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4 Things To Do to Your Backyard This Summer

By
Home Stager with Freelancer

A backyard is one of the most versatile things about a home. There are so many things that people can do with them. As a result, allowing your backyard to sit empty and unused is a massive waste of potential. The following are some of the best things you can do to your backyard this summer.

Have a Pool Constructed

You can make your backyard a place of play and relaxation by adding a gorgeous pool to it. Doing so would offer you the benefit of giving you a place to cool off during the summer heat. In addition, it would also allow you to go swimming whenever you feel like it since you would be able to access it from the comfort of your own home. Plus, it would be a great way to make your backyard look more beautiful in general.

One of the best things about deciding to add one to your home is that you can easily search for pool builders near me who can make all of your dreams come true. For example, you can choose the exact dimensions of the perfect one for you and your family. Of course, there will be some restrictions that you will have to keep in mind, such as the size of your yard. However, that is what makes working with trained professionals all the more beneficial since they will have the knowledge and expertise to advise you on the maximum size yours can be. Plus, you can be confident that they will get the job done right.

Have a Fence Installed

Making your backyard more useful and beautiful will also make it more attractive to possible intruders. This is why having a fence installed around it would be a great idea. It can deter people or even dangerous wildlife from coming so close to your home or trying to take advantage of any additions you make to your yard. In short, it can help keep your family safe. Plus, fences can also serve decorative purposes depending on the one you choose. You can decide to have an aesthetically pleasing fence added if you so wish, though it will likely come at a higher cost than one which is primarily functional in nature.

Add a Treehouse

Another great addition to your backyard would be a treehouse. There is something incredibly fun about being able to climb up a large tree and enter into your own little world that you have created. Whether you have small children or not, a treehouse might be right for you and your family. Having one would give you an opportunity to safely get closer to nature from the comfort of your own home. You could do fun things like birdwatch or read a book while you are in there.

Have Your Trees Inspected

Speaking of trees, you should also make sure to have the large ones in your backyard inspected. The reason for this is that homeowners are typically responsible for any injuries caused by a tree on their property, even if they did not plant it themselves. As a result, you should have your trees inspected for any loose branches that could fall down on a person and potentially cause them serious harm. Otherwise, your trees could be an accident waiting to happen and you could be held liable for any injuries they cause. Making sure that they pose no imminent danger to humans or pets is a great way to ensure the safety of the people who regularly use your yard, such as your family, as well as that of those who use it less frequently, such as your friends.

Backyards are incredibly versatile. You can improve yours by doing things like constructing a pool in it, installing a fence around it, adding a treehouse to one of the trees in it or having the trees in it inspected to ensure they are safe to be around.

Sham Reddy CRS
Howard Hanna RE Services, Dayton, OH - Dayton, OH
CRS

Thanks for sharing Dawn!!!

You can make your backyard a place of play and relaxation by adding a gorgeous pool to it. Doing so would offer you the benefit of giving you a place to cool off during the summer heat

Aug 18, 2022 04:26 AM
Joe Jackson
Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty - Columbus, OH
Clintonville and Central Ohio Real Estate Expert

This is an excellent post with great information. Thanks for sharing it.

Have a super fantastic week!
Joe Jackson, Realtor-KWCP

Aug 18, 2022 06:28 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello and Welcome to the Rain were we all help each other and learn from each other.  Make it a great day!

 

Aug 18, 2022 08:13 AM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Dawn, great first post, and lots of valuable info you have shared.   Welcome to ActiveRain.

Aug 18, 2022 12:31 PM
Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
REALTOR®, Broker

Great information, thanks for sharing.  I hope you have a great day.

Aug 19, 2022 02:59 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Dawn - the backyard (and any outside area of a property) has the potential of becoming "living space".   Congratulations on your first post in ActiveRain, may you continue to share more as you discover this community.  

Aug 22, 2022 04:24 AM
John Pusa
Glendale, CA

Welcome to the ActiveRain community. Congratulations on your first post.

Aug 22, 2022 08:32 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Dawn Castell welcome to ActiveRain, and congratulations on successfully posting your first blog on this site.

Sep 06, 2022 02:20 PM
Michael J. Perry
KW Elite - Lancaster, PA
Lancaster, PA Relo Specialist

Creating Privacy would be another key objective to accomplish !!!

Jan 02, 2023 08:17 AM
AJ Heidmann ~ CRS
McEnearney Associates, Inc. - Alexandria, VA
YOUR Alexandria & Arlington, VA Real Estate Expert

Dawn ~ Congratulations on a great first blog post and welcome to ActiveRain!  I hope that we will be seeing more posts from you in the future. 

Feb 06, 2023 08:55 AM