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Altius Services Specializing in Decks, Pole Barns & Garages, Exterior Renovation, and Craftsmanship

Licensed Michigan Residential Builder*Custom Decks*Pole Barns*Exterior Remodeling* 20+ Years of construction leadership and hands-on experience serving Mid-Michigan.

THE $600 QUESTION: IS YOUR HANDYMAN LEGALLY QUALIFIED TO DO THAT PROJECT?Something every Michigan homeowner should under...
11/09/2026

THE $600 QUESTION: IS YOUR HANDYMAN LEGALLY QUALIFIED TO DO THAT PROJECT?

Something every Michigan homeowner should understand before hiring someone to work on their home:

Michigan has licensing requirements for residential construction and home improvement contractors that many homeowners simply aren't aware of.

Under Michigan law (MCL 339.2403), there is a limited exemption allowing individuals to perform certain residential construction and maintenance work without a residential builder or maintenance and alteration contractor license, provided the TOTAL contract price for the project is less than $600.

That's right. Less than $600.

The threshold includes labor, materials, and other project costs. It isn't $600 per day, $600 per visit, or $600 per individual task.

You also cannot break a larger project into multiple smaller contracts to get around the licensing requirement.

Why should homeowners care?

Imagine hiring someone to remodel a bathroom, replace a deck, install flooring, replace windows, or undertake a substantial carpentry project.

If that individual isn't properly licensed for the work, there may be a significant legal and financial problem.

Licensing isn't just a piece of paperwork. It establishes that a contractor has met Michigan's requirements to perform the work they are offering to undertake.

It also matters when something goes wrong, when a project is disputed, or when a contractor and homeowner disagree about payment or completion.

An unlicensed contractor may face legal penalties, and homeowners shouldn't assume that an agreement with an unlicensed individual will provide the same legal protections as an agreement with a properly licensed contractor.

At Altius Services, we believe homeowners deserve to know what makes a person qualified to do the job? & We don't believe saying "I've done the job before when someone else was responsible" qualifies .

Before hiring someone, ask:

- Are you licensed through Michigan LARA?
- Does your license cover the specific work you're proposing?
- Are you properly insured?
- Will I receive a written scope of work and contract?
- Who is legally responsible for the project?

There is nothing wrong with hiring someone for legitimate small maintenance tasks. But when a project becomes a substantial home improvement undertaking, the distinction between a handyman and a properly licensed contractor matters.

Your home is likely your largest investment. The person you hire to work on it should take that responsibility seriously.

Altius Services
"Elevate And Protect Your Investment."

From worn-out to renewed. 🛠️We've been helping get this apartment ready for its next renter, and it's been quite an unde...
10/29/2026

From worn-out to renewed. 🛠️

We've been helping get this apartment ready for its next renter, and it's been quite an undertaking!

With more than 40 years since its last major update and a previous tenant who called this space home for 25 years, this renovation is about more than a fresh coat of paint. It's about bringing new life to a well-lived-in space and preparing it for its next chapter.

The work has included new vinyl flooring throughout, kitchen updates, fresh wall finishes, trim, new entry door, and a new laundry closet, along with plenty of behind-the-scenes carpentry, preparation, and problem-solving that make a transformation like this possible.

We're getting close to the finish line, and I'm looking forward to seeing all the details come together. It's rewarding to take a space with decades of wear and turn it into something fresh, functional, and ready to welcome someone new.

At Altius Services, we believe quality work is in the details, from the improvements you see every day to the craftsmanship that brings it all together.

Protect and elevate your investment.

Have a rental property, renovation, or home improvement project that needs attention? Let's talk.

📍 Serving the I-96 corridor, including Livingston and Ingham Counties.

09/28/2026

I’m looking for someone who wants to learn the construction business from the ground up.

I’m looking to bring on a construction apprentice / field trainee with Altius Services.

I’ve spent a lot of years in this business, from being a journeyman carpenter to running commercial projects as a superintendent, and I’ve got a pretty ridiculous amount of knowledge that I’d like to pass along to somebody who actually wants to learn.

