Extend Your Living Space Outside
Your backyard is part of your home — and for a lot of homeowners, it's the most underused part. A well-built deck, covered porch, or outdoor living area can change how you use your property entirely — giving you a space to gather, relax, entertain, and enjoy the outdoors without leaving home.
Ford Construction builds custom decks and outdoor living spaces for homeowners across Arkansas and North Texas. Whether you're adding a simple deck off the back of your house, building a covered outdoor entertaining area, or creating a full outdoor living space with multiple features — we manage the project from planning through completion.
We build outdoor spaces to last. That means selecting materials appropriate for the climate, building structures that hold up over years of real use, and finishing every detail to the same standard we bring to work inside the home.
Outdoor Living Services
From a straightforward deck to a full outdoor living area — here's what we build:
List of Services
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Decks
A custom deck built to fit your home, your yard, and how you actually want to use it. We build decks in pressure-treated wood, composite decking, and other materials depending on your preference, your budget, and what holds up best in your specific environment.
Deck builds can include:
- Single-level and multi-level deck designs
- Built-in seating and benches
- Railings and balusters — wood, metal, and cable options
- Stairs and landing areas
- Lighting — post cap lights, step lighting, and string light integration
- Pergola or shade structure integration
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Covered Porches and Patio Covers
A covered porch or patio cover extends the usability of your outdoor space — keeping you outside longer, regardless of sun or rain. We build covered porches and patio covers that are structurally sound, properly tied into the home, and finished to complement your existing exterior.
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Pergolas and Shade Structures
A pergola adds structure and shade to an outdoor space without fully enclosing it. We build custom pergolas and shade structures in wood and other materials — freestanding or attached to the home — designed around how you want to use the space.
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Outdoor Entertaining Areas
For homeowners who want more than just a deck — a fully built-out outdoor entertaining space with defined areas for cooking, dining, and relaxing. We build and coordinate outdoor entertaining areas that make the most of your yard and your outdoor lifestyle.
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Screened Porches and Enclosures
A screened porch gives you the feel of being outside without the bugs. We build screened porches and outdoor enclosures that are properly framed, well-ventilated, and finished to feel like a natural extension of your home's interior.
Planning a Premium Outdoor Living Space?
For larger outdoor living projects with premium materials, custom design, and elevated scope and complexity, Ford also offers full luxury remodeling services.
Why Homeowners Choose Ford for Decks and Outdoor Living
Outdoor structures take more abuse than almost anything else on your property — sun, rain, temperature changes, and years of regular use. You need a contractor who builds them right the first time. Here's why homeowners across Arkansas and North Texas trust Ford Construction with their outdoor living projects.
Licensed, Bonded and Insured
Ford Construction is fully licensed, bonded, and insured for all residential remodeling and construction work in Arkansas and Texas. License #03783908.
Family-Owned
We're not a franchise or a large rotating crew. Ford Construction is family-owned, which means someone takes personal responsibility for your project from the first planning conversation through the final walkthrough.
Transparent From the Start
We discuss your full project scope, your budget, and your timeline before any work begins. A home addition involves a lot of moving parts — you'll always know where things stand, what's coming next, and what it costs.
Built to Last
We build outdoor structures with materials and methods appropriate for the climate and the level of use they'll see. A deck that warps, a pergola that wobbles, or a porch cover that leaks costs you twice — we do it right the first time.
Questions About Decks and Outdoor Living?
Here are the questions we hear most often. Don't see yours? Give us a call or send us a message — we're happy to help.
What types of outdoor living projects does Ford Construction build?
We build custom decks, covered porches and patio covers, pergolas and shade structures, outdoor entertaining areas, screened porches and enclosures, and combination outdoor living projects. We also handle outdoor living and home addition combinations for homeowners who want to expand inside and outside at the same time.
What decking materials do you use?
We build decks in pressure-treated wood, composite decking, and other materials depending on your preferences, your budget, and what holds up best in your specific environment. We'll talk through the options during our planning conversation so you can make an informed decision before any work starts.
Can you build a covered porch or patio cover attached to my house?
Yes. We build covered porches and patio covers that are properly tied into the structure of your home — not just leaned against it. A properly attached covered porch holds up to the elements and looks like it was always part of the original design.
How long does a deck or outdoor living project take?
It depends on scope and complexity. A straightforward deck build moves faster than a full outdoor living area with a pergola, covered porch, and screened enclosure. Before any work starts, we'll give you a realistic timeline and keep you updated throughout the project.
Do you offer financing for deck and outdoor living projects?
Financing options are available for qualifying residential projects in Arkansas and Texas. Ask us about financing when you reach out and we'll walk you through how it works.
What areas do you serve?
We serve homeowners throughout Arkansas — including Arkadelphia, Hot Springs, Benton, Bryant, Bismarck, and Hot Springs Village — and North Texas, with a primary focus on McKinney and Frisco.
Ready to Talk About Your Outdoor Living Project?
Whether you have a clear vision or just know you want to make better use of your outdoor space — we're happy to walk you through the options. Let's start with a conversation about what would work best for your home and your yard.