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Q: What is the life span of a solarium?

• <div><p>The life span of your solarium will depend on the materials used and how much wear and tear the room experiences from the inside and from the outside due to weather. On average, you can expect your solarium to last anywhere from 10 years to 50 or more. In rare cases, such as with old estates, solariums can last over 100 years.</p></div>

Q: Can enclosures be designed for year-round use?

• <div><p>Yes, with proper heating or cooling systems and energy-efficient glazing.</p></div>

Q: What are the different types of porches?

• <div><p>Several <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-porch.htm">types of porches</a> are available to meet your needs and style preferences. Some common porch types include:</p><ul><li><p><b>Porticos</b> are essentially a roof over a walkway leading to the home's front entrance. </p></li><li><p><b>Sunrooms </b>are closed-in porches that are an extension of the house with glass or plastic panels that allow optimal sunlight. </p></li><li><p><b>Wraparound porches</b> extend around the entire home, or at least the front and one side, and offer multiple entrances to the house.</p></li><li><p><b>Back porches </b>are an extension of the home&rsquo;s floor into the outdoors. These offer more protection and privacy than a deck.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: What’s the difference between a lanai and a Florida room?

• <div><p>A lanai is a covered patio with open walls, while a Florida room has sides made of mesh screens or windows, with or without partial low walls. In addition, lanais often use concrete or other patio flooring, while Florida rooms may have more indoor-style flooring like tile or wood. Both allow you to enjoy the outdoors without being in the direct sun, but a lanai doesn&rsquo;t offer any barrier against insects or debris. </p></div>

Q: What adds more value: a sunroom or a deck?

• <div><p>A sunroom will add more value to your home than a deck, but with a much higher up-front cost. Depending on its construction and function, a sunroom may be counted as additional living space, while a deck is strictly an outdoor feature. Both will increase your home&rsquo;s value, but the sunroom will have a much bigger effect.</p></div>

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Last update on January 20, 2026

Reviewed in January 2026
I had landscaping done with Tim and Chad. They were very professional and did an excellent job with communication and went above and beyond on the work. I had gravel put down and if they had put 6 inches of gravel down, you can’t drive a car thru that! Their hard work and experience exceeded my...
Carolina Grading & Land Clearing
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Reviewed in May 2024
Thank you for meeting with us to discuss our lawn needs. We have decided to go with another company's bid but will keep your contact info in case of future need. We appreciate your time and effort.
Snyder and Son's Landscaping
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Reviewed in August 2022
Project: Mow grass, trim weeds and small hedges. Tyler and his helper were great. Did everything I asked them to do. Friendly, professional and fair finished the job and quietly left. Highly recommend
French Broad Landscapes
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Reviewed in August 2022
Alfred and his team did an AMAZING job! They showed up when they said they would and worked in some pretty extreme heat. It was a bit over my original budget but only because I asked for extras, and they were more than happy to accommodate me. I had a pool patio area that had not been used for...
Black Czar Construction LLC
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Reviewed in January 2021
It went great for us. He leveled the ground, built frames, hauled off the excess dirt, came back the next day to ensure everything curing as it should and filled in around the edges. When spring comes we be contacting him again to add a cement patio. Several neighbors have been extremely...
Evans Construction Group
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Reviewed in July 2019
Mr Richard quoted us 8500 and said it would be done in 1 week. He took a check for 5000 dollars and 1 hour after cashing it his associate called and started trying to up the price by 2500 stating he forgot to add the back corners when he quoted it. After telling them both there was no more money...
Richard Construction
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Reviewed in September 2013
From the first day we sign up through this website, there has been great customer service from Mark and his team. They installed a wall on a hill for us, completed the back patio with sealing sand, and got our irrigation system working again. This best thing, is that they were in and out and did...
MBJ Enterprises Inc.
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Patio Enclosures - Greenville-Spartanburg

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Sunroom or Patio Enclosure - Build

Serving Forest City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1966

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Patio Enclosures was fantastic, the subcontractors that came to do the job were not. However, Patio Enclosures sent two Field Supervisors over to spend and entire day addressing all of our concerns. Overall, their customer service is what made us happy with this project and we absolutely love our 3-season room!"

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Palmetto Home of the Carolinas LLC

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Sunroom or Patio Enclosure - Build

Serving Forest City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We love our new windows from Palmetto Bath and Home. They are vinyl, but with a wood grain look that matches our existing stained trim. The installers were friendly and thorough. We feel we got a great deal!"

Response time3 hrs

Response rate99%

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Concrete Patios, Walks & Steps- InstallConcrete Patios, Walks & Steps- Install- For Business

Serving Forest City, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"All Trax was absolutely fantastic to work with, I wish we had found them first! They were incredibly responsive, understanding, and made sure the project direction and outcome were completed as we envisioned. They took the time to walk through a ton of options with us to ensure we had the best result at the best price. I would highly recommend All Trax to anyone in the area who needs excavation, a new gravel road/driveway, or driveway/road repair!"

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Response time10 hrs

Response rate96%

Recommended by61%of homeowners

Concrete Patios, Walks & Steps- InstallConcrete Patios, Walks & Steps- Install- For Business

Serving Forest City, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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"The job still needs to be started and completed."

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3 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by81%of homeowners

Fabric Awning or Patio Cover - Install or Replace

Serving Forest City, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Excellent. I will definitely hire them again. They were punctual and found two more holes that needed to be replaced. They moved furniture out of the room, did the repair and cleaned up when they were done."

+33

Response time1 day

Response rate100%

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M&D Property Solutions

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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For BusinessFabric Awning or Patio Cover - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Forest City, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Needed fencing installed to keep groundhogs from taking up residence under our deck. Brady came up with a creative and complete solution that made sure the varmints were out and would not return. Would use again."

+10

Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Concrete Patios, Walks & Steps- Install

Serving Forest City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave Shaw did a great job coordinating the break up and removal of a pathway. Highly recommend him and company"

We are here a day after the pour pressure washing the stamped portion. A powder was put on top to darken and provide contrasting light and darks, some of which is getting washed off now.

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Response time40 mins

Response rate94%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Lewis Pressure Washing Service

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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Forest City, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"His a good worker Iâ d recommend him to others"

Response time30 mins

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Forest City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Heath Brothers have completed two jobs for us now and Iâ m happy with both. They took the time to complete the jobs properly and followed what we wanted, Love my new deck! Plan to hire them again!"

Response time4 hrs

6 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Interlocking Pavers for Patios, Walks & Steps - InstallInterlocking Pavers for Patios, Walks & Steps - Install- For Business

Serving Forest City, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"I work was done well, according to the agreed work plan, on time, and at the contractor’s quoted price."

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Patios questions, answered by experts

The life span of your solarium will depend on the materials used and how much wear and tear the room experiences from the inside and from the outside due to weather. On average, you can expect your solarium to last anywhere from 10 years to 50 or more. In rare cases, such as with old estates, solariums can last over 100 years.

Yes, with proper heating or cooling systems and energy-efficient glazing.

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.

A lanai is a covered patio with open walls, while a Florida room has sides made of mesh screens or windows, with or without partial low walls. In addition, lanais often use concrete or other patio flooring, while Florida rooms may have more indoor-style flooring like tile or wood. Both allow you to enjoy the outdoors without being in the direct sun, but a lanai doesn’t offer any barrier against insects or debris.

A sunroom will add more value to your home than a deck, but with a much higher up-front cost. Depending on its construction and function, a sunroom may be counted as additional living space, while a deck is strictly an outdoor feature. Both will increase your home’s value, but the sunroom will have a much bigger effect.

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