How to Plan Your Deck Build Before Summer
If you want to enjoy your new deck this summer, waiting until summer arrives may already be too late. Deck projects require more planning than many homeowners realize. Between design decisions, material selection, permits, and scheduling construction, the process can take longer than expected. Starting early helps ensure your deck is ready when outdoor entertaining […]
Why Early Spring Is the Best Time to Book Your Deck Project
Every year, many homeowners start thinking about building a deck around the same time: late spring or early summer. Unfortunately, that’s also when contractors’ schedules are already full. By the time people start calling about deck projects, the best construction windows are often booked weeks in advance. If you’re planning a new outdoor space this […]
How to Know If Your Deck Needs to Be Repaired or Replaced Before Winter
As cooler temperatures roll in, homeowners start preparing their homes for winter. One area that often gets overlooked is the deck. After a long summer of backyard gatherings, grilling, and sun exposure, your deck may be showing signs of wear. Deciding whether to repair or replace your deck before winter is key to ensuring safety […]
5 Ways to Make Your Deck Fall-Ready This Season
As the weather cools and the leaves begin to turn, your backyard deck becomes the perfect place to enjoy crisp mornings, cozy evenings, and gatherings with family and friends. But before you break out the pumpkins and patio heaters, it’s important to make sure your deck is fall-ready—safe, stylish, and functional for the season ahead. […]
How to Design a Custom Deck That Fits Your Lifestyle
A deck isn’t just a platform made of wood or composite—it’s an extension of your home and your lifestyle. Whether you’re hosting backyard barbecues, relaxing with your morning coffee, or watching the kids play in the yard, your deck should reflect how you actually live. At Archway Remodeling, we believe great design starts with personalization. […]
Advantages of a Cantilever Deck
Do you want to improve the looks of your home? If so, why not try building a cantilever deck instead of the traditional one. There are lots of goods reasons why a cantilever deck is very popular not only in the US but also all over the world. Perhaps it is due to the many […]
When to Build a Freestanding Deck
When someone says “deck,” you probably picture a structure attached to the back of the house and used for grilling, relaxing and outdoor dining. And that is indeed a very common type of deck, but it’s not the only one. While many homeowners prefer their decks to be physically attached to the house, some choose […]
3 Types of Wood Decking for Your New Deck
So you’ve settled on a wooden deck? That’s a great choice if you are looking for an inexpensive solution and don’t mind the maintenance. But now you have another difficult choice to make: which type of wood should you use? There is pressure-treated wood, redwood, cedar, exotic hardwood and many other varieties to choose from. […]
Can a Deck Cost be Recouped at Resale?
When planning to add such a prominent feature as a deck, many homeowners think long-term and ask themselves whether it’s worth it. Will they be able to get their investment back when it’s time to sell the house? As Maryland deck contractors, we get asked this question a lot as well. And here is the […]
4 Decisions to Make Before Building a Deck
As the temperatures keep dropping here in Maryland, now is the perfect time to bundle up in blankets in front of your fireplace and start planning your new deck. The earlier you can start building, the more likely your deck will be fully finished for the spring cookout season. In many ways, how your deck […]