As the summer months come into view on your calendar, it’s time to think about how you’re going to make the most of them this year. A screened in deck is the ultimate compromise between a major home upgrade and spending all of your life savings on comfort and luxury.
Why Choose A Screened In Deck
A screened in deck is an increasingly popular home upgrade for Calgary citizens as it doesn’t require any additional digging or renovation. The simple post and beam structure gets erected on your existing deck and turns it from a space that is only usable in sunny weather when it’s not too hot and the bugs aren’t biting to somewhere that you will want to sit during all of your free time. The solid roof gives you day-long shade and protects your deck furniture from the Calgary summer thunderstorms, and the screens keep out the bugs and the worst of the strong winds.
Further Benefits of a Screened In Deck
Beyond the benefits of living your best outdoor life while enjoying all the comforts of being inside, a screened in deck also comes with a variety of additional benefits.
Increased Property Value
In terms of returns on your initial investment, a screened in deck represents incredible value for money. The simple structure keeps the costs down, but a screened in deck dramatically increases the curb appeal of your home to prospective buyers who will envisage long summer days spent on the boundary between inside and out. It’s also a quick install, meaning that you can add it to your property in time for the real estate photos and you’ll see a jump in the asking price and offers.
More Space To Spread Out
With more and more Calgary residents opting for staycations to make the most of our wonderful city, a screened in porch offers you a significant bump to the square footage of your home without incurring an exorbitant cost. Whether you choose to make your new space the focal point for family gatherings or make it a full kid-free zone, the extra space will give everyone some breathing room during the summer. You’ll also find that a screened in deck makes the perfect “command centre” for your summer gatherings, providing shade for those who overheat quickly and a place to host drinks and snacks for those who want to run around in the sunshine.
Increased Mental Health
There are a slew of scientific and psychological studies that have shown the positive impact of nature, and being close to nature, on our mental health. There are also studies that show that the busyness of modern life coupled with rampant technology use makes it harder for us to connect with nature. A screened in deck gives you the space to put the phone down and take some mindful moments each day to enjoy the natural beauty in your backyard. Its a great place to set up a yoga mat for a quiet morning stretch, or simply somewhere to curl up with a cup of something hot and a good book to fully decompress after a long day.
