Central PA Homeowners Are Locking In Outdoor Projects Months Before Summer
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 late spring, when contractor schedules become heavily booked and 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 outdoor living spaces several months in advance to ensure their projects are finished and ready before summer arrives.
“More homeowners are reaching out in January and early February instead of holding off until April or May,” said Marcus Waldner, founder of A Plus Landscaping. “If a family wants a pool or patio ready by the Fourth of July, waiting until spring to start the planning process simply is not an option.”
Holiday Gatherings Inspire Backyard Upgrades
A significant share of those early inquiries come from homeowners who hosted family during the holiday season and came away wanting more of that time spent together at home.
“Families had everyone together for Thanksgiving or Christmas – kids, grandkids, relatives from out of town – and it reminded them how much they value those moments,” Waldner said. “Then they walk out to their backyard and realize that if they had a pool or an outdoor patio space, their family would want to come back all summer long. Without it, there is nothing out there drawing people together.“
Many households recognized over the holidays that their families have grown and that a dedicated outdoor space could keep everyone connected well beyond a single weekend in December. The goal is to create an environment that brings loved ones back together consistently throughout the warmer months.
Project Timelines and Seasonal Scheduling
Outdoor construction projects involve several stages before any physical work begins on a property. Homeowners must allow time to finalize designs, choose materials, and work through the permitting process. Projects featuring custom pools or paver patios require careful coordination across excavation, installation, and finishing phases.
Beginning the planning process during winter gives families the opportunity to move through each design step without the pressure that comes with peak season demand. They can evaluate layout options, ask detailed questions about materials, and request adjustments before construction is underway. Contractors also tend to have greater availability for consultations during slower months, which allows for more thorough attention to each project and fewer decisions made under time constraints.
Homeowners who delay until spring often encounter contractor backlogs and face project timelines ranging from 8 to 12 weeks, which can push the completion date into late summer or early fall. Families who begin planning in January or February are far more likely to secure a summer completion date and avoid missing the very season they had in mind when they started the process.
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. Learn more.
Contact Information
A Plus Landscaping
Address: 85 Creamery Rd, Reinholds, PA 17569
Phone: (717) 335-1690
Email: info@apluslandscaping.com
Contact Information:
A Plus Landscaping
85 Creamery Rd
Reinholds
Reinholds, Philadelphia 17569
United States
Joe Esh
+1-717-335-1690
https://apluslandscaping.com
