Turnkey Outdoor Living Solutions

Categories: Hardscape, Sponsored

Expert: Builder Specialties, Inc.
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Builder Specialties, Inc. (BSI)
Address: Buckhead Showroom: 761 D Miami Circle , Atlanta, GA 30324 US

Take your backyard to a new level this year. At Builder Specialties, you will find turnkey solutions for outdoor projects, like open-air kitchens—a top request from homeowners. Some projects are DIY-friendly, but others may require the expertise of a professional. BSI guides you from the planning phase through the construction stages, no matter what you want to build or who will do the work.

Planning is the first step in making your dream a reality. Ask yourself not only how you will use the outdoor space, but also how much money and time you’re willing to expend to get the results you seek. Are you qualified and motivated to complete the job yourself? If not, delegating to a professional for certain phases of the job can help keep your project on track and on budget.

You may be able to do the work yourself if you’re planning a simple outdoor kitchen. However, designing a more elaborate kitchen will require the resources of a knowledgeable contractor. If you desire features that require natural gas, water and electricity, it’s best to work an expert’s help into your budget. A contractor understands installation challenges and has the skills to develop and implement a design.

PLANNING PHASE
Visit an Outdoor Design Center—Choose Key Kitchen Appliances

Must Haves:
• Grill

• Storage drawers

• Trash center

Recommended:
• Side burner

• Refrigeration

• Extra storage

• Ventilation for covered area

Optional Extras:
• Sink

• Ice machine

• Pizza oven

• Kegerator

• Warming drawer

• Power burner

• Sear station

• Griddle

• Cooler

Contact the Trades
Mason—make sure you have a proper foundation

Electrician—decide what needs power (fridge, lights, rotisseries, blender)

Plumber—if you want a sink

Heating and A/C Contractor—run the gas line and ventilation for hood

Develop the Design—3D CAD design programs help you visualize the space

UNDER CONSTRUCTION
• Install utility access (stub out)

• Pour concrete pad

• Complete block and rock work

• Run utility lines

• Create a template for and install granite

• Install appliances

• Test and clean

Better Solutions For Your Home

Builder Specialties Inc. (BSI) provides better home solutions in appliances, fireplaces, garage doors, lighting and outdoor products to trade professionals and homeowners. Factory-trained sales professionals provide personal consultative services for lifestyle-product decisions.

As one of the largest distributors in the Southeast, BSI offers competitive pricing and excellent availability with a large inventory maintained in our 150,000+ square-foot distribution center.

BSI’s professional organization involvement includes the National Home Builders Association, National Kitchen & Bath Association and National Association of the Remodeling Industry, as well as community organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, Eagle Ranch and Share Our Strength.

BSI Design Centers are located in Buckhead and in Destin and Panama City, Florida; Sewell Appliance in Sandy Springs and Colonial Lighting in Sugar Hill.

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