The Best Custom Patio, Hardscape and Driveway Contractor in South Lyon, Michigan

Ventures is South Lyon’s best contractor for custom patios, hardscapes, driveways, retaining walls, and walkways. With a decade’s experience and crews of the best masons and carpenters in southeast Michigan, Ventures is your number-one design and build company.

We love working in South Lyon. Our co-owners and many of our staff members are alumni of South Lyon High. Bringing incredible outdoor living spaces to our hometown is an absolute pleasure. If your home is in need of an upgrade to its outdoor living space, Ventures is the premier choice. Every job is custom-designed to suit the homeowner’s taste and constructed with the highest level of craftsmanship and attention to detail.

How long has Ventures been building custom patios and hardscapes in South Lyon, Michigan?

Ventures has been building custom patios and hardscapes in South Lyon, Michigan for over 10 years. Over the years we’ve built a reputation as one of Michigan’s best contractors to hire for custom patios, decks, driveways, walkways and retaining walls. 

What types of patios and hardscapes do we specialize in?

Ventures specializes in the design and construction of fully customized patios, decks, driveways, retaining walls, walkways and athletic courts. Our team of masons are experts in the field and have years of experience building some of the most beautiful masonry in Michigan; from intricately laid patios, to multi level stone terraces, dramatic brick driveways to ledgerock retaining walls. Ventures sources only the highest quality building materials. During the selections stage of your project, our specialist will walk you through selecting the perfect materials, colors, textures and patterns. For brick pavers we proudly work with Unilock, Fendt, Techo-bloc, Oaks Landscape Products and Rosetta and others. For natural stone we source Blue Stone, Slate and Travertine. For composite decks we use Trex and TimberTech. 

How much does a custom patio or deck cost in South Lyon, Michigan?

Having a custom patio or deck built in South Lyon, Michigan can range from $5K - $100K. With fully customized patios, decks and hardscaping, there is a huge range depending on size, materials (brick, stone, pavers) and intricacy of design. Many of our patio clients choose to build full outdoor living spaces with outdoor kitchens, pools and spas, fire features and shade cover such as a pergola or pavilion. Others are looking for something simple like a new driveway and landscaping beds. Our experienced team of designers and sales consultants will work with you and your budget to build the custom patio, deck or hardscape of your dreams. 

How long does the design and build process take?

The construction process for a custom patio or deck can take anywhere from 1 week to a couple months. That doesn’t include time spent on design, selections, permitting or other landscaping features. On average a simple project that includes a custom outdoor patio and surrounding landscape will take 2-4 weeks to complete. Like everything in Michigan, the time of year and weather can also have a big impact on the overall timeline. If you’re thinking about adding a custom patio or hardscape to your home it’s never too early to start planning.

Are permits required to build a patio or deck in South Lyon, Michigan?

Yes, permits are almost always required to build patios and decks in South Lyon, Michigan. We have extensive experience working with the South Lyon Building Department and are familiar with local building codes. When you choose us to build your deck or patio we manage every step of the permitting process from application to final inspection.

Check out our portfolio to see the full breadth of what we build: