We all know that good prep is critical to the quality of any paint job. There were areas that flaked off and had to be repainted before the job was finished. And today, September 13, 2013, there are areas that have paint flaking off. While the product might be of high enough quality to withstand the elements for a very long time, insufficient prep work is making the investment worth less than I paid. Also, the sample primer and paint that is offered up as "exhibit A" during the sales pitch is much thicker than the coat of primer and paint that are applied, though greater thickness would still do no good without better prep work. The painter appeared at my house unannounced to start work. I let both Tommy Block and his representative, Corey, know that I needed to know when the painter was coming to that I could provide access to electricity, and when necessary, confine my pets to keep them away from wet paint and painting equipment. The pattern of behavior of the painter and other workmen coming to do work or not coming to do work unannounced was a consistent pattern. There were days when they had no access to electricity, and my dogs were exposed to wet paint. Most of the work, such as enclosing the 10 x 10 shed, building the patio for the small screened in porch, and replacing the front door were done by carpenters out of Tom Sander's Building Mart in West Monroe. In the written proposal, the front porch was to have been built from composite decking. It was built from treated lumber. While it looked very nice initially, the boards shrank within a few weeks. There are significant gaps between the board, wide enough that I am trying to figure out how to keep "critters" out, as was the intention of having a screened in porch. The porch was screened in by Smith Blind and Awning. The materials are common: aluminum kick plates and framing used for inexpensive construction. They seem to have been well assembled. The new front door was framed and installed by carpenters from Tom Sander's Building Mart. It was stained and painted by the painter who painted the house. He did a reasonably good job staining a fiberglass door to make it look wood. The carpenters had a difficult time hanging the door in a non-standard opening; however, the door was cut and pre-framed to fit the opening. While the door generally looks nice, it has been difficult to lock the deadbolt since immediately after the door was installed. Tommy Block "fixed" it once in July, but has not followed up on succeeding requests to fix it. During a recent visit to town, my sister refused to use the front door because she found it too difficult to lock. In addition, the door sweep was damage during the door's installation. Tommy Block saw the damaged door sweep himself in July and said he would have it repaired. It has has not been repaired. During the reconfiguration of the front entrance, walls around doors had to be repainted. Tommy Block expressed dissatisfaction with the texture of the walls where old framing had been. He said the ridges left behind needed to be scraped and sanded to match the adjoining wall. There has been no follow up. The framing where an old door was removed has old hinges that need to be removed and old dead bolt holes that need to be filled in and painted over. Mr. Block insisted that needed to be done and that he would sent the carpenters. That was mid-July. It is mid-September. I have also repeatedly asked for a hard copy of the 'permanent paint" warranty. It, apparently, has been in Mr. Block's truck for many months. The employees working for Mr. Block were all extremely courteous. Mr. Block and Corey oozed conviction that everything was going to be done to my satisfaction. So, does the house look better than it did? Yes.Does the paint generally look good? Yes. Do I have the screened in patio and closed in shed that I wanted before all this began? Yes. Would I spend the money on "permanent" paint if I knew then what I know now? I seriously doubt it. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/la/west-monroe/block%27s-permanent-coating-reviews-5567194.htm"},"position":4},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"All Plumbing 24/7 Inc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"LA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Jeremy S."},"reviewBody":"I called to receive an estimate (which they charge for) on having a gas line installed to the kitchen and to the back patio for our grill. They were timely, coming that same afternoon. However, after reviewing/inspecting the areas involved, I was told they had to go outside (in 100 degree weather) to work up the quote. After 15+ mins; one of the men brought me a quote that was THREE TIMES higher than the average of the other two quotes I had already received. I can only assume this was their way of telling me they didn't want my business. No problem guys, I got the message loud and clear."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/la/monroe/all-plumbing-247-inc-reviews-2295905.htm"},"position":5},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Strahan Roofing LLC","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"LA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Eileen K."