{"id":3529,"date":"2017-04-18T18:57:48","date_gmt":"2017-04-18T18:57:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/amazingproperty.com.ng\/blog\/build-a-deck-for-backyard-appeal\/"},"modified":"2017-04-18T18:57:48","modified_gmt":"2017-04-18T18:57:48","slug":"build-a-deck-for-backyard-appeal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/amazingproperty.com.ng\/blog\/build-a-deck-for-backyard-appeal\/","title":{"rendered":"Build A Deck For Backyard Appeal"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Outdoor appeal is a key piece to the home selling<\/a> process. What better way to increase the exterior appeal than having a beautiful deck? Decks are living, natural additions that effectively blend into the landscape while adding extra entertaining space for less money than a porch or addition.<\/p>\n

Need more convincing? Here are some of the key advantages to why decks seal backyard appeal and convince sellers to look at your home longer than others on the block:\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

How much you save<\/b>: The cost to build a deck might average $6,600 to $9,400 depending on square footage and materials. However, a deck costs far less than an addition – almost $50,000 – so why invest<\/a> more when you can get something just as beautiful for less?<\/p>\n

An outdoor living area is less expensive because you don’t need electrical wiring or plumbing. Plus you can recoup at least 85% of that investment during the resale.<\/p>\n

How it adds to the house<\/b>: Adding a deck onto your home increases the exterior appeal without all the extra work. It means extra room for entertaining, relaxation and grilling during the summer.<\/p>\n

It can adapt to any kind of landscape, whether you need a raised platform deck for a sloping hill and multi-story home or a short deck for a flat backyard.<\/p>\n

How it blends with the landscape<\/b>: Unlike a porch, a deck is natural. Made of wood<\/a> or plastic to look like wood, decks blend into the landscape seamlessly. It’s simple to add bushes, trees and flowers around the edge of the deck. By the end of the whole process, your deck will have a warm, homey feel in the yard.<\/p>\n

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Photo courtesy of Destiny Painting<\/a> Services in Dallas, TX<\/center><\/p>\n

How easy it is to maintain<\/b>: Depending on the type of material you use to build the deck, maintenance should be simple. One treatment of staining and regular cleaning should take care of any pests or dirt. Decks can handle most weather conditions, and you can even build an awning to help it endure the climate better. Just keep an eye out for termites, mold or other things eating away at the wood and treat them quickly.<\/p>\n

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Photo courtesy of Proactive Painting in Eagle, WI. <\/p>\n

So don’t wait! Add this beautiful, natural addition to your home and get those sellers flocking to your backyard.<\/p>\n


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Photo courtesy of Artisan Custom Cabinetry in Oswego, IL<\/center> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Andrea Davis is the editor for HomeAdvisor, which helps homeowners find home improvement professionals in their area at no charge to ensure the best service in the shortest amount of time.<\/td>\n


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