Outdoor Living

What Outdoor Living does

Outdoor Living Inc. is a privately held design-build contractor founded in 2008 and headquartered in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The company designs, builds, and installs custom outdoor living structures for residential homeowners and commercial/HOA clients across the Grand Strand region (Pawley's Island to Little River). Its service portfolio spans pergolas and patio covers (including automated models with adjustable louvers and remote controls), custom outdoor kitchens, stone/brick/concrete fire pits and fireplaces, outdoor lighting and audio systems, fountain scapes, and motorized screens. The firm functions as an affiliate installer for material suppliers including Mid Atlantic Concrete Products, Rockwood Retaining Walls, Belgard Pavers, Cardinal Architectural, and Aquascape.

The business is founder-owned and operated by Allen Whittemore, with an 11–50 employee headcount operating entirely within a single regional market. Revenue is generated through one-time project fees, with pricing fully quote-based and dependent on scope, materials, and customization. Go-to-market is sales-led and direct: customers initiate contact via website forms, phone ((843) 360-1466), or email, with no intermediaries, resellers, or formalized channel partners. Marketing is limited to the company website, blog content, Google reviews/testimonials, and an online portfolio gallery. The company holds no patents, no published certifications, no external funding, and has no disclosed subsidiaries, acquisitions, or institutional ownership.

There is no technology platform, software product, API, mobile app, or AI component underlying the service offering; the differentiator rests on craftsmanship, custom design capability, and local reputation. The business operates as a traditional services firm with project-based economics, no recurring revenue stream, and no disclosed financials.

Name

Outdoor Living

Legal name

Outdoor Living Inc.

Website

https://outdoorlivinginc.biz

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Outdoor Living Inc. is a Myrtle Beach-based design-build contractor founded in 2008 that designs and installs custom pergolas, outdoor kitchens, fire features, lighting/audio systems, fountain scapes, and motorized screens for residential and commercial clients across the Grand Strand region of South Carolina.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hardscape and Outdoor Living Construction Services

akta.pro primary industry

Patio Construction (Pavers, Concrete & Stone) (HSAPALAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Pergolas, Gazebos & Shade Structures (HSAPALAD), Fire Pits & Outdoor Fireplaces (HSAIACAG), Outdoor Kitchens & Built-In BBQ Islands (HSAIACAF), Deck, Patio & Step Lighting Installation (HSAIAHAF)

Keywords

• Hardscape installation
• Outdoor kitchen design
• Stone veneer services
• Pergola construction
• Outdoor living design

Headquarters

HQ city

Myrtle Beach

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Custom Outdoor Construction & Installation: Project-based revenue from designing and building custom outdoor living spaces including pergolas, outdoor kitchens, fire features, water features, lighting systems, and motorized screens. Revenue is generated through one-time project fees based on scope, materials, and customization level.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Outdoor Living Inc. designs and installs custom outdoor living spaces for residential and commercial clients in the greater Myrtle Beach area and the Grand Strand. Core offerings include pergolas and patio covers, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces and fire pits, outdoor lighting and audio systems, fountain scapes, motorized screens, and supporting hardscape and stone veneer services using products from affiliate partners such as Mid Atlantic Concrete Products, Rockwood Retaining Walls, and Belgard Pavers.