},"reviewBody":"Mr. Strahan responded to my request for an estimate promptly. He spent time on the roof and confirmed we had hail damage. He gave us several options for repair or replacement. He explained what he would do for a replacement and showed us the materials he would use. I knew he was using the proper materials from roofing research I did before his visit so I was encouraged. He provided a written estimate to give to our insurance company. After confirmation from the insurance company we signed a contract with Strahan Roofing to do the work.The materials were delivered by the work crew promptly on the day they started the roof. They put tarps around the house to catch any debris and had a trailer to load the old shingles onto. The crew did one side of the roof the first day and made sure enough was done so that there would be no problems if we had an evening rain. The second day they finished the second side of the roof, completely cleaned around the house, picked up any nails that fell with a magnetic strip, swept the garage where the material were stored, the driveway, and the patio and moved the patio furniture back. Mr. Strahan visited that evening and inspected the job. He asked if we were happy with the job. Then he asked for payment. We paid nothing prior to the work being done. My husband and I are very pleased with the job and the professional way that Mr. Strahan and his crew comported themselves. We have the nicest roof on the block! We would highly recommend Strahan Roofing. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/la/west-monroe/strahan-roofing-llc-reviews-5659623.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Leland Hamm Foundation & Construction","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"LA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"CS M."},"reviewBody":"Mr. Hamm and his crew provided us with a high quality repair of the foundation on our enclosed sunroom on the back of our house- which appears to have shifted on the foundation due to multiple issues: 1. it was added as an afterthought and built on top of brick pavers instead of an actual true foundation, 2. multiple 113+ degree days and 3. lack of rainfall this past summer. After receiving a quote from another local company that indicated we needed $16,000 worth of repairs, we hired a structural engineer to assess our home's foundation. The structural engineer was actually the person who recommended the specific type of structural supports that our house needed based on the fact that our house was basically built on swampland and the engineer recommended Mr. Hamm since he was qualified to install the type of system we needed. Mr. Hamm's repair provided us with a better underpinning system at a more reasonable cost ($5000). The only delays we encountered were due entirely to weather and the ground being too soggy to work in our backyard. He has a small crew that has worked with him for many years (10+ for both I think). His crew worked extremely hard and paid close attention to details- including trying to minimize damage to the yard/grass. All of the residual soil was removed and the crew even remained behind to help my husband put the gate back up that we had taken down to give them better access to the yard. We had to lose some of the bushes in order to make the repair but they would have had to be removed regardless of whoever performed the repair since they were up against that section of the house (& were planted too close to the house by the previous owner anyway). We are naturally hopeful that we won't have to have any additional foundation problems with our home so we hope this is the only repair we will need to call on him to perform. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Mr. Hamm to anyone in this area who needs quality foundation work done. We would also strongly encourage anyone with foundation problems to spend the $500 cost for a structural engineer up front- it was obviously worth the cost for us."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/la/west-monroe/leland-hamm-foundation-and-construction-reviews-5567456.htm"},"position":7}]}
Sunroom And Patio Service reviews from real Angi homeowners in Grayson, LA
The best project that I could have made(Patio cover), Northeast Siding and the building was awesome, Came out and we discuss the plan that I was looking for, Gave Ideals and suggestions to give me the best option available. I will continue to used them for future projects. Great and...
I called to receive an estimate (which they charge for) on having a gas line installed to the kitchen and to the back patio for our grill. They were timely, coming that same afternoon. However, after reviewing/inspecting the areas involved, I was told they had to go outside (in 100 degree...
Eileen K.
5.0
05/2012
Mr. Strahan responded to my request for an estimate promptly. He spent time on the roof and confirmed we had hail damage. He gave us several options for repair or replacement. He explained what he would do for a replacement and showed us the materials he would use. I knew he was using the...
Cs M.
5.0
04/2012
Mr. Hamm and his crew provided us with a high quality repair of the foundation on our enclosed sunroom on the back of our house- which appears to have shifted on the foundation due to multiple issues: 1. it was added as an afterthought and built on top of brick pavers instead of an actual...
