Families Planning Ahead to Enjoy Outdoor Spaces All Summer

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Central PA Families Are Getting Smarter About When They Start Outdoor Projects

Reinholds, United States – April 9, 2026 / A Plus Landscaping /

Reinholds, PA – Homeowners across Central Pennsylvania are increasingly choosing to book outdoor living projects during winter and early spring rather than waiting until the warmer months, when contractor schedules become overloaded and project completion dates can shift well into fall, according to A Plus Landscaping.

The family-owned design-build contractor has observed a growing number of families reserving custom pools, paver patios, and full outdoor living spaces several months in advance, ensuring their projects are finished and ready to enjoy before the summer season begins.

“More homeowners are reaching out in January and early February rather than holding off until April or May,” said Marcus Waldner, founder of A Plus Landscaping. “If the goal is to have a pool or patio ready by the Fourth of July, spring is simply too late to start the conversation.”

Holiday Gatherings Inspire Backyard Transformations

A notable portion of those early inquiries come from homeowners who hosted family and friends during the holiday season and left with a renewed appreciation for shared time together.

“Families had everyone gathered for Thanksgiving or Christmas – kids, grandkids, the whole group – and that experience reminded them how much they value those moments,” Waldner said. “Afterward, they walk out to their backyard and think, ‘If we had a pool or a patio out here, they would want to come back all summer long. Right now, there is nothing drawing them here.’“

For many households, the holidays served as a reminder of how much their families have grown over the years. The desire to build an outdoor space that brings loved ones together more regularly – not just for a single weekend in December, but consistently throughout the warmer months – has become a primary driver behind early project planning.

Understanding Project Timelines and Seasonal Demand

Outdoor construction projects require several important steps before any physical work can begin on a property. Homeowners must allow time to finalize design plans, select materials, and work through the permitting process. Projects involving custom pools or paver patios also require careful coordination across multiple phases, including excavation, installation, and finishing work.

Planning during the winter months gives families the space to move through the design process without the pressure that comes with peak season demand. Homeowners can review layout options at a comfortable pace, ask detailed questions about materials and finishes, and make adjustments before construction is underway. Contractors also tend to have greater availability for in-depth consultations during the slower winter period, which translates to more personalized attention and more deliberate decision-making throughout the process.

Homeowners who delay their planning until spring often encounter full contractor schedules and project timelines ranging from 8 to 12 weeks, which can push completion dates into late summer or early fall. Families who begin the planning process in January or February are far more likely to secure a summer completion date and make full use of the season they originally envisioned sharing with family and friends.

About A Plus Landscaping

A Plus Landscaping is a family-owned design-build contractor based in Reinholds, PA. The company specializes in custom pools, paver patios, and outdoor living spaces for homeowners throughout Central Pennsylvania. Located at 85 Creamery Rd, Reinholds, PA 17569.