"We went from a grass and weed backyard with a 10x10 cracked concrete slab to a beautiful backyard with a 660sqft paver patio. He and his team completed the work in about a week. He also allowed us to complete some work ourselves to save money. Fantastic.
"We recently expanded a deck, added a patio cover, and are putting a hot tub underneath this second floor deck. There was a concrete patio below the existing deck and we wanted to match that, w/ reinforcement for a hot tub. We got a couple bids for the job. Danny was the estimator that came out for Forest and he seemed knowledgeable and was punctual and professional. It was not the cheapest bid, but the company is much more well established than a couple others we consulted so I put more trust in their work. Rigo is the guy we needed to work with on scheduling etc. for concrete work. This was a little rocky at first, but that had a lot to do with us needing to postpone the start till our deck was done, but then also work around a vacation we'd be taking, and make sure the concrete had enough time to cure before our hot tub is dropped. Despite a slight language barrier, we worked it out and even managed to get it done ahead of when we originally scheduled it. Punctuality is impressive with these guys. For 3 days they were waiting outside our house to start at 7:30am precisely. They had to remove a portion of fence and work around some foliage for access. They ended up encountering an unexpected drainage tube of some kind while digging and made sure to create an access point for us if it's ever needed in the future. The concrete looks great and matches our old patio so well, it's hard to tell they weren't poured together. Danny and I (and later Rigo) discussed treating the old concrete to help the matching. At the end of the work they did a great job of cleaning up the area and returning everything to normal. Rigo also helped us by showing us how to remove the fence portion for when our hot tub is delivered and left the top cap off because he said we'd really struggle to get it off if they put it back. I'm happy with the work, communication, and cleanup and trust if there are any problems I will be able to get them resolved. If we have further landscape needs in the future I will def be calling Forest for a bid."
"Rockman Masonry & Concrete (Ben) was hired to do a small patio addition for us. Ben did an excellent job! He was always early to the job site, cleaned up after himself, after each portion of the job, provided great customer service and was reasonably priced. I highly recommend him for hire."
"These guys were phenomenal!! Just finished today... showed up on time work completed on time. Absolutely knew what they were doing. Yard looks fantastic at a shockingly affordable price! ANY landscaping work I need to do.. I will call them again!"
"Pablo is responsive, hard working and excellent at what he does. He did some plantings in my front yard following me replacing my front porch/patio. I am extremely impressed with his work and would not hesitate to hire him again in the future."
"VIP Green Maintenance & Landscaping, LLC did an incredible job transforming my yard! I was blown away by how professional and efficient the team was. Not only did they bring my vision to life, but their pricing was also super reasonable. They were attentive to every detail and made sure I was happy with the progress every step of the way. The entire process was seamless, and the results speak for themselvesâ my yard looks amazing! If you're looking for reliable, affordable, and top-quality landscaping services, I can't recommend VIP Green enough. Five stars all the way!"
"We hired System Pavers to install a new outdoor patio in our backyard. Austin was amazing! He was very attentive to what we wanted and worked with us to project end and made sure we got exactly what we wanted. I would highly recommend this company to anyone looking for a new outdoor patio."
"Great. They are booked out 6 weeks but, because my job was smaller and I wasn't in a hurry, they were able to fit me in earlier. We are going to use them again for irrigation and a small paver sidewalk."
"Eric took care of every aspect of removing an old and severely cracked garage floor to installing a new concrete floor. Very personable and professional, great price, great work, great product."
"MCC LANDSCAPE LLC exhibited the utmost professionalism. They were attentive to our vision and needs for our new bacyard door and gate Armando kept us informed at every stage, addressed any concerns promptly, and kept the project on schedule. The craftsmanship is truly remarkable, blending seamlessly with our home I won't hesitate on hiring them again for every project in the future.I just wish I had better pictures"
Yes, transforming a deck into a sunroom is an absolute possibility. Building a sunroom involves framing in the deck area with walls, adding windows, and affixing a roof. This project is not an easy task, but it does provide a stylish addition to your house. Not all deck designs support this type of renovation project, so consult a professional deck builder before beginning.
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.
If you want to hire a professional to build a screened-in porch, a local sunroom or porch contractor is your best bet. If you can't find a local sunroom builder, another option is to consider hiring a general contractor to perform the work.
If you're handy, you may consider building the porch yourself. Before you do so, make sure you understand the local permit requirements and building codes so that you don't have any problems with the safety or structure of the porch.
In most parts of the U.S., adding a screened-in porch requires a building permit. Since this type of project often involves structural work and changes to your home’s footprint, homeowners should adhere to local guidelines. That said, permit rules can vary widely depending on where you live and how extensive the project is. Before you start sketching out plans or ordering materials, check in with your city or county’s building department to avoid headaches, fines, and potential structural issues down the line.
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.
The Boring, OR homeowners’ guide to patio services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
A concrete patio adds outdoor living space to your home. Learn how much a concrete patio costs in Portland, OR, and the factors affecting the project price.
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Deck vs. patio — what’s the difference and which one is the better choice? Dive into the pros, cons, and more, and make the perfect decision for your home.
