About Us

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About Cedarbrook Outdoor Design/Build

At Cedarbrook Outdoor Design/Build, we believe your backyard should be more than square footage, it should be a place where life happens. For over 20 years, we’ve been designing and building exceptional outdoor living environments that bring families together, create lasting memories, and instill genuine pride in the places people call home.

Our Mission

Our mission is to offer a wide range of well-designed, functional outdoor living environments that allow homeowners to enjoy time with family and friends in the comfort of their own homes.

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Our Vision

Cedarbrook’s vision is to create functional environments for homeowners that instill pride while allowing them to truly relax and find enjoyment in their own home — as the dynamics of homelife evolve and change.

Two Decades of Craftsmanship

What started as a passion for thoughtful design and quality construction has grown into one of the region’s most recognized outdoor living companies. Over 20 years, we’ve built hundreds of custom decks, pergolas, patios, porches, and complete outdoor spaces, each one tailored to the family that will live in it.

Our longevity isn’t just a number. It’s a reflection of the trust homeowners place in us, the relationships we’ve built, and the standards we refuse to compromise on. Every project we take on carries the same commitment it always has: do the work right, stand behind it completely, and leave the homeowner with something they’re proud of.

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Award-Winning Excellence

Recognition from the industry’s most respected organizations reflects what our clients experience firsthand — a company that holds itself to an exceptional standard.

2025 NADRA Award Recipient

Recognized by the North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA) for excellence in the outdoor living industry.

2023 Yellawood Deck Specialist of the Year

Named Deck Specialist of the Year by Yellawood, one of the most respected names in outdoor building materials. This honor recognizes outstanding craftsmanship, design expertise, and dedication to the craft.

Remodeling Magazine Big50 — Class of 2019

Each year since 1986, Remodeling Magazine has inducted just 50 remodeling companies nationwide into the Big50. This recognizes firms that set exceptionally high standards for professionalism, integrity, craftsmanship, and community impact. Since the program began, fewer than 2% of all remodeling businesses in the country have earned this distinction. Cedarbrook is proud to be among them.

TimberTech Platinum Pro

Achieving Platinum Pro status with TimberTech reflects our deep product expertise and high volume of quality installations, placing us among a select group of contractors at the top tier of the TimberTech builder network.

NADRA Deck Evaluation & Inspection Certified

Our NADRA certification in deck evaluation and inspection means we bring a trained, professional eye to every project, whether we built it or not. Homeowners can trust that their outdoor structure meets current safety and building standards.

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Our Warranty Commitment

We stand behind everything we build, not just with words, but with industry-leading warranty coverage.

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10-Year Workmanship Warranty

on all carpentry work

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3-Year Workmanship Warranty

on all hardscape projects

When we say we build it to last, our warranty backs it up.

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Meet the Owner — Mike Arneson Jr.

Cedarbrook was founded on a simple belief: that great outdoor spaces start with great design. Owner Mike Arneson Jr. brings a designer’s eye and a builder’s discipline to every project, with a deep specialization in outdoor design that sets Cedarbrook’s work apart from the standard contractor.

When Mike isn’t building outdoor spaces for others, you’ll find him enjoying his own. An avid outdoorsman and family man, Mike spends his time golfing, fishing, hunting, hiking, and playing pickleball — and traveling whenever the opportunity allows. That genuine love for outdoor living isn’t just a hobby. It informs every decision made at Cedarbrook, from the materials we specify to the way we think about how a space will actually be used.

Meet The Team

Our team has spent years helping Maryland homeowners create outdoor spaces they’re proud of. Every person here is committed to the quality and craftsmanship Cedarbrook is known for.

Leadership and Management

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Michael Arneson, Jr.

Owner/President

Founded Cedarbrook in 2006

Officer manager of cedarbrookinc kristen arneson

Kristen Arneson

Office Manager

Team Member since 2006

Installation department manager of cedarbrookinc john duchaj

John Duchaj

Installation Department Manager

Team Member since 2012

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Wayne Horner

Field Supervisor

Team Member since 2015

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Jose Quintanilla

Lead Carpenter

Team Member since 2016

Administrative Professionals

Installation coordinator of cedarbrookinc william bill pizzano

William (Bill) Pizzano

Installation Coordinator

Team Member since 2018

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Noah Arthur

Drone Pilot

Team Member since 2021

Client service operation support of cedarbrookinc tina stohlman

Tina Stohlman

Client Service/Operations Support

Team Member since 2021

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Ashley Reed

Administrative Assistant

Team Member since 2024

Sales and Design

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Leonard (Lenny) Miller

Sales & Design Consultant

Team Member since 2020
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Samantha (Sam) Sheehy

Drafting & Design

Team Member since 2021

Sales and design consultant of cedarbrookinc david dave boswell

David (Dave) Boswell

Sales & Design Consultant

Team Member since 2024
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Community Involvement

Supporting the communities where we live and work matters to us. We have sponsored the Three Rangers Foundation Golf Tournament for three years running, and we back a wide range of local organizations including Center Stage Performing Arts Academy, MAYAA Baseball, Mt. Airy Net, Mount Airy Fire Department, the local VFW Post, Libertytown Fire Department, Mount Airy Christian Academy Robotics Club, the Give Back Deer Crossing annual fun run, Kiwanis Club, and Linganore High School Athletics.

