Home Remodeler and General Contractor Horton Bay, MI

Q: Can you work on historic Horton Bay cottages?

Yes. We've renovated historic cottage properties throughout this area and know how to update original construction while preserving the character that makes these properties valuable.

Q: What is the most common project in Horton Bay?

Deck replacements, cottage kitchen transformations, and bathroom rebuilds in older properties are our most frequent projects in this community.

Q: How does pricing work?

Fixed-price proposal before anything gets signed. What we quote is what you pay. No surprise costs added during construction.

Q: Do you offer financing?

Yes. We walk you through options during your initial consultation.

Q: What does the Lifetime Guarantee cover?

Our craftsmanship and installation for as long as you own the home. If our work causes a problem, we fix it at no cost to you.

Professional home remodeling in Horton Bay, MI. Custom decks, kitchens, bathrooms, and cottage renovations on Lake Charlevoix. Licensed general contractor. Call (231) 244-8423 for a free estimate.

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Horton Bay is one of those places in Northern Michigan that people feel pretty protective of. The General Store has been there since 1876. Hemingway fished Horton Creek and got married in the village. The bay sits most of the year quietly and comes alive in summer in exactly the way it has for generations. Custom Built works with Horton Bay property owners who want to update and improve their homes without losing what makes this community worth caring about. If you're ready to talk through a project, call us at (231) 244-8423.

Deck Building and Waterfront Outdoor Living

Horton Bay's setting on Lake Charlevoix is the whole point. Properties here have views, waterfront access, and a wooded, intimate character that deserves outdoor living spaces built to complement it. Wood decks that have been patching their way through Northern Michigan winters for twenty years don't do justice to a setting like this. We design cedar and composite decks for the Horton Bay waterfront, scaled and styled to fit the historic character of this community.

As the region's only Trex Pro Platinum contractor, we bring exclusive labor warranties to every project. Whether you're building a new deck on the bay or replacing an aging structure near Horton Creek, we handle all Eveline Township permits and engineering. Every composite deck comes with our Lifetime Guarantee.

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Cottage Kitchen Updates and Full Remodeling

The kitchens in Horton Bay's historic cottages tell the story of every decade they've been touched. A cabinet here from the 1970s, a countertop from the 1990s, fixtures that predate both. It's the kind of kitchen that works well enough until you're trying to feed twelve people on a July weekend, and then it really doesn't. We help Horton Bay property owners transform these spaces into kitchens that can actually handle what the property demands.

Our team designs your whole new kitchen remodel from floor plan through final finishes, working carefully within the character of the original cottage construction. Whether you need a full kitchen remodel or a focused update that modernizes function without erasing the cottage feel, we handle Eveline Township permits and run the whole project.

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Cottage Bathroom Renovations and Full Rebuilds

Original Horton Bay cottage bathrooms are a consistent project for us. Cast iron fixtures, galvanized supply lines, tile work that's been grouted and re-grouted until it's beyond saving. If you've been using one of these bathrooms for years, you know what we mean. We do bathroom renovations for Horton Bay homeowners who are done with stopgap fixes and want something built to last.

From full stud-up rebuilds with new plumbing and appropriate tile choices to targeted updates that improve function while respecting original character, our team runs the entire project. We build to hold up through Northern Michigan conditions and Eveline Township inspection standards.

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Screened Porches and Sunroom Additions

A screened porch overlooking Horton Bay on a warm evening is about as good as Northern Michigan gets. The setting here, with the wooded shoreline and the bay access to Lake Charlevoix, makes enclosed outdoor spaces one of the best investments a Horton Bay property owner can make. We design sunroom additions and screen rooms designed to feel like natural extensions of the historic cottage character, not additions that were dropped on from outside.

We handle four-season rooms for year-round use and screen rooms for the warmer months, managing Eveline Township permits, engineered footings, and full construction from start to finish.

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Home Additions and Character-Respecting Expansions

Horton Bay properties have a lot of history behind them, and the people who own them tend to feel that weight. When you need more space, the goal is to add it in a way that fits the property rather than fighting with it. Whether you need a guest suite, an expanded living area, or a covered connection between buildings, we work with you to craft your home addition that looks like it's always been there.

We manage design, Eveline Township permitting, and construction under one contract. Everything is built to match the existing architecture, so the finished result feels intentional.

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Why Horton Bay Property Owners Choose Custom Built

Horton Bay is a community that takes its character seriously. So do we.

Lifetime Craftsmanship Guarantee: We stand behind our work for as long as you own your home. If our craftsmanship causes an issue, we fix it at no cost.
Trex Pro Platinum Status: The region's only Trex Pro Platinum contractor with exclusive labor warranties and deck design capability.
We respect historic character: Horton Bay has a Michigan Historic Site designation and National Register properties. We know how to renovate here without losing what makes the community worth preserving.
Design-Build under one contract: Design and construction handled by one team means your project moves cleanly from planning to completion without handoffs or confusion.
Licensed and fully insured: Full Michigan builder licensing and comprehensive insurance protect you throughout every phase of your project.

Horton Bay Areas and Surroundings We Serve

We work near landmarks and neighborhoods you know, including:

What to Know About Remodeling in Horton Bay

Eveline Township permitting: Horton Bay falls under Eveline Township's building department, separate from the City of Charlevoix and the City of Boyne City. We manage every permit and inspection on your behalf.
Historic character and preservation: Horton Bay received Michigan Historic Site designation in 1975. Several properties are on the National Register. Renovations should respect the original character of the community, and we know how to achieve that.
Lake Charlevoix proximity: Waterfront and near-water properties have setback requirements and moisture management considerations that affect how we approach every project. We work within these from the design phase.

FAQs

Horton Bay Remodeling Questions We Hear Most

Can you work on historic Horton Bay cottages?

What is the most common project in Horton Bay?

How does pricing work?

Do you offer financing?

What does the Lifetime Guarantee cover?

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