Outdoor Entertainment Spaces
Covered Patios
Our team builds roofed patio covers with recessed lighting, ceiling fans, and electrical outlets so you can enjoy the outdoors rain or shine.
Outdoor Entertainment Spaces
Covered Patio Structures with Integrated Lighting and Fans
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A covered patio structure requires the same framing and roofing fundamentals as any other addition — headers and beams sized for the span, posts on frost-depth footings, and roofing that integrates with the existing house system in matching materials. The difference from an indoor project is the exposure: materials, fasteners, and electrical components all need to be rated for outdoor conditions in Southeast Michigan.
We install recessed fixtures, pendant mounts, or chandelier-rated boxes in the ceiling depending on the structural framing and finish. Ceiling fans are wired with variable speed and light kit controls on wall switches. Weatherproof GFCI outlets handle appliances, phone charging, and seasonal lighting. Roof pitch and overhang dimensions are designed to provide rain protection while keeping the space from feeling closed in.
Oakland County homeowners use covered patios as outdoor dining rooms and entertaining spaces through most of the Michigan warm season. Gutter integration, correct slope for drainage, and electrical planning are part of every project — not add-ons. A covered patio that leaks at the house connection or pools water on the slab becomes a source of damage and frustration rather than an asset.
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MI #2102212396
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BuildZoom Score
91 / 100
Top 37% of Michigan contractors
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4.3 / 5
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Covered Patios: Common Questions
We offer kitchen and bathroom remodels, basement finishing, and home additions. Roof replacements, fiber cement siding, hardwood and epoxy flooring, drywall, paint, and custom entertainment centers are also available. JD Contracting LLC serves Oakland County homeowners under Michigan Residential Builder License #2102212396.
Yes. JD Contracting LLC holds Michigan Residential Builder Company License #2102212396, active and in good standing with LARA. We carry full general liability and workers’ compensation insurance. Our BuildZoom score of 91 places us in the top 37% of licensed contractors in Michigan.
We serve 13 Oakland County communities: Bloomfield, Bloomfield Hills, Birmingham, Troy, and West Bloomfield. We also serve Farmington Hills, Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Beverly Hills, Franklin, Clarkston, Berkley, and Lake Orion. All work is completed under Michigan Residential Builder License #2102212396.
A standard kitchen remodel takes 6 to 10 weeks from permit approval through final walkthrough. Projects with structural changes or custom cabinetry may run 10 to 14 weeks. Actual timelines may vary based on project complexity, permit timelines, material availability, and site conditions.