Sick of wasted space under your elevated deck? Want a dry area you can safely place patio furniture, electronics, and more? Especially in the Washington, DC; Virginia; and Maryland regions, where rainy weather is all but a given, a dry deck system could just be the answer for you. Here’s what you need to know about the system Design Builders uses to solve this problem.
If you’re looking to create a usable space underneath your elevated deck, you’re going to need some sort of dry deck solution—a drainage system that diverts water away from the area under your deck, leaving it dry. (Read about 3 common dry deck systems here.)
In climates that experience a lot of moisture—very much including Northern Virginia and Maryland!—a dry deck system can be invaluable. Here’s a quick rundown of what this kind of system entails and three of the most common systems on the market today.