Buffalo may be known for its winters, but come summertime, everyone who has a porch seemingly uses theirs and with good reason.
Porches serve many functions on a house—they offer shelter from the elements, so you’re not forced to sit under the blazing hot sun or deal with a downpour of rain. Meanwhile, they’re a transitional area of the house that’s neither interior nor exterior; porches give you the best of both worlds.
When you’re not using a porch for relaxing—it’s a great place to nap on a hammock or read a book on a lazy day—you can use a porch for a meal with friends and family. Many porches typically feature a table and chairs, making it a gathering spot for those who live there as well as guests. A porch is an attractive addition to a home.
Do you like to decorate? A porch gives you a reason to buy and hang up colorful lights, plus plants, little tables to hold drinks, keys and phones, and funky artwork to liven up the space. And, if you like rocking chairs, a porch is a perfect place for one.
If your home is older, and you’re feeling a bit cramped, why not add-on a porch to give your home some new life? These days, porches range from small and simple seasonal versions, to large, wrap-around ones made for all seasons. In addition, porches offer people additional storage space year-round, for “stuff” like bicycles, boxes and more.
Ivy Lea Construction builds (and maintains) porches in the Greater Buffalo-Niagara region. Don’t hesitate to call and ask for a free consultation to find out the details of adding on or repairing/renovating a porch.