run business for 16 years and have 2 employees and we do sub-contract out depending on size of job. We ask for half up front with a contract signed before starting the job and we offer senior discounts and military discounts. We do commerical jobs and we accept cash and credit cards.
We are a family run business for 16 years and have 2 employees and we do sub-contract out depending on size of job. We ask for half up front with a contract signed before starting the job and we offer senior discounts and military discounts. We do commerical jobs and we accept cash and credit cards.
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Stucco questions, answered by experts
While vinyl siding's lifespan of 20 to 40 years is impressive for the cost, other siding options can actually last much longer. Stucco siding can last 50 to 80 years when properly maintained and is only a bit more expensive than vinyl. Fiber cement is similar in that it’s a little more expensive but lasts more than twice as long. Stone and brick last the longest, often more than 100 years, but they’re the most expensive siding materials.
Masonry screws are the best option to be used on stucco. They’re thicker and made to penetrate harder surfaces like concrete and cinder blocks. Fluted masonry screws work the best because they create a stronger grasp thanks to the lines on their shafts. If you’re working on exterior stucco, use galvanized screws to prevent corrosion.
German schmear is a durable brick masonry coating. It should last at least a decade or two without flaking or fading, even with minimal maintenance. This makes it an economical option compared to the cost of painting your house exterior, which usually needs to be repainted every five to 10 years to keep it looking its best—thus costing more over the same time period.
Stucco is durable, energy-efficient, and low-maintenance, making it a popular choice for exterior finishes.
Many general contractors can handle adding stucco siding, but it’s best to hire a local stucco contractor as you’re more likely to get a clean finish on your stucco siding that maximizes curb appeal. Stucco can be a challenging material to work with, so hiring a professional contractor who has years of experience and specializes in stucco application is advisable. Compare price quotes from at least three stucco contractors in your area to find the right pro for your task.
The Gerald, MO homeowners’ guide to stucco services
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Discover the cost to stucco a house in 2025, including average prices, key factors, and tips to help you budget and plan your stucco project with confidence.
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