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Contact Colony Builders Inc in Houston, TX, for full home improvement services. Our company focuses on siding replacement, window replacement, patio covers, room additions and more. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Well, what can I say about Colony Builders? Well, this will be kind of long... but they get full marks from us. We were looking for an enclosed patio for our backyard that joins onto the house. Mainly due to the breaker box being outside and the royal pain of going outside in the pouring rain to flip the breakers every time the power goes off. We also wanted a nice place where we could make the area look nice with potted hanging plants and planter beds. We searched online at various sites including Amazon for what we wanted. The pricing of such a patio online was around the $5,000 range and the reviews were just awful due to the bad workmanship and lack of instructions, so it was there I decided to look up local building companies, and that's when Colony Builders popped onto my screen. We made an appointment online, and within a couple of days we were paid a visit by business owner Ali, who politely sat with us and from there we discussed our ideas of our vision of what we wanted. He worked with us and offered suggestions of his own for an enclosed patio. When we were done, he quoted the price, which was 4 times the amount of the shoddy kit patios we were researching earlier. Unfortunately it was out of our price range, so after he left, we thought about it for awhile before deciding we didn't need it enclosed. After contacting them again, Ali's nephew Mahdi came out to meet with us to discuss this different route. Mahdi is a born people-person and was wonderful to talk things through with. He was respectful and treated us like good friends instead of potential clients. He also understood perfectly of the changes we wanted and offered suggestions to help us save more money on the project. For instance, we have a concrete slab outside our back door. It is standard for townhomes in our area. We also wanted a tile floor on the patio which would be expensive. He offered the faux-tile stamping option, which was much cheaper. Basically stamping tile patterns into the freshly-laid concrete with different powdered colors to give the perfect illusion of tiles, which was perfect for us on a budget. From there we were certain we wanted to go ahead with the project. We decided on an open design patio on sturdy posts with a roof to match our existing roof tiles. All this on a new slab of concrete, much longer than the existing slab with a beautiful rustic mosaic tile-stamp pattern. They could even leave the existing slab in place. A deposit was asked upon agreement of a few thousand dollars up front. Our patio would cost $14,380 all up with no more to pay. Still more expensive than I would like but the craftmanship would be much better. They offer finance through Medallion which gave us the lowest interest rates, and we can even set up automatic payments online. We financed for 144 months to reduce the monthly payments but we have the option of paying more without penalties. Next step after our ideas were laid out was having the architect come over and draw up plans several days later. Madhi was also present for this. He literally was with us for every step of the way which was awesome. Plans were submitted to the HOA. Of course, they were rejected (I hate HOA's!). Apparently our HOA won't allow any structure to be built directly on to the house. So, ok. Mahdi came back over and we discussed further options for approval. The architect came out again... We planned it 3 feet from the wall instead, leaving a nice gap for the rain to fall through, but we'll figure something out later to stay dry. Also 4 posts instead of 2, as it was now free-standing. This time our second HOA rejection. We were getting frustrated at this point and were seriously thinking of scrapping the entire idea. The HOA's newest reason? The entire structure had to be at least 3 feet from the wall. Well, we thought it was! What they were talking about was the roof overhang, it would protrude closer than 3 feet to the wall. Once we redid the plans a 3rd time and kept the roof overhand 3 feet away from the wall, the project was finally approved. Within a few days the concrete guys came out to start the project, it was all happening now! They did a great job and had the slab laid within a day with the tile-stamp pattern already embossed into the concrete, it looked great! They also dug out the corners where the posts were to go, to 2 feet deep. They filled them with rebar and completely filled them with cement, these were for structural support to balance the posts. The second day, they power washed the new patio floor and weather-sealed it. Job done, and we were very happy with it. So were they, as they were often caught dancing away on our security cameras while they worked. They love their job also! A couple of days later, the framers arrived to start on the actual patio. Very quickly they put up our patio and roof tiles and did a great job. The posts themselves were fixed in place by hurricane straps, so it would withstand hurricane-force winds in a storm. The posts were sealed with James Hardy seal. Basically, the wood posts were encased in a super-strong material that protects