Why Spring is the Perfect Time to Plan Your New Deck

Posted by Hershy Decks | Spring 2026

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There's something about those first warm days of spring that gets Texas homeowners thinking about their backyards. The trees are budding, the birds are back, and suddenly that empty space behind your house feels like wasted potential.

If you've been thinking about adding a deck, spring isn't just a good time to start planning, it's the best time. Here's why smart homeowners order their decks in March and April instead of waiting until summer.

The Spring Advantage: Why Timing Matters

Beat the Summer Rush

Every year, we see the same pattern at Hershy Decks. Spring is steady, manageable, and we can typically deliver your deck within 2-3 weeks of ordering. Then Memorial Day hits, and suddenly everyone wants a deck yesterday.

Spring ordering timeline:

• Order in March or April

• Built in 2 - 3 weeks

• Delivered and installed

• Enjoying it by early May

Summer ordering timeline:

• Order in May - June

• 6 - 9 week backlog

• Finally delivered in August

• Most of the summer already gone

The math is simple: order now and enjoy your deck all summer long. Wait until it's hot, and you'll spend weeks watching summer pass from inside your house.

Perfect Weather for Enjoyment

A deck delivered in April or May means you get to experience every phase of Texas outdoor living:

• Late spring: Cool mornings, comfortable evenings, perfect for morning coffee

• Early summer: Long days, family dinners outside, weekend cookouts

• Peak summer: Shaded relaxation (especially with a covered deck), evening gatherings after the heat breaks

• Fall: Football watching, Halloween decorating, Thanksgiving outdoor overflow

Order in July? You miss half of that. You're starting your deck journey when the best weather is already behind you.

Your Yard is Ready

Spring is when your yard looks its best. The grass is green, flowers are blooming, and you can actually see what your outdoor space could become. It's much easier to envision where your deck should go and how you'll use it when everything around it looks alive.

Plus, the ground conditions are ideal. Not too wet from winter, not baked hard from summer heat. Our delivery trucks can access most properties easily, and setup goes smoothly.

What to Consider When Planning Your Spring Deck

Size: Think About How You'll Use It

Before you call us, spend a weekend paying attention to your backyard. Where do you naturally gather? Where does the shade fall? Where would you put a grill, a table, chairs?

Quick size guide:

• Small (6x8 to 8x12): Perfect for 2-4 people, a couple of chairs, maybe a small table. Great for cabins, small yards, or as a secondary deck. Starting at $69/month - $115/month.

• Medium (10x12 to 12x16): The most popular choice for families. Room for a dining table, a few extra chairs, and a grill. Starting at $148/month - $194/month.

• Large (12x20 to 16x20): Serious entertaining space. Multiple seating areas, outdoor kitchen potential, room for the whole family plus guests. Starting at $229/month - $264/month

  
  

Covered or Uncovered?

This is Texas. Our summers are brutal. A covered deck with a metal roof costs about $80-$150 more per month, but here's what you get:

• Shade from 100°+ summer heat

• Protection from sudden afternoon storms

• A deck you can actually use in July and August

• Extended lifespan for your deck and outdoor furniture

• Year-round usability

Most of our customers who start with an uncovered deck end up wishing they'd added a roof. Something to think about.

Location and Access

Walk your property and think about:

• Entry points: Where will you access the deck from? Back door? Side door? Multiple entries?

• Sun exposure: East-facing gets morning sun, west-facing gets afternoon heat

• Views: What will you see from your deck? Can you position it to maximize good views and minimize bad ones?

• Privacy: Will neighbors see directly onto your deck? Do you need screening or strategic placement?

The Hershy Decks Difference: Why Spring Planning is Easy

Here's something most people don't realize about portable decks: the planning process is much simpler than traditional deck building.

No Permits in Most Cases

Traditional decks often require permits, inspections, and weeks of bureaucratic back-and-forth. Portable decks? In most Texas jurisdictions, they're treated like backyard sheds, no permit required. (Always check with your local building department to be sure.)

No Construction Chaos

With a traditional deck builder, spring planning means summer construction. Workers in your yard for weeks. Sawdust everywhere. Noise at 7 AM. Your dogs locked inside. A porta-potty in your driveway.

With Hershy Decks, we build your deck in our shop in Itasca. You don't see it until delivery day, when we show up with a complete, finished deck. Setup takes 2-3 hours. No mess, no extended disruption, no strangers in your yard for weeks on end.

Flexible Financing

Spring is when most families are recovering from holiday spending and tax season. Big purchases feel scary. That's exactly why we offer rent-to-own with no credit check.

No credit check. No banks. No approval waiting.

If you can budget $150-300/month (about the same as a car payment), you can have a deck. And unlike a car, your deck doesn't depreciate, it adds value to your home and your life.

Spring Planning Checklist

Ready to get started? Here's your action plan:

This Week:

•  Walk your backyard and identify potential deck locations

•  Measure the space (rough dimensions are fine)

•  Think about how you'll use it: dining? lounging? grilling? all of the above?

•  Decide if you want a roof (hint: you probably do)

Next Week:

•  Visit hershydecks.com to see sizes and pricing

•  Look at our completed deck photos for inspiration

•  Call or message us with questions

Within 30 Days:

•  Get your quote

•  Choose your size, style, and options

•  Place your order

•  Start counting down to delivery day

  
  

Don't Let Another Summer Pass You By

How many summers have you spent saying "someday we'll get a deck"? How many cookouts have you hosted in a bare backyard? How many mornings have you had coffee inside when you could've been outside?

This spring is different. This spring, you're doing something about it.

The average Hershy Deck costs $150-350/month—less than your daily coffee habit. And unlike coffee, a deck gives you 20+ years of mornings, evenings, gatherings, and memories.

Spring is here. Summer is coming. Your deck is waiting.

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Ready to start planning?

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