Question 1

What outdoor living features add the most value to a Long Island home?

Accepted Answer

Outdoor kitchens and fire features consistently deliver the highest return on investment for Long Island properties. Real estate professionals report that well-designed outdoor living spaces can recoup 60 to 80 percent of their cost at resale, and homes with these features tend to sell faster. Hardscape lighting and seating walls further enhance value by making the space usable in the evening hours and providing built-in functionality that buyers find highly desirable.

Question 2

How long is the outdoor living season on Long Island?

Accepted Answer

Long Island enjoys a generous outdoor living season that typically runs from May through October, giving homeowners five to six months of comfortable outdoor entertaining. With features like fire pits, fireplaces, and outdoor heaters, many of our clients extend their season well into November and even enjoy their outdoor spaces on milder winter days. Hardscape lighting ensures you can use your outdoor living area long after sunset throughout the entire season.

Question 3

Can you add outdoor living features to an existing patio?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Many of our projects involve adding outdoor kitchens, fire features, lighting, or seating walls to existing paver patios. We evaluate the condition of your current hardscaping, ensure proper utility access for gas and electrical needs, and design the new features to integrate seamlessly with your existing layout and materials. In some cases, a patio extension may be recommended to provide adequate space for larger features.

Question 4

Do outdoor living features require permits on Long Island?

Accepted Answer

Permit requirements vary by municipality across Nassau and Suffolk County. Outdoor kitchens with gas connections, fire features, and electrical installations for lighting typically require permits and inspections. Brothers Paving handles all permitting and code compliance as part of our project management, so you never have to worry about navigating the process yourself.

Question 5

How do you protect outdoor living features from Long Island winters?

Accepted Answer

All of our outdoor living installations are built with Long Island weather in mind. We use freeze-thaw rated materials, stainless steel components that resist corrosion, and proper drainage engineering to prevent water damage. For outdoor kitchens, we recommend winterizing appliances and water lines before the first freeze. Fire features and seating walls are constructed to endure the elements year-round with minimal seasonal maintenance.

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