Need a summer project? Check out some of these simple improvements for your back yard!

1. Backyard Building Projects for Utah Homeowners
One of the many joys that Utah homeowners have found is exploring their creativity and craftsmanship
with simple summertime construction projects and do-it-yourself home improvements. These people
think of their back yard, porch, or even their small deck as a blank canvas on which they can create their
own works of art.
But getting the creative juices flowing can be difficult at times, and may require a little boost from the
pros. Utah construction companies suggest some of the following simple home Utah construction
projects that can be used to spark other ideas in homeowners.
Tables
Or, if the homeowner wishes, these ideas can be implemented in their own back yards as is. A few DIY
construction ideas for the back yard include crafting outside tables from old whisky barrels. To do this,
simply cut the reusable whiskey barrels in half and install a table top of your choice—a piece of rounded
glass will serve wonderfully, but use what table top material you wish.
Tree House
Another idea for backyards in Utah would be to
build a simple tree house with the kids. Tree
houses may seem like a massive project, and
with the help of a Utah construction company
they could be, but in reality a tree house does
not need to be a time consuming or intricate
project.
In fact, the kids will still love it if the “tree
house” is simply a flat deck raised four to five
feet off the ground around a backyard tree.
Simply install brace supports to the tree with a
flat deck on top or even supports running down
to the ground if easier.
Flower Beds
Another simple improvement to the property may be to make a raised flower bed or standing plant
holder by simply installing legs to a pre-made window box. These widow boxes can be purchased at
almost any home or garden store and can be simply transformed into a free standing raised garden box
with the addition of legs or other form of base.

2. Backyard Lighting
If a homeowner is feeling particularly ambitious, they may
want to dabble with the lights and lighting of the back yard,
front porch, or outside deck. Cheap mason jars and candles,
Christmas lights, and easy to build wine glass lanterns can be
installed around a patio to make summer evenings sparkle.
But a homeowner should be sure to consult with professional
electricians and construction workers before delving too deep
into the electric system of the home. Real danger lies lurking
when amateurs tamper with electricity in a home, so be sure
to do some homework and always talk with the pros before
undertaking an electrical project.
Gazebo and Fire Pit
Another more ambitious outside project for Utah homeowners may
be to build a simple gazebo in their backyard. As stated, this is a
more ambitious project, but it is still relatively simple so long as a
person has the right tools and a basic blueprint.
The addition of a gazebo, possible around a small fire ring or
outdoor table, will greatly add to the usefulness of the backyard.
These and other simple to more complicated home improvement
projects can be undertaken this summer by Utah homeowners to
improve the functionality, appearance, and usefulness of their own
backyards.
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