If home improvement is on your list of goals for 2019, you may want to consider taking the project outdoors. From financial return to family enjoyment, there are many benefits to adding a deck or patio to your property. Here are a few reasons to add an outdoor living space to your home this year.
1. Affordable Home Improvement Project
Compared to other home improvements, building a deck or patio is a relatively affordable project. This can be extremely beneficial if you are working within a budget.
It’s important to remember that every outdoor living space project is different, so the level of investment varies. Be sure to communicate openly with your backyard contractor in order to have a full understanding of costs.
2. Increased Resale Value
If you believe resale is a possibility in your future, an outdoor living space is a great way to increase the value of your home. A deck or patio adds curb appeal, and homeowners may appreciate that these spaces are already built without further time or money spent on their end.
3. Additional Living Space
When you create an outdoor living space, you create an extension of your home. Your family will love the extra space to relax, have meals, or just enjoy each other’s company in the sun.
And since you control the size and design of your deck or patio space, you can customize it in a way that best suits your needs. If you have young children, consider adding more space for play into your design (along with proper railings and guards for safety).
4. Endless Potential for Entertainment
Whether you enjoy hosting family barbecues, neighborhood parties, or friendly get-togethers for the big game, an outdoor living space provides the perfect venue. In many cases, tables, grilling stations, and television sets can be incorporated into the design of your space. Add some all-weather furniture, and your space is ready to entertain.
5. Create the Space You’ve Always Wanted
An often-overlooked benefit of building an outdoor space is the creativity you can express. When working with a backyard contractor, you have control over the size, shape, design, and functionality of the space.
Whether you want a simple patio to enjoy your morning coffee or a large deck to host dinner parties, anything is possible. When working with your contractor, be open with your thoughts and goals. They will help you obtain the space you’ve always wanted!
If you are interested in adding an outdoor living space to your home this year, consider the services of Breyer Construction & Landscape. Our team has decades of experience building custom decks and beautiful patios to create spaces our clients have always dreamed of. Create your perfect backyard today!
