Outdoor Living Specialists
& Deck Builders in Traverse City, MI
Elevating properties across Northern Michigan through thoughtful design and quality craftsmanship.
Lakeshore Customs is a locally-owned and operated outdoor design firm and custom deck builder in the Traverse City area. With a comprehensive approach to your property, we craft custom solutions for your home or lakeshore cottage. With us, no project is too big —If you can dream it, we can build it.
Our work extends to Traverse City, Elk Rapids, Williamsburg, Suttons Bay, and throughout the Grand Traverse and Antrim counties.
Full-Service Outdoor Living Design-Build in Traverse City
Because we specialize in full outdoor remodels, that means you can stabilize, beautify, and build on your lakefront property—all with one company.
Whether inland or on the lake, we take a comprehensive approach to your property, so that it’s both functional for you and thoughtfully built to last for many years to come.
Traverse City Location
Deck Builders in Traverse City
Using natural wood or composite materials, we build custom decks in Traverse City, including customizations like lighting systems, railing styles, and other built-in features. Our deck expertise includes deck rebuilding, deck resurfacing, and the construction of wraparound decks, custom landings, and more.
— TimberTech Composite Decks
Custom decks made to last with real wood looks.
— Treated Lumber Decks
Build a fully customizable, easily maintained, long lasting natural wood deck.
— Beach Stairs
Regain beach access with custom built stairs down your dune or bluff.
— Aluminum Stair Installation
Add sturdy, adjustable, water-safe aluminum stairs and landings to your deck.
Shoreline Protection Specialists in Traverse City
Rebuild and stabilize the dunes and beach on your property. We remove debris, backfill the area, place erosion control blankets, and plant new dune grass to protect you from property loss.
— Dune & Beach Restoration
Stabilize your dunes naturally with vegetation and erosion control blankets.
— Erosion Control Blankets
Prevent sand and soil shift and promote vegetation establishment on your bluff.
— Dune & Beach Grass
Hold your sand in place with strong root systems to absorb water and decrease runoff erosion.
— Geotextile Tubes
Protect your dune from damaging erosion and dangerous slumpage with durable geotextile tubes.
Patios & High-End Hardscapes
From fire pits and outdoor kitchens to custom patios surrounded by native vegetation, we help you design and bring to life any custom design on your lakeshore or inland home.
— Custom Patios & Walkways
Bring your vision of a beautiful outdoor living space to life with a patio and walkways that are customized to your unique preferences.
— Outdoor Kitchens
Cook, eat, and entertain guests with a custom outdoor kitchen.
— Outdoor Fireplaces & Firepits
Transform your backyard into a cozy retreat, with relaxation and conversation around the fire.
— Full Outdoor Design
Reimagine the possibilities with us and let us turn them into reality—down to every last detail.
Trusted Traverse City Deck Builders & Custom Patio Builders
As your neighbors, we strive to be a local, trusted source that you can rely on for the outdoor needs of your home or lakeshore cottage. See how we’ve helped homeowners like you across West Michigan and up north!
We couldn’t be happier with our new stairs and our experience with everyone from Lakeshore Customs. The installers were professional and their attention to detail was fantastic.
–Connie P.
The crews did excellent work installing both the beach steps and the dune grass plugs, sometimes in impossible weather. I’ve gladly recommended the company to anyone inquiring about my experience.
–Tom C.
We are very happy to have had this company create our unique railing down to our lakeside! They went above and beyond to make sure we were happy! AND WE ARE! Very impressed with all the gentlemen that came to our home as well!
–Mark L.
Mason Kuipers and his crew are outstanding! I have had a great deal of carpentry projects over the years and I can say with confidence that anyone will be well served by engaging LSC. Great craftsmanship communication—work well done, on time and at budget.
–Kathy B.
Get a Free Consultation on Your Project
Protect your shoreline, design a new backyard, and build a new deck—all with one contractor. How can we help you add value to your property?