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A Quick Guide To Choosing A Deck For Your Home

 


Investing in a premium deck can be a fantastic way to enhance your living space and enjoy the outdoors more often. But with dozens of materials, styles, and sizes, how do you know which would work best for your home? Learn more about outdoor decks and which factors to consider before buying one!

Are Decks A Good Investment?

Decks can be a versatile addition to your home, especially if you enjoy the outdoors. Think of your new deck as another area to host summer parties, relax in nature, or even use as an extension of your outdoor dining space! Besides enhancing your property, high-quality decks can significantly boost its value. Homeowners can see an average ROI of up to 85%, much higher than other home improvements like siding or window replacements.

What To Consider When Choosing A Deck 

While there are many positives to adding a new deck to your home, there are a few key factors you should be aware of before you make your decision: 

Usage

You first need to ask yourself what you’ll use the deck for. Are you always throwing massive summer pool parties? Or are you trying to create a quiet mini-retreat to relax after a long work day? From massive multi-tier platforms to a more natural structure that blends in with its surroundings, outdoor decks come in various styles that will fit every person’s vision.

Maintenance And Upkeep

Before building anything, determine how much time you’ll want to spend on maintaining your deck. Some materials, like composite decking, are low-maintenance and won’t take much to keep it looking brand new. On the other hand, natural wood decks may give your home a rustic aesthetic, but you’ll need to deep-clean and reseal them often to prevent rotting.

Privacy

Are you trying to enjoy your outdoor deck without your neighbors knowing what’s going on? Thankfully, you have plenty of options to ensure you can host your outdoor parties in peace. For example, homeowners with a larger yard can create a multi-tier or platform deck in a more secluded area for better views and complete privacy. But if you have a small space, privacy fences or paneling are popular deck additions to create a more intimate feel.

 

Cost

While the average cost of a deck ranges is around $7,500, your final expenses will vary depending on the structure’s size, style, and materials. Bamboo decks are the cheapest at around $3-$4 per square foot, while materials like Composite cost over $10. If you’re on a budget, taking the cheaper option is tempting. However, remember that a higher upfront cost for better materials may save you money on maintenance and repairs in the long term.

 

Enjoy The Outdoors With A Modern Deck

Make this spring the perfect time to enhance your home with a gorgeous outdoor deck. Here at Four Seasons, we offer premium composite desks that perfectly combine style and long-term durability. With various wood tones and patterns available, our DryShield® decking can fit any homeowner’s design preferences. Please get in touch with us at 888-270-3546 or use our 24/7 live help desk if you have any questions about our products today.

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Homeowners should have all the information they need before starting their new home improvement project. For this reason, our team at Four Seasons provides FREE in-home consultations, where we give you an upfront estimate with no hidden costs. If you’re also looking for inspiration for your next project, our free catalog will give you some ideas to get started!


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