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Avatar for Jablan General Contracting
Jablan General Contracting
4.2(
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Serving Kirkwood, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jablan General Contracting replaced my aging deck. They did an outstanding job. Deck looks great. They also painted the exterior of the house. Quality workmanship at a reasonable price. They finished the job in a very short time. Would highly recommend them."
Deck Built
New 3 Story Deck
Composite Deck
Wood Deck
Wood Deck

+380

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Local Family Pressure Washing & Deck Restoration
5.0(
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Serving Kirkwood, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

"They were extremely kind and helpful in working with me as I navigated trying to restore and repair the deck on my parents' house that I had inherited. Not only were they very communicative, but were prompt and showed up when they said they would (which was very appreciative as someone with a busy schedule). The quality of work and professionalism was top tier, and my brother and I are very pleased with the outcome of the project and how our 20+ year old deck now looks relatively new. Costs were upfront and there were no hidden charges or fees upon completion. We would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for power washing and deck resealing/minor repair, and would definitely use them again for any powerwashing needs."
Steps to dock
Walkway
Patio
Driveway
Driveway entrance

+18

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Matt's General Home Improvements
5.0(
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Serving Kirkwood, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt arrived on time and was efficient at replacing floor tiles. Do you think customer service is gone, well so did we until Matt Hemingway came to replace three broken tiles. He finished in 90 minutes and that included going back to hardware store for a different color grout because he didn't like the way it looked. When done you could not tell the floor had been fixed. Excellent job. Highly recommend."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Custom Exteriors
4.2(
362
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Serving Kirkwood, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Custom Exteriors for a deck repair and new rails. They provided a free estimate and were able to perform the repairs within 2 weeks. The new deck looks great and the team was done in less than a day. Would recommend!"
Before work started
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 Tear off and starting to install
 Installing process
 Install and removing

+7

Response time2 days
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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ZLK Seamless Guttering
5.0(
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Serving Kirkwood, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They came on time, well prepared to repair gutters. They help to correct other parts that were in need. The result work looks as I expected. They guarantee their job. I would call them if there is a problem. Thanks a lot."
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+12

Response time3 days
Response rate99%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dirt to Done Construction
5.0(
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Serving Kirkwood, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

It says it all in the name. Dirt to Done!! We can start from the Dirt and hand you the keys to your dream when we're Done! We can provide services in every category and field in the construction industry. With over 35 years of experience in all trades we've got what it takes to get the job done RIGHT THE FIRST TIME at the RiGHT PRICE!! \n\n Our team is set up, ready and able to handle just about any task . It doesn't matter if it's flooring, framing, drywall, electrical, plumbing, whole home build, natural disaster or just need paint to make it better!! We can handle it for you!!

My jobs
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+14

27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Riverside Painters
4.4(
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Serving Kirkwood, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"A great company on time did a great job I would definitely recommend them. Cleaned up after the work was done covered all areas where work was being done."
Window
Window
Front door
Front door
Wall panels

+40

Response time9 hrs
Response rate99%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Building a deck is often worth the investment, not only because it provides more utility to your yard and gives you more space to entertain but also because decks tend to add value to your home. Keep in mind that second-story decks often require concrete footings, which means they will bump up your property taxes, while decks built on the first story generally don’t require a permanent foundation and won’t affect your taxes. Even with the tax increase, decks are usually a good investment in the long run.

Deck stairs should have at least three stringers rather than two. The recommended minimum width for stairs is 36 inches, and the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors recommends at least three cut stringers to provide sufficient support on wood decking stairs of this width. Generally, stringers should be a maximum of 16 inches apart for wood decking and 12 inches apart for more flexible composite decking.

Ideally, a gate should be able to swing both in and out. However, if it can only open in one direction, it is generally best for it to swing inward. This is often the safest option, especially for deck gates near steps, as you'll want the gate to swing away from the stairs. An inward swing also prevents the gate from opening into a public space, like a sidewalk, and can be more convenient when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

There are exceptions, however. The layout of your property may require a different approach. For example, if your property is on a slope, the gate may not be able to swing inward. You should also ensure the gate can open fully without colliding with any objects or blocking access to other areas. For a backyard garden gate where public access isn't a concern, the direction it swings is largely a matter of personal preference. Finally, always check your local building codes, as they may have specific requirements for which way a gate must swing.

In most cases, sanding an old deck before staining it is necessary to achieve a decent finish. If your old deck has a relatively new stain finish on it and you're only doing touch-ups, you can generally skip the sanding part. However, if your goal is to make the deck look and function better, sanding first is a must. 

The overhang, or nosing, of deck steps is another area that will be covered in building code requirements. The noses on your deck steps should have a minimum overhang of ¾ inch. For safety, usability, and code compliance, the nosing of deck steps should not extend past 1¼ inches.

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