We got rid of our deck and replaced it with a patio. It saved us over $30,000 and helped us optimize our outdoor space.

Replacing our wood deck with a stone patio helped us optimize and upgrade our outdoor space while saving money on renovations. It was worth it.

Source: [Business Insider](https://www.businessinsider.com/got-patio-instead-of-deck-worth-it-saved-money-photos-2026-9)