"This is the second time we have hired James. The first was first a patio a few years back and most recently for a front walkway. The walkway came out beautiful and even has a step up to the porch now. Would absolutely recommend."
"This is my second review of work performed by Rock 'n Gardens. Our first project—a large walkway/patio/entry installation--was so successful that we contracted for a short matching walkway to the front door with the leftover stone. The design challenge in this second project was to artfully tie the new work into three massive existing stone slabs so that the walkway would complement the scale of the existing slabs while not overwhelming the front of the house. Once again, we are delighted with the finished job. As with our first experience, professionalism, communication, and timeliness throughout this project were top notch. In fact, with a cold snap predicted, the Rock 'n Gardens crew, on their own initiative, arranged to finish the installation on a Saturday before the bad weather hit. That's above and beyond in my book. When we are ready for more stonework, we will definitely be calling Rock 'n Gardens."
"Alex put in a patio and fire pit where we used to have a pool. Alex met us at a paver showroom and helped us pick out the style and color paver that worked for us. He is very personable and wants to ensure you get exactly what you are looking for. The team was incredibly efficient and the whole thing took only 2 days. We highly recommend Alex and even referred him to my parents who are now getting a patio done by him as well. Would definitely hire Alex again in the future."
"I hired Antonio to refinish the concrete foundation of my house. He also repaired a Blue stone patio. The quality of the work was amazing. He is a pro that is clearly great at his expertise. I would highly recommend Roger Landscaping & Concrete."
"George and his team are amazing! They took my old, dated patio and walkway with loose steps and used their magic to make it safe and inviting. Not only were they polite they consistently showed up on time, they accommodated our schedule. They finished on time. The finished project turned out better than expected!"
"Sosa Landscaping is a business dedicated to provide you with an exceptional service. Working from anything from landscaping designs, planting grass repair and installation, Yard Grading, stone work, hardscaping designs, draining pipe installation, firepit installation and so much more. Serving the areas of Dutchess, Putnam, Westchester counties, and Fairfield County, CT"
"They replaced 1 patio awning completely with a powered unit and replaced a 30 foot patio awning. Could not be happier with the results. They came when they said they would and did a fantastic job. I would recommend them to anyone."
"Had a roof leak for awhile, spoke with him on the phone, and found him to be extremely knowledgeable and willing to help. He came as soon as the weather permitted and was extremely professional. Our roof is now leak free and would definitely use him for future projects."
"Juan did an wonderful job. He took what we were visioning and turned it into an incredible job. A new patio and two sets of stairs redone with bluestone! I highly recommend Juan and his crew!"
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.
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.
A Florida room is a home addition that has finished walls with windows lining the perimeter, while a screened-in porch, also known as an Arizona room, lacks windows and instead has screens to maintain constant ventilation. Florida rooms provide longer enjoyment throughout the year because they’re closed off and will naturally get heated from the sun, while a screened-in porch will just be the same temperature as the ambient air.
Yes, enclosing a patio to create a sunroom or three-season room is often a good idea that adds value to your home. This project increases your home's usable square footage and creates a versatile space for relaxing or entertaining that is filled with natural light and can be used in various weather conditions. Homeowners may see an average return on investment (ROI) of around 70%. The final value added will depend on factors such as the quality of the materials, the level of finish, and the amount of yard space that remains after the enclosure.
Yes, adding a sunroom can increase your home's value, with a return on investment (ROI) ranging from 20% for a screen room to 50% for a three- or four-season room. The amount of value added depends on the design. Fully insulated, temperature-controlled four-season sunrooms add the most value as they can be included in the home's total living space. In contrast, simpler structures like Arizona rooms or solariums typically have a lower return as they don't count as legal living space. A high-quality sunroom can also be an attractive feature for potential buyers, especially those who enjoy gardening. The value may also be higher in warmer climates where this feature is more sought after. When deciding, consider both the potential resale value and the personal value you will get from using the room.
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