Patio Enclosures® brand sunrooms, solariums and screen rooms have been trusted by homeowners since 1966 and are renowned for their exceptional quality and craftsmanship. Every Patio Enclosures room is custom designed and custom manufactured specifically for you and your home. Whether you are planning to enclose an existing porch or patio space or add a whole new space while maximizing your view of the outdoors, Patio Enclosures screen and glass systems are an ideal choice for your home. And they’re backed with a limited lifetime warranty. Our Patio Enclosures experts will assess your space, listen to your needs and make recommendations to design the perfect room for you and your home. Give us a call at 1-800-230-8301 to start your project today! We offer a free, no obligation in-home design consultation and estimate along with a wide range of affordable low monthly and no interest payment plans. To learn more about Patio Enclosures®, visit our website www.patioenclosures.com.
"They are straight forward, and things are custom made. So, nothing is pieced together from stuff from a hardware store. The people are kind and up front and I have already recommended them to family members."
Shane A on June 2023
Patio Enclosures® brand sunrooms, solariums and screen rooms have been trusted by homeowners since 1966 and are renowned for their exceptional quality and craftsmanship. Every Patio Enclosures room is custom designed and custom manufactured specifically for you and your home. Whether you are planning to enclose an existing porch or patio space or add a whole new space while maximizing your view of the outdoors, Patio Enclosures screen and glass systems are an ideal choice for your home. And they’re backed with a limited lifetime warranty. Our Patio Enclosures experts will assess your space, listen to your needs and make recommendations to design the perfect room for you and your home. Give us a call at 1-800-230-8301 to start your project today! We offer a free, no obligation in-home design consultation and estimate along with a wide range of affordable low monthly and no interest payment plans. To learn more about Patio Enclosures®, visit our website www.patioenclosures.com.
"They are straight forward, and things are custom made. So, nothing is pieced together from stuff from a hardware store. The people are kind and up front and I have already recommended them to family members."
Shane A on June 2023
Joyce, America's Factory Direct Home Improvement Company, is Pennsylvania's premier home improvement company. We are family owned and have over 70 years of experience in the window, sunroom and home remodeling industry. Our products are manufactured in Ohio at Joyce Manufacturing. Our headquarters are located at the manufacturing facility headquarters, along with our beautiful showroom and 165,000 Sq Ft manufacturing plant. We provide factory direct pricing, quality workmanship and the service of a family-owned company. Our services include windows, sunrooms, bath & shower remodeling, doors, siding, patio doors and more! At Joyce Factory Direct of PA, we understand that your home is your biggest investment and maintaining and improving it is a good decision. Make a good decision even better by selecting Joyce Factory Direct of PA to improve your home!
"The guys were great but they are very expensive"
Lorri W on July 2024
Joyce, America's Factory Direct Home Improvement Company, is Pennsylvania's premier home improvement company. We are family owned and have over 70 years of experience in the window, sunroom and home remodeling industry. Our products are manufactured in Ohio at Joyce Manufacturing. Our headquarters are located at the manufacturing facility headquarters, along with our beautiful showroom and 165,000 Sq Ft manufacturing plant. We provide factory direct pricing, quality workmanship and the service of a family-owned company. Our services include windows, sunrooms, bath & shower remodeling, doors, siding, patio doors and more! At Joyce Factory Direct of PA, we understand that your home is your biggest investment and maintaining and improving it is a good decision. Make a good decision even better by selecting Joyce Factory Direct of PA to improve your home!
"The guys were great but they are very expensive"
Lorri W on July 2024
Here at Tri-State Contracting Inc, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are a veteran owned locally operated company. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"He's very personable guy, he is reasonable and work with you!"
Thomas S on April 2025
Here at Tri-State Contracting Inc, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are a veteran owned locally operated company. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"He's very personable guy, he is reasonable and work with you!"