it from the weather and rotting. It kind of resembles drywall, but much stronger. We were also told this in the planning stage, that we couldn't hang hooks or anything on it because it would crack the seal if we did. The builders would hang them for us using James Hardy nails and hardware. which they did with no worries. It turns out there was a slight miscommunication between us there. You can use normal screws in the wood after it has been sealed, it won't crack it, but can only use the James Hardy nails as they are stronger. They gave us some nails for future use if we want to add more hooks or a trellis. The builders did put a hole in our window screen, which we reported. Mahdi came out right away with a screen he had lying around the office to see if it would fit and replace the damaged one, which it didn't. A nice gesture. The next day the framers/builders finished the job and painted it to the colors of the house and it looked amazing! They also replaced our screen with a new one with no problems. Mahdi and Ali came out that day to see the final result and to make sure we were happy with it, which we were. Mahdi in particular was so helpful throughout this entire (ordeal) project, he was always there for questions and suggestions. He even showed us many ideas of designs for the patio and also the tile-stamp patterns. At no stage was there any doubt of where we all stood on the project, we were always on the same page at all times for every step of the way, and that was exactly what we needed, as this was our first real costly project, so many thanks to you Madhi, you made our life much easier! Your pleasant attitude, extreme patience and kind nature was so appreciated by us so much we can't express. Thank you to Ali too for making this project happen and for offering improvement suggestions along the way. To sum up, this was our first project and we are glad we chose Colony Builders, they work with you every step of the way and never once did they make us feel like they were pressuring us into "selling us something". I would highly recommend them for any project, they get top marks from us. By the way, they offer a 5 year warranty on the patio and base, then a 30 year manufacturers warranty on the roof. We can't argue with that, any hopefully will never need it. This patio is sturdy! Now, all we need is to find a good quality rain guard for the back door and breaker box... We will be using them again to build a small kitchen window box in the future, but that's another review for another day. Thanks again guys, you all did a great job! I have included some pictures of the finished patio, the progress with the concrete base, tile pattern and the color brand used."
Brett H on August 2023
Contact Colony Builders Inc in Houston, TX, for full home improvement services. Our company focuses on siding replacement, window replacement, patio covers, room additions and more. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Well, what can I say about Colony Builders? Well, this will be kind of long... but they get full marks from us. We were looking for an enclosed patio for our backyard that joins onto the house. Mainly due to the breaker box being outside and the royal pain of going outside in the pouring rain to flip the breakers every time the power goes off. We also wanted a nice place where we could make the area look nice with potted hanging plants and planter beds. We searched online at various sites including Amazon for what we wanted. The pricing of such a patio online was around the $5,000 range and the reviews were just awful due to the bad workmanship and lack of instructions, so it was there I decided to look up local building companies, and that's when Colony Builders popped onto my screen. We made an appointment online, and within a couple of days we were paid a visit by business owner Ali, who politely sat with us and from there we discussed our ideas of our vision of what we wanted. He worked with us and offered suggestions of his own for an enclosed patio. When we were done, he quoted the price, which was 4 times the amount of the shoddy kit patios we were researching earlier. Unfortunately it was out of our price range, so after he left, we thought about it for awhile before deciding we didn't need it enclosed. After contacting them again, Ali's nephew Mahdi came out to meet with us to discuss this different route. Mahdi is a born people-person and was wonderful to talk things through with. He was respectful and treated us like good friends instead of potential clients. He also understood perfectly of the changes we wanted and offered suggestions to help us save more money on the project. For instance, we have a concrete slab outside our back door. It is standard for townhomes in our area. We also wanted a tile floor on the patio which would be expensive. He offered the faux-tile stamping option, which was much cheaper. Basically stamping tile patterns into the freshly-laid concrete with different powdered colors to give the perfect illusion of tiles, which was perfect for us on a budget. From there we were certain we wanted to go ahead with the project. We decided on an open design patio on sturdy posts with a roof to match our existing roof tiles. All this on a new slab of concrete, much longer than the existing slab with a beautiful rustic mosaic tile-stamp pattern. They could even leave