Hello, I am a recently retired educator and coach. I learned building trades from my father as I 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, reasonable service.
Hello, I am a recently retired educator and coach. I learned building trades from my father as I 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, reasonable 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."
The A/R Roofing team is more than qualified to complete your residential and commercial roofing and exterior remodeling projects. With more than two decades of experience in residential and commercial exterior work, we have established a reputation for doing honest, quality work at a great price. We know it's pretty easy to find crews to work on the exterior of your home or business, but you must be careful who you trust. Smaller crews are not always licensed and insured, so hiring them is risky. We want the best for you, and that's why all our crews are licensed and insured to protect you or your business in the event of an accident. We want to give you the best and be able to guarantee the work we do on your property; that's why use only top-notch, nationally-respected manufacturers to source materials for our jobs.
"Outstanding roofing job. high quality in a timely manner. They left no room for improvement. This homeowner couldn't be happier."
Russ M on October 2025
The A/R Roofing team is more than qualified to complete your residential and commercial roofing and exterior remodeling projects. With more than two decades of experience in residential and commercial exterior work, we have established a reputation for doing honest, quality work at a great price. We know it's pretty easy to find crews to work on the exterior of your home or business, but you must be careful who you trust. Smaller crews are not always licensed and insured, so hiring them is risky. We want the best for you, and that's why all our crews are licensed and insured to protect you or your business in the event of an accident. We want to give you the best and be able to guarantee the work we do on your property; that's why use only top-notch, nationally-respected manufacturers to source materials for our jobs.
"Outstanding roofing job. high quality in a timely manner. They left no room for improvement. This homeowner couldn't be happier."
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.
St. Charles Home Improvements is a partnership bringing together over 25 years of knowledge and expertise in the construction and insurance (as pertaining to construction) fields. We offer a variety of promotional discounts and savings pertaining to first-time and repeat customers, as well as special offers for referrals and reviews.
St. Charles Home Improvements is a partnership bringing together over 25 years of knowledge and expertise in the construction and insurance (as pertaining to construction) fields. We offer a variety of promotional discounts and savings pertaining to first-time and repeat customers, as well as special offers for referrals and reviews.
New or repair everything from foundation to roof, to pouring sidewalks and driveways, to painting, plumbing, home additions, garages, everything you can imagine.. We do it all
New or repair everything from foundation to roof, to pouring sidewalks and driveways, to painting, plumbing, home additions, garages, everything you can imagine.. We do it all
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Stucco questions, answered by experts
There are two ways to determine which renovation will add the most value to a house. One is based on money alone, and the other is based on the percentage of money spent versus money earned when selling the home. While these values vary, the best projects to add value based on percentages are exterior painting, replacing doors and windows, replacing the garage door, roofing replacement, and upgrading the siding.
Aluminum siding isn't the only type of siding material on the market for giving your home's exterior a makeover. Alternatives to aluminum siding include vinyl siding, wood siding, composite siding, and brick veneer siding. Each siding material comes with strengths and weaknesses that could influence your decision based on your particular circumstances, so it's important to look into each type as they pertain to your home and lifestyle before deciding.
A popular competitor to aluminum siding is vinyl siding, which has a similar price and is lower maintenance but comes with a shorter life span.
A standard drill will work just fine if you’re drilling small holes, and only a few of them. But anything with a diameter larger than 3/8 inch is best done with a hammer drill, since it is stronger, faster, and also makes your drill bits last longer. While you don’t absolutely need a hammer drill for stucco, it is a worthy investment if you think you might drill more holes down the road.
Stucco is considered a type of cladding because it includes a built-in ventilation layer, a weatherproof membrane beneath that, and, often, a layer of insulation to improve building efficiency. The multiple layers of stucco—the scratch coat, the brown coat, and the finish coat—also create a more complex building membrane, so it’s more accurate to call it cladding. However, homeowners and contractors alike refer to stucco as siding.
Stucco applied over brick can last 30 to 50 years or more when correctly applied and properly maintained. Stucco’s lifespan can be shortened by improper application, incorrectly mixed material, lack of preparation before application, and lack of maintenance. To get the most life out of your stucco siding, keep up with maintenance and repair any damage as soon as you discover it.
The New Haven, MO homeowners’ guide to stucco services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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.
Knowing how to measure for siding gives you a more accurate estimate for installation cost. Learn how to get measurements yourself in just a few steps.
Traditional stucco and synthetic stucco are two excellent options for your home. Both materials can last 50 years or more, and can provide excellent protection for your home against the elements.
