5 Backyard Ideas that Will Help You Spruce Up Your Backyard For the Summer

Summer is right around the corner and that means much longer days and more time spent outside! It’s the perfect time of year to add hanging lights or install that garden you’ve always dreamed of. Preparing for a summer spent outdoors? We have five backyard ideas to spruce up your space for the summer.

Backyard Ideas for Summer

1. Plant an Herb or Vegetable Garden

With warmer temperatures comes delicious summer vegetables. Consider making your own little herb or vegetable garden in your backyard and enjoy juicy tomatoes, cucumbers, and fresh basil all summer long. This is one of many home improvement backyard ideas to consider this summer. 

2. Repair your Deck

Is the wood on your deck chipping? Does your deck need to be re-stained? Consider repairing your deck this summer. It’s the perfect time of year to enjoy long summer evenings with family on your back deck. 

3. Add a Pergola and Hanging Lights

Pergola’s with hanging lights not only look beautiful but they also provide a relaxing zen area in your own backyard. This summer may be the perfect summer to have a pergola installed. Don’t forget to string lights across your pergola, this looks beautiful at night! 

4. Install a Hot Tub

There is nothing better than spending cooler nights during the summer in a hot tub in your own backyard. Adding a hot tub will be the perfect addition to your home this year. 

5. Build an Outdoor Kitchen

Eating dinner outside is one thing, but have you considered cooking outside? Summer evenings are perfect for cooking outside with family around. Consider building an outdoor kitchen this summer so you can enjoy all your summer meals outside. 

If you are ready to jump on, one or three of these backyard ideas, then request a quote or call us at Handyman Connection of Charleston. We are happy to help you hang lights across your pergola or build you a beautiful outdoor kitchen. Our trained professionals have the expertise to help you spruce up your backyard this summer.