the existing slab in place. A deposit was asked upon agreement of a few thousand dollars up front. Our patio would cost $14,380 all up with no more to pay. Still more expensive than I would like but the craftmanship would be much better. They offer finance through Medallion which gave us the lowest interest rates, and we can even set up automatic payments online. We financed for 144 months to reduce the monthly payments but we have the option of paying more without penalties. Next step after our ideas were laid out was having the architect come over and draw up plans several days later. Madhi was also present for this. He literally was with us for every step of the way which was awesome. Plans were submitted to the HOA. Of course, they were rejected (I hate HOA's!). Apparently our HOA won't allow any structure to be built directly on to the house. So, ok. Mahdi came back over and we discussed further options for approval. The architect came out again... We planned it 3 feet from the wall instead, leaving a nice gap for the rain to fall through, but we'll figure something out later to stay dry. Also 4 posts instead of 2, as it was now free-standing. This time our second HOA rejection. We were getting frustrated at this point and were seriously thinking of scrapping the entire idea. The HOA's newest reason? The entire structure had to be at least 3 feet from the wall. Well, we thought it was! What they were talking about was the roof overhang, it would protrude closer than 3 feet to the wall. Once we redid the plans a 3rd time and kept the roof overhand 3 feet away from the wall, the project was finally approved. Within a few days the concrete guys came out to start the project, it was all happening now! They did a great job and had the slab laid within a day with the tile-stamp pattern already embossed into the concrete, it looked great! They also dug out the corners where the posts were to go, to 2 feet deep. They filled them with rebar and completely filled them with cement, these were for structural support to balance the posts. The second day, they power washed the new patio floor and weather-sealed it. Job done, and we were very happy with it. So were they, as they were often caught dancing away on our security cameras while they worked. They love their job also! A couple of days later, the framers arrived to start on the actual patio. Very quickly they put up our patio and roof tiles and did a great job. The posts themselves were fixed in place by hurricane straps, so it would withstand hurricane-force winds in a storm. The posts were sealed with James Hardy seal. Basically, the wood posts were encased in a super-strong material that protects it from the weather and rotting. It kind of resembles drywall, but much stronger. We were also told this in the planning stage, that we couldn't hang hooks or anything on it because it would crack the seal if we did. The builders would hang them for us using James Hardy nails and hardware. which they did with no worries. It turns out there was a slight miscommunication between us there. You can use normal screws in the wood after it has been sealed, it won't crack it, but can only use the James Hardy nails as they are stronger. They gave us some nails for future use if we want to add more hooks or a trellis. The builders did put a hole in our window screen, which we reported. Mahdi came out right away with a screen he had lying around the office to see if it would fit and replace the damaged one, which it didn't. A nice gesture. The next day the framers/builders finished the job and painted it to the colors of the house and it looked amazing! They also replaced our screen with a new one with no problems. Mahdi and Ali came out that day to see the final result and to make sure we were happy with it, which we were. Mahdi in particular was so helpful throughout this entire (ordeal) project, he was always there for questions and suggestions. He even showed us many ideas of designs for the patio and also the tile-stamp patterns. At no stage was there any doubt of where we all stood on the project, we were always on the same page at all times for every step of the way, and that was exactly what we needed, as this was our first real costly project, so many thanks to you Madhi, you made our life much easier! Your pleasant attitude, extreme patience and kind nature was so appreciated by us so much we can't express. Thank you to Ali too for making this project happen and for offering improvement suggestions along the way. To sum up, this was our first project and we are glad we chose Colony Builders, they work with you every step of the way and never once did they make us feel like they were pressuring us into "selling us something". I would highly recommend them for any project, they get top marks from us. By the way, they offer a 5 year warranty on the patio and base, then a 30 year manufacturers warranty on the roof. We can't argue with that, any hopefully will never need it. This patio is sturdy! Now, all we need is to find a good quality rain guard for the back door and breaker box... We will be using them again to build a small kitchen window box in the future, but that's another review for another day. Thanks again guys, you all did a great job! I have included some pictures of the finished patio, the progress with the concrete base, tile pattern and the color brand used."
