Exterior Living Spaces Across Northern VA & Maryland
Custom decks (pressure-treated, composite, PVC), screened porches, pergolas, and patios. Permits and engineering handled in-house, built to Loudoun County code.
Reviewed June 2026 by the Your Vision Roofing team
What exterior construction projects does Your Vision Roofing build?
Your Vision Roofing builds custom decks, screened porches, pergolas, patios, and privacy fencing across Northern Virginia and Maryland. Because we're already a roofing and siding contractor, these projects bundle naturally with the rest of the exterior — one contract, one crew, and one warranty instead of juggling separate trades.
Material choice drives both cost and upkeep. For low-maintenance decks we specify capped composite (TimberTech, Trex) with aluminum or cable railing; it shrugs off the Mid-Atlantic's humidity and freeze-thaw without warping. Pressure-treated pine is the budget route but needs refinishing every 2–3 years, and Ipe or mahogany are available for premium builds. We walk through the trade-offs on site rather than defaulting to one product.
Permits and engineering are handled in-house and built to Loudoun County code — footings, ledgers, and guardrails all get inspected. A typical 200–400 sq ft deck is framed and decked in about 5–10 working days after the permit issues; paver patios run 3–7 days. Most projects begin with a free on-site design consultation, with CAD layouts and material specs provided for decks and pergolas.
Custom Decks
TimberTech and Trex capped composite, PVC, or pressure-treated pine, with railings and stairs built to the permitted plan.
Patios & Hardscaping
Stone, brick, and concrete patios, graded so water runs away from the foundation; most take 3–7 working days.
Pergolas & Gazebos
Designed with CAD layouts and material specs; a pergola attached to the house usually needs a permit, and we pull it.
Fencing & Privacy
Wood, vinyl, and composite fencing; anything over 6 feet needs a permit in most local jurisdictions, and we handle that too.
Fire Features
Fire pits, outdoor fireplaces, and outdoor kitchens, usually built into a larger patio or deck scope under the same contract.
Exterior Carpentry
Outdoor storage, built-in seating, and planters, plus the tie-in trim where a deck or porch meets the house.
Our Exterior Build Process, Step by Step
Design, permits, build, and county inspection, in that order on every project
Design Consultation
A free on-site consultation to measure the space; for decks and pergolas you get CAD layouts and material specs before you sign anything.
Permits & Planning
We pull the building permit in your jurisdiction and schedule the footing, ledger, and guardrail inspections; HOA paperwork is part of it where required.
Framing & Build
Our crews build to the permitted plan; a 200–400 sq ft deck typically frames and decks in 5–10 working days.
Final Inspection
The county inspector signs off on the final, then we walk the finished project with you and hand over the warranty paperwork.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exterior projects do you build beyond decks and patios?
We build custom decks, patios and hardscaping, pergolas and gazebos, privacy fencing, fire pits and outdoor fire features, and tie-in exterior carpentry. Most projects bundle naturally with roofing, siding, and gutter work, so scopes can be combined under one contract and one warranty.
Do I need a permit for a deck or fence in Northern Virginia or Maryland?
Decks typically require a building permit throughout Northern Virginia (Loudoun, Fairfax, Prince William, Arlington, Fauquier, Clarke) and Maryland (Frederick, Montgomery) — footings, ledgers, and guardrails are inspected. Fences over 6 feet, any deck more than 30 inches off grade, and most pergolas attached to the home also need permits. We pull permits and schedule inspections for every jurisdiction as part of the project.
What decking materials do you recommend for Northern Virginia?
For low maintenance we specify capped composite (TimberTech, Trex) with aluminum or cable railing; it handles humidity and freeze-thaw without warping. Pressure-treated pine remains the budget option but needs refinishing every 2–3 years. Ipe and mahogany are options for premium builds.
How long does a typical deck or hardscape project take?
A 200–400 sq ft deck is typically framed and decked in 5–10 working days after permit issuance. Paver patios run 3–7 days. Full outdoor living projects with multiple elements (deck + patio + pergola) are usually scoped at 3–6 weeks, weather permitting.
Do you provide design services, or do I need my own plans?
Most projects start with a free on-site design consultation. For decks and pergolas we provide CAD layouts and material specs. For larger hardscape or multi-element builds we work with homeowner-supplied plans or provide a design-build service, and the design fee credits back against the project contract.
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