Decks & Outdoor Living
Extend Your Home Outdoors
Design | Build | Love
Northern Builder Co-op LLC designs and builds outdoor living spaces that feel like a natural extension of your home. From low-maintenance composite decks and cedar privacy screens to screened porches, pergolas, and fully equipped outdoor kitchens — we build spaces that are made for Minnesota's seasons and built to last. Whether you're envisioning a simple backyard deck for summer evenings or a multi-level entertaining space with a built-in grill station and covered pergola, our team handles every detail from design through final inspection. We manage all permits, structural engineering, and trades so you can focus on enjoying the finished result.
Benefits of Outdoor Living Spaces
Expanded Living Space
A well-designed deck or porch effectively adds square footage to your home — giving you a dedicated space for dining, entertaining, relaxing, and enjoying the outdoors.
Strong Return on Investment
Decks and outdoor living spaces consistently rank among the top ROI home improvements, adding real value at resale while enhancing your daily quality of life.
Year-Round Enjoyment
Screened porches, covered pergolas, and outdoor fireplaces extend the usable season well beyond summer — letting you enjoy your outdoor space from early spring through late fall.
Low-Maintenance Materials
Composite decking from brands like Trex and TimberTech resists fading, staining, and splintering — no annual staining or sealing required, just occasional cleaning.
Custom Design
Every outdoor space we build is designed around your property, lifestyle, and budget — from the deck shape and railing style to lighting, built-ins, and shade structures.
Permitted & Code-Compliant
We handle all required permits and inspections, ensuring your deck or outdoor structure is built to local code and properly documented for future resale.
Typical Cost Ranges (West Metro Minneapolis)
Decks
- • Pressure-treated wood deck: $12,000 – $22,000
- • Cedar or hardwood deck: $18,000 – $35,000
- • Composite deck (Trex, TimberTech): $20,000 – $45,000+
- • Multi-level or complex deck: $35,000 – $70,000+
Porches & Pergolas
- • Screened porch addition: $25,000 – $55,000
- • Three-season porch: $30,000 – $65,000
- • Pergola (freestanding or attached): $10,000 – $30,000
Outdoor Kitchens & Features
- • Built-in grill station: $5,000 – $15,000
- • Full outdoor kitchen: $20,000 – $60,000+
- • Outdoor fireplace or fire pit: $4,000 – $18,000
Costs vary based on size, materials, and site conditions. Contact us for a free estimate.
Features of Our Outdoor Living Services
Composite Decking: We install Trex, TimberTech, and Fiberon composite decking systems — fade-resistant, splinter-free, and backed by manufacturer warranties up to 25 years.
Natural Wood Decking: Cedar, redwood, and pressure-treated lumber options for homeowners who prefer the warmth and character of natural wood, properly sealed and finished for Minnesota's climate.
Screened & Three-Season Porches: Fully framed porch additions with screen systems, windows, and optional heating that extend your outdoor season and keep bugs out.
Pergolas & Shade Structures: Freestanding and attached pergolas in cedar, composite, or aluminum — with optional louvered roofs, string lighting, and privacy screens.
Outdoor Kitchens & Grilling Stations: Built-in grill stations, countertops, refrigerators, and storage — designed for outdoor cooking and entertaining.
Railings, Lighting & Built-Ins: Cable railings, glass panel railings, aluminum balusters, integrated deck lighting, built-in benches, and planters — every finishing detail handled in-house.
Structural Engineering & Permits: We handle all structural design, permit applications, and inspections — ensuring your outdoor structure is safe, code-compliant, and properly documented.
Our Process
Free Consultation & Site Visit
We visit your property, assess the site, discuss your vision and budget, and walk through material and design options.
Design & Material Selection
We develop a layout and design plan, help you select decking materials, railings, and features, and provide a detailed written estimate.
Permitting & Engineering
We handle all permit applications, structural drawings if required, and coordinate with the city or township on your behalf.
Construction
Our crew builds your outdoor space efficiently and cleanly — following manufacturer specs and local building codes for a lasting, warranty-backed result.
Final Walkthrough & Inspection
We walk through every detail with you and complete the city inspection before calling the project done.
Why Choose Northern Builder Co-op LLC?
Outdoor living spaces are an investment in your home and your lifestyle. At Northern Builder Co-op LLC, we bring the same craftsmanship and project management discipline to your deck or porch that we bring to every build — licensed, insured, and backed by our APB membership. Serving the West Metro Minneapolis area, we build outdoor spaces that are designed for Minnesota's climate and built to last.
Ready to extend your living space outdoors? Contact us today for a free consultation and estimate.