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Outdoor Kitchen

There's something dreamy about cozying up to a table under the
trees and digging into a meal you've cooked under the open
sky.But before you give in to the call of a backyard cucina,

consider your climate and neighborhood.While 71% ROI is good,
that's a number that includes homes from sunny Tucson to frigid
Fargo. The more you can use the outdoor kitchen, the better your

ROI will be.If your neighbors prefer a simple backyard grill and
plastic lawn chairs, your ROI may not be so great.

How to add even more money to your love: Stick to a built-in
charcoal or gas grill and skip the cooktop to avoid running
electricity. Use inexpensive string lights from the wall outlet
on your home's exterior to illuminate the space.

Also, situate the outdoor kitchen near the back door, and

you can use the plumbing inside rather than paying extra for
an outdoor sink.

Do It For: Love and Money (depending on where you live)

Estimated Cost for a Pro Job: $14,000
ROI: 71%