The ins and Outs of Adding A Balcony to Your Home

1. The ins and Outs of Adding A Balcony to Your Home

2. A balcony can be a fantastic addition to any home, and can even add value, not to mention curb appeal. With outdoor space at a premium all over the country, if your home has some additional exterior space such as a balcony, and you’re trying to sell it, you could boost its value and garner a lot more interest from potential buyers. Of course, if you’re not wanting to sell your home (either now or in the foreseeable future), then a balcony is a great addition in its own right; giving you space to socialize, grow plants or simply the option to step outside and breathe in some fresh air. With this in mind, let’s look in a little more detail at adding a balcony to your home:

3. Designing and building your balcony: There are many important factors to consider when in the design phases of adding a balcony to your home, and if you work with a professional construction agency, they will ensure that each point is given careful consideration before building begins. Keep the following design aspects in mind when planning your new balcony: Access to the balcony You’ll obviously need to be able to access your new balcony from the inside of your home, so think carefully about where the doorway will be.

4. What materials to use Most balconies are constructed from wood, wood composite, vinyl and cement and many times, the choice is down to personal preference or budgetary constraints. Vinyl and cement are a cheaper alternative to wood, and can be just as effective both visually and maintenance wise. Discuss your options with your chosen construction company, and select the best material for your needs. What style will the balustrade be in? A balustrade can make or break a balcony, and you’ll need to have a detailed discussion with your chosen design and/or construction agency as to what style of balustrade would be most suitable for your new balcony.

5. Typically, balustrades can be semicircular in shape, straight or angular, and the most popular materials for it to be constructed from are wood, metal and glass. What size should the balcony be? Think carefully about the primary purpose or use of the balcony to help you decide what size it should be. If you plan to sit out on your balcony, then room for a couple of comfy chairs should be enough. If you’re planning to store things on it or entertain friends and family, then it may need to be bigger to suit the purpose. With a balcony designer’s help, you can choose the right size to complement your home, meet all your needs and stay inside the confines of your budget.

6. Before building your balcony: Be sure to check with your local authority before you even begin thinking about designing a balcony to your home, to make sure that you can obtain the relevant approval and permits. If you use a professional, licensed contractor, they’ll be able to help guide you through the permitting process and help you design a balcony that meets your every requirement. A balcony can be a worthwhile investment and amazing addition to any home, but always use a reputable, professional design and construction company to help you add a balcony, otherwise the project could quickly end in a lot of extra stress and expense.

7. RZ Construction Group Inc is a fully inclusive construction company and general contractor in Astoria NY. From initial design to final clean up, our results speak for themselves. We are fully licensed, insured, and bonded to provide both commercial and residential construction services to customers in Astoria and the surrounding area. Proud to serve New York State for 25 years. No job is too small nor too big. If you are looking for a masonry contractor or balcony paving in NYC want to know more about our wide range of professional but affordable construction and repair services, reach out to us at (718) 938-9887.