Screened Porch Builder in Hampton Roads

Major cost factors include room size, whether a new roof or foundation is needed, screen wall height, number of doors, roof style, ceiling finish, electrical work, railing, floor work, demolition, and access. Custom openings and repairs to an existing deck or porch can also add cost.

Yes, if those upgrades are possible in the future. Eze-Breeze and glass systems have specific panel sizes, tracks, framing, and load requirements. Planning the openings now can make a later conversion easier and reduce the chance that screen walls must be removed and rebuilt.

Start with how you want to use the space, the months you want to use it, your budget, and the existing structure. A deck provides open-air living; a screen room adds insect protection; an enclosure extends seasonal use; a four-season sunroom adds conditioned space; and a patio cover or pavilion provides shade and rain protection.

Standard fiberglass screen offers good airflow and visibility at a moderate cost. Pet-resistant screen is heavier and more durable in lower panels but can reduce openness slightly. Privacy or solar screen may reduce glare and visibility from outside, but it also changes airflow and the view. Different meshes can be used in different sections.