Pergolas, Outdoor Structures and Foundations

Sometimes outdoor structures and foundations are covered under home insurance. Other times, they are not. We recommend taking a look at your homeowner’s insurance policy to see if the structure you want to install is covered or not. In some cases, policies will only cover specific types of damage, such as from fires, storms, and vandalism.

Yes, outdoor structures are a good investment. When they’re handled by professionals, outdoor structures are a great way to beautify your property and make it more functional. A deck can serve as a great entertainment space, pergolas create a comfortable shaded area, and fences can provide privacy or contain your pets and protect your property from intruders.

Whether your outdoor structure should be repaired or replaced depends on the scope of the damage. For example, if you have a deck that has some deteriorated deck boards, the solution might be to simply replace the decking. On the other hand, if you have a deck that was eaten by termites or is extensively rotted, it may be better to just replace the deck altogether. Severely damaged decks can pose a safety threat for your family and guests, so it is best to have our experts come out and examine your deck if you suspect there may be an issue. 

Sometimes you might have an outdoor structure that’s not severely damaged, but doesn’t really fit your desired aesthetic or lifestyle anymore. As an example, let’s say you had a short fence around the house when you bought it. After that, you end up adopting a large dog. Suddenly the short fence doesn’t work anymore because your dog could jump over it. That may be an indication that you need a new fence, even if your current one isn’t damaged. We can design and build a beautiful new outdoor structure that you will fall in love with. 

What size structure you need will largely depend on what you’re using the structure for. As an example, if you only need a deck for a small dining table, you might only need it to be 12 by 12. However, if you want your deck to have a full-fledged outdoor kitchen and plenty of seating, you may need a deck that’s significantly larger than this. For fences, you’ll need to take your values and lifestyle into account. If you want a fence primarily for privacy reasons, you may need a taller fence.

At Natural Environments Corporation, we pride ourselves on specializing in many different materials. The main reason we do this is to provide you with as many options as we can. This allows us to create outdoor structures and foundations that best fit your situation rather than just using the same materials for every single project. Whether you’re looking for a maintenance free deck, a custom fence, or a unique pergola, we’re here to design and install it for you.