Outdoor decks are very popular additions and deliver many great benefits for their respective homeowners. Highly skilled and experienced deck builders can design and build large and small decks alike. Some might be elevated, covered, or have multiple stories to make them even more useful. Whether you have a large or small deck project in mind, here are seven reasons to add a deck to your home.

1. Improve Your Home's Value

Decks can look great and add purpose to your home's outdoor space when the right deck builders construct them. A deck can also bring significant value to your home. According to Today's Homeowner, adding a deck can produce an 80% return on your investment. Many homeowners enjoy having outdoor deck space that gives them more room to do things. A well-designed and attractive deck makes properties more appealing to prospective buyers.

2. Create an Outdoor Living Space

A deck is an extension of your indoor living space and makes it possible to enjoy being outside by providing a designated area for entertaining, cooking, or relaxing. You might cover your deck to protect against the weather, so you can enjoy the outdoors throughout the year. Placing some furniture on your deck or adding a grill can make the area even more comfortable and functional. Outdoor lighting can help keep your deck illuminated at night, too, so you can use it around the clock as needed.

3. Have More Room to Entertain

The ability to entertain more guests outside when the weather is great makes decks especially useful. They can help keep your home's interior clean while guests mill about outside, and they give those who are on grill duty the opportunity to hang out with friends and family while cooking the food. Skilled deck builders can ensure your deck is especially sturdy to withstand the weight of several people along with outdoor furnishings and other belongings.

4. Enjoy More Time Outdoors

Even when you are home alone, your deck allows you to spend quality time outside and enjoy the weather. You can get more sun, take in a cool breeze, or just lounge in a chair with a good book and some tea or coffee. You might even put a patio or porch swing on your deck and spend quality time with your significant other. Your deck can also provide you with some respite while your dog plays in the yard or uses the bathroom.

5. Reap the Benefits Quickly

It doesn't take long for skilled and experienced deck builders to construct a deck. Depending on the size and the weather at the time of construction, your deck builders may be able to set up your deck in as few as three days, according to Forbes. Of course, the entire project may take several weeks as you want to ensure the design and materials are right for your home. More elaborate decks may take longer to build, and the elements can affect progress. However, experienced contractors can get the job done quickly without sacrificing quality. All the work happens outside, too, which makes the project less intrusive while you are at home.

6. Modify Your Deck as Needed

Whether you start off with a large or a small deck, that doesn't have to be the end of your deck-building. Our deck builders can add to your existing deck if you decide to expand it or have other ideas that you want to implement in the future. A deck is a customizable structure that can grow and expand in just about any practical way that you can imagine. Your contractor can help you turn your ideas into functional decking and expand on them over time.

7. Maintain Your Deck Easily

Decks are available in many types of materials, and all of them are durable and easily maintained. You just need to keep them reasonably clean and occasionally apply some stain or paint to keep the deck protected against weathering and general wear and tear. You can have your contractor inspect the deck on occasion and maintain it as needed to ensure it is in its best condition and will continue supporting further use.

For more information about our deck, porch, or patio services, don't hesitate to reach out to our team at Thrive Renovation. We'll be more than happy to discuss your project with you!