Brett H on August 2023
Our story began over two decades ago when my father, a seasoned contractor, decided to turn his passion for home renovation into a family business. With over 30 years of industry experience, he laid the foundation for Starz Home Remodeling. His knowledge and expertise became the cornerstone of our company's success. We understood early on that to thrive in this competitive market, we needed to continuously improve our skills and stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in the home renovation industry. Our commitment to lifelong learning and professional development has enabled us to provide innovative solutions to our customers, transforming their homes into beautiful and functional spaces. Exceptional Customer Service and Quality Craftsmanship At Starz Home Remodeling, exceptional customer service and top-notch quality are not just buzzwords; they are the core of our business philosophy. We treat every project as if it were our own home, striving to exceed our customers' expectations in every way. Our team of skilled craftsmen takes immense pride in their work. Whether it's a kitchen remodel, bathroom renovation, or a full home makeover, we approach each project with meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to delivering exceptional quality. We believe that quality craftsmanship is not just about aesthetics but also about ensuring the longevity and functionality of our renovations.
"I randomly called needing an estimate. It was late at night, I thought I would leave a voicemail and they would call me back. I just wanted to be sure to get some progress on my project. I was surprised when Kindah actually answered the phone and is now helping me with my project!"
Nathan A on May 2025
Our story began over two decades ago when my father, a seasoned contractor, decided to turn his passion for home renovation into a family business. With over 30 years of industry experience, he laid the foundation for Starz Home Remodeling. His knowledge and expertise became the cornerstone of our company's success. We understood early on that to thrive in this competitive market, we needed to continuously improve our skills and stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in the home renovation industry. Our commitment to lifelong learning and professional development has enabled us to provide innovative solutions to our customers, transforming their homes into beautiful and functional spaces. Exceptional Customer Service and Quality Craftsmanship At Starz Home Remodeling, exceptional customer service and top-notch quality are not just buzzwords; they are the core of our business philosophy. We treat every project as if it were our own home, striving to exceed our customers' expectations in every way. Our team of skilled craftsmen takes immense pride in their work. Whether it's a kitchen remodel, bathroom renovation, or a full home makeover, we approach each project with meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to delivering exceptional quality. We believe that quality craftsmanship is not just about aesthetics but also about ensuring the longevity and functionality of our renovations.
"I randomly called needing an estimate. It was late at night, I thought I would leave a voicemail and they would call me back. I just wanted to be sure to get some progress on my project. I was surprised when Kindah actually answered the phone and is now helping me with my project!"
Nathan A on May 2025
RipTide Construction is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
RipTide Construction is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
SouthEast Texas Construction is your trusted Handyman In Kemah, Texas Serving the Houston and surrounding areas. We have 10 years of experience and offer high quality work. Setcon is Family owned and operated. No matter how big or small your project may be, our experienced handymen and contractors are ready and willing to get started. We take pride in every service we offer, and you’ll never have a reason to doubt the work we leave behind. SETCON Services aims to provide unbeatable customer service during each stage of your project, from the initial quote to the final bill. Every individual customer is valuable to us, and we treat you that way. We know your home is where your heart is. You need a handyman company you can trust, and your house is in safe hands when you choose SETCON Services Caring for your home is our business! Call us today to see why we come so highly recommended!
"What a great experience working with Brandon and Brent! From hanging my Christmas lights, mounting 2 TVs and installing a ceiling fan, the final products look perfect! I canâ t say thank you enough! They also made sure they kept my house clean in every room they went into, thatâ s a big deal for me! Highly recommended!!"
Ashley C on December 2020
SouthEast Texas Construction is your trusted Handyman In Kemah, Texas Serving the Houston and surrounding areas. We have 10 years of experience and offer high quality work. Setcon is Family owned and operated. No matter how big or small your project may be, our experienced handymen and contractors are ready and willing to get started. We take pride in every service we offer, and you’ll never have a reason to doubt the work we leave behind. SETCON Services aims to provide unbeatable customer service during each stage of your project, from the initial quote to the final bill. Every individual customer is valuable to us, and we treat you that way. We know your home is where your heart is. You need a handyman company you can trust, and your house is in safe hands when you choose SETCON Services Caring for your home is our business! Call us today to see why we come so highly recommended!
