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Q: Is an enclosed porch considered living space?

• <div><p>An enclosed porch can be considered a living space if it meets certain criteria. For instance, it must be completely enclosed with solid walls and a roof. It should also have a heating and cooling source similar to the rest of the home. Finally, the porch should have direct access to and from the interior of your house.</p></div>

Q: Does a screened-in porch add value to your home?

• <div><p>A screened-in porch can add value to your home, with a potential return on investment (ROI) of 70% to 84%. The actual value added depends heavily on several factors. Climate is a major consideration; homes in warm, humid, or buggy areas (like the Southern regions) see the highest ROI. In colder climates, the value is diminished as the unconditioned space is unusable for much of the year. Other factors that influence the return include the quality of materials and construction, the size of the porch, and the local real estate market. While a screened-in porch can enhance curb appeal and attract potential buyers, it is not included in the home's total square footage for appraisal purposes.</p></div>

Q: Do you need planning permission for a sunroom?

• <div><p>In almost all cases, you will need permits if you plan on building a sunroom over your patio, but regulations and requirements will depend on your municipality. Permits to enclose your patio will usually cost between<b> $300 and $1,000</b>. Since navigating local building codes and zoning requirements is challenging&mdash;and the consequences of not following them can be extremely expensive&mdash;we strongly recommend hiring a sunroom builder to complete the work and pull the permits for you.</p></div>

Q: What is the cheapest way to enclose a patio for winter?

• <div><p>Creating a screen room is one of the most cost-effective ways to enclose a patio so you can still use it in the winter. Most screen rooms aren&rsquo;t insulated, so you&rsquo;ll need to wrap up warm or use patio heaters in winter. Also, be aware they might not hold up well if you live in a location where heavy snow is common.</p><p> </p></div>

Q: How do pros align new enclosures with existing home designs?

• <div><p>By tailoring materials and colors to match architectural styles.</p></div>

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Last update on August 21, 2025

Reviewed in August 2025
Yes, they did a very thorough job cleaning my sidewalk driveway and patio and front porch
Door to Door Pressure Washing, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2024
They were great! Was able to enclose porch and add a door and finish converting garage into a library space. He made suggestions based on what I wanted to stay within budget and look good! He also brought lunch for me everyday! I will use him and his crew for all my projects
Andrew Muncey's Repair and Remodel, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2024
Great service. Prompt and professional. Fair price with quality work. Reworked stucco and added small patio at our church building. We will use them exclusively.
Red Clover Concrete Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in March 2024
Mike and his crew were a pleasure to work with. They were very professional, friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure the process went smooth as possible and that our covered patio turned out exactly how we wanted it. They were very knowledgeable and paid close attention to detail to ensure...
Cahaba Building Group
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Reviewed in October 2023
Rapid built my privacy fence. The customer service and quality was excellent. I used them again to cover my back patio. The job included roofing, electrical, framing, and painting. I could not have had a better customer experience. I would recommend Rapid Restoration for any home project!
Rapid Restoration and Construction LLC
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Reviewed in February 2023
Great,they even worked in the rain to finish the fence.
The Choice Group
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Reviewed in May 2019
JOSE is prompt and polite done a fantastic job on my parking pad and basement area driveway with patio, I highly recommend him
We Build It Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2017
Oney gave me an estimate and let me know what needed to be done to complete our full asphalt drive installation. He and his crew were knowledgeable, courteous, and professional. He even patched a couple of potholes in a shared dirt driveway that wasn't part of the quote. The new driveway...
MC Paving, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2014
Andy visited my property and spent about an hour with me discussing options for my landscaping. He looked at several existing retaining walls, and discussed with me how to install french drain systems, how to create a flagstone patio, and how to build a new retaining wall. He also discussed...
Portera Landscape Design
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Reviewed in October 2012
Hewitt Concrete did a great job. Norman took the time to <br /> listen and understand exactly what I wanted done. He then described how <br /> the job would be performed and took his measurements. His pricing was <br /> very fair. He realized that I was concerned about possible damage to...
Hewitt Concrete Inc
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HDR Landscape

