Add Space By Turning Your Deck Into A Sunroom!

Do you love being outside, soaking up sunshine and nature's views, but can't use your deck or patio for half the year because of cold, rainy or snowy weather? There's an alternative you should consider if you want to spend time on your deck or patio regardless of the season or the climate where you live. Turn your deck into a sunroom!

Utilize the space beneath a raised deck

Do you have a raised deck that extends over your yard? The area beneath the deck can be the perfect place to enclose for the sake of creating an all-season room. Or close in the deck itself and create a perfect "tree house" overlooking nature. Either way, you already have a large part of the structure finished as it currently is. Plus, there's already easy access to the are, since a back wall and door are currently in place, making for a somewhat quick and easy building project.

Evaluate the strength of the structure

Have a professional contractor check the structural integrity of the deck to ensure you will not run into any significant issues. You'll probably also need to check with your town's building department to make sure your project won't be against any building codes or create a wetlands violation.

Call in a professional

For a more complex sunroom, consider calling a professional. Hiring someone to complete the work on your behalf can ensure all the details are taken care of, especially if you anticipate needing roofing, drywalling, flooring, electrical detailing or plumbing. Just keep in mind that the price of these services will vary depending on the square footage involved in the project.

Or make use of a sunroom kit

A sunroom kit can be an excellent way to create an enclosed space on a DIY budget. These kits usually range anywhere from $5,000 to $30,000 each, though the exact price will depend solely on the size of the kit as well as the materials included in it. Sunroom kits are prefabricated and relatively easy to install on your own.

Do you want to a sunroom in your home so you can use the space all year long? Call us today if you don't want to take on the challenge of adding a sunroom, and we'll help you find a new home that comes complete with a finished sunroom!