Outdoor Living in Bloomfield Hills, MI.
Estate lots here call for substantial outdoor living — covered porches, outdoor kitchens, and stone patios that work with the mature landscaping.
Outdoor Living in Bloomfield Hills
Bloomfield Hills is our home base. The housing here runs from 1950s and 60s custom homes near Cranbrook and Long Lake to estate-scale new builds, on large lots with mature trees and high finish expectations throughout.
Typical range: $15,000 – $75,000+ · Timeline: 4–10 weeks. Every project is a fixed-price contract with permits pulled and inspections scheduled by us.
What we handle
Scope
- Composite and natural wood decks
- Screened porches and three-season rooms
- Pergolas and covered structures
- Outdoor kitchens with gas and water
- Stone patios and walkways
Permits in Bloomfield Hills
- The City of Bloomfield Hills and Bloomfield Township both run organized building departments, with most residential permits clearing review in two to four weeks. We pull every permit and meet inspectors on site.
Every project includes
- Fixed-price written contract
- Permits pulled by us
- Daily site cleanup, weekly updates
- One-year workmanship warranty
Outdoor Living in Bloomfield Hills: questions.
How much should a deck or outdoor living project cost in Bloomfield Hills, MI?
A basic pressure-treated deck runs $15,000 to $28,000; the same footprint in composite runs $22,000 to $40,000. Screened porches add $20,000 to $50,000 or more depending on the roof design, and full outdoor kitchens with gas, water, and built-in appliances start around $30,000. Bloomfield Hills sits at the upper end of the Oakland County range because of higher finish expectations and the prevalence of custom work.
How long does a deck or outdoor living project take in Bloomfield Hills?
Most outdoor projects run 4 to 10 weeks once permitted. Footings cannot be poured in frozen ground (roughly December through mid-March here), so winter starts focus on design and permitting for a spring build.
Do you pull permits for outdoor living in Bloomfield Hills?
Yes, on every job. The City of Bloomfield Hills and Bloomfield Township both run organized building departments, with most residential permits clearing review in two to four weeks. We pull every permit and meet inspectors on site.
What is the difference between composite decking and natural wood?
Composite (Trex, TimberTech, Fiberon) costs 20 to 40 percent more in material than pressure-treated lumber but needs almost no maintenance and will not split, warp, or splinter. Pressure-treated wood is cheaper but needs annual sealing. For most clients we recommend composite for its longevity over Michigan freeze-thaw cycles.