Sussex County homeowners are increasing their property value with help from Athenia

New Jersey’s top supplier of hardscape materials is located right here in Sussex County, N.J., and local homeowners have been reaping the benefits since Route 23 Patio first set up shop in 1976. While the masonry supplier has grown significantly and rebranded as Athenia Mason Supply since then, it has maintained the outstanding customer service that can only be found at local, independently owned businesses.

Over the years, Sussex County residents have continued to rely on the pros at Athenia to revamp their backyards using their top-quality materials, all available at big-box pricing -- keeping costs low, and driving up their property values when the projects are completed.

Here are just a few ways Sussex County residents are using Athenia’s outdoor living supplies to add value to their homes:

1. Bringing the kitchen outside

A recent survey of real estate professionals showed that outdoor kitchens were the most in-demand outdoor living feature among homebuyers, greatly outweighing the demand for swimming pools. Studies show that homeowners who add outdoor kitchens can see an ROI of up to 200% when selling their homes.

Athenia offers a wide selection of outdoor kitchen kits, varying in size, stone and shades. And if you don’t have a trusted contractor to get the job done, Athenia’s pros are happy to refer customers to trusted professionals to install kitchens, patios and more.

2. Putting in Patios

Patios expand your outdoor living space, and are likely to drive up a property’s value; homeowners can expect to see a 108% return on investment. Athenia is known for its vast selection of Cambridge Pavingstones with Armortec, a maintenance-free system that keeps your patio looking “like new” forever. Athenia’s vast selection of pavers can be used on more than just patios; they’re great for walkways, pool decks, driveways and more

3. Lighting up fire pits

Athenia offers an array of easy-to-install fire pit kits, with both natural gas and wood burning options. A 2023 report by the National Association of Realtors shows installing the a stone fire pit, homeowners had a “Joy Score” of 9.7 out of 10, resulting in a greater sense of enjoyment at home. The same report also states that homeowners can expect an ROI of nearly 60% on their fire pit investment.

There’s no question that since the pandemic, demand for outdoor living space has skyrocketed. Revamp your yard -- and add value to your home while doing so -- with help from the pros at Athenia Mason Supply in Hamburg, N.J.:

Athenia Mason Supply

69 NJ-23 North, Hamburg, NJ 07419

(973) 875-3287