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Ann Arbor’s deck builder and outdoor living expert

About Ann Arbor Decks

A Division of JMJ Residential Construction, LLC

Ann Arbor Decks is the outdoor living and deck-building division of JMJ Residential Construction, LLC, a trusted Ann Arbor residential contractor.

While JMJ Residential Construction focuses on home additions and interior remodeling, Ann Arbor Decks specializes in custom deck construction and outdoor living projects in Ann Arbor and all around Washtenaw County. We design and build decks, screened porches, 3- and 4-season rooms, pergolas, gazebos, and more.

Founder and Owner Josiah Shurtliff started JMJ Residential Construction in 2006 and has grown it into one of the most trusted residential contracting companies in the Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County region.

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WHY DO HOMEOWNERS CHOOSE ANN ARBOR DECKS?

We don’t just claim superior craftsmanship. We achieve it.

We’ve built our reputation on superior craftsmanship, beautiful custom decks, and long-term customer satisfaction, backed by a 10-year workmanship warranty.

Our team brings more than 80 years combined experience to Southeast Michigan residential construction and deck building.

Many of our deck and porch customers return to us for larger home remodeling projects — a testimony to the trust we earn with every job.

We are a homegrown company with deep roots in Washtenaw County. When you reach out next year, or years from now, with a question or concern, our team will still be here to make it right.

We do not contract out to unknown deck-building crews.

Every deck we build is constructed by our own in-house, full-time deck construction crew — never by subcontractors.

Our team understands local building codes, permit requirements, and inspection standards, as well as the high expectations set by JMJ owner Josiah Shurtliff.

Josiah has leveraged decades of hands-on experience in Michigan residential construction to personally train every crew member.

We treat our team like family, and each member is committed to exceptional workmanship, professionalism, great communication, courtesy and respect for your property and home.

We are committed to Ann Arbor, MI and the surrounding area.

We understand what makes this area unique. Founder and owner Josiah Shurtliff’s father was a well-known local artist who instilled in his children a deep love for the city of Ann Arbor through his pen and ink drawings and watercolors of the University of Michigan campus and memorable landmarks around town.

We know local inspectors by name. We have pulled hundreds and hundreds of permits throughout Washtenaw County and neighboring cities and townships, so we know all there is to know about local zoning requirements and permitting processes.

This is where our own homes and decks are built, just like the outdoor space we hope to create for you.

WHAT HOMEOWNERS ARE SAYING ABOUT US:

“Absolutely incredible craftsmen! JMJ built a stunning cedar deck for us and we couldn’t be more happy with the result!” – Nick F.
“We had them build us a large deck from Ipe wood several years ago, and they’ve just finished a second deck for us made of Deckorators’ Voyage line…. In both cases, they did a beautiful job.” – Julie
“Excellent work on my deck/screened in porch. The owner of the company has the highest of integrity and the employees are diligent, considerate and highly skilled in what they do.” – Robert
“Highly recommended!!!! Courteous, clean, professional, easy to work with, high quality work, responsive, would hire them again in a second.” – James
“Ann Arbor Decks did an excellent job on our large deck project. The crew was great, they accommodated all of our requests to the finest detail. JMJ was one of the best experiences we have ever had with a contractor.” – Kurt
“We cannot recommend JMJ highly enough – we had a fantastic experience and now have a deck that is exactly what we wanted.” – Sonia
“Josiah and the crew did an excellent job! They were punctual, polite, neat, and they do very precise work and don’t waste any time getting it done. They are builders and not just installers.” – Nick A.
“What a great experience working with this team was. I had to replace a deck because the previous one was built wrong…. The deck itself looks fantastic and is a freakin’ tank and will probably outlive our house.” – Brian

WHAT TYPES OF OUTDOOR PROJECTS DO YOU DESIGN AND BUILD?

Decks, porches and coverings of all shapes, sizes and materials:

CUSTOM DECK DESIGN AND DECK RESURFACING*

PORCHES, SCREENED ROOMS, 3 SEASONS ROOMS, 4 SEASONS ROOMS

CUSTOM PERGOLAS, COVERED DECKS, GAZEBOS, AND ARBORS

*If you are looking to have your deck resurfaced (“redecked”), we have the expertise to inspect your deck framing and to give professional advice on the reliability of its support structure.

The full range of composite decking brands & natural wood species:

TREX COMPOSITE DECKINGWe are TrexPro Platinum installers.

TIMBERTECH COMPOSITE DECKINGWe are TimberTech Pro installers.

DECKORATORS COMPOSITE DECKING

TREATED PINE DECKING

CEDAR DECKING

EXOTIC HARDWOOD DECKING (INCLUDING IPE)

We install a wide variety of railing and privacy systems including:

TREX COMPOSITE, ALUMINUM, CABLE AND GLASS RAILING SYSTEMS

TIMBERTECH COMPOSITE, ALUMINUM AND CABLE RAIL SYSTEMS

WESTBURY ALUMINUM RAILING

FEENEY CABLE RAILING

CUSTOM TREATED PINE RAILING, IPE RAILING & CEDAR RAILING (INCLUDING WOOD WITH CABLES)

THE ANN ARBOR DECKS DESIGN AND ESTIMATION PROCESS

NO-PRESSURE CONSULTATIONS, TRANSPARENT DECK PRICING, AND CLEAR COMMUNICATION

  • We’ll connect by phone, text, or email to answer your initial questions and discuss deck cost ranges and budget expectations, if desired.
  • If you’re working with a landscaper, designer or architect, just let us know. We’re happy to coordinate.
  • If you’d like an on-site consultation, we’ll schedule a visit. Most Ann Arbor Deck consultations take 30– 60 minutes.
  • Deck estimates are free of charge. For projects requiring more extensive design, such as screened-in porches, covered decks, or roof structures, we’ll provide ballpark pricing up front. If you choose to proceed with one of these more design-intensive projects, a design fee may apply before we move forward with design drawings and a detailed estimate.
  • If you decide to move forward with us, we’ll send a contract for review. There’s no obligation—you’ll have 30 days to sign.
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