5 Reasons Why Fall Is the Best Season for Deck Installation – Blackstone Exteriors

Home improvement projects are generally done during the summer season. However, certain tasks like deck replacement are best done during fall. Here’s why.

1. More contractors are available – The fall season isn’t as busy as summer; therefore, you have better chances of booking the contractor that you want. If it’s your first time having a new deck built, you will have a better selection of available contractors. If you have a certain contractor in mind – perhaps, they offer a specific decking material or style – then you’ll be more likely to book them for a fall installation.
2. Less impact on your landscaping – The cooler fall weather reduces soil moisture levels. Most vegetation would be shedding or have shed their leaves by this time. This means the landscaping will require little to no changes during deck installation. By the time spring comes around, it will integrate nicely with the rest of the landscaping.
3. Get ahead of the spring rush – Spring is that season when home improvement contractors receive advance bookings, many of which will stretch well into the summer season. Why join the spring rush when you could be relaxing on your deck by this time, making plans for your next summer barbecue?
4. The weather is more predictable – Weather patterns usually plateau during the fall season, which makes it ideal for building a new deck. Thunderstorms can delay construction and, under certain conditions, may even damage the deck. There are less chances of weather-related delays happening during the fall season, and construction crews tend to complete their work faster because of the cooler weather.
5. You could get better deals — It’s common for contractors to offer off-season pricing or promotions during the fall season as demand tapers off. Some offer holiday-themed discounts that apply if you book at a certain date.

To assist you with your next project, call Blackstone Exteriors at (515) 720-2158 (Iowa). You can also fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment.