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Decks Unlimited

3515 Will Carleton Rd
3.94(
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Decks Unlimited

3515 Will Carleton Rd
3.94(
16
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
230 local quotes requested
18 years of experience

When it comes to installing decks and railings you can always count on the experts at Decks Unlimited to do an exceptional job. At Decks Unlimited they take great pride in every project that they take on and it shows. Offering new installation or remove and replace of entire decks utilizing a wide range of composite and low-maintenance options as well as the standard wood deck installation. If you are looking for the best deck installer, give the experienced and hardworking team at Decks Unlimited a call today to schedule a free consultation. * Unfortunately, we do not offer any repair or staining services at this time. Only full installation.

"Very easy to work with. Listened to what I wanted and kept within budget. Very knowledgeable of the products Trex carries. I talked to several other companies and received bids for the same product. Found out that Decks Unlimited was the subcontractor for one of the big box companies. I have a familiarity with residential construction, and unlike other companies, they didn't try to BS me. Again, unlike others, did not try to up sell me. L Very pleased with their work. They worked well within my HOA constraints. Just had an issue with clean up after the work was done, but I honestly believe it was because of weather, which put them behind schedule on other jobs. Who would have thought we would have rain and snow in the same week that late in the spring? I would highly recommend them."

CLAUDEA H on July 2023

When it comes to installing decks and railings you can always count on the experts at Decks Unlimited to do an exceptional job. At Decks Unlimited they take great pride in every project that they take on and it shows. Offering new installation or remove and replace of entire decks utilizing a wide range of composite and low-maintenance options as well as the standard wood deck installation. If you are looking for the best deck installer, give the experienced and hardworking team at Decks Unlimited a call today to schedule a free consultation. * Unfortunately, we do not offer any repair or staining services at this time. Only full installation.

"Very easy to work with. Listened to what I wanted and kept within budget. Very knowledgeable of the products Trex carries. I talked to several other companies and received bids for the same product. Found out that Decks Unlimited was the subcontractor for one of the big box companies. I have a familiarity with residential construction, and unlike other companies, they didn't try to BS me. Again, unlike others, did not try to up sell me. L Very pleased with their work. They worked well within my HOA constraints. Just had an issue with clean up after the work was done, but I honestly believe it was because of weather, which put them behind schedule on other jobs. Who would have thought we would have rain and snow in the same week that late in the spring? I would highly recommend them."

CLAUDEA H on July 2023


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Mitten Home Company

Servicing Around
5.00(
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Mitten Home Company

Servicing Around
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
932 local quotes requested

BBB Accredited Business, Google Guaranteed Contractor, $0 Down Financing Available! "Homeowner Protection Program" in place to protect Michigan Homeowners hard earned money by not requiring deposits until we show up for the job. Local Michigan Company for all of your roofing and flooring needs.

"It went great! So very satisfied with the deck!"

Laurie S on October 2025

BBB Accredited Business, Google Guaranteed Contractor, $0 Down Financing Available! "Homeowner Protection Program" in place to protect Michigan Homeowners hard earned money by not requiring deposits until we show up for the job. Local Michigan Company for all of your roofing and flooring needs.

"It went great! So very satisfied with the deck!"

Laurie S on October 2025


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C&L Ward

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C&L Ward

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1307 local quotes requested
53 years of experience

Founded in 1972, C&L Ward has proudly served homeowners throughout the Midwest with top-tier home remodeling services for over 50 years. As a second-generation, family-owned company, we continue to uphold the values and principles that have defined our success. From windows and doors to siding, roofing, and decking, we offer a comprehensive range of home renovation services. Whether you're addressing safety concerns or updating your home's exterior, C&L Ward is the trusted partner for your project. Visit us at our locations in Davison, Okemos, and Saginaw—Metro Detroit location coming soon!

Founded in 1972, C&L Ward has proudly served homeowners throughout the Midwest with top-tier home remodeling services for over 50 years. As a second-generation, family-owned company, we continue to uphold the values and principles that have defined our success. From windows and doors to siding, roofing, and decking, we offer a comprehensive range of home renovation services. Whether you're addressing safety concerns or updating your home's exterior, C&L Ward is the trusted partner for your project. Visit us at our locations in Davison, Okemos, and Saginaw—Metro Detroit location coming soon!