Inspiration to Installation: Remodels in as Little as One Day FREE Estimates. We Provide Quality Bathroom Remodeling to Enhance Style and Functionality Tubbs by Grubbs has been providing comprehensive bathroom remodeling services for residential customers for over 10 years. Get the style, functionality, and quality you deserve out of your bathroom with our expert bathroom remodeling services, including replacement bathtubs, replacement showers, tub/shower conversions, and walk-in tubs. We also carry a full line of bathroom accessories. We offer military and senior discounts and free estimates
"I called in requested a recaulk on my shower they installed back in 2016. Office was very friendly and quick to get me a service ticket out to the repair man! They had him out two days later!! He did a great job and was very friendly! I’ve had no issues with my shower and i love it! And incredibly Thankyou they offer upkeep service like the recaulking to keep it looking beautiful!!!"
Charm B on May 2025
Inspiration to Installation: Remodels in as Little as One Day FREE Estimates. We Provide Quality Bathroom Remodeling to Enhance Style and Functionality Tubbs by Grubbs has been providing comprehensive bathroom remodeling services for residential customers for over 10 years. Get the style, functionality, and quality you deserve out of your bathroom with our expert bathroom remodeling services, including replacement bathtubs, replacement showers, tub/shower conversions, and walk-in tubs. We also carry a full line of bathroom accessories. We offer military and senior discounts and free estimates
"I called in requested a recaulk on my shower they installed back in 2016. Office was very friendly and quick to get me a service ticket out to the repair man! They had him out two days later!! He did a great job and was very friendly! I’ve had no issues with my shower and i love it! And incredibly Thankyou they offer upkeep service like the recaulking to keep it looking beautiful!!!"
Our firm is a dynamic provider of drafting and house plan services, dedicated to turning your visions into tangible and pleasing structures. With a commitment to excellence, we bring expertise and innovation to every project we undertake. We specialize in comprehensive drafting services tailored to meet diverse client needs. Our offering include: Design: Crafting unique and functional designs that blend creativity with practicality. Drafting Services: Precision and attention to detail in creating accurate and detailed drafts for seamless project execution. 3D Modeling: Bringing designs to life with realistic 3D models that provide a vivid preview of the final structure. Project Management: From concept to completion, we offer end-to-end project management ensuring timely and efficient delivery. Interior Design: Enhancing spaces with innovative interior designs that harmonize aesthetics and functionality. Detail Services Offered: - Building Code Compliance - Construction Documentation - Renovation and Remodeling Plans About our Team: Our team comprises draftsman and project managers, each bringing a unique skill, style and experience to the table. Collaborative teamwork and alliance is at the core of our success, ensuring a holist approach to every project. We take pride in our commitment to delivering high-quality work on every project. Our rigorous quality control measures, pays attention to client requirements, and adherence to industry standards are the cornerstones of our success. Your satisfaction is our top priority and guarantee. At Evolution Drafting, we don't design structures; we create environments that inspire and endure. Work with us and experience the art of living.
"slow response times. no onsite visit, so had to confirm all measures myself. good product in the end."
Jim E on September 2025
Our firm is a dynamic provider of drafting and house plan services, dedicated to turning your visions into tangible and pleasing structures. With a commitment to excellence, we bring expertise and innovation to every project we undertake. We specialize in comprehensive drafting services tailored to meet diverse client needs. Our offering include: Design: Crafting unique and functional designs that blend creativity with practicality. Drafting Services: Precision and attention to detail in creating accurate and detailed drafts for seamless project execution. 3D Modeling: Bringing designs to life with realistic 3D models that provide a vivid preview of the final structure. Project Management: From concept to completion, we offer end-to-end project management ensuring timely and efficient delivery. Interior Design: Enhancing spaces with innovative interior designs that harmonize aesthetics and functionality. Detail Services Offered: - Building Code Compliance - Construction Documentation - Renovation and Remodeling Plans About our Team: Our team comprises draftsman and project managers, each bringing a unique skill, style and experience to the table. Collaborative teamwork and alliance is at the core of our success, ensuring a holist approach to every project. We take pride in our commitment to delivering high-quality work on every project. Our rigorous quality control measures, pays attention to client requirements, and adherence to industry standards are the cornerstones of our success. Your satisfaction is our top priority and guarantee. At Evolution Drafting, we don't design structures; we create environments that inspire and endure. Work with us and experience the art of living.
