Outdoor Living in Maryland

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Enjoy a new, beautifully designed patio with fireplace or a low maintenance deck with a screened porch to relax with friends and family. We offer outdoor living designs to help you create additional space for entertaining at home, providing an outdoor kitchen, wet bar, and dining area. Ceiling fans and skylights can offer extra ventilation for keeping cool on your new screened porch. Our design professionals will provide you many possible options for your home’s backyard and allow you to make the most of every part of your home inside and out.

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“Owings Brothers did an excellent job building my screened in porch. They are very responsive to customers needs and requests.”

Gregory Jarosinski

” The Owings Brothers Contracting team did an outstanding job on our exterior home project despite numerous obstacles including, rain, ice, and the unexpected loss of electricity. I would highly recommend them!”

Paul Geraty

“Owings Brothers Contracting did a fabulous job remodeling our kitchen & deck. We have used them for several projects because they do such quality work! I highly recommend using Owing Brothers Contracting!”

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Patios

If you are not considering a screened porch, but want to have a beautiful patio space we can recommend many backyard designs that offer simple to elaborate spaces to take in the sunshine and the moon glow. Your outdoor living space can be lighted to create mood and offer safety for your guests in the evening. To enjoy your patio longer incorporate warmth for you and your guests by installing fire-pits and fireplaces. Concrete pavers, stamped concrete, bluestone, brick and many other products can enhance your outdoor experience. If sunshine is at a premium in the afternoon adding an awning or large umbrella will provide shade and these can be closed in the evening for star gazing. There are truly no limits to what we can design and you can enjoy.

Screened Porches

Screened outdoor rooms are a great way to add another room to your home. We can create most screened porches to allow you to enjoy a three-season living feature. Outdoor kitchens and fireplaces, additional lighting and electronic devices such as; televisions and surround sound stereo systems are often added amenities to your outdoor room addition or remodel. Take a look at this post if you are considering adding a screen porch to your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a screened porch and a sunroom?

A screened porch is open to the air but protected from bugs, typically used in warmer months. A sunroom is an enclosed, glassed-in living space that can be insulated and heated for year-round use (4-season room).

Do I need a permit for a new deck or patio in Maryland?

Yes, almost all outdoor additions require county permits. As a design-build firm, Owings Brothers handles the entire permitting and inspection process for you.

How long does it take to build a custom deck or porch?

Timelines vary by complexity, but most projects take 4–10 weeks once construction begins. We recommend starting the design phase in winter to be ready for spring enjoyment.

Can you install outdoor kitchens and fire pits?

Yes. We design complete outdoor living spaces that can include built-in grills, masonry fireplaces, fire pits, and wet bars to extend your entertaining space.

What decking materials do you recommend?

We install both natural wood and low-maintenance composite decking (like Trex or TimberTech). We often recommend composite for its longevity and resistance to Maryland’s humidity and freeze-thaw cycles.

Will my new addition look like it belongs to the original house?

Absolutely. Our architectural designers prioritize ‘roofline integration’ and matching materials so your new porch or sunroom looks like it was built with the original home, not tacked on.