Expert General Contracting
2026-09-15T18:55:51.768Z
We had an overwhelmingly positive experience working with Mike and his team, and I would 100% recommend him to anyone looking to transform their outdoor living space.Our project included a 16' x 25' Trex deck with a roof, natural gas fireplace and TV wall, as well as a 15' x 16' lighted patio and walkway. From our initial meeting through completion, Mike was responsive, honest, and incredibly easy to work with. He originally estimated approximately three weeks for construction, and we finished just shy of four weeks, which was remarkably close considering the size and complexity of the project and some additional subcontracted work along the way.The finished space is fantastic. The deck is beautiful, the fireplace and TV wall came out absolutely gorgeous, and the craftsmanship throughout is excellent. Mike's crew consistently showed up on time, was professional, and respected my home. The subcontractors he brought in were equally impressive: clean, courteous, and respectful of our home and schedule, which was especially important since I work from home.What I appreciated most about working with Mike was that this wasn't treated as simply building another deck. My biggest advice to anyone considering a project like this is to reimagine what your outdoor space can be and ask questions throughout the process.Mike was incredibly receptive to sitting down with us and thinking through not only what we wanted to build, but how we actually planned to use the space. We discussed things like stair placement based on where our grill and furniture would go, the number of stairs, whether we needed a gate, and whether the ceiling should be flat or pitched. We also talked through different materials, including soffit versus tongue-and-groove. These may seem like small decisions individually, but collectively they make a huge difference in how the finished space looks and functions.I strongly encourage anyone working with Mike to ask questions, even the ones you think might be silly. Look at examples of his previous projects, ask what he recommends, and tell him how you envision using the space. Mike will give you honest feedback about whether an idea makes sense for your space and budget. At the same time, if there's something you really want and it can be done, he'll work with you to figure out how to make it happen. He was always receptive to adjustments and new ideas throughout our project. I wanted a dark ceiling for my roof and Mike custom purchased heaters (more below) and recessed lights to fit my vision.We wanted our deck to feel like an extension of our home's living space, and that's exactly what it has become. In addition to the fireplace and TV, we incorporated outdoor heaters so we can comfortably use the space well into late fall and potentially early winter, along with a dining area that gives our family another place to eat, relax, and spend time together.My only regret actually involves something Mike recommended that I declined: adding speakers into the ceiling. Now that we're using the space, I absolutely wish I had listened to him and had them installed! Would've been great for parties and listening to the game from the patio.If you're considering working with Mike, don't limit yourself to thinking about simply replacing or building a deck. You can, but trust he's capable of more. Think about how you can extend the usable living space of your home. Bring Mike your ideas, even the creative / unconventional ones, and have the conversation. He can help you figure out what works, what doesn't, and where it makes sense to spend your money.Mike and his team delivered a beautiful finished product at a very reasonable price. I would absolutely work with Mike again. We still stay in touch, and as I come up with more creative ideas for the space, I fully expect I'll be reaching back out to him to see what we can do next.100% recommended for anyone looking to build or completely transform an outdoor living space.