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—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.</p></div>

How long do screened-in porches last?

• <div><p>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, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-porch-screens.htm">clean your porch screens</a> regularly, patch holes, re-seal the wood as needed, and address any foundational issues right away.</p></div>

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Q: How long does a sunroom last?

• <div><p>A well-constructed and well-maintained sunroom can last as long as the rest of your house. If you build the sunroom to the same standards using the same quality materials as the house and perform regular maintenance to ensure the room stays in top condition, it can bring you decades of enjoyment.</p></div>

Q: What are the disadvantages of a screened-in porch?

• <div><p>A screened-in porch requires maintenance to keep the screens clean and in good shape, and you may have to do some screen repair or replacement from time to time. A screen porch isn&rsquo;t an all-season porch, so the weather can get in, including wind and rain.</p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to winterize a screened porch?

• <div><p>The cost of winterizing a screened porch can vary depending on the chosen method and the extent of the modifications required. Simple options like installing vinyl panels or using vinyl sheeting tend to be more affordable, while creating a four season room can involve higher costs due to renovation expenses. It's best to consult with professionals or obtain multiple quotes to get an accurate estimate for your specific project.</p></div>

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Last update on November 24, 2025

Reviewed in January 2023
They replace the patio sliding door and I felt that they gave me a good price, good quality of service and the installer was very knowledgeable.
Window World of Davenport
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Reviewed in August 2019
Replaced concrete patio. Excellent quality of work. Our yard was very moist so they delayed starting until it dried. Showed a great amount of concern for our total satisfaction. Great communication through out the project. The price was less than others quoted for this project. A great value.
A Squared Construction
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Reviewed in December 2016
Everything went smoothly! We purchased our home in August 2015. The backyard was always wet in an area and wasn't very inviting. Mark came to the house and we discussed different ideas of what we wanted to use the space for. He came up with the perfect design that met all of our wants and needs....
Greenspace Associates
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Reviewed in September 2016
Jake and his team did a fantastic job painting our two-story foyer, kitchen, den, and sunroom. I especially appreciated how careful they were and that he noted mistakes from prior paint jobs. There were a few spots that needed another coat but Jake guarantees his work and he came back to make...
Above and Beyond Painting
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Reviewed in August 2016
If I would've rated Iossi 1.5 years ago when we had four windows replaced, I would've given them an A. Unfortunately, we trusted our experience with this company would repeat itself and it certainly didn't. We ordered the rest of our windows (about 13 and 2 sliding glass doors) plus all new...
Iossi Siding & Windows, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2016
Everything went very well. The workers were extremely polite and always showed up exactly when they said they would. If they didn't show up because of bad weather, we always got a phone call to update us on the schedule and to explain why they weren't working. Our new patio is beautiful, and...
Aunt Rhodie's Nursery
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Reviewed in April 2016
Extremely happy with Suburban. Professionalism and quality of the install was outstanding. Couldn't be happier with the quality of the windows and patio door. It took 3 days with off and on rainy weather. They ran into some problems with the framing of the patio door, but that was due to the...
Suburban Construction Inc
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Reviewed in January 2014
The product is excellent, while the local retailer is up-and-down. On the first occasion, the work took an extremely long time, and the workmanship on the installation was sub-par, especially on the framing. On the second occasion, the work took extremely long again, but the workmanship was...
Pella Windows and Doors
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Reviewed in October 2012
The service was excellent. They did a fabulous job. While they were here, they lifted up my patio and did some leveling below and some stone work. They were courteous, on time, and professional. I was very pleased with the service, and I would recommend them.
Countryman Landscape & Hardscape
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Reviewed in January 2010
Rich and his crew did a great job with our porch, from start to finish. We were actually out of the country during the first week of the project and came home to find the project well underway. His crew graded and poured the patio and porch floors, and had beams and rafters up within a week....
Creative Design & Construction
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Sunrooms and Patios questions, answered by experts

A well-constructed and well-maintained sunroom can last as long as the rest of your house. If you build the sunroom to the same standards using the same quality materials as the house and perform regular maintenance to ensure the room stays in top condition, it can bring you decades of enjoyment.

A screened-in porch requires maintenance to keep the screens clean and in good shape, and you may have to do some screen repair or replacement from time to time. A screen porch isn’t an all-season porch, so the weather can get in, including wind and rain.

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.

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.

The cost of winterizing a screened porch can vary depending on the chosen method and the extent of the modifications required. Simple options like installing vinyl panels or using vinyl sheeting tend to be more affordable, while creating a four season room can involve higher costs due to renovation expenses. It's best to consult with professionals or obtain multiple quotes to get an accurate estimate for your specific project.

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