Custom Decks and StruXure Pergolas Installed in Vernon Hills, IL 

Your home's interior looks great. Your landscaping is maintained. But the backyard still hasn't caught up. Maybe your deck is showing its age, or you've been thinking about a pergola without knowing where to begin. Thankfully, Erdmann Outdoor Living is here to help. 

We’re a family-owned outdoor living contractor that has served Vernon Hills, IL, and Chicagoland since 1982. We manage design, permitting, and construction as a single, connected process, so you're never left coordinating separate companies. Every project begins with a dedicated designer who will provide a detailed custom rendering tailored to your yard.

Custom Deck Builds for Vernon Hills Homes

Erdmann Outdoor Living works exclusively with TimberTech decking. The advanced PVC and composite material holds up through Chicago winters without splintering, fading, or requiring the seasonal maintenance that wood demands. Our TimberTech Platinum Pro certification reflects the depth of our experience installing this decking system.

Every deck we build in Vernon Hills is fully custom. Your designer works from your property dimensions and how you plan to use the space, not a preset template pulled from a catalog. We pull all permits and manage the full scope, so you can sit back and relax as your new outdoor living area takes shape. 

Add deck accessories like integrated lighting, railing systems, and motorized screens. These features are included in the original project scope, so your finished space will feel intentional from the start, not pieced together after the fact.

StruXure Pergola Installation in Vernon Hills 

Struxure louvered roof systems give you complete control over light and airflow. Motorized louvers open and close with a push of a button, providing shade, rain protection, and comfort throughout the seasons, while motorized screens integrate with Struxure systems to add privacy and additional weather protection. As an exclusive Struxure partner, Erdmann Outdoor Living brings manufacturer expertise that general contractors simply can’t match.

A Backyard Remodel Designed Around Your Needs 

Not every homeowner comes to us with a finished outdoor design concept in mind. Some know their yard feels incomplete, but haven't landed on whether it needs a deck, a pergola, a combination, or something else entirely. That's a normal place to start, and it's exactly where our design process helps.

Erdmann Outdoor Living begins with a consultation and develops a full custom outdoor rendering before any work starts. Nothing moves forward until you've seen exactly what the finished project will look like. For larger scopes, our outdoor renovation service integrates multiple elements into a single coordinated build so everything fits together as a whole.

Our backyard remodeling process starts with your yard and your priorities, not whatever happens to be available.

What Vernon Hills Homeowners Can Expect 

Erdmann Outdoor Living has been beautifying outdoor spaces since 1982. That's more than four decades of serving homeowners across Vernon Hills, with a process refined by the demands of earning and keeping a lasting reputation.

We're family-owned, which means the people making decisions are directly invested in how your project turns out. Design, permitting, and construction run as a single connected sequence. You're not managing handoffs between separate vendors or tracking down permit status on your own. We handle the entire process from the first conversation through the final walkthrough.

Premium materials are our standard. Every project includes a dedicated designer and a rendered plan before any commitment is required. You’ll see the finished concept first. If adjustments are needed, we make them. When you're ready to move forward, we are too.

Free estimates are available, as well as financing options for larger projects. Check out our current promotions and browse real reviews from other Chicagoland homeowners.

Our Outdoor Living Credentials and Recognitions 

• TimberTech Platinum Pro certified

• StruXure Design Award Winner

• TimberTech Design Award Winner

• NADRA National Deck Competition Winner

• Guildmaster Award for Service Excellence

• Named to the Qualified Remodeler Top 500 List

• Featured in Deck Specialist Magazine

• Better Business Bureau accredited

• Certified Contractors Network member

Learn more about Erdmann Outdoor Living. 

Common Questions About Outdoor Living Projects in Vernon Hills

Do you handle permits for deck and pergola projects in Vernon Hills?

Yes. Permitting is included in our full-service process, taking the burden off homeowners. 

What is the difference between a standard pergola and a StruXure louvered roof system?

A standard pergola provides fixed shade. Struxure louvers are motorized for on-demand shade, airflow control, and rain protection. Our exclusive partnership ensures expert installation and manufacturer support. 

How do I get started on my outdoor living project?

Begin with a free consultation and estimate. An Erdmann Outdoor Living designer will create a custom rendering so you can see your yard’s transformation before work begins. Our service area includes Vernon Hills and surrounding Chicago suburbs.

Start Your Vernon Hills Outdoor Living Project With a Free Estimate

If upgrading your outdoor living space has been on your to-do list, now’s a great time to move forward with Erdmann Outdoor Living. Our top-rated team offers custom deck builds, StruXure pergola systems, and full backyard remodels, all while handling design, permitting, and construction as one seamless process. Schedule your free estimate in Vernon Hills today.