"We were extremely pleased with the quality work that Southern Appeal Landscape performed. They were extremely dependable, hardworking and easy to contact. I highly recommend their workmanship and quality."
"Mr Shane and his team did an amazing job on my back yard patio, sod install and addition to my driveway! They completed the job per the date they provided, they were very neat and clean. I would highly recommend and use this company again."
"This was an amazing experience..the work they performed on my pergola and cement patio exceeded my expectations. Ryan and his team were very professional and their expertise was obvious. I will be using them for some other projects I have and only them. If you're looking to have work done I would definitely go there and let Ryan meet the needs. Again an amazing experience look forward to them doing more work for me."
"Ron extended our patio for us. The slab he poured even included a footing. Very fair priced, great workmanship, and all around very nice gentleman to do business with. I will definitely hire him again. Great job!"
"We debated for years in getting a patio cover installed, but something always prevented it. This year we decided it was a must after removing several trees. We contacted numerous business only to be disappointed in each and leery of a couple. We gave up, but decided to try one more and that was Titan, and are we glad we did. This company is the tops. They immediately provided a clear estimate, providing details of how everything would be done and the materials that would be used. They explained the quality of their product, and I can attest, it is better than I expected and a very quality product. I would select them again and again, without doubt. I was comfortable throughout the installation and their team was very professional, and kept their work environment clean. They answered every question I had before, during and after the installation. They have followed up more than once to ensure my happiness. You can't go wrong."
"Their stone/brick masonry work was fantastic.The personnel are real pros in their craft and it shows in their finished products--in my case a large circular driveway replacement with brick borders and sectional dividers, and side and back yard patios with stone pavers covering the 18 yr old concrete."
"Creative Scape did a tremendous job. The gentleman who installed my brick pavers for a platform in the front and back of my deck did an excellent job. They also installed a drainage system from my front downspout to the back. They were very professional and very courteous. They also laid sod and transformed my yard into a beautiful area. I want to thank Ken from Creative Scape and the guy who did the work. A big thank you, and I will use them again."
"They were very knowledgeable and professional. The gentlemen did an excellent job on our patio and if we ever need more concrete work, they will be the first weâ ll call!"
Several types of porches are available to meet your needs and style preferences. Some common porch types include:
Porticos are essentially a roof over a walkway leading to the home's front entrance.
Sunrooms are closed-in porches that are an extension of the house with glass or plastic panels that allow optimal sunlight.
Wraparound porches extend around the entire home, or at least the front and one side, and offer multiple entrances to the house.
Back porches are an extension of the home’s floor into the outdoors. These offer more protection and privacy than a deck.
You can start your search for a reputable patio company by finding providers in your area with positive ratings online and few, if any, complaints filed with the Better Business Bureau (BBB). Once you narrow down your search, contact the companies and ask for examples of their past work, as well as a list of references. The examples will show you the quality of the work you can expect and how professional the finished product will be, and contacting previous customers will give you an idea of the service you can expect throughout the process.
Yes, a screened-in porch will increase your property taxes because it has a foundation and is considered a permanent improvement to your land. The exact amount your taxes will go up depends on the value of your existing home, the value added by the screened-in porch, the size of the structure, your location, and more.
If you’re trying to decide between a sunroom and a screened-in porch, the right choice will depend on your priorities. A screened-in porch costs only a fraction of the price of a sunroom, but in exchange, it has much more limited use. A sunroom will add more value to your home, but at a much higher up-front cost and longer construction timeline.
Yes, porches require foundations. The type of foundation required, however, is determined by the type and use of the porch. For example, a screened-in porch won’t require a new cement foundation. However, if you turn your porch into a sunroom or plan on making it a living space, then chances are you need a foundation that’s more permanent than piers and posts.
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