That point in the year when the leaves change color and the weather starts to grow colder is usually when most people decide to put their outdoor furniture in storage and prepare spend winter indoors. However, the people who do this are missing out on all the outdoor enjoyment that the coldest season has to offer. Furthermore, there are benefits when constructing an outdoor living area. When it comes to building a wood deck, most of these people would say that this should be done in the spring or summer; however, the experts agree that the best time to build a deck is actually in the fall or in the winter. Here are a few reasons why:

You Are Able to Avoid Bad Weather
The weather during the spring and summer is much less predictable than it is during the colder months. This means that the likelihood of bad weather delaying the completion of your deck is significantly reduced with fall or winter construction. You will be able to get your outdoor living area done in much less time. On the other hand, if you start during the warm months, you could miss out on some of the best weather while your deck is under construction.

There is a Shorter Wait Time
Building your deck in the winter or fall also allows you to avoid the backlogs that contractors face during the warmer months. In some cases, having your project done in the colder part of the year can cut your wait time by as much as 50 percent.

There is Less Damage to Your Landscape
Because your landscape will be dormant during the colder months, there will be less damage to your turf during construction of your outdoor living area. The result is that when the spring rolls around, your lawn and shrubbery should bounce back as green as ever.

If you're ready to start creating your dream outdoor living area, contact our experts at Woodscape today!

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