Patios

Patios

Let’s face it, over the last year or so, we have spent a lot more time at home. We’ve been looking at our property in a new light, and now that life is getting back to normal, more and more of us are putting our creative side to work. Outdoor home living spaces are as popular as they ever have been. Sixty-nine percent of homeowners added to their outdoor living area, and that was before the pandemic. Adding a patio to your property is great way to expand the usable square footage of your home while becoming a favorite spot to enjoy.

Adapted from the Latin word “patere,” meaning to lie open, the patio has long since been a home addition that allows for family and friends to come together for events and good times. From barbecues to a secondary dining area or a place to enjoy your favorite book in the sun, the ways to enjoy them are practically endless. The styles you can choose from are just as plentiful, from ornate, fancy woodwork with custom designs carved into a railing to a patterned paver mosaic of your own design.

They can be made of slab concrete, flagstone, concrete pavers, or brick. For a classic, rustic look, wood is the material of choice. Create a unique look by incorporating multiple materials. They are one of the easiest ways to increase the value of a home, with an ROI of about 69%; which is one of the reasons for their increase in popularity. The number of options available for creating a beautiful patio can quickly become staggering. Luckily, calling the professionals at Deluxe Roofing & Construction can help you grasp what is involved and we can help with the color and material choices.

When considering the type and design of your patio, you may also want to consider that other additions may be necessary to maintain access to your home, such as stairs or putting in a new door. If your patio is going to be raised off the ground, railings may be necessary to meet local codes, as well as to avoid potential accidents.

Modern patio construction can have features such as portable retracting awnings to beat the heat or enjoy a meal in the shade. Create a custom kitchen and take some of the cooking duties out of the house, reducing the amount of heat inside. Perhaps a fire-pit takes center stage as the place to create family memories and s’mores. Add a pergola for a bit of European flair or use the space as an extension of your greenery.

If you’re looking to overhaul the look of your home by adding a custom patio, outdoor fireplace, or gazebo, contact Deluxe Roofing & Construction. We are Oakville and the surrounding area’s top rated outdoor living space contractor. With real, experienced stonemasons and years of experience we are ready to create the seat wall, fire pit, and grill station of your dreams. A person’s home is their castle, and it should be enjoyed in its’ entirety, not just the indoors.