Handcrafting Quality Decks Since 2015

Handcrafting Quality Decks Since 2015

About Us

About Us

Graber Outdoors History

Graber Outdoors is a small second-generation business founded in 1999 by an Amish man seeking to support his family while working from home on the farm.
 
Jacob Graber retired from many years in the construction industry, built a small shop, and ventured into a lawn and patio business proudly formed as JAM Wood Products LLC. Jacob and his sons hand-built lawn furniture, playground equipment, and gazebos for many years.
 
John, the current owner, grew up working with his dad in the shop and quickly developed a passion for designing and building outdoor structures.
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Bellchamber Project - Beautiful Leaf Deck

How We Got Started

In 2011, John purchased the business from his father and faced industry changes that greatly impacted his business model, especially with CNC routers now able to manufacture 20 Adirondack chairs in a fraction of the time they could be hand-built in the shop.
 
In 2015, Graber Outdoors evolved as a DBA and expanded into more on-site construction, leveraging their 15 years of experience in the outdoor structure industry. Trex decking quickly became their material of choice, and Graber Outdoors experienced rapid growth.

Where We Are Today

John Graber brings over 15 years of experience in the lawn and patio industry and is dedicated to enhancing clients’ outdoor living spaces. A passion for outdoor living spaces, cultivated in the woodworking shop, compensated for his grade school education, with his formative years spent building rather than attending high school.
 
In 2020, John welcomed four primary builders as business partners to strengthen management and business development. Today, Graber Outdoors stands as the largest Trex deck building firm in the KC metro market, while staying true to their early roots and family tradition of excellence.
 
Continuing their legacy of partnership with the nation’s leading composite deck company has been a rewarding experience for Graber Outdoors.

The Rest Is History!!

We are proud to have achieved being the premier Trex Deck builders in Kansas City, Lake Of The Ozarks, Jamesport MO, Columbia MO, St Louis MO, Wichita KS, Des Moines IA & Beyond.

Trex Decking Specialists

Hailing from the heart of Amish country, Graber Outdoors is deeply rooted in Trex Decking expertise and fostering lasting connections with our customers.

At the core of our values lies an unwavering dedication to providing unparalleled service, guaranteeing excellence at every stage of the deck building journey.

Regional Commitment

As the Midwest's leading Trex deck expert, we guarantee outstanding craftsmanship on every project.

Serving a wide range of locations across the region, we offer free estimates and detailed project drawings. For your convenience, we also offer multiple free estimates to ensure you make a fully informed decision.

Seamless Construction Care

We handle all permit requirements for every project and ensure there's a portable bathroom facility available for our job sites. This allows homeowners like you to secure your property and go about your day while we work.

Our meticulous attention to detail guarantees a seamless construction process without disrupting your daily routine.

The Graber Outdoors Difference!

At Graber Outdoors, your top deck builder in The Midwest, we take pride in delivering exceptional results with our Trex Pro Platinum certified installation process, ensuring the highest quality standards for your deck. We stand behind our work with a 10-year labor warranty, providing you with peace of mind.

Our dedication to excellence as a deck contractor is evident in every detail, from picture framing on decks and stairs that adds a refined touch to the use of hidden fasteners for a clean, uninterrupted surface.

Before

Whitely Before Photo

After

Whitely After Photo

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Builders You Can Trust!

Our deck builder team has more than 40 years of combined experience. We are also members of the Better Business Bureau, HomeAdvisor, and Porch. If you want superior workmanship at affordable rates in the Kansas City MO, Jamesport MO, Lake of the Ozarks, Columbia MO, St Louis MO, Wichita KS, & Des Moines IA areas, we are the backyard specialists to trust.

In A Nutshell, How Our Company Started

John decided to expand from J.A.M. Wood Products to a full-service business that caters to all of your lawn, garden, and outdoor seating needs. In 2015, he established Graber Outdoors to provide:

Decks ~ Gazebos ~ Pergolas ~ Screenrooms ~ Outdoor Living Spaces ~ Custom Curved Decks

The Graber Outdoors Difference

As a premier Trex deck builder, what makes us different?

Very Professional ~ Epic Customer Service ~ Meticulous Attention To Detail

Premium Product Offering

TrexPro Platinum Logo

Superior Product ~ Eco Friendly ~ Amazing Warranty

Below are some frequently asked questions we receive.
Click on the dropdowns to read our detailed answers!

Graber Outdoor proudly specializes in building Trex decks. Along with that, we also focus on porch, patios, 3 and 4 season rooms, pergolas and deck/patio roofs.

 Graber Outdoors uses Trex exclusively for most of our projects because we firmly stand behind the warranties offered as well as the quality of material that Trex presents. Having been founded in 1991, Trex is the longest standing outdoor living space manufacturer in the country.

Graber Outdoors does not use sub contractors for their deck projects. The deck builders are in house crew members that have a passion for construction and spend everyday building and working hard to help make the customers dreams come true! Sub contractors are used in conjunction with concrete work, electrical work, plumbing needs, etc.

When you approve your proposal with Graber Outdoors they will provide you with a start date and an approximate project build time. The start date can and may be affected by weather and other unforeseeable circumstances. However, all adjustments will be clearly communicated to you via email and phone calls in a timely manner.
Once your project starts Graber Outdoors will stay on your project until it is completely to your satisfaction. Typically, an average size deck takes approximately 5 days with a large deck taking 20 to 30 days depending on the size and plans of your deck.

Graber Outdoors offers an in house 10 year labor warranty on all work do by Graber Outdoors. Also, as a Trex Pro Platinum you get up to a 12 year labor warranty from Trex directly on your Trex deck. Material warranties are offered by manufacturers based on brand as well as grade. It’s always a good idea to educate yourself on what materials you’re using and what warranties are offered with them.

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