Summer is almost here. Are you looking for a fantastic project to do this summer? You’ve come to the right place. Check our expert advice on how to take your yard to the next level.
These DIY outdoor projects will make your house stand out above the rest of your neighborhood.
1. PROTECT YOUR BASEMENT & YOUR FAMILY
Your home’s basement is the perfect place to hang out with family and friends, especially during the hot summer months. Nothing feels so good as relaxing in a cool room on a hot day.
Early summer is a great time to install a window well cover. High-quality, custom window well covers provide safety and protection in many ways to your home and basement. And here are the reasons why they are excellent investments in your home.
- Protect children, pets, and wild animals – the open, unprotected window wells are a safety hazard for children (especially in times of play), pets, and wild animals. We’ve seen photos of deer, squirrels, and cats that have either fallen into or nested in window wells. When wildlife get panicked, they often cause damage to the home.
- Water leaking and debris solutions – water leaking into the basement can damage and crack of home foundation. Additionally, air quality issues can occur from moisture and mold growth. Debris accumulating in a window well will prevent proper drainage and will likely cause flooding.
- Additional security – add cover locks to your window well covers. They can help to protect your home from intruders. They also allow an exit from inside the home in case of an emergency.
- Optimize your basement ventilation – Choose a cover with a hinge or a vent if you want to ensure airflow is undisturbed when you need it. For constant ventilation, a steel or aluminum grate is the best choice.
2. INCLUDE THE WINDOW WELL IN GARDENING AND LANDSCAPING
A window well is a great way to protect your basement from water damage and debris. Also, provides natural light to your basement. There are so many ways to beautify your window wells and landscape, making your home a nicer place to live.
3. IMPROVE THE VIEW FROM YOUR BASEMENT WINDOW WITH DECORATIVE WINDOW WELLS OR LINERS
The window well provides a lot of decorative options for your basement. Decorative Stone window wells are a popular choice with homeowners looking for a rustic accent, combined with the practicality of a galvanized well. Molded fiberglass wells are a very popular choice as well. With their stacked stone design and in-built ladder, you will love these IRC egress-code-compliant window wells.
Already have a standard galvanized egress well? No worries, a decorative liner will brighten your basement. From pure white to exotic murals and even space views, we have everything. They are easy to install, too!
4. SURROUNDING YOUR WINDOW WELLS
Once you’ve installed and covered your well, it’s time to landscape the area around it. Beautifying around your window well and your home are limited only by your imagination. And here are a few great ideas:
- Window well covers can be completely hidden by using your landscaping, or as shown below, use pots of greenery or flowers to soften the look.
- Add a landscaping bed with low maintenance stone mulch, or surround the window well with pavers to keep weeds away.
- Use flowers and perennial plants in the area to make your entire garden look more inviting.
Think of how you will build memories with your family and friends while preparing your yard with these creative ideas. Enjoy the time together and welcome your neighbors and friends with a great looking yard.
When working on your yard, keep in mind these ideas – possibly adding seating and other features to make your home a gathering place for your family and friends. Your outdoor spaces can be a wonderful place to spend time with the people that matter the most to you.
Please call us if you have any questions 866-730-9920.
- Add a landscaping bed with low maintenance stone mulch, or surround the window well with pavers to keep weeds away.
- Use flowers and perennial plants in the area to make your entire garden look more inviting.
Think of how you will build memories with your family and friends while preparing your yard with these creative ideas. Enjoy the time together and welcome your neighbors and friends with a great looking yard.
When working on your yard, keep in mind these ideas – possibly adding seating and other features to make your home a gathering place for your family and friends. Your outdoor spaces can be a wonderful place to spend time with the people that matter the most to you.
Please call us if you have any questions 866-730-9920.