If you have owned a home for a while, you may be looking out your window and asking yourself, “should I renovate my porch?” or “how do I know when to renovate my porch?”.
Porch renovations can be a part of your regular maintenance or can add new life to your home. However, timing is everything; if the renovation is done too early it may be a waste, but if it’s done too late you could be introducing dangerous conditions.
Continue reading to find out when you should do some porch remodeling!
You Need Maintenance and Repairs
While rusty railings and decaying wood are good indicators for when to renovate a porch, it’s not always so obvious!
Particularly, porches that support a roof may have structural damage that isn’t highly visible. For porches with concrete floors, the coating may need to be replenished, especially if epoxy was used. If you notice floor damage, consider renovating it with a polyurea coating for maximum durability.
Porches may also be susceptible to water damage or screen tears. Short-term fixes may lead to more damage, so getting your porch regularly inspected will save you a headache later!
You Want to Sell Your Home
It’s no secret that home renovations can increase your resell value.
If your area allows it, adding or remodeling a porch can boost your home’s desirability. You can even tailor it to your client base by adding insect screens or a fireplace. The boost in square footage and leisure areas will attract buyers of all types!
Performing necessary repairs is another option that is less of an investment than adding a new porch. When selling your home, you not only want it to look nice but to also be structurally sound for the next inhabitant. So if you have chipped paint or loose nails, now is the time to get it fixed before the next open house!
You Want to Boost Aesthetics
How often to renovate a porch will depend on your needs and, most importantly, your home desires!
Homeowners are often limited by local guidelines and finances, so small additions overtime may be reasonable. But if you can afford it, having a personal space to host guests or for family time is worth the investment.
A porch can be more than shade and a chair; it can include a completely enclosed area or can have plenty of ventilation along with outdoor protection. You can renovate your porch to include plants, couches, fans, and even entertainment sets. If you want to increase your home’s hosting value, then now is the time to start!
Garage Force Porch Renovations
Whether you need new flooring as part of porch renovations or garage expansions, Garage Force has you, and your floor, covered!
With experienced technicians and quality materials, your porch floors will look flawless for years to come. Our polyurea coats require minimal maintenance and can be tailored to any color or texture to fit your project!
Contact Garage Force of Greenville today for a 15-minute consultation or to schedule a service!