How Much Does a Full Outdoor Living Transformation Cost in Gainesville & Greater Atlanta, GA?

Housworth Construction, a Suwanee-based contractor serving Greater Atlanta since 1929, recently completed a full exterior transformation for homeowners in Gainesville, GA. Here's what goes into a project like that — and what you should budget for each component.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a new deck cost in Georgia?

Deck costs in Georgia typically range from $15 to $35+ per square foot depending on material (pressure-treated lumber, composite, or hardwood), size, design complexity, and site conditions. For a mid-size deck in the Gainesville or Atlanta metro, most homeowners budget between $12,000 and $28,000. Multi-level decks or those requiring significant grading work will fall toward the higher end.

How much does a stone retaining wall cost?

Natural stone retaining walls generally range from $25 to $75 per square foot installed, with final cost driven by wall height, length, drainage requirements, and material selection. A functional landscaping retaining wall on a typical Greater Atlanta residential property runs between $8,000 and $20,000. Beyond cost, a properly engineered retaining wall pays dividends in erosion prevention and usable yard space.

What does an outdoor fireplace cost in Georgia?

A custom-built outdoor masonry fireplace in Georgia is typically a $6,000 to $20,000+ investment depending on size, stone selection, and finish details. Prefabricated kits run significantly less, but a hand-laid stone fireplace built by experienced masons delivers a completely custom look that adds lasting value to the home.

What is included in stone masonry work?

Stone masonry encompasses a wide range of work: retaining walls, fireplace surrounds, accent walls, outdoor kitchen facades, column construction, and ornamental stonework. When masonry is part of a larger exterior remodel, coordination with the deck and roofing crews is essential to a cohesive result.

How much does a roof replacement cost in Greater Atlanta?

Roof replacement in the Atlanta metro typically ranges from $8,000 to $18,000 for a standard residential home. Housworth Construction is a certified Owens Corning contractor, meaning homeowners get access to industry-leading product warranties. Factors affecting cost include square footage, pitch, existing layers, ventilation upgrades, and material selection.

What does a complete exterior transformation cost all-in?

When you combine a new deck, stone retaining wall, outdoor fireplace, stone masonry, and roof replacement into a single project, as Housworth did for Kenneth and Jennifer in Gainesville, the total investment typically falls between $60,000 and $120,000+, depending on home size, material selections, and design complexity. Bundling multiple trades with a single contractor often reduces overall cost and produces a more cohesive finished product.

Why hire one contractor for the entire project?

Coordinating multiple specialty contractors for a project of this scope introduces significant scheduling risk, accountability gaps, and design inconsistency. Housworth Construction is uniquely equipped to manage all five trades- decking, masonry, fireplace, roofing, and general exterior remodeling- under one roof. That single point of contact gives homeowners a cleaner process and a more unified finished result.

Get a Free Estimate for Your Gainesville or Greater Atlanta Exterior Project

Whether you're planning a complete outdoor transformation or starting with a single component, Housworth Construction offers free, no-obligation estimates to homeowners throughout Greater Atlanta. We serve Gainesville, Suwanee, Lawrenceville, Duluth, Buford, Norcross, Roswell, Dacula, Flowery Branch, and surrounding communities.

Call us at 1-770-622-5123 or visit housworthconstruction.com to schedule your consultation.