An attractive deck can serve as the basis of various upgrades, from grilling areas and hot tubs for relaxation to decorative railings and lighting that add style.
Ground level decks can also be an attractive and practical addition to your garden, without needing extensive landscaping changes. They also provide safety benefits for families with young children by creating an even surface that reduces falls over uneven garden terrain.
Space for Entertaining
Once you add a deck to your garden building, it instantly transforms into a space perfect for both entertainment and relaxation. From cooking with friends, hosting BBQs or simply basking in the sun with family – a well-designed deck can accommodate these activities and more! In addition, children may use it as an easy-to-clean play area.
Decks are often built at ground level, enabling them to blend in seamlessly with your garden while providing you with a unique outdoor living experience. Nestled into existing garden beds or lined with trees or even built around water features like ponds or fountains, decks offer the best of both worlds when it comes to outdoor living experiences. Patios and lanais simply cannot compare.
If your garden features lush vegetation, a deck made of wooden tones may help create an idyllic outdoor space. Or alternatively, choose concrete decking in colors to complement or contrast with your home and for something more modern opt for composite or metal decking options.
Decks provide the advantage of being easily customizable to meet the lifestyle and needs of you and your family. Features like pergolas or gazebos to provide shade; fire pits or cozy patio heaters to extend enjoyment past daybreak; or an outdoor kitchen can all make entertaining guests easier at home.
Integrating these features into your deck will set it apart from other outdoor spaces while making it more functional, comfortable, and attractive – adding value to your property when selling in the future.
According to Yardzen, outdoor living spaces are becoming more and more sought-after among homebuyers as buyers look for properties with backyards that provide space to relax and entertain. That’s why investing in a high-quality deck that your family will be able to use for many years is such an essential decision.
Added Value to Your Home
Decks can add another dimension of living space, giving you access to nature without leaving home. Decks offer families an ideal way to spend quality time together in peace. Decks also make excellent outdoor entertaining spaces; guests can dine casually rather than formal dining rooms, while children can take activities normally undertaken indoors, such as board games and portable video game systems, outside for some fresh air and play!
Many homebuyers prioritize outdoor spaces when searching for their new house. According to research conducted by Yardzen, decks were among the top features most requested when searching for property. Thus, it’s imperative that your deck features an inviting look, along with quality furniture to make the space inviting to both yourself and any prospective future homeowners.
When selecting furniture for your deck, choose pieces that are comfortable and versatile. Bench seating or lounge chairs make great spots to soak up some sun, while adding rugs can make the area feel warmer and cozier. Consider installing a fire pit or water feature to transform it into an oasis that you and future owners will appreciate spending time in.
Building a deck can be relatively affordable and finished quickly compared to most renovation projects, making it an excellent investment that could increase home value while drawing potential buyers in.
Breyer Construction can help you realize the backyard of your dreams! Our professional designers will assist in designing an ideal deck space, with materials and styles to match. Call today and schedule a consultation session so we can enhance your home with custom-designed decks!
Reduced Maintenance
Maintenance-wise, decks can be much simpler to keep up than traditional garden sheds. As raised structures, they’re less exposed to weather elements and thus less likely to experience damp or mildew buildup; additionally you can easily mop or jet wash its surface, keeping your space looking like new for longer. Plus they make an excellent space to store equipment related to outdoor activities such as sports or gardening!
Planning a backyard party requires having ample seating options available in order to keep everyone comfortable, such as sunken seating areas or sunken seating nooks. For added versatility on your deck, add a hot tub or spa and you’ll have year-round relaxation – not forgetting plants or vertical gardens which bring nature indoors!
One advantage of having a deck is its capacity for hosting social gatherings and community events, like book clubs, cooking classes or yoga workshops. They’re an ideal spot to connect with nature as the weather turns colder – with fire pits creating winter wonderlands where guests can roast marshmallows or sip hot cocoa!
Decks are an excellent way to increase the value of your home by expanding its living space and improving quality of life, as well as yielding greater returns when selling time comes around.
A well-designed deck shows future buyers that your property is versatile and suitable for entertaining. Selecting durable yet low maintenance materials like composite or natural wood to build it ensures it will stand the test of time while looking its best year after year. Choose from various colors and finishes that reflect your personal taste; for an added custom touch add stairs or lighting into the design for use at night as this not only looks beautiful but is safer too.
Added Value to Your Garden
Decks add great value to garden buildings when properly maintained, making entry and exit much simpler – particularly during inclement weather conditions. They also allow users to enter and exit quickly and conveniently from your garden building more quickly and safely.
As you prepare to build a deck, it is essential to consider the cost of materials. Lumber prices have increased recently and additional expenses must also be factored into this project’s costs; footers or blocks, concrete joist hangers, post anchors, stain or paint could all add up quickly. Before purchasing these items, however, make sure you first contact your local government to see whether a permit is needed for raised decks as some insurance policies won’t cover damages without one.
Plan the size of your deck carefully. Make sure it will accommodate the furniture that will fill it, without overdoing it and creating an expensive but empty space. Also ensure the area beneath your deck is level so you have easy access to garden structures and other components.
Consider installing a gravel or paved path from your house to your garden room, not only as an aesthetic touch, but also because it will be safer and more practical in winter when stepping stones become treacherous. Also plan grading of surfaces under and around your deck; in cold climate zones this may involve digging down about 4-5 feet deep to prevent frost heave; using layers of stone insulation will help avoid this problem.
Decks offer many other advantages as well. Aside from privacy and security gains, they’re great places for relaxing or entertaining guests while serving as an extension of living space. When considering adding one to your garden building, be sure to meet with multiple contractors before making a final decision; additionally it would be wise to obtain permits and certificates of occupancy as failing to do so may lead to costly repairs as well as potential insurance claims.