It bugged you all summer long. Your home is completely deckless. Throw a big backyard Fourth of July barbecue? Nope. You’d rather not have your friends and neighbors noticing how bare your home’s backside really is. Now is the perfect time to build a deck for your home.

It’s cold in the winter, snow all over the place, but you still get those glimpses of sunshine that make you long for a deck to enjoy most of the year. You might wonder when is a good time to start working on deck plans – should you wait till Spring? Our answer is simple, winter and the “off-season” is a great time to start discussing engineering, permitting, and getting on the build schedule. Below are the 5 things you should know about to get the jump on your deck project while the snow is still flying:

5 Reasons Why You Should Build Your Deck In the Winter

1. You Need Time for the Red Tape

You may not have thought of it, but building a deck requires lining up the right permits, completing engineered plans in some cases, checking all the boxes with your HOA (Homeowner Association), and then getting materials ordered . By starting your deck-building project in the winter, you’ll have plenty of time to get these items done under less stress when municipalities and other organizations may not be quite as busy.

2. Take Your Time with Design

Because you have plenty of time, you can work with your deck building contractor to carefully plan out your deck, so it’s perfect for your space and your lifestyle. The last thing you want is a rush job that leaves you thinking, “I wish we’d done this or added that.” Northern Lights Exteriors offers assistance with your deck design if you don’t already have a plan.

3. It’s Easier on Your Lawn

When the ground is frozen, you’re less likely to have your turf all torn up by trucks and other machinery needed to build your deck. Don’t worry about the frozen ground being hard to work on. A good contractor like Northern Lights Exteriors can handle that. Frankly, it’s better than trying to build during the wet months of spring.

4. Beat the Rush

Ask any contractor, and they’ll tell you that people come out of their homes with the first sign of spring frantic to start their outdoor remodeling projects. By beating the rush, you’ll get a little more personal attention and can even get the pick of install dates when the calendar is more open. Additionally, starting your project early allows for a more thorough planning process and the ability to make any necessary adjustments before the busy season arrives.

5. Ready for Spring!

By designing and building your deck during the winter, you’ll be ready to enjoy it as soon as those first beautiful days of spring arrive. Graduation parties, birthdays, Memorial Day, heck, you can even throw a bash on the deck for Arbor Day. Yea trees! While everyone else is scrambling to get their deck projects lined up and started, you can be sipping a margarita with friends on your new, spacious deck. It’s why we call this division of our business – LIFESTYLE! Discover our featured project galleries here.

What Are You Waiting For?

At Northern Lights Exteriors, we specialize in custom-designed decks made with high-performance composite material. You’ll get the look of real wood without its risk of rotting, warping, or splintering. Choose from an extensive color palette and design effects to make your deck truly unique.

Improve your home’s self-esteem with a new, bigger deck. Don’t wait for spring. Start building your dream deck during the winter, and by spring, all of your neighbors will have deck envy. We have always provided exceptional service that lives up to our A+ BBB reviews Since 2001.

If you have any questions about how to get started with your deck project this winter, contact Northern Lights Exteriors. We provide luxury outdoor living. It’s a lifestyle!

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