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Outdoor Deck Upgrades Made Simple

Outdoor Deck

With the summer sun rising high above us, you can only hope that this year your family and friends will help build some memorable moments but you first want to create an ambience they can relax in. Whether you want to construct a new outdoor deck for your home or have an existing deck repaired, you need to count on experienced exterior remodeling contractors to carry out your project.

Identifying Improvements of Existing Decks

If you started doing some sprucing up around your deck you may notice there are a few areas that need a little more than sweeping or dusting. This is the time you want to identify the troublesome areas that need repairs. Pay attention to safety concerns such as loose foundation, uneven masonry, worn out wood panels, water damage and torn electrical wirings. These repairs should be made quickly to avoid any injuries that can occur during your summer gatherings.

Designer Deck Styles

There are a wide range of decks to add in any home. Finding the right style that matches your style should be a comfortable place for you to enjoy the summer air. Most homeowners today are turning to more eco-friendly building materials and we can help search for the best products to construct an environmentally friendly deck. First you have to settle on selecting a deck type that is friendly to your home. Here are the top five designer deck options:

Platform Decks

This style is one of the most traditional and most cherished additions for single-level homes. Railings are not necessary for decks that are low to the ground, but they are helpful to prevent young ones from small falls. Platform decks are low to the ground and should be protected from all elements, so before installation we can pressure treat wood materials with protective sealers, especially the undersides.

Raised Decks

Homeowners with above-grade first level floors may require a raised deck in order to access their backyards. Raised decks should include railings and stairs for easy access to the yard below. The end result may leave exposed foundation posts which can be concealed with foundation plantings or skirting.

Two-Story Decks

A two-story deck helps gain outdoor access to the upper levels of your home. While the extra access is great, but it does require railings, stairs and structural posts for bracing. It is also possible to camouflage exposed bracing posts with decorative lattice, skirting or rock-faced pillars to cover up the exposed posts.

Multilevel Decks

This style is very popular for outdoor lovers who welcome the idea of having connective stairways and walkways added to their home. This style is perfect for homes on sloped lots because the deck areas match the contours of the landscape. If you join each section with a short pattern of stairs it prevents the lowest deck from interfering with the view from the higher decks.

Freestanding Decks

A freestanding deck is not attached to the property.  Freestanding decks are perfect for highlighting the best areas in your backyard. The deck acts almost as a natural extension of the landscape when it is installed for shade or overlooking your garden.

Exterior Remodeling Boosts Resale

When you consider installing a deck to your yard you do not have to aim for the moon, simple is the best way to go. According to the 2014 cost versus value report published in the Remodeling Magazine, a wooden deck addition of 16 feet by 20 feet in the Pacific region can earn up to 109 percent in return from their initial investment. Even a composite deck holds promising resale value by achieving recovery costs of up to 92 percent. Whatever the plan is for your exterior remodeling project, expect great value for when it is time to move.

After you have made the decision to initiate exterior remodeling, count on the expert Los Angeles contractors from Sky Renovation to help achieve your outdoor dream. We can help construct or repair outdoor decks just in time for your summer pool party. Contact us and we will help you get started today.