Complete Outdoor Living Built for Southern Maryland Properties

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Built for the Way You Want to Live Outside


You get a full outdoor living space including decks, patios, pavilions, retaining walls, fireplaces, outdoor kitchens, and lighting with the site work and structure needed to make it last.

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Outdoor Living Starts Here

Give Your Property a Place That Brings People Outside

A complete outdoor living space changes how you use your home. Our team handles the full scope, from grading and drainage to the finished features, so your project comes together without juggling contractors or chasing timelines.

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What Your Outdoor Space Can Include

Full-scope outdoor living for Maryland homeowners

  • Fire pit area constructed as part of a complete outdoor living project in Waldorf, MD

    Fire Pits & Outdoor Fireplaces

    Gas or wood-burning features with proper base prep and safe installation.

  • Pavilion structure providing covered outdoor living space in Severna Park, MD

    Pavilions & Shade Structures

    Covered outdoor spaces sized to your property for dining, entertaining, or year-round use.

  • Outdoor living space with patio seating and integrated fire pit built in Laurel, MD

    Outdoor Kitchens & Lighting

    Integrated cooking areas, utilities, and lighting designed to support evening use and improve visibility, flow, and function across the space.

A Contractor Who Handles What's Underground and What Goes on Top

Most outdoor living projects start with site work. Grading, drainage, retaining walls, and proper base prep all come before the space you see. Our licensed crews and in-house equipment manage every phase so the finished product holds up for years.

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Our Process

How a Full Outdoor Project Comes Together

Backyard landscape design project combining patio and retaining wall features in Laurel, MD

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Your first call goes to Gene. We confirm your needs and schedule a site visit.

01

Receive a Clear Proposal

Your sales rep walks the property, reviews options, and delivers a detailed, line-item estimate.

02

Build With Dedicated Oversight

Your project manager provides daily updates on multi-day projects so you always know what's happening.

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Trusted by Families Across Maryland

What Homeowners Say

"McKenzie's crew did a phenomenal job in creating a backyard space for us! Nothing but professionals, safe equipment operators and great attention to detail. When you have an overgrown space or storm damage, it's hard to visualize what it can be until they get after it. Highly recommend, looking forward to working with them on other projects!" 

Kyle J. via Google Reviews

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Frequently asked questions

What Homeowners Ask Before Starting a Full Outdoor Project

  • We manage everything so you don't need multiple contractors. Most outdoor living projects require grading, drainage, or retaining walls before building. 

  • We often phase projects, starting with a patio or retaining wall, then adding a pavilion, fire feature, or kitchen down the road.

  • Some do. Decks, larger retaining walls, and structural elements often need permits or engineering. We handle that process when required.

  • It depends on scope. Smaller builds may take a week or two. Larger spaces with multiple elements can take several weeks. You'll receive clear scheduling and daily updates throughout.

  • We offer financing up to $100,000 through Home Service Finance, with same-day approvals available.

A Team That Communicates Every Step Of The Way.

Design. Build. Done Right.

At McKenzie Contracting, we manage every phase of your outdoor project, from excavation and grading to patios, retaining walls, decks, and complete outdoor living spaces. Our structured approach, in-house team, and clear communication ensure your project runs smoothly, on time, and to the highest standards.

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