"Adam and his team were a pleasure to work with on this project. Our Stone patio had been installed incorrectly 8 years ago. It was dry laid on sand/pebbles and not pitched correctly. Water over the years had infiltrated the base and sunk the patio, not to mention water pooling on top of the stones in certain areas as it wasn’t pitched correctly. Adam’s team dug up the entire patio, poured a cement base, cut and refitted each stone perfectly. The finished product looks fantastic and we are thrilled with the craftsmanship. Since the cement foundation raises the patio up several inches you can see the beautiful kidney deign of the patio. Adam also poured a concrete pad which he painted for our BBQ grill to rest on which gets the grill off the patio for more room. We would not hesitate to contact Adam for any new projects and highly recommend him!"
"Todd was easy to talk to, listened and helped with figuring out the best approach to accomplish what I wanted/needed. There was a misunderstanding on French door measurements to replace my existing faux French going into the living area, which resulted in the door I ordered from Lowe's being too small. Todd accepted responsibility for that though and I took care of coordinating for the reorder and exchange with Lowe's. If Lowe's had not messed up with the replacement - that hiccup would have been a minimal pain and delay. As it is though, a job that was started in October is just about ready to be completed in Feb. Two main factors - rain that wouldn't quit which caused a muddy yard that made it impossible for them to work AND the incompetency of Lowes. Overall, the finished room looks beautiful. One part of the porch was done with the windows, etc. and the other part was simply screened in. I raise butterflies and my object was to protect my caterpillars from predators and to keep bugs away in general. To help with that too, Todd suggested screening the length of the porch underneath (above the patio). I'm looking forward to the concept of being able to sit outside without getting eaten alive or battling other 'creatures' indigenous to this state (if you know what I mean)."
"My patio enclosure was installed the week of November 2022; it was actually finished in 3 days! From the measurement w/Dennis through the installation w/Mike, and final assessment w/John, I could not have had a better contractor, than Champion. An excellent team - Dennis, John, and Mike . . . I LOVE MY PATIO ENCLOSURE! Sandra D. Elgin, SC"
At Sticks & Stones Outdoors, we're more than just a patio and pergola company — we're a family. We are a Charlotte based company that is built on a passion for creating beautiful, functional outdoor spaces where memories are made.\n\nAs a family-run team, we take pride in treating every project like it’s for our own home. From custom pergolas and stylish patios to complete outdoor transformations, our craftsmanship is rooted in honesty, quality, and attention to detail. We work closely with every client to bring their vision to life — with personalized service and a commitment to exceeding expectations.\n\nBased right here in the community we serve, we understand the local climate, style, and lifestyle — and we’re proud to help our neighbors make the most of their outdoor living spaces.\n\nWhether you're looking to relax in the shade, entertain in style, or simply add value to your home, Sticks & Stones Outdoor is here to help — with the kind of care only a local family business can offer.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Call us today.
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McGill Construction Group is committed to providing quality craftsmanship, reliable service, and customer satisfaction\. We specialize in residential and commercial construction, remodeling, renovations, decks, fences, additions, and home improvements\. From small repairs to major projects, we take pride in doing the job right, paying attention to detail, and delivering results our customers can trust\.
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.
While there is no one size that’s considered best, the sunroom size that’s best for you will come down to the size of your home and how you want to use your sunroom. Smaller sunrooms under 120 square feet provide a nice semi-outdoor sitting area, medium-sized sunrooms between 120 and 200 square feet can house an outdoor dining area and a small area for additional seating, and large sunrooms over 200 square feet can serve multiple purposes and even include an outdoor kitchen.
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.
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, you can build a sunroom addition to your home despite living in a cold climate. Make sure to use high-quality insulation and windows and to supplement with sufficient heating from your HVAC system. The windows in the sunroom allow enough natural light into the room to help heat it most times without having to use the furnace. Even a small electric fireplace can heat the sunroom well enough.
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