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What’s the Best Time of Year to Get a Deck?

With summer well underway here in Maryland, many homeowners may regret not adding a deck onto their home this past spring. As the temperatures begin to lower and the cooler evenings come, a deck is a perfect place to unwind at the end of a long day.

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But when is the best time to add a deck? Is it too late now that summer is almost over? Let’s look at why adding a deck in the fall and winter is a great option for many homeowners.

Cost Savings

If you are able to plan ahead for your deck project, you may be able to save some serious money. Because many homeowners aren’t thinking about their outdoor living space as the temperatures drop, many contractors have more availability and sometimes run off-season specials. By waiting until business is slower for your builder, you may be able to get a better deal. In contrast, waiting until spring or early summer could wind up costing you more simply because demand is higher.

Project Efficiency

In addition to the special pricing you may be able to get, deck building projects often take less time during the fall and early winter. Because contractors are less busy, they can usually devote more time and manpower to your deck and get it finished faster. The faster the project can be completed, the sooner you can enjoy your new space and the less it will cost you.

Things to Keep in Mind

While fall and early winter are a great time to build a deck, it is important to keep in mind that weather in Maryland is unpredictable. While fall is usually the perfect weather for building, an early deep frost can set the project back, as can heavy rains or early snow. The chance of poor weather isn’t a reason not to build during this time of the year, but it is important to have realistic expectations and be flexible.

Adding a deck onto your home adds to its value and to your enjoyment of your outdoor space. The best time to add a deck is whenever you are ready, but by choosing to build in the fall or winter, you may be able to enjoy a cost savings, which is always a good thing! If you are in need of a new deck builder in MD, call us at Custom Deck Builders today! We are filling out our fall and winter schedule now and would love to get your deck on the books!

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