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No matter how much you like your home, sometimes nothing beats the outdoors. From summer barbecues to stargazing, there are countless memories to be made with outdoor living spaces like decks and patios. However, with so many options to choose from, how do you know which is best for your home? If you’re unsure whether a deck or patio is a better fit for you, use our guide to help you pick the right home addition.

How Are Decks and Patios Different?

Patios

Patios are built firmly on the ground, and they provide safe and easy access to outdoor living spaces. While they are usually built on concrete, you can modify the base with a layer of pavers, brick, stone, or even tile. This allows you to customize your patio’s texture and appearance to fit your aesthetic tastes. Some patios feature awning or screens for keeping out the elements and pests, while others are open-air. You can customize your patio with a seating area, built-in kitchen, fire pit, or grill. Some patios even incorporate in-ground pools or hot tubs.

Decks

Decks are platforms often made of vinyl or wood. Most notably, they’re raised off the ground. Some decks can be accessed through door on your home’s ground floor, while others are built on second floors and function like extended balconies. For safety reasons, decks usually feature a railing around their perimeter, and they may have steps that descend to the yard. While hot tubs and grills can be placed on top of them, decks don’t often have the built-in or in-ground features that patios offer.

Which Is a Better Fit for You?

Benefits of Patios

If your wallet is the key factor guiding your decision, a patio is probably your best option. Unlike an above-ground structure like a deck, a patio offers structural stability at a lower base cost. However, if you want to customize your patio has a lot of built-in features, note that it will likely cost more than a simple wooden deck.

Benefits of Deckshome addition

If you live near a body of water or have an extensive garden, a deck might be the best match for your home. Most notably, the added height provides a more impressive view of your property and its surroundings. You should also consider a deck if your home is built on a hill or irregularly sloped terrain, as a patio’s in-ground supports will handle this topography much better than a concrete patio. If you’re interested in selling your property after the home addition, keep in mind that decks offer an average ROI of 75%, while patios provide 30-60%.

 

 

If you want to enhance your living space with a patio or deck, turn to Gildehaus Construction. They offer everything from new construction to home additions and remodeling projects. Their team can help you devise improvements that best complement your property, lifestyle, and future goals. Visit their website for more information on their offerings. When you’re ready to plan your home addition, call (573) 459-2111.

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