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Does outdoor living increase home value?

Does adding an outdoor living space increase home value?

Outdoor living spaces can significantly enhance the appeal and value of a home. In recent years, there has been a growing trend towards incorporating outdoor living areas into residential properties. Archadeck serves clients, who have the desire for more functional and inviting outdoor spaces – outdoor living rooms, if you will. These can range from open patios and decks to screened-in porches, 3-season rooms, and sunrooms.

Would a composite deck and 3-season room combo add value to the way you use your home?

How does outdoor living increase home value?

One of the key factors contributing to the increased value of homes with outdoor living spaces is the expansion of usable living space. Outdoor areas provide homeowners with additional space to relax, entertain guests, and enjoy recreational activities. This extra space can be especially appealing to prospective buyers.

Does a 3-season room outdoor living space add value to a home?
3-season rooms offer entertaining and relaxation opportunities to homeowners.

Go with the flow, indoors to outdoors and back again.

Archadeck of the Piedmont always aims to create a cohesive and harmonious living environment. Well-designed outdoor living spaces can create a seamless transition between the interior and exterior of the home. This integration of indoor and outdoor spaces can enhance the overall flow and functionality of the home. Features such as sliding glass doors and covered outdoor seating areas can enhance the connectivity between indoor and outdoor spaces. This helps make the home feel more spacious and inviting.

Will a sunroom add outdoor living value to a home?
A custom sunroom adds value to a home by adding livable square footage.

Showcase your unique style in an outdoor living design.

Custom outdoor living spaces can serve as an extension of personal style and taste. Archadeck’s custom design process allows homeowners to co-create outdoor environments that reflect their lifestyle and preferences. Whether it’s a cozy garden retreat, a vibrant patio oasis, or a timeless, traditional outdoor entertaining area, these spaces can add character and charm to a home.

Custom outdoor living spaces offer charm and appeal.

Can a front porch add value to a home?

Another factor that contributes to the value of outdoor living spaces is their potential for increasing the curb appeal of a home. A well-maintained and beautifully landscaped outdoor area can make a strong first impression. From lush gardens and manicured lawns to a custom front porch design with stylish decor.

A custom front porch can increase home value.

Put the FUN in function.

Custom Archadeck outdoor living spaces can be particularly appealing to buyers who prioritize outdoor recreation and entertainment. Outdoor spaces with swimming pools, hot tubs, outdoor fireplaces, and built-in grills can add value to a home by providing additional opportunities for relaxation and enjoyment.

Functional outdoor living spaces can increase home value.
Functional outdoor spaces can be appealing to potential buyers.

What is the ROI on an outdoor living space?

The return on investment of outdoor living spaces varies by geographic region and the type of space.

These are the estimated returns on your outdoor living investment:

Decks – 67 – 72% ROI
Screened-in porches – 75 – 84% ROI
3-season rooms – 50% ROI
Sunrooms – 49% ROI

Search for outdoor living spaces and choose Archadeck.

Archadeck of the Piedmont Triad have been outdoor living space builders since 1991. Whether you are planning a simple deck or patio or an elaborate sunroom, we are eager to earn your business. Dial (336) 664 – 1332 or email us at piedmonttriad@archadeck.net for a complimentary porch design consultation.

Also read: Is a 3-season room worth it?

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Imagine Relaxing on this Beautiful Backyard Covered Porch

Imagine opening your back door and stepping into a lovely covered porch that is an extension  of your interior living space;  an area that flows seamlessly from inside to outside; a space that adds to the enjoyment and pleasure of your home. These Greensboro homeowners had that vision but needed some assistance with integrating their ideas into an actual outdoor room. The results, you will agree, are amazing.

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Lovely open porch with TimberTech decking in silver maple

We provided guidance throughout the planning and design process of this covered porch project.

The genesis of this covered porch project started with the homeowners knowing they wanted an outdoor living space, but not quite sure how they could integrate it with their already beautifully landscaped backyard, which was a tad too sunny and warm in the heat of a summer day. After several designs and some time discussing the finer details, the results are beautiful and the space is a cherished addition to the home.

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Hip roof on an open porch in Greensboro, NC

A unique roof and specialty trim distinguish this covered porch in Greensboro.

A hip roof covered porch with finished ply bead ceiling, floating bench, ceiling fan and privacy screen make this outdoor addition special, and the trim truly sets it apart. The homeowners had a specific look they were going for and with the help of our designer they were able to achieve it. The gently arched trim with the custom detail makes this porch unique to this house and blends seamlessly with the existing architecture of the home.

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Custom trim with arches adds distinction

Give us a call for a free consultation on your next outdoor living project (336) 664 – 1332 or send us an email at piedmontttriad@archadeck.net.

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3-Season Window Systems Aid in Keeping the Mosquitoes Out

3-season rooms with vinyl-glazed windows can help us enjoy the better parts of spring and summer outdoor living.