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All Brick Design, Inc

33620 Lipke St
4.43(
7
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All Brick Design, Inc

33620 Lipke St
4.43(
7
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Customers say: Quick response
744 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

All Brick has spent over 10 years perfecting the craft of masonry and brickwork. Founded on family values, we’ve proudly served southeastern Michigan as a licensed and insured contractor since 2016. We offer top-notch work in Masonry, Brick Pavers, Driveways, Paver Restoration, Patios, Firepits, Garden Walls, Retaining Walls, Walkways, and Commercial Services. From residential to commercial projects, we provide durable, functional, and beautiful brick solutions for businesses and homes alike. Whether it’s a small project or a large commercial space, we handle it with precision and care. With certified professionals and credentials from the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI), our skilled team ensures quality results every time. We can’t wait to work with you!

"We needed to replace a long front porch and contacted Alex gave several options and we decided to go with brick pavers. Alex had a number of good suggestions and had sample of brick to choose from. The crew demolished the old porch and built the new paver porch in one day. We arte very happy with the result and would recommend All Brick Design."

Mike B on October 2024

All Brick has spent over 10 years perfecting the craft of masonry and brickwork. Founded on family values, we’ve proudly served southeastern Michigan as a licensed and insured contractor since 2016. We offer top-notch work in Masonry, Brick Pavers, Driveways, Paver Restoration, Patios, Firepits, Garden Walls, Retaining Walls, Walkways, and Commercial Services. From residential to commercial projects, we provide durable, functional, and beautiful brick solutions for businesses and homes alike. Whether it’s a small project or a large commercial space, we handle it with precision and care. With certified professionals and credentials from the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI), our skilled team ensures quality results every time. We can’t wait to work with you!

"We needed to replace a long front porch and contacted Alex gave several options and we decided to go with brick pavers. Alex had a number of good suggestions and had sample of brick to choose from. The crew demolished the old porch and built the new paver porch in one day. We arte very happy with the result and would recommend All Brick Design."

Mike B on October 2024


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Apex Homeworks

3936 Auburn Road
5.00(
1
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Apex Homeworks

3936 Auburn Road
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
887 local quotes requested

Apex Homeworks is a family-owned and operated business serving Wayne, Macomb, and Oakland county Michigan. We're dedicated to providing high-quality home renovation services with a focus on customer satisfaction. We are fully licensed and insured for your peace of mind. What We Offer: Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling: From small updates to complete overhauls, we create beautiful and functional spaces. Basement Finishing: Transform your unused basement into a comfortable living area, home theater, or extra bedroom. Basement Waterproofing: Keep your basement dry and protected from water damage. Radon Testing & Mitigation: We test for radon and provide effective mitigation solutions to protect your family's health. Additions: Expand your living space with a new room, sunroom, or second story. Exterior Renovations: Boost your curb appeal with new siding, windows, roofing, and decks. Interior & Exterior Painting: Freshen up your home with a new coat of paint. Fence & Deck Building: Create beautiful and functional outdoor living spaces. Home Repairs & Maintenance: We handle everything from drywall repair and painting to plumbing and electrical work. Home Inspections: We provide comprehensive home inspections for buyers and sellers. Why Choose Apex Homeworks? Free Estimates: We'll provide a detailed estimate for your project with no obligation. Experienced Professionals: Our team is highly skilled and knowledgeable in all aspects of home renovation. Quality Materials: We use only the best materials to ensure lasting results. Customer Satisfaction Guarantee: Your satisfaction is our top priority. Financing Available: We offer flexible financing options to make your dream home a reality. Ready to start your dream home renovation? Visit our website to learn more and schedule a consultation: https://www.apexhomeworks.com We look forward to serving you! Apex Homeworks 888-979-2739 contact@apexhomeworks.com

"We love our new basement from Apex! The guys were very polite every day and made sure the house was clean and orderly. The attention to detail was spectacular. We are still blown away every time we walk downstairs. We would hire Apex again in a flash."