Thomas S on April 2025
Betterliving of Pittsburgh's president, Ray Hepp, lives, breathes and sleeps Sunrooms. You will never meet a person so passionate about how much a Betterliving sunroom will improve your life - and your outlook on life! For two years, Ray has been the top salesman, nationwide, for Betterliving sunrooms. He has thousands of delighted homeowners in and around the Pittsburgh area. These versatile enclosures give you and your family the opportunity to enjoy all that is wonderful about the outdoors & safe from nature's hassles of rain, cold winds, bothersome bugs and blaring sun. Every day will seem like a vacation and every activity more enjoyable in your own special place. What better way to extend your home's living space than with a custom built Betterliving Patio Room? Walls of glass bring gracious living to any home, transforming an empty patio, deck or porch into an inviting retreat nestled in the natural beauty of the outdoors.
"They were great. Very helpful in explaining everything and answering questions. I didnâ t feel pressured like I did with other companies we interviewed."
Terence/ marian H on February 2022
Betterliving of Pittsburgh's president, Ray Hepp, lives, breathes and sleeps Sunrooms. You will never meet a person so passionate about how much a Betterliving sunroom will improve your life - and your outlook on life! For two years, Ray has been the top salesman, nationwide, for Betterliving sunrooms. He has thousands of delighted homeowners in and around the Pittsburgh area. These versatile enclosures give you and your family the opportunity to enjoy all that is wonderful about the outdoors & safe from nature's hassles of rain, cold winds, bothersome bugs and blaring sun. Every day will seem like a vacation and every activity more enjoyable in your own special place. What better way to extend your home's living space than with a custom built Betterliving Patio Room? Walls of glass bring gracious living to any home, transforming an empty patio, deck or porch into an inviting retreat nestled in the natural beauty of the outdoors.
"They were great. Very helpful in explaining everything and answering questions. I didnâ t feel pressured like I did with other companies we interviewed."
Terence/ marian H on February 2022
Kahoalii Koncrete 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.
"Very professional and friendly!"
Joel G on December 2023
Kahoalii Koncrete 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.
"Very professional and friendly!"
Joel G on December 2023
Luxury Contractor and Designer in one! A true Design Build where you can sit back, relax, and watch your home be transformed into your dream home. 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! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"It was a pleasure to work with Pittsburgh remodeling queen. Victoria always delivers what is promised. She transformed to my basement guest room into a beautiful gym. Gave me everything that I wanted. She is easy to communicate with, and does the utmost to make sure you are happy with her design."
Danika H on January 2024
Luxury Contractor and Designer in one! A true Design Build where you can sit back, relax, and watch your home be transformed into your dream home. 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! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"It was a pleasure to work with Pittsburgh remodeling queen. Victoria always delivers what is promised. She transformed to my basement guest room into a beautiful gym. Gave me everything that I wanted. She is easy to communicate with, and does the utmost to make sure you are happy with her design."
Danika H on January 2024
Green Landscaping is a family owned and full service landscape and hardscape company serving the North Hills of Pittsburgh. We take pride in our work giving you a quality product. The owner Cullen looks over all jobs and and ensures customer satisfaction no matter the size or price. We are fully insured and offer free estimates.
"Cullen was able to turn the mess which was left from a previous contractor into a beautiful backyard. He was responsive to our questions. His crew was great! They got the work done timely and the results were awesome! We will definitely use Cullen and his team in the future for any landscaping needs."
Celeste L on November 2023
Green Landscaping is a family owned and full service landscape and hardscape company serving the North Hills of Pittsburgh. We take pride in our work giving you a quality product. The owner Cullen looks over all jobs and and ensures customer satisfaction no matter the size or price. We are fully insured and offer free estimates.
"Cullen was able to turn the mess which was left from a previous contractor into a beautiful backyard. He was responsive to our questions. His crew was great! They got the work done timely and the results were awesome! We will definitely use Cullen and his team in the future for any landscaping needs."
Celeste L on November 2023
With 14 years of experience, JDS Services provides our customers with the best quality complete landscaping service. We are here to build relationships with our customers, communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you! Give us a call soon!
"Justin and his entire team were awesome to work with. He was very attentive to every detail of the project. He cares about the level of work he and his team give to the client to ensure it comes out right and for a very fair price. He is easy to get in touch with and we are very pleased with this experience. We plan to use this company for future projects we have in mind!"
Mike J on March 2025
With 14 years of experience, JDS Services provides our customers with the best quality complete landscaping service. We are here to build relationships with our customers, communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you! Give us a call soon!
