is building a deck a good investment for a house?

Answer 1

Selected 2006 Cost vs. Value Report Statistics

Average nationwide return on investment:

Deck addition -- 76.8%

Major kitchen remodel -- 80.4%

Bathroom remodel -- 84.9%

New roof -- 73.9%

Family room addition -- 71.5%

Master suite addition -- 72.6%


If you are "keeping up with the Jones's" the deck would be a higher return on investment as it is seen as almost a 'required' part of the neighborhood.

Installing the deck yourself yields a higher rate of return if you have the knowledge and craftsmanship to do it.

Answer 2

As long as the rest of the house is increasing in value fr your area of the country then adding a room or deck properly will increase home value.

Answer 3

Decks and patios properly constructed and to fit the design of the home always add value. Poorly constructed or strange designs, however, would not. So make sure you have a good designer to work with you.

Answer 4

Absolutely. A well-built and well-maintained deck will add value to your property, as potential buyers want to be able to use the outdoor space for grilling, sitting, etc.

Answer 5

Any time you add living space to a home it pays off in .Even though it is outdoor space it will increase the homes value.

Answer 6

yes, building a deck ,levels of decks are that extra relaxing, entertaining type atsmophere,so yes absolutly.

Answer 7

yes it makes the appearance of the house alot nicer and it make the value of the house more!