Outdoor Living Pricing Guide for Maryland Homeowners
Wondering what a sunroom, deck, fence, or pergola really costs? We built this guide because you deserve honest answers before your first phone call — not after.
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If you've ever tried to figure out what a sunroom, deck, or fence actually costs in Maryland, you've probably run into the same wall most homeowners hit: vague answers, "it depends" responses, and the dreaded "call us for a quote." We've been on the other side of those conversations for years, and we understand the frustration. That's exactly why we created this tool.
This pricing guide is designed to give you ballpark estimates — not exact quotes. Every project is different, and your final price will depend on your specific site conditions, design choices, and materials. But we believe you should be able to explore your options, compare product types, and understand the general investment before you ever pick up the phone or fill out a contact form.
"We'd rather have an informed homeowner walk through our door than a surprised one. When people understand what things cost and why, the conversation shifts from sticker shock to project planning — and that's where the exciting work begins."
The estimates in this guide are based on real projects we've completed across Harford County, Baltimore County, Cecil County, and throughout Maryland. They reflect current material costs, professional installation, and the kind of craftsmanship that comes with working with an authorized dealer and certified installer — not the pricing you'd find from a handyman or big box store subcontractor.
Four Project Types, One Simple Tool
Select the type of project you're considering and we'll walk you through the options available to you — materials, sizes, features, and what each choice typically costs. Here's a preview of what you'll find inside:
Sunrooms & Screen Rooms
From basic screen enclosures to fully insulated four-season sunrooms with independent HVAC. As an authorized Sunspace dealer, we offer the full range of models designed for Maryland's climate.
- Screen rooms (Model 100) — upgradeable later
- WeatherMaster™ three-season rooms (Model 200)
- Glass sunrooms (Model 300)
- Insulated four-season rooms (Model 400)
- Patio covers — solid, acrylic, or hybrid roofs
- Porch and deck enclosures under existing roofs
Decks
Pressure-treated wood and composite decking from entry-level to premium Trex Transcend and AZEK. As a Trex Pro Platinum contractor, we build decks that last decades with minimal upkeep.
- Pressure-treated wood — budget-friendly starting point
- Entry composite — Trex Enhance® and similar
- Mid-grade composite — Trex Select® and similar
- Premium composite/PVC — Trex Transcend®, AZEK
- Railing options — wood, composite, aluminum, cable
- Add-ons — stairs, lighting, pergolas, under-deck drainage
Fencing
Complete fence installation including demolition of old fencing when needed. We handle everything from budget-friendly chain link to premium Trex composite fencing.
- Pressure-treated wood with lattice top
- Colored vinyl — low maintenance, multiple colors
- White vinyl privacy — "Bald Eagle" style
- Black aluminum 3-rail — elegant boundaries
- Black vinyl chain link — affordable security
- Trex composite — premium zero-maintenance
- Split rail with optional welded wire
Pergolas & Awnings
From traditional wood pergolas to motorized Azenco louvered systems and retractable Aristocrat awnings. Shade solutions for every budget and every lifestyle.
- Azenco louvered pergolas — motorized, all-weather
- Wood pergolas — classic filtered shade
- Aluminum pergolas — modern, maintenance-free
- Aristocrat retractable awnings — on-demand shade
What Impacts the Cost of an Outdoor Living Project?
Before you jump into the pricing tool, it helps to understand what drives the cost of any outdoor living project in Maryland. Knowing these factors will help you interpret your estimate and make better decisions about where to invest your budget.
Size & Scope
Larger projects require more materials, labor, and structural engineering. A 12×12 room is a very different project than a 16×20.
Materials
The single biggest cost variable. Vinyl windows vs. insulated glass, pressure-treated wood vs. Trex Transcend — materials define your investment.
Site Conditions
Slope, soil type, access, distance from the home, and existing structures all impact installation complexity and cost.
Permits & Codes
Maryland county requirements vary. Harford, Baltimore, and Cecil counties each have different permit processes and fees.
Electrical & HVAC
Adding fans, lights, outlets, or heating and cooling systems to a sunroom or covered space adds to the total investment.
Design Complexity
Multi-level decks, custom angles, radius designs, and mixed materials require more planning and skilled labor.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Outdoor Living Costs
Sunroom costs in Maryland typically range from $15,000 for a basic screen room (Model 100) to over $120,000 for a large insulated four-season sunroom (Model 400). The most popular option — a Model 200 WeatherMaster three-season room — generally falls between $40,000 and $80,000 depending on size and options. The wall system you choose, roof type (solid insulated, acrylic, or hybrid), room size, and whether you're building on an existing deck or need new footings are the biggest factors that influence your price.
A professionally installed composite deck in Maryland typically costs between $50 and $85 per square foot, depending on the material tier you select. A standard 300-square-foot deck with mid-grade composite decking and aluminum railings generally runs $20,000 to $40,000. Pressure-treated wood decks start lower at roughly $35–$45 per square foot but require annual maintenance. Premium materials like Trex Transcend or AZEK carry higher upfront costs but come with lifetime warranties and virtually zero maintenance over the life of the deck.
Fence installation costs vary significantly by material. Black vinyl-coated chain link is the most affordable at roughly $47 per linear foot installed. Pressure-treated wood fencing with lattice runs about $56 per linear foot. Aluminum three-rail fencing costs approximately $72 per linear foot. White vinyl privacy fencing ranges from $71 to $93 per linear foot. Premium Trex composite fencing is the highest at about $167 per linear foot. For a typical 200-linear-foot residential fence project, total costs range from roughly $9,300 for chain link to $33,500 for Trex composite.
Pergola costs depend heavily on the type and size. Traditional wood pergolas start around $3,000 for a small structure and can reach $18,000 for a large custom design. Aluminum pergolas range from $8,000 to $30,000. Premium motorized louvered pergolas from Azenco — which feature adjustable roofs that open and close at the touch of a button — range from $25,000 for a smaller unit to $100,000 or more for large multi-unit installations. Retractable awnings from Aristocrat offer the most affordable shade solution, starting around $3,000 for a smaller unit and typically topping out around $6,500 to $9,000 for larger motorized models.
No — and we want to be upfront about that. This pricing guide provides ballpark estimates to help you understand what different outdoor living projects typically cost in our market. Every project is unique. Site conditions, access, existing structures, permit requirements, design complexity, and material selections all affect your final price. We created this tool so you can explore options and understand general cost ranges before starting a conversation with our team. When you're ready, we provide a detailed proposal based on your specific project after an on-site consultation.
Several factors influence pricing: the size and scope of the project, material selections, site conditions like slope and soil type, whether you're building on an existing structure or starting fresh, electrical and HVAC requirements, permit fees (which vary by county in Maryland), railing and finishing options, and overall design complexity. Maryland's climate also plays a role — projects designed for year-round use require more robust construction with insulated glass and thermal breaks, while three-season applications can use lighter-weight systems.
We believe homeowners deserve to understand what outdoor living projects cost before their first phone call. Too many contractors hide pricing because they want to control the conversation. We take the opposite approach — the more informed you are, the better decisions you make, and the more confident you feel when you're ready to move forward. This pricing guide helps you narrow down what you want and understand the investment involved so our first conversation can focus on your vision rather than sticker shock.
Custom Design & Build serves homeowners throughout Maryland, with a primary focus on Harford County, Baltimore County, and Cecil County. We also regularly complete projects in Anne Arundel, Howard, Carroll, Frederick, and other Maryland counties. Our pricing is consistent across our service area, though travel time and county-specific permit requirements may impact overall project timelines.
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