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Patio Enclosures - Montgomery
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Serving Shorter, AL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1966

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had my condo's balcony enclosure replaced with screens, double glass windows and doors, venetian blinds and flooring, Andrew Mulichak was the design consultant I worked with. He was terrific. He was thorough in explainig my options, helpful in filling out papers for my orders and for financing, He was fun to work with and I recommend calling him if you want a new sunroom or enclosure. I had some installation glitches but the company was good at fixing the problems. I love my new enclosure and I'm glad I hired Patio Enclosures."
Solarium
Solarium
Solarium
Solarium
Solarium

+39

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hammons Stone Work
5.0(
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Serving Shorter, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Kinsley and his team did the best work! Their attitudes and professionalism went above and beyond. They turned my back patio into a work of art. If y’all want some dependable folks , call these guys !"
Flagstone patio
Flagstone patio
Flagstone patio
Flagstone patio
Stack rock & front steps

+10

Response time8 hrs
Response rate89%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Drivehard Contractors LLC
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Serving Shorter, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"After meeting with Drive Hard Contractors, LLC the job changed from concrete repair to home wood repair and painting & power washing brick facing. Cost was very reasonable and the work was pristine! The workers were very conscientious and friendly. Such care was taken to seal and nail that you would think it was their own property ! My home looks like it was just built."
Roofing Project
Painting - Interior Project
Roofing Project
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+28

Response time5 days
Response rate97%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Foundation Repairs & Home Improvements Inc
4.6(
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Serving Shorter, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Probably could have said my house was about to collapse and sold me an expensive fix. Instead, told me to wait until the drought causing the ground to shrink over, and the foundation would probably start to close again. Which it did. Strait shooters. I'd trust their advice."
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+20

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Patios questions, answered by experts

The cost to screen in a porch depends on whether you are adding screens to an existing structure or building a new one from scratch. Adding screens to an existing porch costs about $5 to $7 per square foot, with a national average cost of around $2,800. For example, screening a 12-by-12-foot (144-square-foot) porch would likely cost between $700 and $1,000. If you are building a new screened-in porch, the cost is substantially higher. A new 12-by-12-foot screened-in porch can cost between $6,400 and $18,300, while a new 14-by-16-foot one averages around $11,000. The final price will vary based on the size of the porch, labor costs, and the materials you choose.

Yes, it can be worth screening a porch if you live in an area with beautiful weather, since it allows you to enjoy your outdoor space longer in the spring and summer. The additional protected space may even attract more prospective buyers if you intend to sell—especially if you add seasonal features, like a ceiling fan for summer or a heater to winterize your screened porch.

With proper maintenance, the average life span of a screened-in porch is six to eight years for the screens themselves, but the foundation and structure can last for 50 to 100 years. To keep your screened-in porch in good shape, clean your porch screens regularly, patch holes, re-seal the wood as needed, and address any foundational issues right away.

Your maintenance needs revolve around the type of foundation you choose, as well as how you furnish or decorate it. Patios require little else other than the occasional hose-down, but decks and other wooden structures will require annual power washing and sealing. You may also need to restain the wood every two to three years.

Adding a solid roof rather than building a pergola or leaving the space open will make maintenance much easier. Without a roof, you will need to spend more time sweeping, washing, and covering your furniture to protect it from UV bleaching.

If you have multiple rooms that could use some organization, home storage solutions like cubbies in your mudroom or built-in shelving can help you move clutter off the floor. Take it one step further by pairing shelves and cabinets with personalized aesthetic touches like woven or canvas lined metal baskets to add another organizational element.

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