Backyards in Bowie, Upper Marlboro, Gaithersburg, Vienna, and Reston, aren’t just backyards anymore. For families from Prince George’s County to Loudon County, they’ve become places to cook, relax, play, and entertain—sometimes all at once.

If you're planning to build a new deck in Montgomery County, Howard County, or Prince George’s County, one of the first decisions you’ll face is choosing the right decking material.

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Northern Virginia homeowners are investing in their backyards like never before. From screen porches to full outdoor kitchens, there’s a growing appetite for stylish, functional, and lasting outdoor spaces. But with this demand comes a wave of preventable mistakes—especially when homeowners don’t consider the specific regulations, climate, and design challenges unique to the region. Here are the five biggest missteps we see—and how you can avoid them.

Outdoor living spaces—screened porches, decks, outdoor kitchens—are more popular than ever in Montgomery County, and for good reason. They extend your home’s usable space, boost curb appeal, and create year-round areas for entertaining and relaxing. But as demand for outdoor expansions grows, so do the number of homeowners who jump into these projects without the right planning. Here are the top five mistakes we see—and how to avoid them.