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What to Know: Building or Renovating an Outdoor Deck

Outdoor decks provide space for year-round gatherings and add revalue to a home

You don’t need to confine your living space to the inside of your home. Your backyard or side yard can offer a paradise of fresh air, natural light, plants, and flowers. Outdoor decks tie these two living spaces while also adding to the value of your home.

Think of a deck as the perfect connection from inside to outside. An outdoor deck elevates users from the ground and provides a unique view of your property and beyond. Decks also can be a centerpiece of outdoor social life, a gathering place for barbecues, parties, or even restful solitude.

Types of outdoor decks

Freestanding outdoor decks

Freestanding decks, also called floating or ground-level decks, hug closer to grade than attached decks. You can build these decks alongside the house or anywhere within the yard.

Many municipalities don’t require building permits for outdoor deck designs less than a certain height above grade (often 30 inches) and not built over a basement or lower story. The deck area may not be part of an accessible route to either of these lower areas. The deck should still follow all applicable building codes.

Freestanding decks, also called floating or ground-level decks, hug closer to grade than attached decks. You can build these decks alongside the house or anywhere within the yard.

Attached or fixed decks

Attached, or fixed, decks are more elaborate structures than freestanding decks. They may be taller, require special footings, use guards and handrails, and attach to the home with a ledger board. Because this deck design is complex, most homeowners will hire a contractor or other professional to build an attached deck.

Choosing Budget-Friendly Materials for Your Renovation

When planning a deck renovation on a budget, selecting the right materials is paramount to balance cost-efficiency with quality. Here are a few budget-friendly materials we recommend:
1. Treated Pine: Known for its cost-effectiveness, treated pine is durable when properly maintained, making it a great choice for those looking to save without sacrificing quality.
2. Composite Decking: Initially more expensive than some woods, composite decking can be a cost-effective option in the long run due to its low maintenance needs and long lifespan.
3. Recycled Materials: Choosing recycled or reclaimed wood not only helps the environment but also can save costs. These materials offer a unique aesthetic appeal while often being less expensive than new materials.

Choosing the right materials involves weighing their initial cost against their longevity and maintenance needs. This approach ensures we make smart choices that will keep the renovation within budget while ensuring the deck remains durable and beautiful.

How do we build an outdoor deck?

Building a new outdoor deck will require all of the following steps, while renovating a deck may involve only a subset. Building a new deck usually takes between 1 and 3 weeks.

The homeowner meets with the deck builder to discuss their vision for the deck. The builder may advise the homeowner on appropriate styles and designs.
Next, the team draws up detailed blueprints and prices out materials to create a solid cost estimate for the homeowner.
The builder submits deck plans to the building department. City technicians visit to mark the site so digging doesn’t damage underground services.
They prepare the site by staking out string around the outline of the deck, and removing any necessary sod.
After establishing the position of the piers and footers, the builders create the the deck: dig the holes; set the piers and footers; install the ledger board on the house; install the posts, followed by beams and joists.
After they establish the general structure, they attach and trim the decking boards.
They add additional features, such as stairs and railings.
If needed, they stain the deck, and seal it for weather resistance.

Building a new outdoor deck will require all of the following steps, while renovating a deck may involve only a subset. Building a new deck usually takes between 1 and 3 weeks.

The homeowner meets with the deck builder to discuss their vision for the deck. The builder may advise the homeowner on appropriate styles and designs.
Next, the team draws up detailed blueprints and prices out materials to create a solid cost estimate for the homeowner.
The builder submits deck plans to the building department. City technicians visit to mark the site so digging doesn’t damage underground services.
They prepare the site by staking out string around the outline of the deck, and removing any necessary sod.
After establishing the position of the piers and footers, the builders create the the deck: dig the holes; set the piers and footers; install the ledger board on the house; install the posts, followed by beams and joists.
After they establish the general structure, they attach and trim the decking boards.
They add additional features, such as stairs and railings.
If needed, they stain the deck, and seal it for weather resistance.

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Best Deck Construction and Restoration in
Maryland, DC and Virginia