An outdoor kitchen offers benefits such as enhancing your outdoor living space and taking your backyard gatherings to the next level, but it doesn’t always work in every home. In today’s post, trusted “contractor near me” DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Omaha examines the pros and cons of adding an outdoor kitchen to your home.
Indoor Vs. Outdoor Kitchens
It helps to think of an outdoor kitchen as a complementary kitchen to your main one. The primary difference between the two is that the outdoor kitchen is more exposed to the elements. It could mirror the work areas that you have in your indoor kitchen: a countertop, a sink, perhaps even a refrigerator or chest freezer, in addition to the main cooktop. Alternatively, you can make it suited for outdoor cooking. Most outdoor kitchens have a covered grill or a stone oven as the main cooktop instead of a gas range.
Pros and Cons
The greatest benefit of an outdoor kitchen is it enhances the experience of hosting outdoor gatherings, such as backyard barbecues. Making smoked brisket or any other similarly-prepared meats involve long hours of exposure to heat and smoke, a process that simply isn’t practical in an indoor kitchen, but not a problem in an outdoor kitchen with the right equipment. As a part of a space for entertaining guests, it can add value to your home.
Outdoor kitchens have some qualities that you should weigh before committing to it. One is the choice of materials and appliances: they should be rated to withstand outdoor conditions. There is also the matter of complexity and cost. A moderately-equipped outdoor kitchen will require proper drainage, gas and electrical lines and plumbing. All of these factors will impact the project timeline and overall home remodel cost.
Should You Get an Outdoor Kitchen?
Not all homeowners consider an outdoor kitchen a must-have. However, if outdoor cooking is something more than just a passing hobby — that is, if a portable charcoal grill doesn’t quite provide a fulfilling experience — then an outdoor kitchen may just be what you need.
Let’s Start a Conversation!
Working with an experienced remodeler like DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Omaha can help you weigh the benefits of having an outdoor kitchen. Get started with a no-obligation consultation and an accurate kitchen quote by calling us at (402) 360-9594 or contact us online. We serve communities in Omaha, NE, including Papillon, Millard, La Vista and Elkhorn.
