Concrete Patios
Concrete patios can be one of the cheapest ways to enjoy your yard more and raise the value of your home. It's hard to say exactly how much you will pay since it varies depending on your location, property condition, materials and design. Will the patio be above ground or on stilts? Will it include stairs, seating, or a fire pit/barbecue? Even the slope of the land will have to be considered when you get an estimate. Obviously, any stamping or staining of your concrete patio will play a role as well in the final cost.
Concrete offers a lot of design options that a wood deck or porch can’t meet. Modern techniques can make it looks like any surface (including wood!). And it can be more easily made into different shapes and patterns to support the natural shape of your pool or garden. Much less likely to deal with warping or sagging. Plus, no splinters! It’s not unheard of to have heated or cooled concrete surfaces so you can enjoy your new patio year-round. The only advantage wood might have over concrete is that you might be able to make a wood deck by yourself.
Maintenance is a snap since you will only need a hose every so often to wash it down. Compare that to the pressure washing and staining necessary to maintain a wooden deck or porch. Wood also fades which can ultimately devalue even its resale value even if it maintains its structural integrity. Wooden decks are also susceptible to rotting and insects. You should keep an eye for any cracking in a concrete patio. That can lead to costly repairs down the road if not addressed quickly. And as long you avoid that you won’t have to worry about Using an epoxy paint, while adding more cost, will make even this small risk almost non-existent.
Nor is price the only concern when you are looking for a concrete contractor. You need to consider your timing, their availability, their reputation, and what guarantees they offer. Finally, consider the ROI of a new patio. It will raise the value of the home. Compare your yard to your neighbors. A nice patio could be the difference between closing on a sale or not. And with a little luck appreciation means that a new concrete patio can practically pay for itself.
Concrete offers a lot of design options that a wood deck or porch can’t meet. Modern techniques can make it looks like any surface (including wood!). And it can be more easily made into different shapes and patterns to support the natural shape of your pool or garden. Much less likely to deal with warping or sagging. Plus, no splinters! It’s not unheard of to have heated or cooled concrete surfaces so you can enjoy your new patio year-round. The only advantage wood might have over concrete is that you might be able to make a wood deck by yourself.
Maintenance is a snap since you will only need a hose every so often to wash it down. Compare that to the pressure washing and staining necessary to maintain a wooden deck or porch. Wood also fades which can ultimately devalue even its resale value even if it maintains its structural integrity. Wooden decks are also susceptible to rotting and insects. You should keep an eye for any cracking in a concrete patio. That can lead to costly repairs down the road if not addressed quickly. And as long you avoid that you won’t have to worry about Using an epoxy paint, while adding more cost, will make even this small risk almost non-existent.
Nor is price the only concern when you are looking for a concrete contractor. You need to consider your timing, their availability, their reputation, and what guarantees they offer. Finally, consider the ROI of a new patio. It will raise the value of the home. Compare your yard to your neighbors. A nice patio could be the difference between closing on a sale or not. And with a little luck appreciation means that a new concrete patio can practically pay for itself.
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