Aaron V on February 2025

Apex Homeworks is a family-owned and operated business serving Wayne, Macomb, and Oakland county Michigan. We're dedicated to providing high-quality home renovation services with a focus on customer satisfaction. We are fully licensed and insured for your peace of mind. What We Offer: Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling: From small updates to complete overhauls, we create beautiful and functional spaces. Basement Finishing: Transform your unused basement into a comfortable living area, home theater, or extra bedroom. Basement Waterproofing: Keep your basement dry and protected from water damage. Radon Testing & Mitigation: We test for radon and provide effective mitigation solutions to protect your family's health. Additions: Expand your living space with a new room, sunroom, or second story. Exterior Renovations: Boost your curb appeal with new siding, windows, roofing, and decks. Interior & Exterior Painting: Freshen up your home with a new coat of paint. Fence & Deck Building: Create beautiful and functional outdoor living spaces. Home Repairs & Maintenance: We handle everything from drywall repair and painting to plumbing and electrical work. Home Inspections: We provide comprehensive home inspections for buyers and sellers. Why Choose Apex Homeworks? Free Estimates: We'll provide a detailed estimate for your project with no obligation. Experienced Professionals: Our team is highly skilled and knowledgeable in all aspects of home renovation. Quality Materials: We use only the best materials to ensure lasting results. Customer Satisfaction Guarantee: Your satisfaction is our top priority. Financing Available: We offer flexible financing options to make your dream home a reality. Ready to start your dream home renovation? Visit our website to learn more and schedule a consultation: https://www.apexhomeworks.com We look forward to serving you! Apex Homeworks 888-979-2739 contact@apexhomeworks.com

"We love our new basement from Apex! The guys were very polite every day and made sure the house was clean and orderly. The attention to detail was spectacular. We are still blown away every time we walk downstairs. We would hire Apex again in a flash."

Aaron V on February 2025


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KD Restoration LLC

5.00(
4
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KD Restoration LLC

5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

We understand that every home and client is unique. Our team works closely with you to create personalized designs that reflect your style and needs, offering solutions that are both practical and beautiful.

"I was done excellent. I didn’t expect that great work. Chris was so helpful, patient, knowledgeable in his advising. I would hire him again and recommend to everyone."

Dorota H on January 2025

We understand that every home and client is unique. Our team works closely with you to create personalized designs that reflect your style and needs, offering solutions that are both practical and beautiful.

"I was done excellent. I didn’t expect that great work. Chris was so helpful, patient, knowledgeable in his advising. I would hire him again and recommend to everyone."

Dorota H on January 2025


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Downpour Inc.

Servicing Around
5.00(
4
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Downpour Inc.

Servicing Around
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
156 local quotes requested

We specialize in Kitchen & Bath remodeling, basement remodeling and general remodeling. Give us a call today to get your free estimate. We look forward to making your vision for your home come true. Let us earn your business.

"Bill and his team were absolute professionals from start to finish. Even though I couldn’t be there in person during the project, Bill kept me updated with regular progress reports, which gave me complete peace of mind. The team did a fantastic job remodeling our bathrooms and went above and beyond by fixing a leak caused by our upstairs bathroom. On top of that, they also painted two bedrooms beautifully. The attention to detail, communication, and quality of work were exceptional. I highly recommend Bill and his team to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality work and I know I'm definitely keeping his number on hand for any future projects!"

Sruti C on February 2025

We specialize in Kitchen & Bath remodeling, basement remodeling and general remodeling. Give us a call today to get your free estimate. We look forward to making your vision for your home come true. Let us earn your business.

"Bill and his team were absolute professionals from start to finish. Even though I couldn’t be there in person during the project, Bill kept me updated with regular progress reports, which gave me complete peace of mind. The team did a fantastic job remodeling our bathrooms and went above and beyond by fixing a leak caused by our upstairs bathroom. On top of that, they also painted two bedrooms beautifully. The attention to detail, communication, and quality of work were exceptional. I highly recommend Bill and his team to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality work and I know I'm definitely keeping his number on hand for any future projects!"

Sruti C on February 2025


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Lifestyle Building and Renovation

2995 St Jude
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

Lifestyle Building and Renovation

2995 St Jude
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
454 local quotes requested

When you’re ready to take your home to the next level, we’re here to help. At Lifestyle Building and Renovation, we’ve been helping homeowners build and renovate their homes in Oakland County since 1976. We are a family-owned and operated company with over 40 years of experience dedicated to ensuring our customers are satisfied, not just with the final product, but with the whole process: from design and construction through completion. Our team is committed to providing each customer with the highest quality workmanship at a fair price.

"Doing a renovation project during the first year of the pandemic presented numerous logistical challenges, and Bob did a phenomenal job of managing the entire project, staying on track and on-budget, and communicating with us throughout. We are thrilled with our new basement and bathroom. Will definitely hire Lifestyle Building & Renovation for our next big project!"

Ann F on June 2023

When you’re ready to take your home to the next level, we’re here to help. At Lifestyle Building and Renovation, we’ve been helping homeowners build and renovate their homes in Oakland County since 1976. We are a family-owned and operated company with over 40 years of experience dedicated to ensuring our customers are satisfied, not just with the final product, but with the whole process: from design and construction through completion. Our team is committed to providing each customer with the highest quality workmanship at a fair price.

