Deck stair lights can be a must in certain cases.
Determining what your ideal deck layout is can be very exciting, as you imagine how you want to use the space, but some details are necessary to consider after that. While some deck additions may be beneficial for some homes more than others, some additions really are necessary to complete the deck design. When are deck stair lights required in Maryland? Are they worth installing in your Maryland backyard deck stairs? Freedom Fence and Deck is here to help.
When Are Deck Stair Lights Required in Maryland?
There is no law in the state of Maryland stating when built-in deck stair lights are required, but certain counties or municipalities may have different requirements. However, Maryland does fall under the International Residential Code (IRC), which requires deck stair lights for deck stairs with six or more risers. Therefore, deck stair lights may be required in Maryland if the deck stairs have six risers or more, regardless of the county.
Reasons to Install Deck Stair Lights
Safety
There are practical reasons to install deck stair lights that make the law make sense. Even with sufficient flood lights in the backyard, the deck stairs can still be much safer to use if they are lit themselves. LED lights, which are bright and energy-saving, can sufficiently illuminate deck stair treads for safe travels in low-light conditions.
Practicality
They are also out of the way. You won’t need to rely on string lights wrapped around or along the deck railing, which could end up getting loose, in the way, or broken. Built-in deck stair lights are out of the way of where your hands and feet need to go as you travel to and from the backyard deck.
Security
Sufficient backyard deck lighting also aids in home security. Even on the deck’s steps, you will want to be able to catch anyone or anything foreign outside your house. Good lighting can help deter intruders from entering your premises.
Elevated Home Value
Built-in deck stair lights are simply elegant and feel luxurious. With their benefits, they provide real value that will translate positively into your home’s value.
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