What matters most about your outdoor project?
Every good deck, arbor or gazebo starts with what you want to do outside, and with what worries you about getting there. Pick the question that sounds most like yours.
Since 1990, J.R. has sat down with San Antonio homeowners at the kitchen table and out in the back yard. The same handful of questions come up every time: what can we build, how do we keep the sun off, what will it cost, how long will it take, and who can we trust to do it right. We’ve gathered what we’ve learned into eight short guides. Start with the one that’s on your mind, and call us at (210) 789-5677 when you’re ready to talk it through.
Planning YourOutdoor Living
The best outdoor spaces aren't designed around boards and railings. They're designed around the way your family wants to live outside, and planning that first is what turns a deck into the…
ContinueShading YourBackyard
In San Antonio, shade is what decides whether a deck gets used from June to September. Planning it from the start, with the right mix of pergola, arbor, gazebo or cover, turns…
ContinueReplacing YourOld Deck
An aging deck isn't always a teardown, but new boards on a failing frame are money wasted. The right answer starts with an honest look underneath, and often ends with a deck…
ContinueChoosing YourMaterials
There's no single best decking material, only the best one for your home, your budget and how long you'll live there. Balancing cost against durability and upkeep is how you build it…
ContinueBudgeting YourProject
A deck budget works best when the price is firm and you know what drives it. Our bids are firm quotes, not estimates, so you'll never pay more than quoted, and we'll…
ContinueScheduling YourBuild
A good project has a clear path from the first call to the final walkthrough. Planning the schedule around your life, handling permits early and delivering materials only when they can be…
ContinueProtecting YourInvestment
A well-built deck can serve your family for decades. Two warranties, a little routine care and a builder who still answers the phone after the job is done are what keep it…
ContinueHiring YourBuilder
Outstanding service means understanding your needs, sticking to the quoted price, showing up on time and finishing when promised. Choosing a specialist with a long record, and talking directly to the person…
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