The Benefits of Hiring a Professional for Patio Construction

If you’re looking to make the most of your outdoor space, a patio might be a great addition to your home.
Patios are the perfect spot for entertaining, for spending quality family time together, for enjoying some extra sun and Vitamin D, and for increasing your property value – if they are soundly constructed, that is.

Why should you turn to a professional like New Castle Lawn & Landscape to help in building the patio of your dreams versus tackling the job yourself? Consider this…

1. The job may be more involved than you realize. Building a patio is more than arranging a set of bricks or pavers in a repeating pattern. For instance, its essential to construct a base that is sound and level, and that the spacing throughout the desired pattern is consistent.

2. Time savings. Figuring out the dos and don’ts of patio construction could be quite time consuming for someone that hasn’t done it before. In the time it takes you to put together and execute a winning game plan, you may have lost out on other work opportunities or time you’d simply would have liked to spend elsewhere.

3. Tools of the trade. When you hire a professional to construct your new patio, they come with all the equipment needed to get the job done – tools you likely may not own. Buying them is an added expense for most people. Bonus: your contractor should also be licensed and insured!

4. Securing materials. On a similar note, the materials needed for patio construction require heavy lifting. Professionals have the vehicles and means to haul sand, stone, brick and more, safely.

5. Unexpected expenses. Simply put, mistakes can add up when it comes to self-construction versus what hiring a professional will cost you in the long run. A professional installer should have years of experience to bring to the table, and the process should be a streamlined one.

6. Durability. For those looking for a patio that will hold up for a couple of years before moving to a new property, self-construction might work when it comes to patio installation. However, if you’re looking for a job that will stand the test of time, look to a professional.

Ready to start discussing your patio project? We’d be happy to discuss a plan that will get you enjoying your outdoors as much as your indoor area. Call the New Castle team at 610-796-7818 or visit www.newcastle94.com today for your free estimate!