This wouldn’t just be a “show up and carry lumber” job. You’d get hands-on experience learning carpentry, framing, roofing, siding, estimating, reading plans, job planning, material selection, inspections, scheduling, customer communication, and eventually the business side of construction.

I’m particularly interested in someone who is dependable, mechanically inclined, takes pride in their work, and wants to build a career, not just collect a paycheck.

I’d also be interested in college students studying construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field who want real-world experience during the summer or school breaks.

This is a paid position, and the goal is to teach somebody enough that they can eventually become a skilled carpenter, lead, or even move into construction supervision.

Based in Webberville, with work throughout the Livingston/Ingham County area.

If you know somebody who might be a good fit, tag them or send them my way. I’m much more interested in finding the right person than finding somebody who already knows everything. After all, if they already knew everything, I’d have to find something else to teach them.

Finishing up a little re-deck project with my buddy Nash @ Brush & Hammer Co .I wasn’t sure this one could be saved, ...
08/19/2026

Finishing up a little re-deck project with my buddy Nash @ Brush & Hammer Co .

I wasn’t sure this one could be saved, but once we started a little selective demo, it became pretty clear: the only way to save the structure was to completely re-deck it and make the structural repairs while it was still worth repairing.

We’re protecting the new deck with joist tape, proper gapping, and good installation practices. Once the wood loses a little moisture, Nash and the boys will be back to stain and seal it.

Doggone good tip:

If the boards on top are getting soft, there’s a good chance the framing underneath has already started going too. Catch it early, and you can save a lot more good framing, than if you wait until the decking is trashed.

Altius Services altiusmi.com Michigan Residential Builder #242600391

Hello everyone!I just wanted to thank this community for all the support we've received since launching Altius Services....
08/03/2026

Hello everyone!
I just wanted to thank this community for all the support we've received since launching Altius Services. It truly means a lot.
Our website is finally live! If you haven't had a chance yet, we'd really appreciate you checking it out:
www.altiusmi.com⁠�
The desktop version is essentially finished. We're still ironing out a few mobile-view details, but the contact form is fully functional on both desktop and mobile.
Thank you again for supporting a local small business. Every share, recommendation, and referral helps us grow, and we're genuinely grateful for it.

And where there was no door, one appeared. Okay...Turns out I had something to do with that. 😂Another project wrapped u...
06/30/2026

And where there was no door, one appeared. Okay...Turns out I had something to do with that. 😂
Another project wrapped up.

From cutting a new opening and framing to flashing, weatherproofing, and finishing the exterior, it's satisfying to watch a wall become a functional entryway.

Need a new door where one doesn't exist? We've got you covered.

Altius Services
Licensed & Insured

Not every project is a major remodel.Sometimes it's simply doing the small jobs the right way.This week we're pulling pe...
06/25/2026

Not every project is a major remodel.

Sometimes it's simply doing the small jobs the right way.

This week we're pulling permits and installing a new exterior door, complete with a small landing,proper framing, flashing, weatherproofing, and finish work. It's not the biggest project on the schedule, but every job deserves the same attention to detail.

At Altius Services , we believe quality construction starts long before the first cut is made.

"Protect and Elevate Your Investment"
Licensed & Insured
517-862-8577

Another project taking shape.Have you seen one of these pergolas at your local home center, and said "But who will insta...
06/11/2026

Another project taking shape.

Have you seen one of these pergolas at your local home center, and said "But who will install it? " We will. Altius Services

The new concrete patio is complete, and next up will be the exterior upgrades, & hot tub installation. It's already a huge improvement to the backyard, and we're not done yet.

517-862-8577 call or text Mike

Another patio project taking shape.This new concrete patio adds a substantial amount of usable outdoor living space and ...
06/05/2026

Another patio project taking shape.
This new concrete patio adds a substantial amount of usable outdoor living space and gives the homeowners a durable, low-maintenance area to enjoy with family and friends.
Clean, simple, and built to last.
More progress photos coming soon.

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PO Box 538
Webberville, MI
48892

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(517)8628577

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