Skilled Construction Company in Ferndale
Custom remodels, additions, and roofing for the prewar bungalows and Tudors of Ferndale.
Construction Services in Ferndale
Custom Home Building
Infill homes and ground-up builds designed to fit the compact, walkable lots that define this city.
Demolition
Structure teardown and site clearing on the tight lots here, prepping them for new infill construction.
Roofing
Roof replacement on the prewar bungalows and storybook Tudors here, built to handle Michigan freeze-thaw winters.
Trusted Across the Detroit Metro
Very reliable and easy to work with. They showed up on time, communicated clearly, and delivered exactly what they promised. The final result exceeded my expectations. I’ll definitely be using them again in the future.
Everything was great; from the start of the project to the finish.
I have used Christian Wylie several times and there professionalism and craftsmanship falls exceeds anything I had ever seen. They are highly recommended.
Christian Wylie Builders LLC built a beautiful deck for us. Great craftsmanship, fair pricing, and excellent communication throughout the project. If you’re looking for a reliable deck contractor in Detroit, this is the company to call.
Fantastic experience from beginning to end. They listened to exactly what I wanted and delivered even better results. The workmanship is top-notch and everything was completed smoothly without any issues.
We hired Christian Wylie Builders for framing on our home addition. Great workmanship, very detailed, and everything was finished on time. Passed inspection smoothly. Highly recommend in Detroit!
Skilled Work on Prewar Bungalows
Construction work here means expanding and updating the dense prewar bungalows, Tudors, and Craftsman homes that define Ferndale, most built between the 1920s and 1940s. Buyers increasingly want more space, so dormers, rear additions, and finished basements are common ways to grow without leaving. Kitchen and bath modernization in small original layouts makes up much of the rest, and the tight lots mean careful planning around access and staging.
Experienced with Tight Lots
This dense, walkable city is anchored by the 9 Mile and Woodward downtown, with neighborhoods like Campbell Heights, Woodland Park, and the larger storybook Tudors to the north. The housing is overwhelmingly 1920s through 1940s bungalows on small lots, some west of Woodward with garages but no driveways from the old alley layout. Freeze-thaw winters wear on these older roofs and foundations, and the tight lots make staging deliberate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What services do you offer in Ferndale?
We are a full-service construction company serving the area with custom home building, home additions, kitchen remodeling, basement finishing, roofing, siding, windows, decks, pole barns, demolition, and excavating.
Can you add space to a small bungalow here?
Yes, and it is some of our most common local work. The prewar bungalows here have compact footprints, so we build dormers and rear additions that add bedrooms and living space while keeping the home's character. Home additions let you gain room without leaving a walkable neighborhood.
How do you work on such tight lots?
Careful planning. The dense blocks and small lots here, some without driveways, mean we plan access and staging deliberately before starting. It is something we have done throughout the area, whether for an addition, a basement finishing project, or a full renovation on a tight parcel.
Are the small kitchens here worth remodeling?
Absolutely. The prewar bungalows here often have small, closed-off kitchens that open up beautifully with the right design, and updating one transforms how the whole home feels. We reconfigure the layout and update every finish, and our kitchen remodeling makes these older homes work for how people live now.
What are common projects on homes in this area?
The most common projects are dormers and additions, kitchen modernization, finished basements, and roof and window replacements. These 1920s through 1940s homes reach the age where original materials need updating, and homeowners tend to want work that respects the storybook character.
How do I get a free quote for my project?
Getting started is simple. Describe the work, whether it is a dormer, a kitchen, or a finished basement in a prewar bungalow, and share photos if you can. We will scope it and put together a straightforward written quote for you. Get your free quote here.
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We provide construction and remodeling to homeowners across the area and the surrounding Oakland County communities.
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