How to Choose the Right Construction Company for Your Project
How to Choose:
Verandah, Deck or Pergola?
Choosing between a verandah, deck and pergola depends on your specific needs, preferences and the architectural
style of your home. Here’s a brief overview of each to help you decide:
1. Verandah
Description: A covered , open-air gallery or porch, often wrapping around the front/back or sides of a house.
Pros: Provides shade and protection from the rain, extends living space, and can add to the aesthetic appeal of your home.
Cons: Can be more expensive to build due to roofing and structural requirements.
2. Deck
Description: An elevated flat surface, often made of timber or composite materials, attached to the house and usually uncovered.
Pros: Great for outdoor entertaining, relatively easy and quick to build, and can be customised with various materials and designs.
Cons: Required maintenance, especially if made of timber, and doesn’t provide shade or protection from the elements unless paired with a pergola or awning.
3. Pergola
Description: An outdoor structure consisting of columns supporting a roof of beams and rafters, often left open to allow sunlight to filter through.
Pros: Provides partial shade, can support climbing plants, and adds a decorative element to your outdoor space.
Cons: Does not provide full protection from sun or rain, and may require additional features (like a retractable canopy) for more coverage.
Factors to Consider:
Purpose: Determine what you’ll use the space for (eg. dining, lounging, gardening).
Climate: Consider your local weather conditions and how much protection you need from the sun and rain.
Budget: Evaluate your budget for construction and ongoing maintenance.
Aesthetics: Think about which structure best compliments the style of your home and landscape.
Recommendations:
If you need full protection from the elements: A verandah is a good choice.
If you want a versatile outdoor space: A deck can be a great option, especially if paired with a pergola or awning.
If you prefer an open, airy structure: A pergola might be ideal, particularly for creating a garden-like atmosphere.
Conclusion
Ultimately, the best choice will depend on how you envision using the space
and the specific conditions of your home and environment.
