Outdoor Living in Commerce Township, MI.
Composite decks, screened porches, and outdoor kitchens for lake-area and subdivision homes.
Outdoor Living in Commerce Township
Commerce Township sits in growing western Oakland County, from Walled Lake toward Milford, with newer subdivisions, established neighborhoods, and lake properties on Commerce and Lower Straits Lakes. Most work is on 2000s-era homes and lakefront renovations.
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 Commerce Township
- Commerce Township runs an organized building department, with EGLE review for waterfront work and HOA submissions for many newer subdivisions. We handle all of it.
Every project includes
- Fixed-price written contract
- Permits pulled by us
- Daily site cleanup, weekly updates
- One-year workmanship warranty
Outdoor Living in Commerce Township: questions.
How much should a deck or outdoor living project cost in Commerce Township, 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.
How long does a deck or outdoor living project take in Commerce Township?
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 Commerce Township?
Yes, on every job. Commerce Township runs an organized building department, with EGLE review for waterfront work and HOA submissions for many newer subdivisions. We handle all of it.
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.