When the warm weather returns each year, we Southerners go through a sort of emotional roller coaster ride. The welcome song of birds, the sight of butterflies flitting around over flowers, the hum of lawn mowers, and the tantalizing aromas of summer barbeques fill the air with a cheerful smile and make the cold, rainy winter seem like a long-distant memory. Suddenly summer heats up and you find yourself dripping with perspiration,  gnats buzzing around your face, and mosquitoes biting your ankles.  With the spread of mosquito-borne illnesses, folks want to be safe as possible from mosquito bites. It is certainly wise to be mindful. Well, just imagine a simple, handsome, and cost-effective solutions that would allow you to maximize your comfort, convenience, and freedom, all the while adding significant value to your home.

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Gable roof porch with 4-track vinyl windows and trapezoid gable windows

What is a 3-season window system and what are the benefits of having one in the Greensboro area?

You can enclose your patio, porch, or Greensboro deck with the revolutionary aluminum-framed, vinyl-glazed 3-season room window system through Archadeck of the Piedmont Triad.  This is an attractive, customizable, breathable structure that will transform one of these open, yet vulnerable areas of your home into the most cherished part of your dwelling. Enjoy nature’s beauty without being subjected to rain, harsh sun, pollen, or irritating insects!  Three-season windows come with integrated screens, allowing you to make your new oasis as open or as enclosed as you desire.

Extruded Aluminum 3-Season Window System

This sturdy framework is composed of custom, made-to-order components that allow you to enclose your patio, porch, or deck easily and affordably. The extruded aluminum is corrosion resistant, with sliding panels that securely latch into place. No longer will your enjoyment of the outdoors be dictated by the weather or restricted by bugs or pollen. The professionals at Archadeck of the Piedmont Triad help you design the patio enclosure of your dreams, and can be built directly onto your existing patio, porch, deck. If that is an option or we can design and create a new room addition from scratch.

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White 3-season windows on elevated former screen porch

3–Season Window System with Screens

Using strong, 10-mil vinyl glazing for the enclosure windows provides all the benefits of glass without the high cost, heavy weight, or fragility. The vinyl can be tinted to a variety of heat and light-reducing shades, including dark gray and bronze. Additionally, the vinyl has a memory, meaning if it is unintentionally pushed or distorted, it will return to its original shape.

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Enjoy winter too from your Eze-breeze window room

3-season window systems ventilate from the top or the bottom, allowing three-quarters of the window area to open with the screens in place when you desire maximum outdoor air. They close effortlessly to keep inclement weather where it belongs – outside. When the Spring and Summer months arrive, tinted vinyl-glazed panels can help to reduce solar heat gain. Add a portable heater and folks can enjoy most of the sunny Winter days in comfort.

Isn’t it time you found an experienced 3-season room builder?

Isn’t it about time you started enjoying more of your home space? With a 3-season window system you can enclose your patio, porch,or deck, and create what is virtually a new room addition to your home, with the unique versatility of being both a private retreat, open to the wonder of nature and a secure shelter from harsh weather, invasive insects, and pollen.

Contact us at Archadeck for information and free design consultation on the design and installation of your beautiful new 3-season room in your home soon.  Visit Archadeck of the Piedmont Triad to view some fabulous examples of our work   Call us at 336-664-1332 or email us piedmonttriad@archadeck.net

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The deck is the glue that holds your outdoor living area together

When you imagine the perfect outdoor living structure what comes to mind?

Do you think of only a deck? Most would agree that no backyard is complete without a one. Decks have been around a long time. They have become the epicenter of spending time with family and friends. Decks have the capability to transform your mood and offer a place to relax and rewind.

Have your deck and screen porch too!
This deck and screen porch create an outdoor living oasis.

What if we told you that decks are more often a part of a multi-space outdoor living design?

Most of our customers opt to build decks with other outdoor living structures such as porches, patios, and even pergolas. For example, a screened-in porch, like the one above, wouldn’t be complete without a deck to spill onto for grilling out. A pergola looks perfect paired on a deck to offer shade on a hot sunny day. We build custom decks using a myriad of materials based on what fits with your individual needs but one material that is perennially popular is composite or synthetic decking.

Composite decks in Greensboro are here to stay.

TimberTech AZEK composite deck with floating bench
Custom features such as this floating bench design make your deck a true outdoor living room.

Composites come in all grades, colors, and price ranges. Tried and true is AZEK composite decking. AZEK is made from cellular PVC material and stands the test of time. It resists scratching, stains, splitting, is mold and mildew resistant and resists insects that can invade wood decks and destroy them. Their color choices are vast and they even make railing that is designed to complement your deck perfectly. It is also backed by some of the most comprehensive warranty in the industry.

Save on your deck construction project with a deck renovation.

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This AZEK deck with aluminum picket rail is a beauty to behold, and enjoy.

You may feel like composite is out of your reach because of the cost. Archadeck of the Piedmont Triad wants you to know that if your existing deck is structurally sound adding a low-maintenance material when re-decking, refurbishing or upgrading your deck may be more economical than you might think. The payback in the long run to using a material such as AZEK pays for itself quickly without the added cost of replacing boards and painting. With a composite or cellular PVC deck from us you will be sitting pretty on a beautiful, low-maintenance deck for many years ahead.

