Top 10 deck repair services in St. Joseph, MO
Frequently asked questions about deck repair contractors
The cost to repair a deck can vary widely by region, decking material, and deck size. The average deck repair costs are between $100-$500 for basic repairs when a deck doesn’t need major structural work. If more extensive repairs are required, such as board or railing replacement, expect to pay about $500-$2,000.
Homeowners can save money by doing basic repairs themselves, but more extensive repairs should be performed by a deck repair professional to ensure safety and guaranteed work.
Repairing a deck board seems like a straightforward and easy DIY job. There are several steps to proper and thorough decking board repair, however, that may make you think twice and decide to hire a pro to repair the deck for you.
First, remove all nails and screws from the damaged decking board. Inspect the joists and remove the rotten sections of the boards. Measure the exposed section and cut new boards to size. Apply sealant to the newly exposed boards and reinforce and secure the joist. Apply matching wood stain to the new board and nail and/or screw into the existing deck.
It’s not always easy to know if your wood deck is rotten, as rot can begin in areas not easily visible to the naked eye. There are some signs to look out for, though, and it’s important to inspect your deck every season to ensure it’s safe and there are no hazards that need to be addressed.
If your wood deck is older, it may begin to show signs of dry rot, even if it’s made of pressurized wood. Dry rot includes spongy and discolored wood that can flake off or disintegrate when it becomes wet. You can use a screwdriver to test areas of a wood deck for dry rot. When you see signs of dry rot, it’s important to address the problem and get it repaired as soon as possible, because the problem will only get worse and the deck may become dangerous to use.
The average lifespan of a deck can vary greatly, depending on usage, climate, and deck material. However, the general average lifespan of a deck is about 10-20 years. You can prolong the lifespan of a deck up to 20 years with proper maintenance, prompt repairs, and weatherproofing as needed or every couple of years.
Recent reviews for St. Joseph deck repair services
Jim is professional, knowledgeable and capable of completing most any home repair project or upgrade in a timely manner and with high quality. I would highly recommend Jim'll Fix It Home Repair!
Honest. Ethical. Excellent work, reliable and affordable. What else do you need? Will use Jim for any and all my home repair needs.
We cannot recommend the character of these guys. I actually did a good job on our deck extension and asked for any recommendations we could give them. I sent them to two different friends of mine and they completely blew them off. I was very embarrassed a...
Excellent work quality. Excellent value. Excellent responsiveness in communication.
Excellent
We had Dustin rip up our old flooring and install new engineered floor. There was a few minor things that had to be fixed, which he did come and repair, if it wasn't for the minor defects in a couple edges and not needed to come repair, we would give 5 s...
This is the worst company I have ever seen. The response he left on someone else’s review is a lie. Make sure you do your homework before hiring this so called Dustin with premier remodeling. He doesn’t show up. Complains he basically is doing the work fo...
I was house sitting for my son for over 5 days waiting on you to finish a job that was to be completed in 3 days. Still wasn't finishes after 7 days. And he NEVER kicked me out of his house. I left to keep from causing more stress for his pregnant wife...
If I could give less than 1 star of course I would. I will give it to Dustin he is a good salesman, but completely lacks ethics, responsibility and is the definition of a con man. From the start of our project Dustin advised he had crews of skilled wo...
Dustin maybe you should get a job as a custodian. Because you suck at remodeling. If you’re going to open a business at least be legitimate. Basically he steals your money and doesn’t come back. He’s a crybaby about anything he has done you don’t like. An...
They did a good job. Repaired some stucco and painted. Cannot tell where they did repair. Good job.
Dustin was terrible from the get go. The very first day was the only day he was on time. He claimed to have crews that would be able to finish sheetrock, paint, install trim and complete my hardwoods with the stain my wife and I chose. We ended up havi...
Over promised and under delivered. Promised a week and it took a month. Workmanship was poor. When I asked questions out of concern, Dustin became defensive and told me I didn't know what I was talking about and that I shouldn't question his expertise....
All Deck Repair Contractors in St. Joseph, MO
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I'm flexible
Repair deck
Stairs
Structural issues
Minor
Wood
Wood
I haven't decided
No, pro must provide materials
No
I'm flexible
I'm not sure
Stairs and railings, Guardrails and balusters, Decking or deck surface, Structural beams, joists or posts, Piers or footings, I just need my whole porch replaced as is.
Warping or water damage, Rotting, cracked or missing boards
Moderate (the deck is potentially unsafe)
No
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them
I'm flexible
I'm not sure
Decking or deck surface
i dont know
Minor (the deck just needs cosmetic repairs)
No
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them
Within a month
Pressure-treated pine
Structural beams, joists or posts, Piers or footings, Roof, pergola or arbor
Warping or water damage, Loose, wobbly or unstable
Serious (the deck is unsafe)
No
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them
I'm flexible
Repair deck
Structural components
Structural issues
Starting to slant
Wood
Wood
No
No, pro must provide materials
No
Within a month
I'm not sure
Stairs and railings, Guardrails and balusters, Decking or deck surface, Structural beams, joists or posts
Warping or water damage, Rotting, cracked or missing boards, Loose, wobbly or unstable
Serious (the deck is unsafe)
No
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them
Within a week
Pressure-treated pine
Stairs and railings
Warping or water damage, Rotting, cracked or missing boards
Minor (the deck just needs cosmetic repairs)
No
No, but I'll provide them
I'm flexible
Decking
Repair deck
Stairs, Railings
Cracked, broken, or missing boards
Minor
Wood
Wood
No
No, pro must provide materials
No
I'm flexible
I'm not sure
Decking or deck surface
Rotting, cracked or missing boards, Needs to be refinished
Moderate (the deck is potentially unsafe)
No
Yes