The process
We take pride in our thorough approach to creating the perfect play structure for your family. From the initial phone consultation to the final screw, we guide you every step of the way, ensuring the dream is brought to life. We understand the importance of attention to detail and our goal is to make the journey as smooth as possible - because we believe that the excitement and joy should begin well before the first trip down the slide! So, let’s start transforming your backyard or playroom into a place of fun and imagination!
Get Started Form
To get started, click the button below and fill out the Get Started Form and schedule your free Get Started Call. The form gives us all the information we need to start your one-of-a-kind play structure.
Get Started Call
On our phone call we will discuss your project, fill you in on the process of designing and building your fort, answer any of your questions, and schedule a time to come out to your house for a site visit.
Site Visit
At the site visit, we develop ideas, select play features and potential locations, take photos and measurements, discuss budget, and determine the best play structure for your family.
Design
We develop an initial play structure , custom designed for your family, with all the play features we discussed at the site visit, and provide pricing and any additional options for your play structure. We present the design to your family and gather feedback and then prepare a final design, cost, and construction timeline.
Construction
We start hammering away at your play structure in our shop, toss on some colorful stain, and schedule a delivery and installation date. Depending on the size and complexity of the play structure, it can take anywhere from multiple days to multiple weeks to complete construction and staining.
Delivery and Installation
We break down your fort into a cute little package. Load it up and make the trip to its final destination. We spend a couple days reassembling it and installing all the exciting play features.
Completion!
We’re finished! We’ve put the finishing touches on your fort, cleaned up, and packed all of our tools in the truck. Now it's yours to enjoy for years to come!
Frequently Ask Questions
Designed to provide you with answers to some of the most asked questions, offer insights into our innovative process, construction methods, and how we turn imagination into reality for young adventurers. If your curiosity isn't completely satisfied, our friendly team is ready to assist you further, just fill out the form below with your questions.
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We have listed a ‘Similar Designs Range From’ for each project on the Our Work page, so check there for an idea on prices.
Our play structures vary in cost depending on size, play features, current lumber prices, complexity, travel distance, and if it’s stained. There are a lot of variables that influence the cost, so we try our best to design something that fits your budget.
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Yes! We currently build anywhere in Minnesota! We are based in Minnetonka and depending on how far we have to travel, there may be an additional travel fee.
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We are full service - meaning we handle the design and the construction - everything! There’s no hand off to other contractors - making it so much easier to bring your dreams to life!
Make sure to check out our process page. We’ve laid out our process in great detail. If you still have questions, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help.
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The whole process, from our first phone call, to designing, to the completion of the fort, can take anywhere from 2-6 months, plus additional time depending on how far booked out we are.
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We use cedar lumber for our outdoor forts and a variety of wood and plywood for our indoor forts.
We handpick all of our lumber to ensure the best quality play structure. We will discuss the differences in lumber during the design process.
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We do!
Outdoor Play Structures
You have a choice of staining an outdoor play structure. Some families choose to leave the play structure natural to save on cost and some decide to stain it to increase its durability and/or achieve a desired look.
We always recommend staining as it will prolong its life and add character to the fort. We use kid-friendly stains on all of our play structures.
Indoor Play Structures
We stain all of the indoor play structures to increase durability and cleanability.
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Outdoor Play Structures
The best ways to protect your outdoor play structure is to stain it and remove leaves and debris. Use a leaf blower to remove debris in the fall and give it a light power washing in the spring so it’s ready for play.
Some features do better if brought inside during the winter, like hammocks and zip line seats. We will walk you through all of our recommendations.
Indoor Play Structure
Can be wiped down with a damp cloth or cleaned with a mild detergent, just like a hardwood floor.
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Typical projects take between 2-3 weeks to build. If we are doing a complex or larger design, it might take additional time to complete. We will give you a construction timeline as we start designing your fort.
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Yes! We believe that all kids need and deserve a place to play! That’s why we custom design our forts and play features to allow for everyone to play. We can incorporate ramps and accessible surfacing, adaptive equipment, and accessible features so everyone can experience the excitement and adventure of a fort!
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Of course not! There’s a different set of play features for older kids. They might not like swings but will probably enjoy trap doors, zip lines, and foam pits. We build forts the whole family will enjoy - even Grandma!
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Nope! We can work with hills and small footprints! That’s one of the benefits of a custom play structure- we can design it to fit almost anywhere. It’s great when those hard to use spaces become awesome play areas!
Have More Questions?
We can’t wait to hear from you! You can connect with us using the form below. We are ready to answer any questions you may have about creating your family’s dream fort. Don't delay, get in touch now!