Can you feel the warmer months approaching? Spring is almost here! And if you want to upgrade your home this spring to make the most of your home during these warmer months, consider adding a deck. A deck is a wonderful investment, with an ROI of 75%. It offers an attractive and comfy exterior living space that you can use for entertainment and relaxation as the weather gets warmer. If you’re still undecided, here are four reasons to consider adding a deck to your home this spring.
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You can build it at a low-cost
Don’t get it wrong; you don’t need a huge budget to build a deck – not when there’s a cheaper way. Using pressure-treated wood, for example, is considered one of (if not the) cheapest ways of adding a deck to your home. And you can undertake it as a DIY project to lower your expenses even further. According to some experts, a 10×10 free-standing DIY deck made with pressure-treated wood, a flush beam, and a weather-drop beam can cost you as low as $600. While alternatives such as vinyl and composite decking are also attractive, they are more expensive. Roofing your deck is crucial, as it will affect your home’s entire roofing structure while offering shade. Regarding cost, you can easily calculate the cost of a new roof and add it to your deck budget.
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It will increase your living space
If you’re tired of the cold months, you want to enjoy warmer weather in your home. And adding a deck will increase your living space enough to make the most of the beautiful weather. Consider your deck an extension of your home – a place to relax and unwind. Whether reading a book, sipping coffee, listening to music, hosting a house party, or enjoying the weather, your deck will provide the perfect space. A deck also increases your living space enough to host friends and loved ones in your home without needing to take them indoors all the time.
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A deck will increase your home’s value
If you want to sell your home anytime soon, consider adding a deck to pump its value. Decks are trendy, and many homebuyers consider them a valuable addition and worth paying extra for. As mentioned earlier, according to some estimates, adding a deck can provide a return on investment of up to 75%. So, even if you opt for an expensive-looking deck instead of the DIY mentioned earlier, you can expect good returns on your investment.
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Adding a deck creates a new look
Perhaps you’re tired of your home design and flirting with remodeling or creating a fresh look. Adding a deck is one of the best ways to spruce up your dull home design without doing too much. Also, there are different types of decking designs to choose from that can work with almost any type of building. So you don’t have to worry too much about your home design.
