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Deck replacement and covered decks in Wenonah (55417)
Wenonah filled in after World War II with small Cape Cods and ramblers on regular lots, so most backyards have room for a deck, a patio and a garden if the plan stays tidy.
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Wenonah at a glance
Building around the low back doors of Wenonah's post-war houses
Post-war Cape Cods and ramblers sit low to the ground, so the typical back door in Wenonah is only a couple of steps above the yard. That sounds easy, but low decks bring their own problems. Joists a foot off the dirt never fully dry, and the deck that came with the house, or the one added in the 1980s, is often rotting from below while the surface still looks fine. When we replace one, we raise the frame a little where the door allows, use ground-contact lumber and leave room for air to move underneath.
Living east of Lake Nokomis also puts you close to the airport approach, and with planes overhead and neighbors close by, many owners ask for a covered deck and a privacy wall rather than a wide-open deck. A roof needs real footings and a beam sized for snow, so we plan it from the ground up instead of bolting posts onto an old frame. Lots here usually have space to pair the deck with a small paver patio as well. Phone us, and we'll sketch both on one plan so the steps, patio and deck work together.
Deck jobs that come up again and again in Wenonah
Rotten frames under decent boards
Low decks look fine from above until a foot goes through. We pull a few boards, probe the joists and beam, and tell you plainly whether resurfacing will hold or the whole frame needs replacing.
Adding a roof over the deck
A covered deck gives you shade and a dry seat during summer storms. We set new footings below frost, size the beam and rafters for Minnesota snow, and tie the new roof neatly into the house.
Privacy on close-set lots
Houses stand near each other here, so a slatted screen or a short wall along one side makes the deck feel more private. We frame it to stand up to wind and match it to the railing.
Wide steps down to a patio
Broad steps from a low deck onto a paver patio give you two outdoor rooms. We grade and compact the base, set the pavers and build the stairs so the step down stays level and dry.
Deck services Wenonah homeowners call us for
Typical prices for these jobs in Wenonah
Ranges from 2026 Twin Cities projects. Your price comes in a written scope after we see the site.
| Service | Typical range | Priced |
|---|---|---|
| Deck Replacement | $42 to $98 | per square foot including tear-off |
| Covered Decks and Deck Roofs | $19,400 to $61,300 | per covered area |
| Ground-Level and Platform Decks | $31 to $69 | per square foot installed |
| Deck Privacy Screens and Walls | $1,460 to $5,980 | per screen run |
| Paver Patio Installation | $19 to $47 | per square foot |
| Composite Deck Installation | $58 to $97 | per square foot installed |
Deck questions from Wenonah
Is it worth replacing just the boards on an older Wenonah deck?
Only when the frame underneath is still solid. On low decks built close to the ground, joist tops and beams often rot first. We check them with a probe before giving you any number. If they're firm, new boards and rails make sense. If they're soft, putting new boards on old framing just postpones a full replacement.
Can a Wenonah rambler deck get a roof without changing the house roofline?
Usually, yes. Most low ramblers here take a separate shed roof or small gable that sits just under the eaves, carried by its own posts and a beam on new footings. We look at eave height, window tops and the gutter line first, then draw a roof that sheds snow without dumping water on the steps.
Which deck boards suit Wenonah's low, damp backyards?
Composite and PVC boards handle moisture near grade much better than wood, though the frame below is still lumber and needs ground-contact rating and airflow. Where you want a wood surface, we use treated boards rated for ground contact and seal them. Either way, we keep the frame high enough to dry out.
Deck work in Wenonah? Call any hour.
We are on the phone 24/7 and on site across Wenonah every week. Tell us about the deck and we will set a visit.