Hear From Our Satisfied Clients

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Yochi Dreazen
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We couldn’t be happier with the new deck Cedarbrook built for us. They were creative and thoughtful about the design, stayed on schedule, and were incredibly responsive throughout the entire process. Most importantly, the quality of the finished deck is outstanding. We’ve already gotten a lot of compliments from friends and neighbors. The crew was professional and considerate from start to finish. They kept the site clean, kept noise to a minimum, and were always willing to move equipment or materials when they were blocking our garage. They also quickly took care of the few small things we noticed during the final walkthrough. We had a great experience with Cedarbrook, strongly recommend them, and would happily work with them again.
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James Willett
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Cedarbrook completely transformed our backyard patio and deck. Our project was in many ways complex, including the need to re-engineer and remove deck footers beams for more space between, while not tearing down the entire deck as the deck boards, railing, etc were all still in great shape. We were installing new hardscaping features such as pool, wood fireplace, gas fireplace and bar and counter area on the patio. Mike (owner) met with us and instilled confidence they could get the job done. From the start, we had a great relationship built on trust, communication and transparency. Whether working with Tina as PM, Wayne as foreman, Kristen for invoicing/billing, Mike as owner, or any of the numerous team members we had at our home, all were courteous, professional, and focused on completing a job where every detail mattered. A project of this magnitude will never go perfectly and when issues would arrive, Tina, Wayne or Mike would let us know and work collaboratively with us to find solutions. The pictures speak for themselves. If I had another backyard to transform, I would call Cedarbrook again, without hesitation.
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We purchased a house in Olney last year, and knew when we purchased it that the deck needed some issues addressed. We met with several contractors and received quotes for the work. After meeting with Mike and Sam from Cedarbrook, we knew from their professionalism and years in the industry that we wanted to hire them to do the work. They took the time to meet with us and answer all of our questions, to fully understand our vision for the new deck, and also to address our concerns about replacing the ledger board, as our basement is fully finished. Their solution resulted in an extremely sturdy frame for our new deck that wouldn't require any holes in the finished basement drywall. The entire process from demolition through final inspection was extremely easy for us as homeowners. We are so glad that we decided to go with Cedarbrook for our project. We could not be happier with the process, communication with the Cedarbrook team, and final results. We would definitely recommend Cedarbrook for anyone considering having a new deck built on their home.
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Julia Embaby
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Cedarbrook truly delivered! From a complete deck rebuild to fixing a shifting second-story porch, they handled everything with professionalism and expertise. Lenny was awesome and worked with my timeline while I was in the middle of refinancing to afford the repairs. He even helped with some appraisal repairs so the loan would go through. The finished deck looks great; they used quality materials, and most importantly, it is sturdy, safe, and we love it! I'm 100% choosing them for a future project I have planned. 💯🏡🛠️
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Cedarbrooke gets five stars in every phase of our project. The sales and design team were very responsive and walked me through all of the material options. The design team captured perfectly what I wanted. This project was a tear down of a thirty five year old deck and a complete rebuild. They have a logistics person who communicated regularly with me the scheduling and status of the project. The crew that built the deck were true craftsmen. It became obvious to me after day one they all were very concerned about the detail and quality of their work.
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Mike was outstanding definitely recommend for any deck needs.
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Jennifer List
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My husband and I had plans for a deck renovation and a screened porch addition. After meeting with Mike, our plans grew into a 3-season room. As with any big project, it took some time to build, but we are thrilled with the outcome. We have an incredible addition to our property and to our lives. Mike has put together a great team. We dreaded having strangers on our property for such a long stretch of time, but overall, they were just great people and actually nice to have around. They use top notch products for a beautiful, quality finish. His team did everything for us from creating a gorgeous design to building an addition that fit so perfectly with our home that it looks like it was part of the original build. We will be forever grateful that we chose Cedarbrook.
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Cedarbrook Outdoor Design built our deck and porch! The quality is top notch and their crew excellent! We have waited nine years for our deck and porch and it was well worth the wait. I highly recommend Cedarbrook Outdoor Design!!! You won't be disappointed!!
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Built on Relationships, Not Just Projects

We’re not a volume builder. We’re a team that takes the time to understand how you live, what you value, and what your family needs from your outdoor space, then designs and builds something that delivers on all of it. That approach has earned us long-term relationships with clients, referrals that span generations, and a reputation we work hard to protect every single day.

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Let's Build Something Exceptional

Whether you’re starting with a clear vision or a blank backyard, we’re ready to help you create an outdoor space that exceeds expectations; and lasts for years to come. Call Cedarbrook Outdoor Design/Build at (301) 703-8728 to connect with our experts and take the first step toward the outdoor spaces you have been envisioning. We are located at 2303 Back Acre Cir, Mt. Airy, MD 21771 and serve homeowners throughout the surrounding Maryland region. 

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