Bay Harbor gets called the Hamptons of the North, and the people who own property here know that's not an exaggeration. Five miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, world-class golf, a deep-water marina, and 32 distinct neighborhoods with property owners from across North America. Custom Built works with Bay Harbor homeowners who need a contractor that can operate at this level, with the design capability, the craftsmanship, and the project management to deliver results that match what Bay Harbor demands. When you're ready to talk, call us at (231) 244-8423.
Home Remodeling Projects We offer For Bay Harbor Homeowners
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Lakefront Deck Builds and Construction
Bay Harbor outdoor living is the highest-expression version of what we do in Northern Michigan. Whether you're on the Lake Michigan waterfront with direct beach access and a private dock, on a golf course lot at the Links at Bay Harbor, or in The Preserve with a wooded private setting, a well-designed deck is the foundation of how you use the property. Generic structures don't belong here. We design and build composite and cedar decks scaled to Bay Harbor properties, with outdoor kitchens, gas fireplaces, built-in seating, and lighting packages that match the investment level of the homes they're attached to.
As the region's only Trex Pro Platinum deck building contractor, we bring exclusive labor warranties and deck design capability that other contractors in this market can't match. We manage Bear Creek Township permitting and HOA architectural review simultaneously, so neither process slows your project down. Every composite deck comes with our Lifetime Guarantee.

Kitchen Design and Full Renovation
Bay Harbor kitchen remodeling projects start at a different baseline than most markets. We're talking about professional-grade appliances, custom cabinetry built to specification, luxury quartz or marble countertops, butler's pantries, and open layouts designed for entertaining at the scale Bay Harbor homeowners actually do it. Whether you're in a Village at Bay Harbor residence or a waterfront estate on the Lake Michigan shore, the kitchen is where the property delivers on its promise or falls short. We make sure it delivers.
Our team manages the full renovation from concept through installation, including the structural work that comes with reconfiguring Bay Harbor properties. Whether you need a complete kitchen remodel or a targeted luxury upgrade, we manage Bear Creek Township permits, HOA review if applicable, and every detail of the project.

Spa-Level Bathroom Design and Primary Suite Renovation
Bay Harbor primary bathrooms are destination spaces. A heated marble floor, a custom tile steam shower, a freestanding soaking tub positioned for the view, dual vanities designed to the inch. This is what the Bay Harbor standard looks like, and it's what our bathroom projects deliver. Whether you're updating a primary suite in a Lake Michigan waterfront estate or transforming a guest bathroom in a Quarry Dunes property, we work at the level the community demands.
We do bathroom remodeling throughout Bay Harbor from full primary suite transformations to multi-bathroom renovation projects, managing Bear Creek Township permits and HOA review processes, and building to the finish level these properties require.

Enclosed Outdoor Living and Four-Season Room Construction
Bay Harbor is increasingly a four-season destination. Ski season at Boyne Highlands and Nub's Nob, fall golf on the Links, spring sailing at the Yacht Club. A well-built sunroom or glass-enclosed outdoor living space with Lake Michigan views extends the season in every direction and adds genuine year-round value to the property. As a top rated sunroom addition contractor we design and build four-season rooms that meet Bay Harbor's architectural standards and hold up under real Northern Michigan conditions.
We handle Bear Creek Township permitting, HOA architectural review if required, engineered frost-line footings, and full construction under one contract. The finished space will feel like it was designed as part of the original property.
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Custom Home Additions
Bay Harbor homeowners who need more space are staying put, and that's the right call. The community, the amenities, the golf, the marina, the Lake Michigan access, these aren't things you recreate somewhere else. A well-designed home addition built to meet Bay Harbor's HOA design standards and Bear Creek Township requirements gives you the square footage you need without leaving what you've built here.
We manage design, township permitting, HOA review, and construction under one contract. Every addition is designed to match the existing home and the neighborhood character standards Bay Harbor takes seriously.
Why Bay Harbor Homeowners Choose Custom Built
Bay Harbor has some of the highest remodeling standards in Michigan. We've built a reputation in markets like this by delivering exactly what we commit to.
- Lifetime Craftsmanship Guarantee: We stand behind our work for as long as you own your home. If our craftsmanship causes a problem, we fix it at no cost, full stop.
- Trex Pro Platinum Status: The region's only Trex Pro Platinum contractor. Exclusive labor warranties and deck design capability at the level Bay Harbor properties require.
- We navigate HOA review: Bay Harbor's association design guidelines are detailed and specific. We know how to work within them and keep the review process from slowing your project down.
- Design-Build at a high level: Design and construction under one team means your vision stays intact from the first conversation to the final walkthrough. No handoffs, no gaps between what was designed and what gets built.
- Licensed and fully insured: Comprehensive Michigan builder licensing and insurance protect you throughout every phase of your project.
Bay Harbor Areas & Neighborhoods We Serve
We work near landmarks and neighborhoods you know, including:
The Village at Bay Harbor | Marina District | Bay Harbor Yacht Club | Lake Michigan Waterfront Estates | The Links at Bay Harbor | The Preserve | The Quarry | The Dunes | Sunset Ridge | US-31 Corridor | Petoskey Adjacent
What It Takes to Build at Bay Harbor
- HOA architectural review: Bay Harbor's association design guidelines are specific and enforced. Any renovation, addition, or exterior change requires HOA approval in addition to township permits. We manage both processes at the same time, so your project moves efficiently.
- Bear Creek Township permitting: Permits for Bay Harbor fall under Bear Creek Township. We handle every application and inspection on your behalf.
- Lake Michigan exposure: Waterfront properties at Bay Harbor deal with wind, moisture, and weather conditions that require premium material selection and proper installation methods. We build for the environment, not just the spec sheet.
Bay Harbor Remodeling Questions We Hear Most
Do you work with Bay Harbor's HOA review process?
Yes. We've navigated Bay Harbor's architectural review requirements and know what the committee looks for. We handle both the township permit process and HOA review simultaneously, so neither one holds up your project.
What kinds of projects are most common at Bay Harbor?
Luxury deck builds, gourmet kitchen renovations, spa-level primary bathroom transformations, and four-season room additions are the most frequent projects we do in this community.
How does your pricing work?
Fixed-price proposal covering design, materials, and labor before anything is signed. What we quote is what you pay. If scope changes during design, we discuss the cost with you before anything moves forward.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. We walk you through financing options during your consultation.
What does your Lifetime Guarantee cover?
Our craftsmanship and installation for as long as you own your home. If our work causes an issue, we fix it at no cost to you.
