Try 2: What is an average outdoor cooking center cost?
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David Kubly
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We have an existing high end grill, vertical smoker, propane dry fryer and stainless steel prep cabinet. Is it practical to have these Incorporated into a custom cooking center or would it be best to replace them with built-in versions?
Are there substantial differences in using fully finished sections as compared to prefabricated frames or hand built metal stud based construction?
What is a reasonable amount to budget for the different options assuming that the base patio area already exists?
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Why do built in's if you already have these things . I would build a nice cover over the existing patio, install some weatherproof cabinets and save some money for an indoor/outdoor TV to watch the game !
There are many tutorials available for the do it yourself er... go for it. Why use steel? Pressure treated wood hats covered by an outdoor cabinet is more than adequate for less $$. Ck hometalk, Pinterest and indestructible for ideas.
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It's almost impossible for us to give you a budget for a lot of reasons. One reason is that there are so many choices available and we have no idea what your like or how large this area will be. We also have no idea of your income level - not that we want to know, but it will make a difference. A person who makes $65K a year will probably make a different choice that a person who makes $300K a year. A person who lives in a $200K house will probably make a different choice than a person who lives in a $700 house, ya know? And that doesn't even factor in location. That would make a difference too.
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Where I live, that would be a $25k - $50k (or more), custom patio kitchen depending on finishes, running gas, electric and water lines. Great for resale if the neighborhood and comps support it. If you want it for you, and have money to build - go for it! Being in So CA I use my backyard daily and grill or cook in some fashion all year round. People come to visit you and your family - not your fancy stuff. Good food helps, but not necessary. My suggestion would be to keep and use your current appliances and plan a backyard kitchen reno when those appliances run their lifespan. Spend the money for now on quality food and beverages until time for the backyard makeover.
Here are some cool DIY options from fellow HOmetalkers http://www.hometalk.com/categories/outdoor-living/outdoor-cooking