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38 Years In Business

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3011 St Louis Ave
Fort Wayne, IN 46809
decksandhardwood.com

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Service Details

    Areas of Expertise

    • Decks Install and Repair
    • Hardwood Floor Refinishing
    • No job is too small or too big.
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    Cost Information

    • Free Estimates

    Ratings

    4.7
    99 Verified Reviews
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    Highly rated for

    • Overall Rating
    • Value
    • Customer Service
    • Quality
    Showing 1-10 of 99 results
    5.0 Nancy M. Ossian, IN
    5/28/2026

    I am so pleased with my front door area stoop. James Steele was a pro with working on this project. He was very professional and courteous. He answered all my questions. It looks fantastic, I love how it turned out. I’ve already talked to James about doing something with my back deck at a later date.

    5.0 Brittany J. Fort Wayne, IN
    3/22/2026

    James is super talented and very responsive! I desperately needed a new deck and steps built and he was more than accommodating as to what I needed done. Super communicative, knowledgeable and quick! Highly recommend Decks and Hardwood if you’re in need of quality work! Thank you so much for everything, James!!

    5.0 Katherine G. Fort Wayne, IN
    12/18/2025

    James was very efficient. He was such a hard worker and very helpful getting the patio cleared to be able to start the deck. I would highly recommend him.

    5.0 Tina H. Waterloo, IN
    11/24/2025

    We were so excited to have someone we could trust and even more excited when James was done before his scheduled time. Did a great job and we were very satisfied with the results. Thanks James! So glad we found you!

    2.0 Aaron C. Auburn, IN
    10/3/2025

    His communication with us was only when I messaged him. Work was delayed with not communication as to why. Very unsatisfied with the work done.

    5.0 Rick P. Fort Wayne, IN
    8/29/2025

    We had our deck redone by James Steele and he did an awesome job in a timely fashion. Was fair, on time and professional.

    5.0 Randy S. Andrews, IN
    7/26/2025

    I usually don’t have good luck with contractors but james built the deck exactly the way I wanted it the first time and his quality of work was excellent. He was also here when he said he would be. I would definitely recommend him!!!

    3.0 Kathy D. Fort Wayne, IN
    7/10/2025

    James came when he said he would and got right to work. The workmanship should have been better. It was not as precise as I expected from a professional. Additionally, he did not caulk the spaces that were left, just told me to have the painter do it.

    Response from Company:

    She told me she was hiring a painter. Never mentioned they wanted it caulked by me. Sorry for the confusion.

    5.0 Irene T. Columbia City, IN
    7/2/2025

    Professional, good communication and explained process in a comprehensive way. Would hire again in the future.

    5.0 Jill H. Columbia City, IN
    6/11/2025

    I honestly could not be more pleased. Mr. Steele was honest and his communication clear. His work was outstanding and timely, even when faced with uncooperative weather. I would give him my highest recommendation to anyone.

    Photos

    5
    Refinished Hardwood Floor
    13
    Deck Samples

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