Summer 2025 on Deck

Why New England Homeowners Can’t Wait for the Season

There’s a special magic to a New England summer—the smell of salt on the breeze, long blue-sky evenings that slip gently into firefly-lit nights, and of course that first barefoot step onto a sun-warmed deck. At Deck Pros, we live for this moment because “It’s a Lifestyle.” Here are four reasons we’re more excited than ever for Summer 2025—and why your deck is about to become the most popular room in (and outside) the house.

1. A Calendar Packed with Classic Coastal Fun

New England’s marquee summer events are back, and they’re perfectly timed for backyard viewing parties, seafood cook-outs, and sunset cocktail hours on the deck:

• Market Square Day – June 14, 2025, Portsmouth, NH – Wake up early for the 10K road race, then spend the afternoon sampling local bites and live music before unwinding on your own stretch of hardwood. proportsmouth.org

• Boston Harborfest – July 2-4, 2025 – Three days of tall-ship tours, chowder contests, and waterfront fireworks celebrate America’s birthday. Host friends on the deck for a grilled-lobster feast and watch the live-streamed fireworks from the comfort of your Adirondack chair. bostonharborfest.com

• WaterFire Providence – multiple Saturdays, all season – Providence’s rivers glow with bonfires and music; let it inspire an intimate fire-feature evening of your own. waterfire.org

• Maine Lobster Festival – July 30 – Aug 3, 2025, Rockland, ME – Five days of fresh lobster, races, and parades. Can’t drive up? Bring the coast to your deck with lobster rolls and string lights. mainelobsterfestival.com

Mark the dates, build your guest list, and let your deck set the stage.

2. 2025’s Hottest Deck-Design Trends—Built for New England Living

This summer’s outdoor-living trends are tailor-made for our region’s crisp evenings, coastal color palette, and four-season sensibilities:

Trend

Why It Rocks in New England

Fire features everywhere

Portable propane fire tables and built-in fire pits keep gatherings comfortable after the sun dips behind the pines. furnituretoday.com

Wider-plank & chevron layouts

A herringbone accent section anchors your seating area and nods to classic Cape Cod floors—even on low-maintenance composite boards. bhg.com

Smart-deck tech

App-controlled LED rails and pergola lights mean your deck is ready when you are, without swatting at dimmer switches. bhg.com

Eco-friendly composites

Recycled-content decking shrugs off salt air and spring pollen while matching the warm, earthy tones designers are championing in 2025. systempavers.com

At Deck Pros we pair these trends with Deckorators® Voyage and Vault collections for superior traction (think pool-side safety) and color longevity.

3. Summer-Ready Upgrades That Pay Off All Year

A New England deck isn’t just for July clambakes; with the right additions it can stretch well into foliage season—and boost resale value.

• Integrated deck-skirt storage stashes cushions and kayaks when nor’easters roll in.

• Adjustable louvered pergolas filter high-noon rays in July and shed late-October drizzle so football parties go on uninterrupted.

• Low-voltage stair lighting guides kids and guests safely after twilight—and adds curb-appeal sparkle for prospective buyers.

National Association of Realtors data shows fire-feature projects alone recoup about 56 percent of their cost on resale—proof that lifestyle upgrades can be smart investments. thisoldhouse.com

4. The Deck Pros Summer 2025 Advantage

Booking a complimentary design consult now means you still have time to:

1. Refresh an existing deck with new railings, hidden-fastener composite boards, and an under-deck drainage system for bonus storage.

2. Expand with a multi-level layout—grill station above, sun-soaked lounge below—that flows effortlessly to the yard.

3. Plan ahead for a Fall 2025 build slot before they disappear; our crews handle permits, materials, and every last stainless-steel screw.

Ready to Live the Lifestyle?

Whether you’re hosting a Harborfest watch party, catching a WaterFire live-stream, or simply sipping lemonade after a beach day, your deck is where New England summer happens. Let’s make yours unforgettable. Book your Summer 2025 design session with Deck Pros today and discover what “It’s a Lifestyle” really means.

See you on the deck!