"Justin and his entire team were awesome to work with. He was very attentive to every detail of the project. He cares about the level of work he and his team give to the client to ensure it comes out right and for a very fair price. He is easy to get in touch with and we are very pleased with this experience. We plan to use this company for future projects we have in mind!"
Mike J on March 2025
John J Corcoran Construction Co is your premier company for custom carpentry and renovation projects. We specialize in building and renovating decks and porches, kitchens and baths, gazebos and pergolas. We also do rough framing for houses and additions, sheds and barns, and finished basements. In addition, we do light commercial construction. With 45 years in business, our family owned and operated company has the experience and knowledge to complete the most complicated projects. We strive to satisfy all of our customers and will go the extra mile to make sure you're completely happy with the finished product.
"No one else wanted to do the structural job we needed done to make our deck safe. Everyone else wanted a new build when the deck was still in good shape. I was so happy I found him to do the job that no one else wanted too."
Lauri S on January 2025
John J Corcoran Construction Co is your premier company for custom carpentry and renovation projects. We specialize in building and renovating decks and porches, kitchens and baths, gazebos and pergolas. We also do rough framing for houses and additions, sheds and barns, and finished basements. In addition, we do light commercial construction. With 45 years in business, our family owned and operated company has the experience and knowledge to complete the most complicated projects. We strive to satisfy all of our customers and will go the extra mile to make sure you're completely happy with the finished product.
"No one else wanted to do the structural job we needed done to make our deck safe. Everyone else wanted a new build when the deck was still in good shape. I was so happy I found him to do the job that no one else wanted too."
Lauri S on January 2025
We are a small locally owned and operated remodeling business located in Apollo Pa, We do all size jobs from monor repairs to major over hauls I have been doing this work for 22 years and enjoy what I do. Our prices are very competitive because we are a smaller business un like those huge chain remodeling companies who just want to rob you of your hard earned money. we are dependable, clean, and get all jobs done in a timely manner.We are certified in lead paint removal for those older homes around the Burg. We proudly serve Pittsburgh and surrounding areas
"Excellent work; very thorough and meticulous. Cleaned up their work at the end of each day. Very happy with the results."
Sharon P on March 2025
We are a small locally owned and operated remodeling business located in Apollo Pa, We do all size jobs from monor repairs to major over hauls I have been doing this work for 22 years and enjoy what I do. Our prices are very competitive because we are a smaller business un like those huge chain remodeling companies who just want to rob you of your hard earned money. we are dependable, clean, and get all jobs done in a timely manner.We are certified in lead paint removal for those older homes around the Burg. We proudly serve Pittsburgh and surrounding areas
"Excellent work; very thorough and meticulous. Cleaned up their work at the end of each day. Very happy with the results."
Sharon P on March 2025
A solarium represents a specialized sunroom variant constructed almost entirely from glass, including ceiling elements in most designs, to maximize daylight penetration. While every solarium qualifies as a sunroom, standard sunrooms feature conventional roofing and partial glass walls. True solariums require specialized engineering and materials, starting around $30,000 compared to basic sunrooms that begin around $6,000, but they deliver unmatched brightness and visual openness.
Construction timelines for average sunroom projects range from two to four weeks, while more elaborate or custom solarium installations may extend up to six months. Factors influencing completion include design complexity, permit processing, weather conditions, and material availability. Factory-built systems install more quickly than custom designs, but comprehensive projects require thorough planning, proper permitting, and sequential construction phases from foundation to finishing.
High-performance insulated glass with low-emissivity coatings provides optimal thermal management for most installations. Safety requirements mandate tempered or laminated construction for all panels. Southern exposures benefit from solar-control technologies that minimize heat accumulation, while northern installations prioritize thermal retention properties. Quality glazing represents a substantial portion of your overall investment, making it essential to balance performance specifications with budget considerations.
Most jurisdictions classify solariums as permanent structural additions requiring standard building permits ranging from $250 to $1,500. Projects incorporating electrical systems, climate control, or plumbing require additional specialized permits. Many municipalities also mandate architectural review, particularly in historically designated districts or planned communities. Proceeding without proper authorization risks significant financial penalties and potential mandatory removal, making proper permitting an essential investment.