If you are looking for a home improvement or renovation project, building a new patio could be just the right project for you. Building a new patio now will mean you will have a sheltered outdoor space, in the comfort and safety of your home, to use during winter. Once winter is over, your patio can be turned into a spring and summer space for you and the members of your household to enjoy.
Thinking of building a DIY patio? There are a few important questions to ask yourself including:
- Is a DIY patio best for me?
- How long will it take me to install my DIY patio?
- Do I have the skills and equipment to build a DIY patio?
Is a DIY patio Best For me?
For many people, a DIY patio kit provides a home project to tackle while saving money on installation fees. If you understand the fundamentals of building and have access to construction tools, then a DIY patio could be right for you. If not, its best to chat to the professionals first on what they think is best for you. Depending on your capabilities, hiring a professional may be a better option.
How Long Will it Take me to Install my DIY Patio?
It’s important to remember that a DIY project can take longer than you think as the whole process is left up to you. It’s important to also remember it’s not just the time erecting the patio itself to consider. The timeframe to build a patio includes the time taken to get any necessary approvals, preparing the outdoor space where your patio will go plus ordering and receiving any additional supplies required.
Do I Have the Skills and Equipment to Build a DIY Patio?
When it comes to installing your DIY patio, it must meet council rules and regulations and will be inspected to complete your building permit. There will be some heavy work involved to lift large sheets of roofing into place. It’s important to ensure there are other suitably skilled members of your household that could help. After all, everyone’s health and safety must be number one.
Call the Team at CPR Outdoor Today for all Your DIY and Fully Installed Patio Needs
Whether you are looking to purchase a DIY patio kit cut to size and ready to install or a professional company to fully install a new patio for you, CPR Outdoor can help.
Servicing Bunbury, Busselton and the South West call the team in Bunbury on 9726 2311 or Busselton on 9754 2657 for FREE quote today.