Serving Franklin, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
Customers say: True professional
"Excellent work, done on time and in budget. Very easy to work with and dependable"
Serving Franklin, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Built to Last Construction was recommended to my husband and me by his brother. They remodeled my bother-in law's kitchen and built him a beautiful deck, which is featured on their website at https://www.b2lconstruction.com. We hired them to remodel our kitchen. It turned out beautiful. Tom even built pull out drawers for my cupboard panty and added a heat vent along the floor. The extra time and detail they took to get it just right was amazing. I recommended them to a friend who is keeping them busy with projects at her home. My friend recommended them to someone else who has had a hard time finding someone to update her deck. She will not be disappointed."
+30
Serving Franklin, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1971
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Outstanding Experience with TEMO – Our Patio Cover is a Dream Come True! We recently had a TEMO cathedral-style patio cover installed, and we couldn’t be happier with the results! From start to finish, the entire experience was seamless, professional, and exceeded our expectations. The design of the cathedral roof instantly elevated the look of our backyard – it’s both elegant and functional. The vaulted ceiling gives the space an airy, open feel, and it blends beautifully with our home’s architecture. TEMO’s materials are clearly top quality – everything feels sturdy, well-crafted, and built to last. The team that handled the installation was courteous, punctual, and meticulous. They took great care to ensure everything was installed properly and cleaned up thoroughly after the job. Communication was clear throughout the process, and any questions we had were answered quickly and professionally. We’ve already hosted several gatherings under our new patio cover, and guests constantly compliment the space. It provides excellent shade, keeps the area cooler, and has truly transformed how we use our outdoor space. If you’re considering a patio cover, I highly recommend TEMO. Their craftsmanship, customer service, and product quality are unmatched. We couldn’t be more thrilled!"
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Serving Franklin, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1991
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Working with Paige at Miles Bradley for our 16x16 Trex deck was a very pleasant experience. They took care of all the permits, were on time with their scheduled dates and we LOVE the final result. The construction is top notch. They also built us a really cool back bar counter with the Trex that we use all the time and everyone who comes over loves it. Highly recommended company to do business with."
+1
Serving Franklin, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2002
Credit card accepted
Customers say: Super punctual
"Yes good service completed work"
+1
Serving Franklin, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1994
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"they are alright for patio to expensize for gazebo"
+50
Serving Franklin, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2004
Customers say: True professional
"They did a great job of resurfacing my existing 450 sq. ft. wood deck with TREX Select Earth Tones (Saddle) material. They did not just replace the boards, they greatly improved the design and look of the deck."
+19
Serving Franklin, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1988
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"We had GMC scrape, caulk & paint the outside of our house, plus windows for a reasonable price. They showed up on time, we’re nice, pleasant & thorough. Work was very well done& they finished in a timely manner. We highly recommend GMC & will use them again for interior painting."
Serving Franklin, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Warranties offered
Small jobs welcome
"Lucas was able to install a bathroom fan for us, install a vanity, paint our basement ceilings, install lights in our basement, and complete a closet install in our upstairs bedroom. This work was completed within a timely manner and Lucas was responsive and communicative throughout the entire process. He was very thorough in his work as well."
+32
Serving Franklin, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 1996
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"Repairman found that the incorrect hardware was used on our doors when initially installed; installed correct hardware on both doors. Very helpful and professional!"
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