Product overview

Outdoor Living Inc. is a hardscape and outdoor living design-build company serving the greater Myrtle Beach area and Grand Strand since 2008. The company operates as a single-service business offering an integrated portfolio of outdoor living products and installation services for both residential and commercial/HOA clients. Its core offerings include Pergolas & Patio Covers (custom, automatic, and covered models), Outdoor Kitchens (custom-built with stainless steel appliances), Outdoor Fireplaces & Fire Pits (stone, brick, and concrete construction), Outdoor Lighting & Audio (hardwired and wireless systems), Fountain Scapes (custom water features), and Motorized Screens (from Cardinal Architectural). Supporting services include hardscape and stone veneer installations using materials from affiliate partners Mid Atlantic Concrete Products, Rockwood Retaining Walls, and Belgard Pavers. All offerings are delivered as design-build services with installation, with the company serving as both product vendor and contractor.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pergolas & Patio Covers Custom, automatic, and covered pergolas and patio covers installed in the Myrtle Beach area, featuring adjustable louvers, remote-controlled operation, retractable shades, rainproof covers, and limited lifetime warranties on premium materials. Designed for residential and commercial property owners seeking shade, weather protection, and aesthetic enhancement of outdoor spaces.
• Outdoor Kitchens Custom outdoor kitchens built for year-round use with stainless steel appliances, countertops, island tops, fire pits, stonework, and durable surfaces engineered to withstand Myrtle Beach's coastal weather conditions. Targeted at homeowners and commercial properties seeking functional outdoor cooking and entertaining areas.
• Outdoor Fireplaces & Fire Pits Custom fire pits and outdoor fireplaces constructed using stone, brick, and concrete materials with full-service design, construction, installation, and maintenance. Aimed at Myrtle Beach homeowners seeking ambiance, warmth, and visual focal points for outdoor living areas, with safety compliance built in.
• Outdoor Lighting & Audio Custom outdoor lighting and audio systems including hardwired and wireless solutions, LED lights, and wireless speakers for homes, businesses, and resorts in Myrtle Beach. Products are sourced from leading industry manufacturers and designed to withstand weather conditions, serving residential and commercial customers.
• Fountain Scapes Custom outdoor fountain scapes for residential and commercial properties featuring unique water feature designs inspired by Aquascape, with high-quality components selected for durability and longevity. Designed for homeowners and commercial properties seeking decorative and ambient water features.
• Motorized Screens Motorized screens for pergolas and outdoor living spaces sourced from Cardinal Architectural, featuring weatherproofing options, remote control operation, and maintenance and repair services. Designed for residential and commercial customers seeking retractable protection from sun, insects, and weather.
• Hardscape & Stone Veneer Services Hardscape and stone veneer installation services including retaining walls, pool decks, patios, and pavers, using products from affiliate partners Mid Atlantic Concrete Products, Rockwood Retaining Walls, and Belgard Pavers. Targeted at homeowners and commercial/HOA clients seeking to enhance curb appeal, add functionality, and increase property resale value.

Quantifiable outcome

• Property value increases with hardscape and veneer installation
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Mid Atlantic Concrete ProductsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliate company that creates kits for customers to choose their next project from. Outdoor Living Inc. provides expert installation services to customer specifications.
• Rockwood Retaining WallsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliate company that creates kits for customers to choose their next project from. Outdoor Living Inc. provides expert installation services to customer specifications.
• Belgard PaversminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliate company that creates kits for customers to choose their next project from. Outdoor Living Inc. provides expert installation services to customer specifications.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Belgard: Major hardscape manufacturer and affiliate partner supplying pavers, retaining walls, and outdoor kitchen kits; Outdoor Living serves as an affiliate installer while Belgard offers a competing delivery model via other contractors.
• Unilock: North American hardscape manufacturer offering pavers, retaining walls, and outdoor living systems through certified installer programs that directly compete with Outdoor Living's service offering.
• Techo-Bloc: Hardscape manufacturer of pavers, retaining walls, and outdoor fire features; sells into the same residential and commercial markets served by Outdoor Living via contractor networks.
• Renaissance Patio: Manufacturer and installer network for patio covers, pergolas, and outdoor structures; overlaps with Outdoor Living's pergola and patio cover service line.
• StruXure: Manufacturer of motorized pergola and louver-roof systems; competes for the premium pergola category that is one of Outdoor Living's flagship product lines.
• Archadeck: National outdoor living design-build franchise operating in the same custom pergolas, patios, decks, and outdoor kitchens category with similar local-franchise project delivery model.

Regional players

• Treasure Coast Pavers: Regional Florida-based outdoor living and hardscape contractor with comparable design-build service model, including patios, outdoor kitchens, and fire features, focused on a different coastal geography.
• California Outdoor Concepts: Southern California outdoor kitchen and outdoor living design-build firm with similar custom project approach; comparable business model serving a different regional market.

Broad incumbents

• AZEK (TimberTech): Large manufacturer of decking, railing, and outdoor building materials; competes for share of outdoor renovation budgets that Outdoor Living targets, particularly patio and deck segments.
• SiteOne Landscape Supply: Largest North American distributor of landscape and hardscape products including pavers, lighting, and outdoor living supplies; operates adjacent in the same supply-and-service ecosystem rather than competing install-for-install.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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