An outdoor deck helps extend your living space, along with a host of other benefits. Landscaping expert Sherwood Gardens Landscape Design & Development shares a list of reasons to consider having an outdoor deck or any similar project that extends your living space.
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It Can Extend Your Living Space — Homes that feel cramped can benefit from the additional living space an outdoor deck offers. When paired with a sliding or French door, a deck feels more like a part of your indoor living space instead of being two distinctly separate areas.
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It Can Increase the Value of Your Home — According to Remodeling Magazine’s 2019 Cost Vs. Value Report, up to 81.4% of the cost of a wood deck addition can be recouped within its expected life span. Even if your home isn’t for sale, a home with increased value can be favorable in the event that you need to have it refinanced or perhaps take on a home equity loan for future remodeling.
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It Lets You Entertain More Guests — If your dining room has limited space, an outdoor deck lets you accommodate several guests without the space feeling cramped. Have your friends come over for a backyard barbecue. Have a spur-of-the-moment romantic dinner without worrying about getting a seat at a restaurant. A capable deck contractor can help you design a deck with outdoor lighting that sets the mood.
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It Increases Usable Spaces on Irregular Elevations — Outdoor decks can be installed on any elevation, which makes it suitable for homes that don’t have flat backyards. Multi-level decks help you get the most of your steep backyards by increasing useable flat areas. You can add a lattice or wall to make some of these levels private, such as when you intend to add a backyard hot tub.
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It Helps Preserve the Original Structure — Decks are attached to the original structure, which lets you increase your living space without breaking down a wall or resizing rooms. It’s an ideal addition if your home has historical significance or if you simply want to keep your home looking like the way it was. A capable deck contractor can help you design an outdoor deck or something similar that keeps as much of the original structure as possible.
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