Deck Builders in Greensboro NC Since 1991

Contact Archadeck of the Piedmont Triad to learn more about our incredible outdoor living designs. We have been in business for since 1991, and have the expertise to make sure your backyard is your own outdoor oasis.

Call today for a free consultation : (336) 664 – 1332
piedmonttriad@archadeck.net

Also read: Can I add a screen porch to my existing deck?

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March is the time to prepare for outdoor living!

The month of March;  when March comes in like a lion it goes out like a lamb, mad as a March hare, beware the ides of March, March madness and my favorite March winds and April showers bring forth May flowers.   Almost everyone is ready to celebrate the arrival of Spring on March 20 and we at Archadeck are ready to help you get that great outdoor structure you need to make sure you get the most out the beautiful spring and summer days that lie ahead.

Archadeck of the Piedmont Triad is your choice Winston Salem and Greensboro area deck builder.

Archadeck can help you in a variety ways.  We custom design and custom build.  We can help you get some shade with one of our pergolas.  Stay away from the pesky bugs with a screened porch.  Replace that tired old deck with a new one build out of a variety of choices such as composites or tropical hardwoods.  Jazz up your deck with custom rails, benches and planters.  We also can add a patio with an outdoor kitchen.  How about waterproofing the underside of your current deck and making it in to a screened room?  There are numerous options and our designers are ready to help you realize your dream for more outdoor living.

Let’s get started soon so we can help you  be ready to relax and enjoy the great outside.  Contact us and one of our design consultants will be happy to work with you and yours to get your outdoor dream realized. We will look forward to hearing from you soon.

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Designing a Screened Porch with a Professional Porch Builder

Archadeck has been a trusted Greensboro porch builder for over three decades, and we are ready to help you design and build your ideal porch.

If you have always wanted a screened porch and are ready to build one, you might wonder how to begin.  When designing a screened porch, there are a few things to consider in order to achieve a beautiful porch design. As your Greensboro porch builder, Archadeck will help you arrive at your best and final porch design.

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Screened porch design by Archadeck of the Piedmont Triad

Among these considerations is:

  • Size and orientation – Your intended usage is one key to determining the proper porch size. This can also dictate where you choose to build your porch. From where inside your home will your porch be best accessed? One room, multiple rooms, second story, or first floor?
  • Architectural compatibility with your existing home – Your home’s existing style will often help you decide on the materials used to build your porch. Will you paint it to match your home or the trim on your home? Will you use materials that complement, rather than match? What porch roof style will best accommodate your existing roof?
  • Amenities and upgrades – Would you like a low-maintenance porch with composite deck flooring and aluminum or vinyl railings? Would you like a porch fireplace and full electrical installation for lighting and fans?
  • Your budget – Budget will be a major determining factor in your final porch design. It can dictate size, materials, and amenities.
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Rustic screen porch design by Archadeck of the Piedmont Triad

A well designed and well-built screened porch should add value, function, character, and enjoyment to your home.  It should invite your outdoors in comfort and style.

If you are searching for porch builders in Greensboro NC, Archadeck is ready to earn your business.

Since 1991, Archadeck of the Piedmont Triad has been building custom screened porches.  We are happy to guide you through the design and build process. Archadeck is North America’s leading builder of outdoor living spaces and offers the best warranties in the business. Call us today at 336-664-1332 for your complimentary design consultation.

Custom porch and deck by Archadeck of the Piedmont Triad

Also read: Can I add a screen porch to my existing deck?

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Who is Archadeck?

Custom Design

Archadeck founded in 1980 in Richmond, Virginia is the largest builders of custom designed decks. With more than 45,000 projects built nationally, we’ve become know as “America’s Deck Builder.” Prior to Archadeck, homeowners had three choices: build their own deck;  hire a carpenter, often unlicensed and uninsured; or work with an architect.  By combining design and construction into one single source, Archadeck can offer you the best and most efficient choice for your new deck.

But we are so much more than decks.  Archadeck also designs and builds screened porches, 3-season rooms, sunrooms, trellises, arbors, docks,  spa and pool decks and much more.  Archadeck has been featured in numerous magazines including HOME, Remodeling, Gardens, Decks & Patios, Woman’s Day Home Improvements,  Woman’s Day Gardening, Family Circle, Success and on the covers of Decks & Backyard Projects and American How-To.  In addition Qualified Remodeler magazine recently ranked Archadeck in the “Top Ten” out of 500 remodelers.

What does this mean to you?  It means your local Archadeck is part of a nationally known and respected organization, and has stable, reliable management.  You will receive one of the strongest warranties in the business. By choosing Archadeck , you ensure that your new outdoor living space will be custom designed for your home.  Each design  will address the architecture and landscape of the site itself, your budget, and your personal needs and lifestyle.  These elements, combined with smart and innovative design will make your new outdoor living space uniquely yours.  Because your project is custom designed, you will have a wide selection of materials to choose from such as pressure-treated southern yellow pine, exotic hardwoods, composite materials and low maintenance materials like Azek, and more.

Our design consultation is always free, so let Archadeck visit  your home  soon.  You’ll be on your way to the custom designed project that best enhances your home, your ideas, and your budget.

Screened porch for Relaxation.