"slow response times. no onsite visit, so had to confirm all measures myself. good product in the end."
Hello, I am able to handle all remodeling needs from framework to plumbing, to laying tile to repairing a door hinge. I believe in providing a fair price for both sides, and communicating with the homeowner to keep them up to date. I grew up working with my fathers remodeling business, and that brings me to 20+ years of experience.
Hello, I am able to handle all remodeling needs from framework to plumbing, to laying tile to repairing a door hinge. I believe in providing a fair price for both sides, and communicating with the homeowner to keep them up to date. I grew up working with my fathers remodeling business, and that brings me to 20+ years of experience.
Here at Freeze Remodels, Construction, and Services we have combined all your needs into one friendly company. We offer services in all home repairs additions. No matter how big or small we can handle it. We are everything from just your local handyman up to the guys who want to put your new addition onto your home.
Here at Freeze Remodels, Construction, and Services we have combined all your needs into one friendly company. We offer services in all home repairs additions. No matter how big or small we can handle it. We are everything from just your local handyman up to the guys who want to put your new addition onto your home.
company provides 1-4 employees. both men and women. for larger jobs company hires temporary helpers and depending on bussiness turnout would like to keep the good ones. company is willing to discuss sub-contracting. billing depends on the job, some will require a starting amount and pay remaining balance when finished, some will require weekly balance untill job finish, and some will require pay full amount at time of completion.
company provides 1-4 employees. both men and women. for larger jobs company hires temporary helpers and depending on bussiness turnout would like to keep the good ones. company is willing to discuss sub-contracting. billing depends on the job, some will require a starting amount and pay remaining balance when finished, some will require weekly balance untill job finish, and some will require pay full amount at time of completion.
Additional locations: Ruston: 1720 Farmerville Highway, phone (318)-255-5777, fax (318)-255-5798, West Monroe: 231 Wallace Road, phone (318)-396-1790, fax (318)-396-1764, Bastrop: 1183 North Washington Street, phone (318)-283-7790, fax (318)-281-5345. Social media site: Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AcmeGlassandMirror. See SP website for affiliations & memberships info.
Additional locations: Ruston: 1720 Farmerville Highway, phone (318)-255-5777, fax (318)-255-5798, West Monroe: 231 Wallace Road, phone (318)-396-1790, fax (318)-396-1764, Bastrop: 1183 North Washington Street, phone (318)-283-7790, fax (318)-281-5345. Social media site: Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AcmeGlassandMirror. See SP website for affiliations & memberships info.
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FAQs for sunroom and patio service projects in Grayson, LA
Generally speaking, yes, enclosing a patio to create a sunroom will add value to your home, as you’ll be increasing your square footage and adding utility to the space. The average ROI for enclosing a patio is around 70%, which is higher than many other home improvement projects. The value you get from creating a sunroom on your patio will depend on several factors, though, like the quality of the materials you choose, the extent to which the space is finished, your remaining yard space, and more.
Enclosing a patio to create a sunroom or three-season room is a great idea for many homeowners, as it creates a space filled with natural light and fresh air for relaxing and entertaining that you can use even in inclement weather. Plus, most homeowners see a great return on investment of around 70%, so much of the cost is recuperated over time.
The average cost to enclose a patio to create a sunroom is around $5,000, and prices generally range from $3,000 up to $10,000. The price you pay will depend on the state of your patio and whether it needs repairs or additional structural support, the quality of the materials you choose, the size of your patio, and whether you plan to run utilities into and finish the sunroom. The price for a fully finished patio enclosure could run up to around $20,000, while you might pay just $2,500 for a screened-in porch.
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.
The Grayson, LA homeowners’ guide to sunroom and patio services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
When you're ready to kick back with a book and a beverage but don't want to head outside, consider the cost of a sunroom. We'll break down sunroom costs below.
Homeowners can enclose their porches in a few different ways—each having their own price tag. Learn what contributes to the total cost to enclose a porch and how you can reduce the bill.