"Doing a renovation project during the first year of the pandemic presented numerous logistical challenges, and Bob did a phenomenal job of managing the entire project, staying on track and on-budget, and communicating with us throughout. We are thrilled with our new basement and bathroom. Will definitely hire Lifestyle Building & Renovation for our next big project!"

Ann F on June 2023


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Ekstrom Contracting llc

32905 Sutton
5.00(
2
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Ekstrom Contracting llc

32905 Sutton
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Licensed builder since 1997. We specialize in finished basements. Kitchen and bath remodeling. Whole house remodeling and additions. We can design and build new construction on your lot. We work within your budget to provide you with the best possible outcome.

"Good workmanship and help with overall design"

Diana M on November 2024

Licensed builder since 1997. We specialize in finished basements. Kitchen and bath remodeling. Whole house remodeling and additions. We can design and build new construction on your lot. We work within your budget to provide you with the best possible outcome.

"Good workmanship and help with overall design"

Diana M on November 2024


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GMC Painting LLC

27745 Cordoba
5.00(
4
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GMC Painting LLC

27745 Cordoba
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
589 local quotes requested

G.M.C. Painting & Remodeling is a full-service company located in Farmington Hills, Michigan. With experience of more than 35 years, father and son team have provided custom painting and remodeling for residential and commercial areas in Oakland, Macomb and Wayne. We are proud to say that we have provided our customers quality and professionalism. We are fully licensed, bonded and insured by liability and workers comp to make sure you receive the safest and best services possible. Our license number is: 2102205832

"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."

james s on August 2022

G.M.C. Painting & Remodeling is a full-service company located in Farmington Hills, Michigan. With experience of more than 35 years, father and son team have provided custom painting and remodeling for residential and commercial areas in Oakland, Macomb and Wayne. We are proud to say that we have provided our customers quality and professionalism. We are fully licensed, bonded and insured by liability and workers comp to make sure you receive the safest and best services possible. Our license number is: 2102205832

"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."

james s on August 2022

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Royal Oak, MI

A bomb shelter is an abode built to withstand disaster. Bomb shelters may refer to a space or bunker that can protect inhabitants through a hypothetical nuclear attack, apocalypse, or any other massive crisis. People usually build bomb shelters underground and stock them to live there a few days to a month at a time. Doomsday bunkers accommodate long-term living rather than just through a short crisis.

Builders construct bomb shelters with reinforced steel, box culvert, concrete, or other durable materials (but many professionals do not recommend shipping containers, as they’re not designed to live underground. If building underground, you’ll first have to excavate land before building the actual structure. You’ll have to implement air and water filtration systems, septic systems, and power supply.

It takes a lot of experience to safely and legally construct a bomb shelter, not to mention make sure it’s fit to live in for extended periods of time. It’s best to talk to a residential structural engineer near you for proper guidance.

The current standard filtration systems require filtering both air and water. For air, you’ll want an NBC filter system, which both domestic and international producers make. NBC stands for Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical, which filters out all three. If you’re only building your shelter for natural disasters, chemical attacks, and biological attacks, you may opt for the less expensive HEPA filter system. 

Water filtration requires the same level of care. You’ll likely want to have a large water storage capacity to survive short-term disasters. For long-term living, you’ll want to have a water filtration system.

Rising S bunker prices depend on the size, ranging anywhere from $20,000 to $9 million. Their least expensive model is 96 square feet while their most expensive model has a gym, swimming pool, hot tub, and bowling alley.

  • Mini: $45,500

  • Standard Bomb Shelter: $67,500–$109,500

  • Silver Leaf: $140,000–$182,500

  • Admiral: $180,000–$500,000

  • Xtreme: $450,000–$780,000

  • Xtreme Bunker Complex: $840,000–$1,830,000

  • Luxury Series: $3,800,000–$9,600,000

You almost always need a permit to build a bunker on land with any type of public utilities running through it. You’ll want to check with your local building code enforcement agency to see if this is the case for your area. 

Because you’re building a structural component that often requires electricity, water, and sewage services, you’ll need to apply for permits to attach these utilities to your new property. However, off-grid-only units in rural areas may not need all or any of the permitting you’d normally find in more urban settings.

To survive a nuclear blast, you’ll need to have your bunker at least three feet underground. However, it’s usually advisable to put it further underground. To survive a close strike, you’ll want to have the bunker at least 10 feet down and with five-foot thick reinforced concrete. However, knowing exactly how deep to build depends on the size of the blast you’re trying to avoid. Most bunkers don’t need to be more than 5 feet below the ground. 

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