Remodeling and general contracting in Des Peres, Missouri

The housing in Des Peres

A mix of mid-century ranches and large homes built since 2000.

Houses of this age in Des Peres frequently have 100-amp electrical service, aging drain lines and original ductwork. A whole-home renovation lets us renew all of it at once while opening the floor plan.

Basements and foundations

New homes have tall basements ready to finish. Older ranches have big footprints below and need moisture and material evaluation first.

Basements under the 1950s to 1970s homes of Des Peres are usually dry and full height, and many were finished decades ago with paneling, acoustic tile and nine-inch floor tile. Those materials need testing before they are disturbed. Once cleared, the big ranch footprints give generous lower levels.

Kitchens, baths and interiors

In original houses, whole-floor renovation is common. In new ones, work is personalization: built-ins, millwork and upgraded baths.

Mid-century kitchens in Des Peres are compact and walled off. In a ranch the fix is often straightforward, since interior partitions carry little load, and opening the kitchen to the living area transforms the house. Electrical service usually needs upgrading to support modern appliances.

Decks, additions and exteriors

Screened porches, covered patios and additions. Lot coverage limits are a real constraint given the size of new homes.

Mid-century lots in Des Peres are wide and level with mature trees, which makes them excellent for screened porches and low decks. Shade means damp, so composite decking and rot-proof trim earn their cost here.

Permits in Des Peres

The City of Des Peres reviews and issues permits.

We prepare the drawings, submit the application, meet the inspectors and close the permit. If your subdivision has an architectural committee, we put together that package as well. Our permit guide and HOA approval guide explain both processes.

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