While composite and vinyl decks are possibilities, wood decks remain the most popular kind of deck for their natural look and feel and affordability. If you would like to build, renovate, or repair a wood backyard deck for your Washington, D.C., home, you have come to the right place. Freedom Fence and Deck services beautiful wood decks in Washington, D.C.!

Types of Lumber for Wood Decks

If you are considering different types of lumber for your wood deck project, these three options are the most popular:

• Pressure-treated pine: PT pine is an affordable lumber treated with an environmentally safe chemical that keeps it from rot and insect damage. 
• Western red cedar: Cedar is a softwood known for its reddish color, aromatic preservative oil, and longevity as a building material.
• Ipe: Ipe is a type of tropical hardwood. Tropical hardwoods are very dense, have a smooth texture, and are a dark, rich color.

Wood Deck Design Elements

Aside from the supporting structure, you will find a deck design comprises these elements:

• Location: A deck often attaches to the house, accessible through the back door, but it can also be freestanding in the middle, on the side, or at the back of a property.
• Dimensions: Decks can be standard or custom dimensions. The best size and shape for a deck depends on the property’s dimensions and how you want to use the deck.
• Elevation: The deck’s elevation will depend on the back door’s elevation, if it is attached to the house. A deck can be single or multi-leveled and have a high, mid, or low elevation.
• Stairs: Deck stair designs can vary greatly. They can be L-shaped or fan-shaped, for example. It depends on the traffic flow and the deck’s elevation.
• Railings: Deck railings can also be wooden or one or two other materials, such as PVC, aluminum, glass, and steel.
• Additions: Deck additions can include built-in features like benches, planters, lighting, pergolas, privacy screens, hot tubs, and outdoor kitchens.

Maintenance Tips for Wood Decks

While wood decks are the most affordable compared to composite or vinyl, they do require the most maintenance. At the same time, this maintenance is fairly simple to complete. Here’s how you can care for your wood deck in Washington, D.C.:

• Use protective mats for outdoor kitchens, grills, and fire pits.
• Sweep the deck as debris like pollen and fall leaves pile up.
• Remove spills as soon as possible.
• Clean the deck with a pressure washer or with a scrubber and detergent.
• Seal the deck every few years after cleaning during clear weather.

We Service Wood Decks in Washington, D.C.!

Deck Installation

Freedom Fence and Deck is fully licensed and insured to design and build standard and custom wood decks in Washington, D.C. We build decks of all sizes, elevations, and complexities; there is a wood deck design for you with Freedom Fence and Deck.

Deck Renovation

With Freedom Fence and Deck, you can also upgrade your old and weathered deck into something new. We are happy to give you a professional deck evaluation and restore its full structural integrity and quality. We can also help you upgrade materials and features.

Deck Resurfacing

Deck resurfacing, or deck repair, is a service that lets you replace or fix whatever part of the deck is old and worn, nothing more. You could also take the opportunity to replace the entire deck surface and railings to treat widespread deck surface damage. 

Why Choose Freedom Fence and Deck?

Freedom Fence and Deck is a family-owned and operated company based in Essex, Maryland, founded by a veteran in 2004. We serve greater central Maryland and Washington, D.C., and provide the professional installation and repair of fences, decks, patios, screened porches, and three-season rooms.

We have many wonderful customer testimonials on Google, Facebook, and Angi, as well as free referrals, high ratings, and Angie’s List Super Service awards. We also offer a fantastic warranty, financing through Ally, and various discounts, including those for senior citizens, military, new customers, and multi-project customers.

Upgrade Your Home and Reach Out to Freedom Fence Today

Whether you want a brand new deck in the spring or want to install a beautiful new wood fence, Freedom Fence and Home has the expertise, competitive prices, and professional service you need. Freedom Fence and Home has over 50 years of fencing experience in the Baltimore County area, Harford County, Essex, White Marsh, and Bel Air area, and we pride ourselves on giving our customers the best customer service experience possible. To see examples of our work and pick the right fence for your home, visit us online. To get started on planning your project, give us a call at (443) 271-6841, or visit us online. For more information, tips, and updates about Freedom Fence and Home, follow us on Twitter, Pinterest, and Facebook.