"What a great experience working with Brandon and Brent! From hanging my Christmas lights, mounting 2 TVs and installing a ceiling fan, the final products look perfect! I canâ t say thank you enough! They also made sure they kept my house clean in every room they went into, thatâ s a big deal for me! Highly recommended!!"
Ashley C on December 2020
Transforming Homes, One Project at a Time! Whether you're dreaming of a brand-new deck, upgrading your patio, or adding extra space to your home, we bring quality craftsmanship and attention to detail to every project. Let us turn your vision into reality—on time and on budget! Please feel free to contact me with any ideas and needs.
"Victor and his team did an amazing job! From the beginning, Victor was thorough, organized and answered all my questions. He went above and beyond, and I highly recommend him and will be reaching out again in the near future for other upcoming home projects."
Jerry L on April 2025
Transforming Homes, One Project at a Time! Whether you're dreaming of a brand-new deck, upgrading your patio, or adding extra space to your home, we bring quality craftsmanship and attention to detail to every project. Let us turn your vision into reality—on time and on budget! Please feel free to contact me with any ideas and needs.
"Victor and his team did an amazing job! From the beginning, Victor was thorough, organized and answered all my questions. He went above and beyond, and I highly recommend him and will be reaching out again in the near future for other upcoming home projects."
Jerry L on April 2025
Trust - Confidence - Integrity Those three words are the foundation of our business. Trust that your project will be treated with respect and urgency. Confidence that we will get it done right. Integrity in everything we do. We don't ask for money up front, instead we invoice weekly. We are there every day from start to finish, no unexcused absences. We show our work from the estimate to the invoices, with labor, material and margin clear for all to see. No hidden costs, no surprises. It all starts with a Statement of Work that clearly defines your project. We take that and use it to build the estimate. A copy is posted on the worksite for workers, managers, and homeowners. It is our goal to make YOUR project - not ours - come to life.
"Good quality work"
Melinda K on November 2023
Trust - Confidence - Integrity Those three words are the foundation of our business. Trust that your project will be treated with respect and urgency. Confidence that we will get it done right. Integrity in everything we do. We don't ask for money up front, instead we invoice weekly. We are there every day from start to finish, no unexcused absences. We show our work from the estimate to the invoices, with labor, material and margin clear for all to see. No hidden costs, no surprises. It all starts with a Statement of Work that clearly defines your project. We take that and use it to build the estimate. A copy is posted on the worksite for workers, managers, and homeowners. It is our goal to make YOUR project - not ours - come to life.
"Good quality work"
Melinda K on November 2023
We are committed quality work and outstanding results and are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you, please call today!
"Thank you for your work on my beautiful patio. It is been the perfect place to relax while my kids are running around outside. Glad my work friend recommended your business!"
Morgan P on June 2025
We are committed quality work and outstanding results and are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you, please call today!
"Thank you for your work on my beautiful patio. It is been the perfect place to relax while my kids are running around outside. Glad my work friend recommended your business!"
Morgan P on June 2025
J.B.I. Hernandez Construction is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"The word is awesome. We gave them an idea on what we wanted, and Mr Hernandez & Company ran with it keeping us informed though out the process."
Roel V on June 2025
J.B.I. Hernandez Construction is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"The word is awesome. We gave them an idea on what we wanted, and Mr Hernandez & Company ran with it keeping us informed though out the process."
