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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An elevated deck with under-deck drainage system and flat tongue and groove pine ceiling creates a new outdoor living space in Colorado Springs

1 – We built this deck using a Trex RainEscape under-deck drainage system, allowing our clients to double their outdoor living space.  The decking is TimberTech Legacy Tigerwood laid at a 45-degree angle.  We used the Fortress Fe26 Axis Horizontal Infill steel deck railing.

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Elevated deck in Colorado Springs with a Trex RainEscape under-deck drainage sytem featuring a Blue Stain Pine tongue and groove ceiling

2 – 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!

A beetle kill pine flat ceiling that has been installed on a Trex Rain Escape under-deck drainage system in Colorado Springs

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.

Composite deck with a gabled deck cover custom steel deck railing and under deck drainage system in Black Forest

4 – 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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Custom hardwood deck with a Trex RainEscape under-deck drainage system flat tongue and groove ceiling and pull down shade for privacy 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 under-deck drainage system flat ceiling with Beetle Kill Pine tongue and groove ceiling and recessed lighting in Colorado Springs

6 – 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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Elevated deck with Trex RainEscape under-deck drainage system flat tongue and groove ceiling and gutter system located 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.

Elevated deck with a metal under-deck drainage system creates another outdoor living space 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.

Under deck drainage system with Blue stain beetle kittle pine ceiling in 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.

Elevated deck with a Trex Rain Escape under-deck drainage system that has a flat redwood ceiling featuring a three board picture frame border in Colorado Springs

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.

A Trex Rain Escape under-deck drainage system that has a gutter system and an end-match redwood ceiling in Colorado Springs

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

An elevated deck with a metal under-deck drainage system that creates another outdoor living space in Colorado Springs

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

Installation of a Trex RainEscape System

Trex RainEscape under-deck drainage system that is being installed on an elevated deck to create another outdoor living space in Colorado Springs

Installing a Trex RainEscape under-deck drainage system.

Trex RainEscape under-deck drainage system bladders being installed on an elevated deck in Colorado Springs

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

Trex RainEscape under-deck drainage system bladders being installed on a deck to create another outdoor living space in Colorado Springs

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