Under-Deck Drainage Systems

If you are building, or currently have, an elevated deck, we can install an under-deck drainage system below it and create a separate outdoor living space. DBS has experience installing multiple types of systems, and we can help you determine the best option for your needs. Some systems will allow you to add lighting, ceiling fans, speakers, and even gas for an outdoor kitchen. Working together, we can design an outdoor living space that will become an oasis for your family!

Hardwood deck with an under-deck drainage system that has a flat, tongue and groove ceiling. Built in Colorado Springs by Decks by Schmillen.

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Under-deck drainage system with a Beetle Kill Pine tongue and groove ceiling and recessed lights. We also installed a wood swing for the owners to enjoy. Built in Monument, CO by Decks by Schmillen.

1 – The owners created their own private space by installing an under-deck drainage system with a Beetle Kill Pine tongue and groove ceiling with recessed lighting.  We also installed a wood swing at the homeowners’ request.

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Custom covered deck with an under-deck drainage system below. We installed a flat tongue and groove ceiling with recessed lighting. This shows the tongue and groove ceiling that was installed over an under-deck drainage system. About 3-feet inside from the edge is the gutter installed to move water away. Designed and built by Decks by Schmillen in Colorado Springs.

2 – This gorgeous custom deck with a gabled cover was built with an under-deck drainage system. The owners were able to double their outdoor living space with this addition. We also installed recessed lighting at the owners’ request.

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An under-deck drainage system that features a Beetle Kill Pine tongue and groove ceiling with outdoor lighting installed. Built in Colorado Springs by Decks by Schmillen.

3 – Another Beetle Kill Pine tongue and groove ceiling installed on an under-deck drainage system.  We also had electric wiring installed for the outdoor lights.

An elevated deck in Colorado Springs that has a Trex Rain Escape system installed with a tongue a groove ceiling. The homeowners created a new living space below the deck. Built by Decks by Schmillen.

4 – The elevated deck was constructed using a Trex RainEscape under-deck drainage system. The owners decided to install a tongue-and-groove ceiling in Blue Stain Pine, complete with multiple can lights. As a result, they now have a stunning additional outdoor living space beneath their deck!

Hardwood deck built with n under-deck drainage system, allowing the homeowners to create and additional outdoor living space. Designed and built by Decks by Schmillen in Colorado Springs.

5 – We built a custom Tigerwood deck with an under-deck drainage system installed below, allowing the owners to create this additional, comfortable outdoor living space.

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elevated deck with a metal under-deck drainage system helps create a whole new outdoor living space below the deck.

6 – This elevated deck was built with a metal under-deck drainage system, allowing the homeowners to create more living space below.

This shows the tongue and groove ceiling that was installed over an under-deck drainage system. About 3-feet inside from the edge is the gutter installed to move water away. Designed and built by Decks by Schmillen in Colorado Springs.

7 – Here you can see the gutter system that is installed with an under-deck drainage system, to move the water out, creating a whole new living space.

This shows the ceiling of a metal under-deck drainage system that was installed below an elevated deck. Designed and built by Decks by Schmillen in Colorado Springs.

8 – Working with the owners, we designed and built this deck with a metal under-deck drainage system so they could double their outdoor living space.

An under-deck drainage system with a flat ceiling in Blue Stain Beetle Kill Pine stained with a clear finish. Built by Decks by Schmillen of Colorado Springs

9 – For this under-deck drainage system we installed a flat ceiling using Blue Stain Beetle Kill Pine with a clear finish.

An elevated deck with an under-deck drainage system. The flat ceiling is made from stained redwood. Built in Colorado Springs by Decks by Schmillen.

10 – This elevated deck features a Trex RainEscape system with a flat, redwood ceiling.  The ceiling has been stained with a triple board picture frame border.

An under-deck drainage system in Colorado Springs. It includes a flat ceiling with end match boards.

11 – This system is covered by an end-match flat ceiling.  The gutters match the decking colors to blend in seamlessly.

Installation of a Trex RainEscape System

This shows a Trex RainEscape under-deck drainage system at the very beginning of installation

Installing a Trex RainEscape under-deck drainage system.

Shows a Trex RainEscape under-deck drainage system with some of the bladders installed. Built by Decks by Schmillen.

In a Trex RainEscape under-deck drainage system the bladders will collect the water dripping through the deck above.

Trex RainEscape under-deck storage system. Installed by Decks by Schmillen.

Almost complete, but uncovered, Trex RainEscape under-deck drainage system.