Small Upgrades that Add Big Value to Outdoor Spaces

Every homeowner knows that if they want their home to increase in value, then they must make upgrades.  

These upgrades can come in the form of new flooring, finished basements, or constructed additions.  

One of the most overlooked areas where upgrades can be made is the backyard.  

Many backyards tend to be empty spaces with sparse trees and a garden.  

Your backyard could be so much more, and it could increase the value of your home.  

In this post, we will go over some upgrades you can make to your yard to increase the overall value of your home.  

Upgrade Your Yard 

One of the best things you can do to add value to your home is to add upgrades to your backyard.  

Below are some of the most cost-efficient upgrades you can make. 

Add a fire pit or outdoor cooking area.  

What’s better than gathering around an open fire on a cool summer’s night? Add in a freshly cooked dinner and you are in paradise.  

Outdoor cooking areas or fire pits add tremendous value to your home and are a great place to host get-togethers.  

If you spend between $6,000 and $8,000 on an outdoor fire pit, your average return on investment is roughly 60-70% when you sell your home.  

Install a fence.  

Not only do privacy fences protect your private life from peering eyes, but they also add value to your home.  

Metal and stone fences carry an average return on investment of 70% while wooden fences sit around 50%. 

Your backyard should be a private place for you and your family to spend time together. Install a privacy fence and you will never have to worry about nosy neighbors again.  

Build a deck.  

Decks serve as excellent mediators between the inside and out.  

Not only are decks great places for social gatherings, but they also help keep dirt and grime out of your house. Leave your dirty shoes and wet towels on the deck and spend less time sweeping your carpets.  

The average return on investment for a deck sits around 70%. However, that number drastically increases when you install a higher-quality deck.  

Install a pool.  

A pool is a significant investment, but also one that brings a tremendous amount of fun. 

The exact return on investment has been variable in the past, but since 2020, the return on investment for pools has been increasing.  

A pool is a great investment if you plan to stay in your home for a long time and you use it as a selling point when it’s time to sell your house.  

Upgrade Your Home, Upgrade Your Lifestyle 

When looking for ways to upgrade your yard, always look for upgrades that both improve your lifestyle and add value to your home.  

The upgrades you make to your home now will add value when it is time to sell and help ensure you sell for more money than you bought.  

Ready to make the next great upgrade to your yard? Then it’s time to reach out to Outdoor Experts Co.  

Outdoor Experts Co are your premium Cincinnati outdoor installation pros. We tackle high-quality outdoor projects from patios to pergolas to pools, and more.  

Reach out to Outdoor Experts Co now!