Roel V on June 2025
Hi, I'm Luis Thompson, founder of Thompson Construction. I've been in the construction industry since I was 9 years old, learning the trade from my grandfather, a skilled cabinet maker who passed down a deep respect for craftsmanship and hard work. With years of hands-on experience, I bring more than just tools to a job—dedication, precision, and pride. While my pricing may not always be the lowest, it's a reflection of the quality, reliability, and unique craftsmanship you'll receive. When you hire me, you're investing in honest work, on-time delivery, and professional results that last. I lead a trusted team of six professionals who share my commitment to excellence. Together, we handle every project with care, from start to finish. I also offer a strong list of past clients who are happy to vouch for our work and answer any questions you may have. Thank you for considering Thompson Construction. We look forward to the opportunity to build something great for you.
"Thompson construction is great company. We’ve been client this company for over four years. The contractor is an amazing contractor. He’s doing amazing work and they’re great people to deal with. I recommended him to all my family and friends and I had nothing but good reviews about the work he has done for them."
Cinthia M on June 2025
Hi, I'm Luis Thompson, founder of Thompson Construction. I've been in the construction industry since I was 9 years old, learning the trade from my grandfather, a skilled cabinet maker who passed down a deep respect for craftsmanship and hard work. With years of hands-on experience, I bring more than just tools to a job—dedication, precision, and pride. While my pricing may not always be the lowest, it's a reflection of the quality, reliability, and unique craftsmanship you'll receive. When you hire me, you're investing in honest work, on-time delivery, and professional results that last. I lead a trusted team of six professionals who share my commitment to excellence. Together, we handle every project with care, from start to finish. I also offer a strong list of past clients who are happy to vouch for our work and answer any questions you may have. Thank you for considering Thompson Construction. We look forward to the opportunity to build something great for you.
"Thompson construction is great company. We’ve been client this company for over four years. The contractor is an amazing contractor. He’s doing amazing work and they’re great people to deal with. I recommended him to all my family and friends and I had nothing but good reviews about the work he has done for them."
Cinthia M on June 2025
REL Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"We recently had new wood floors installed in our home, and the entire process was smooth and stress-free. The team was punctual, professional, and paid close attention to detail from start to finish. They helped us choose the right type of wood, completed the installation on schedule, and the craftsmanship is excellent. The floors look beautiful and completely transformed the space. We?re very happy with the results and would definitely recommend them to others."
Rachel M on May 2025
REL Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"We recently had new wood floors installed in our home, and the entire process was smooth and stress-free. The team was punctual, professional, and paid close attention to detail from start to finish. They helped us choose the right type of wood, completed the installation on schedule, and the craftsmanship is excellent. The floors look beautiful and completely transformed the space. We?re very happy with the results and would definitely recommend them to others."
Rachel M on May 2025
FAQs for deck and porch service projects in Hitchcock, TX
While the terms deck and porch are often used interchangeably, they are two distinct home features. Porches offer a roof that protects from the elements when coming and going from the house. Generally, porches are on the front of your home. On the other hand, decks are generally built in the backyard of a home and offer no roof or protection from the elements, like rain or snow. Porches typically require less maintenance and upkeep thanks to the roof, but both features require regular cleaning and repairs to maintain good condition.
The cost to build a deck is $8,025 on average. However, this cost can range anywhere from $1,500 to $22,000, depending on multiple factors, such as size, materials, and deck type. You can expect to pay $30 to $60 per square foot when building a new deck.
Cedar decks are often the most cost-effective option, ranging from $4 to $9 per square foot for materials. However, pressure-treated decking, which is resistant to rot, is more expensive, ranging from $15 to $25 per square foot for materials.
Yes, adding either a porch or deck (or both!) to your home can add value. Both of these features add character and curb appeal to your home, but even more importantly, they add an element of convenience. Plus, these home features create additional square footage of living space to your home. Adding a porch onto your home can give you a return on investment (ROI) of up to 84%, while adding a deck can provide an ROI of up to 80%.
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.
As with patios, there are many types of deck choices to choose from to add personalization to your home. Some common deck options include:
Attached decks are anchored to the home and include simple ground-level options or multi-level structures with stairways and separate landings.
Detached island decks are not attached to the home; they’re a freestanding structure in the yard.
Wraparound decks connect the back of the house with at least one other side and often are built with railings for safety.
Multi-level decks connect your deck through varying levels of elevation, featuring landings that are attached to stairs.
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