Troy homes and this kind of project
Because Troy is made up of a historic center ringed by 1990s-and-later subdivisions, the first thing we check for a new deck here is the house rim where the ledger attaches, the slope of the yard and any easement along the back.
The housing stock here: a historic center, 1990s to current subdivisions, and rural property surrounding town.
Walkout lots of this era put decks eight to twelve feet up, which calls for serious footings and bracing.
Lots, exteriors and approvals in Troy
Decks and patio covers are frequent requests. Many lots back to fields with full sun and wind exposure.
Builder decks in Troy from these decades were minimal and are now at or past the end of their safe life. Replacement is a chance to correct ledger flashing, deepen footings and build something sized for how families use outdoor space today.
What is included
On Troy builds we use hot-dipped galvanized or stainless connectors rated for treated lumber, joist tape on every framing member and hidden fasteners on composite, so the surface is clean and the frame is protected.
We take on new deck work across Troy, from subdivisions along Highway 47 and Highway 61 to historic Main Street.
What we watch for
Many Troy subdivisions have architectural review rules on deck color, railing style and size. We get the approval letter in hand before ordering material.
Working on subdivision lots that often back to open fields, as we do in Troy, we plan access for a framing crew and a finish carpenter before the first delivery arrives.
Permits and approvals in Troy
In Troy, a new deck is reviewed by the City of Troy or Lincoln County. What follows is footing, framing and final inspections.
Exterior work in Troy can also involve subdivision covenants, and we put that package together for you.
Schedule and getting to you
Most Troy clients see one to three weeks of construction for a new deck.
Troy is straight north on Highway 61, a little over twenty minutes from our Wentzville base. We plan crew days and deliveries around that drive so you get full working days on site.
What our deck building looks like
Photographs from jobs we have built. We do not label photographs by town, so these may or may not be near Troy; they are here so you can judge the standard of finish before we meet.
What moves the price in Troy
We price deck building in Troy from a site visit, not a square-foot figure. These are the items that change the number.
- Railing type, which can rival the decking in cost: wood, aluminum, cable or glass.
- Shape, levels, built-in seating, lighting and under-deck drainage.
More detail
Our step-by-step method for this work, and the factors that move its price, are laid out on the main deck building page. More about the area is on our Troy page.
Deck Building in Troy: common questions
How long does a new deck take in Troy?
One to three weeks of construction for most decks. In Troy, permit review by the City of Troy or Lincoln County and material lead times affect the start date more than our calendar does.
Do I need approval beyond a permit for a new deck in Troy?
Possibly. In Troy you may be dealing with subdivision covenants. City or county approval and private approval are separate, and we prepare both submittals and wait for written approval before ordering materials.
How high can a deck be without a railing?
Guards are required once the walking surface is more than thirty inches above grade. We often recommend them lower than that where there is a drop to a slope.