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Serving Dora, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hunter reviewed our plans and made some additional recommendations. We still owned the process and he did his best to create our vision out of hardscape material. He was prompt to come out and gave a very detailed estimate, breaking down materials and service. There was no doubt what was included in the quote. There were other firms that quoted the project at a lower price that did not get the job because their quote was too ambiguous. When it came to the installation, they were prompt, detailed and clean. Within three days they were complete. At the end of each workday the cleaned up and left the site presentable. We received great value and great service. We are delighted with HDR Landscaping’s work and highly recommend them"

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Martinez Construction and Masonry

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Serving Dora, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very knowledgeable. Very professional. I highly recommend them for anyone needing masonry work."

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Recommended by58%of homeowners

Serving Dora, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Poured an extra parking pad for us. Most importantly, on time and responsive in communication. He worked with me on my requests. Happy with the result."

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OX Foundation Solutions

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Serving Dora, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They treat you like you are family!"

Response time1 day

Recommended by97%of homeowners

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Landscape Additions of Central Alabama, LLC

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Serving Dora, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

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"Landscape Additions has done several landscape projects for us. Jimmy spent the time to help me get exactly what I had visioned. He took me to the nursery and helped me hand pick all the plants for my backyard land scraping project. Jimmy and his crew are very professional, showing up on time and completing the job with no stress. Landscape Additions will do the same for you!"

Response time4 hrs

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AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialists

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Serving Dora, AL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did both foundation and basement drainage work for us. Very reliable and works great!"

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Recommended by86%of homeowners

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Alabama Professional Services, Inc.

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Serving Dora, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"One complaint. The clean up was not very good. I had to ask that they remove large pieces of concrete that were in flower beds. Also, the new concrete looks messy and I canâ t remove the grate for clean out"

Response time1 day

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Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Cantey Foundation Specialist

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Serving Dora, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a terrific job of solving a long-term drainage problem."

+37

Response time2 days

62 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by84%of homeowners

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I Green Solutions Inc

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Serving Dora, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We at iGreen Solutions Inc. pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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Alabama Vintage Sales & Service Advisors

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Serving Dora, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They're hard to get hold of sometimes due to their scheduling, but will work hard to do a great job."

Response time2 days

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Patios questions, answered by experts

An enclosed porch can be considered a living space if it meets certain criteria. For instance, it must be completely enclosed with solid walls and a roof. It should also have a heating and cooling source similar to the rest of the home. Finally, the porch should have direct access to and from the interior of your house.

A screened-in porch can add value to your home, with a potential return on investment (ROI) of 70% to 84%. The actual value added depends heavily on several factors. Climate is a major consideration; homes in warm, humid, or buggy areas (like the Southern regions) see the highest ROI. In colder climates, the value is diminished as the unconditioned space is unusable for much of the year. Other factors that influence the return include the quality of materials and construction, the size of the porch, and the local real estate market. While a screened-in porch can enhance curb appeal and attract potential buyers, it is not included in the home's total square footage for appraisal purposes.

In almost all cases, you will need permits if you plan on building a sunroom over your patio, but regulations and requirements will depend on your municipality. Permits to enclose your patio will usually cost between $300 and $1,000. Since navigating local building codes and zoning requirements is challenging—and the consequences of not following them can be extremely expensive—we strongly recommend hiring a sunroom builder to complete the work and pull the permits for you.

Creating a screen room is one of the most cost-effective ways to enclose a patio so you can still use it in the winter. Most screen rooms aren’t insulated, so you’ll need to wrap up warm or use patio heaters in winter. Also, be aware they might not hold up well if you live in a location where heavy snow is common.

By tailoring materials and colors to match architectural styles.

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