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Everyone loves a nice refreshing beverage after a long day of work and for many people, that refreshing beverage is a nice cold beer. Some people have taken such an interest in their beer that they have thought to try their hand at crafting their own unique brew. Locally brewed craft beers offer amazing flavor and taste that can’t be beat by the big name brands found in grocery stores. Craft beer is quickly becoming more popular and accessible than ever before, and this recent trend is helping beer drinkers all over have access to the things they need to brew beer inside the kitchens, garages or basements. There are those people out there who enjoy brewing their own beer so much that they have even decided to build a small home brewing facility out of an old shed or an unused space of land. It’s a fun and easy project that’s perfect for summer; they simply start from the ground up and build their very own backyard brewery.

This will help guide you through the basics of what you need to do in order to build your own backyard brewery from the ground up.

Construction needs:

• Foundation
  • Getting the help of a professional is a good idea here, they will help you slope the foundation perfectly into a drain system. Don’t forget to remove any slab/foundation you need to run utilities into the building
• Framing
  • Sometimes this can be done on your own, sometimes you may require handyman or carpentry services for a bit of help
• Siding/roofing
  • Once you get your framing squared away it will be time to put some walls and a roof up on the exterior of your structure
• Windows/Doors
  • You don’t want to be brewing in a cave! Let some of that beautiful sunlight in. The windows will let you know when the sun goes down, since the hours will be flying by while you brew.
• Electrical/gas
  • This is another critical aspect of your backyard brewery and can make or break your entire project, make sure to get it done right. Electrical can be tedious, not to mention dangerous work, if you are unqualified to install the electrical work, please get in touch with someone who specializes in electrical services
• Plumbing
  • This facet of your homebrew system is absolutely crucial, if you have any doubts about your abilities as a DIY plumber, make sure to call professional plumbing services who can get the job done right
• Insulation
  • You will most likely be spending a lot of time in your new favorite place and you don’t want to freeze during winter! Check out your local home improvement store for the their advice
• Drywall
  • Drywall is often one of the most overlooked parts of any project, it can be extremely difficult to work with, so be sure to get the help of some experienced friends or a contractor
• Painting
  • Painting is often one of the last big projects that will help you complete your homebrew area, so consider this the homestretch! Once you are done with painting you can start enjoying all of that beautiful beer you have been brewing, because let’s not kid around here, we know that as soon as you were able you started brewing before construction was complete!

There you have it, everything you need to get your own backyard brewery up and running. These quick and easy steps will help you get started on an exciting new outdoor home renovation project for summer. A home brewery is a great way to take advantage of empty space in your yard, transforming unused potential into a well-designed and functional add-on. Not only is this a great way to add long-term value to your current property, but also a fun and exciting way to get firsthand experience in the world of hops and home brewing. Impress friends and family this summer by inviting them over for a backyard barbeque complete with your own home-brewed craft beer. For everything you need to actually brew your beer, check out Brew Hardware, or Bargain Fittings. There you’ll find all the products and tools necessary for even the most inexperienced novice to get started brewing craft beers and ales like a seasoned professional. Have a blast building your ultimate backyard brewery this summer and don’t forget that half the fun is in the journey!