The days are getting longer, the weather’s picking up (sort of), and it’s starting to feel like summer’s around the corner. That means one thing: BBQ season is nearly here.
There’s nothing quite like spending long afternoons outside with friends, family, and maybe some sunshine if we’re lucky. But before you get too carried away dreaming of burgers on the grill and garden gatherings, now’s the time to get your outdoor space sorted. Garage included!
Doing the prep work now means you’ll have more time to relax and enjoy the summer when it arrives. So here are a few steps to get ahead of the game.
1. Tidy Up the Garden
Start with the basics. Mow the lawn, jetwash the patio, and give the garden a bit of a tidy. It doesn’t have to be a complete makeover, just enough to get it looking fresh again after winter. A couple of hours can make a huge difference, and spring is the perfect time to do it while the weather’s improving (but it’s not too hot!).
2. Sort Out Furniture and Equipment
It’s no secret that garden furniture and BBQ-ing gear tend to skyrocket in price once summer kicks in. If you’ve had your eye on a new parasol or you’ve been thinking about investing in a pizza oven, now’s the time to do it, before everything sells out or doubles in price.
3. Clear Some Space
With the garden getting more use, your garage becomes a really useful extension of your home. It’s the perfect place to store outdoor furniture, the BBQ, and keep tools handy. A good clear-out now will help free up space and make your summer much easier to manage.
4. Upgrade Your Garage Door
Once your garden’s looking good, you might start to notice how much your garage door stands out (and not in a good way!). An old up-and-over door can let the whole look of your home down.
That’s where a Garolla roller garage door comes in. It opens vertically, giving you up to 25% more usable space, and it’s insulated, helping to keep the garage comfortable if you’re using it as a workshop, home gym, or just somewhere to relax in summer.
Better yet, Garolla doors come in a wide range of colours. Whether you like the classics like White or Cream, or want something a little bolder like Fir Green or Black Cherry, there’s something to suit every style. You can even preview your perfect match using our online garage door builder and get a price in less than a minute.
White comes as standard, with colour upgrades available for just £100.
5. Make the Most of the Spring Bank Holidays
We recently heard someone say they got all their garden jobs done over the April and May bank holidays, and it felt like “time travel”, which meant everything was sorted before summer even began. That way, when the warm weather arrived, they could enjoy every bit of it without a long to-do list hanging over them.
So, if you’re thinking of giving your outdoor space a bit of attention, now’s the perfect time. And if a new garage door is part of the plan, why not book a free survey with Garolla to get things moving?