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Top 5 Outdoor Living Features That Add Value to Your Home

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April 1, 2024

Want to increase your home’s value and enjoy your outdoor space more? You don’t need a full remodel—just the right outdoor upgrades.

At Salas Outdoors, we design and build functional, stylish outdoor features that not only enhance your lifestyle but also improve resale value. Here are the top five outdoor living features that give you the best return on investment while transforming your backyard.

1. Outdoor Patio or Living Area

A custom patio adds instant square footage—creating a place to gather, relax, or entertain without stepping inside.

Why it adds value:

  • Extends the usable living space
  • Low-maintenance and long-lasting
  • Attracts buyers looking for outdoor entertainment areas

Bonus Tip: Add built-in seating or lighting for even more visual appeal.

✅ Salas Outdoors specializes in beautifully integrated patios that increase both comfort and property value.

2. Covered Patio or Pergola

Whether it’s full shelter or dappled shade, a covered structure makes outdoor areas usable in all weather.

Why it adds value:

  • Offers year-round usability
  • Protects furniture and flooring
  • Adds high-end architectural detail

Pergolas vs Covered Patios:

  • Pergolas provide partial shade and style
  • Covered patios offer full protection with optional ceiling fans or lighting

✅ These upgrades make your backyard look complete and help potential buyers imagine their own gatherings.

3. Outdoor Kitchen or Grill Station

An outdoor kitchen turns your backyard into a culinary destination. Even a modest grill station with counter space can raise your property’s profile.

Why it adds value:

  • Appeals to buyers who entertain
  • Keeps indoor kitchen clean and cool in summer
  • Makes your home stand out in listings

Popular additions:

  • Built-in grills
  • Mini-fridges
  • Outdoor sinks
  • Stone countertops and storage

✅ Salas Outdoors can help you design an outdoor cooking space that’s both practical and eye-catching.

4. Fire Features

Fire pits and fireplaces provide warmth, ambiance, and a year-round reason to be outside—even during cooler months.

Why it adds value:

  • Extends backyard use into the evenings and colder seasons
  • Encourages social connection and relaxation
  • Adds a focal point to outdoor layouts

Whether you go with a classic wood-burning fire pit or a sleek gas feature, it’s a sought-after luxury that pays off.

✅ Our team creates fire features that match your style and safely blend into your layout.

5. Landscape Lighting

A beautifully landscaped yard can go unnoticed at night—unless you light it properly. Outdoor lighting elevates safety and ambiance in one smart upgrade.

Why it adds value:

  • Enhances curb appeal
  • Improves safety around walkways and steps
  • Highlights your home’s best features

Popular lighting ideas:

  • Uplighting for trees or walls
  • Pathway lights
  • Pergola or deck lighting
  • Motion sensor and security lights

✅ Salas Outdoors offers professional lighting design to ensure your outdoor spaces shine—day or night.

Backyard upgrades aren’t just about style—they’re strategic investments in your property’s future. Whether you plan to sell or stay, features like patios, pergolas, kitchens, and lighting deliver both enjoyment and ROI.

At Salas Outdoors, we help you build functional and beautiful outdoor living features tailored to your lifestyle—and your home’s long-term value.