Deck Builders in St. Louis, MO
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Fees: $25 application fee + valuation-based permit fee. $0-$1,000 project: $19 permit fee ($44 total). $1,001-$2,000: $23 ($48 total). $2,001-$3,000: $30 ($55 total). Over $3,000: $10 per $1,000 of estimated cost.
Timeline: Not published. Multiple city agencies review the application. Permit is issued after all approvals received and permit fee is paid.
Exempt if: All decks and porches require a permit in St. Louis — no size or height exemption. Retaining walls ≤18 inches are exempt but decks are not.
Tips for Hiring a Deck Builder
- 1. Verify their contractor license with your state board
- 2. Get at least 3 written quotes
- 3. Ask who pulls the building permit (it should be them)
- 4. Check for general liability and workers comp insurance
- 5. Never pay more than 30% upfront
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