In Maryland and Virginia we get tons of rain every year during every season. Building a deck is a great addition to your home but it doesn't protect you from the weather.
There are two additions to your home that bring with them solutions to weather problems: a covered deck and a screened-in porch. Both of these options allow you to use your outdoor space during rainy days as well as snowy days, if you’re happy to bundle up in the bitter cold.
Nearly every part of Maryland and Virginia receives approximately four inches of rain per month, while the annual rainfall in our state ranges from 35 to 45 inches. The average winter snowfall for our area exceeds 20 inches. If you’re a resident of this region, this isn’t news to you.
All of this precipitation can lead to potential damage on your home. Not to mention it can be downright depressing to be cooped up in your house day after day while rain and snow take their toll and hamper your ability to breathe in some fresh air.
There are many advantages to the roof addition to your deck – you won’t have to cancel a gathering or move it indoors because of rain. You can read, relax, work, or play with your kids on your screened-in porch, rain or no rain. A deck roof also protects you from the sun.
As for wintertime, you know those snow piles that look so soft and fluffy white at first can turn into a slushy, melting mess. A deck roof keeps snow that could have built up on your deck away from doors, minimizing any chances of interior water damage.
Want to know more about how to protect your home from water damage? Watch our video about how to waterproof your Maryland deck.
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