Adapted Living Spaces

The Benefits of Adding a Sunroom to Your Home

2012-02-20T16:50:01Z

Do you love the idea of extending your home outdoors and being able to experience your landscape throughout every season? If so one way to do so is with a sunroom. Sunrooms or screened-in porches allow you to have the best of both worlds; you can enjoy nature while being shielded from the elements regardless of the weather. A few of the other benefits that come with adding a sunroom to your home are as follows…

Sunrooms are an affordable way to add extra space to your home.
They increase the value of your home and will attract future buyers should you want to sell.
They allow you to enjoy the beauty of your landscape in any type of weather.
Sunrooms can be used in a variety of ways whether for dining, exercising, relaxing and etc.
Since fresh air and sunlight reduce stress they benefit your health.

To discuss how you can add a sunroom or screened-in porch to your Atlanta area home call Adapted Living Spaces at 888-607-3760.

Would a Smaller Home be Best for You?

2012-02-13T14:26:45Z

If you are currently house hunting then we’re sure you’ve noticed the extremely high amount of large homes with low listing prices, and you may even be considering purchasing one. But before you make the decision to buy it just because it seems more affordable doesn’t mean it’s the best option for you and your family. In fact you may be better off with something smaller. Keep these considerations in mind when deciding if a smaller home would be best for you…

They cost less. You will spend a considerably smaller amount heating and cooling a smaller home, repairing it, as well as furnishing and decorating it.

They save time. You will spend less time cleaning and maintaining a small house and its landscape than you would with a larger home.

They make it easier to live simply. A small home will force you to determine what you really need and reduce your amount of clutter.

They allow you to make quality splurges. The financial burden of making quality upgrades won’t be as heavy since you don’t have as much to buy.

They may be easier to sell. Energy efficient homes are on the rise which exactly what a small home is.

Let Adapted Living Spaces help you find the right size home by calling us as at 888-607-3760.

Source: MSN Real Estate

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Deck Design and Maintenance Tips to Consider

2012-02-09T15:31:24Z

Although we didn’t have a true “winter” here in Atlanta are you still ready for the cool weather to give way to the warmth of spring? If so now is a good time begin working on your deck by taking on routine maintenance or taking the steps to begin planning a new deck for your home.

To ensure that your deck is ready once the warm weather rolls in for good begin taking on these deck maintenance tips:

Remove dirt with a pressure washer and solution safe for your deck material.
Complete a thorough inspection of your deck checking for squeaks, loose nails, sagging areas, rotting boards, and etc. and make the needed repairs.
Stain and/or seal to help preserve your decks color from the sun’s UV rays.

If you plan on adding a deck to your home consider these popular design features:

Water features and natural elements
Hidden patio and deck locations slightly removed from the home that create the sense of a “getaway”
Incorporation of shelter with pergolas, gazebos, arbors, and etc.

If your deck needs extensive repairs or you would like to design a new deck for your home call Adapted Living Spaces at 888-607-3760.