Custom-built Minnesota lakeside deck at golden hour
Booking 2026 Season · Twin Cities, MN

Decks that elevate Minnesota homes.

Monty Construction crafts durable, beautifully engineered outdoor spaces across the Twin Cities — built for our winters, designed for the way you live outside.

5.0 · Local homeowners
Licensed & Insured · MN10+ Years Experience
Licensed & Insured
Serving the Twin Cities
Residential Deck Specialists
Free Estimates

What we build

A focused range of services, done exceptionally well.

Every project — from a quick repair to a full custom build — gets the same level of craft and care.

Custom Deck Builds

Designed around your home, your yard, and the way you live outdoors.

Deck Replacement

Tear-out and full rebuilds with modern framing and weather-ready materials.

Deck Repairs

Boards, joists, fasteners, and structural fixes — restored to like-new.

Wood & Composite

Cedar, treated lumber, Trex, TimberTech — honest guidance on what fits.

Railings & Stairs

Cable, aluminum, composite, and wood railings with code-compliant stairs.

Outdoor Living

Pergolas, privacy screens, lighting, and built-ins to finish the space.

Selected work

Recent builds from Twin Cities homes.

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Composite Deck with Aluminum Rail
Twin Cities, MN · Custom Build
Composite Deck with Aluminum Rail
Built-in Bench Seating
Stillwater, MN
Built-in Bench Seating
Mitered Bench Detail
Craftsmanship Up Close
Mitered Bench Detail
Backyard Platform Deck
Minneapolis, MN
Backyard Platform Deck

Why homeowners choose us

Built carefully. Built once. Built to last.

We're a small Minnesota crew that takes residential decks seriously. No subcontracted labor, no rushed schedules — just clean, professional work that holds up.

  • Built for Minnesota winters

    Frost-depth footings, code-correct framing, and materials chosen to handle freeze-thaw season after season.

  • Craftsmanship on every board

    Hidden fasteners, tight reveals, square corners. The little details that separate a good deck from a great one.

  • Honest, written estimates

    Clear scope, clear pricing, no surprises. What we quote is what you pay.

  • Reliable timelines

    Small crew, focused schedule. We start when we say we'll start and finish when we say we'll finish.

The process

Four simple steps from idea to finished deck.

  1. 01

    Free Consultation

    We visit, listen, and learn how you want to use your space.

  2. 02

    Design & Planning

    Layout, materials, permits, and a clear written estimate.

  3. 03

    Build & Construction

    Clean job site, quality framing, daily progress updates.

  4. 04

    Final Walkthrough

    We walk every detail with you before the project is complete.

Matt Unklesbay with his family in the mountains
About the Owner

Matt Unklesbay, Owner of Monty Construction

Matt Unklesbay started Monty Construction in 2002 with a simple commitment: do quality work, treat people honestly, and take pride in every detail.

A skilled craftsman with a meticulous and creative eye, Matt brings both precision and practicality to every project. He is known for being extremely hardworking, honest, and “salt of the earth” — the kind of person who shows up, follows through, and stands behind his work.

In addition to owning Monty Construction, Matt serves as a Minneapolis firefighter. On his four days off each week, he continues to do what he has always loved: building, creating, and helping homeowners bring their ideas to life.

Matt lives in Stillwater with his wife and two boys. Outside of work, he is an avid hunter, fisherman, and garlic farmer. His strong work ethic, steady character, and hands-on craftsmanship are at the heart of Monty Construction.

Built on integrity since 2002
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From Twin Cities homeowners

Work we're proud to put our name on.

"Monty Construction rebuilt our back deck in late summer and it came out better than we pictured. Crew was on time every day and cleaned up nightly."
Sarah M.
Edina, MN
"Honest quote, no surprises, and the framing work is rock solid. You can tell they care about doing it right."
Dan R.
Maple Grove, MN
"Great communication from start to finish. Replaced our old deck with composite and added a railing — looks fantastic."
Priya K.
St. Paul, MN

Common questions

Answers before you request your estimate.

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Tell us a bit about what you have in mind. We'll follow up to schedule a free on-site consultation across the Twin Cities metro.

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