Q: What’s the difference between a sunroom and a covered patio?

A sunroom is a fully enclosed space with walls of windows or glass. It allows you to enjoy the outdoors from the comfort of the indoors, protected from bugs and weather. It functions as an additional room in your home. A covered patio extends your home's roof over an outdoor area, providing shade and shelter while remaining open to the fresh air. It's a great way to enjoy outdoor living while being protected from sun and rain.

Q: What is the most cost-effective method to enclose a porch?

Adding screens to your porch is the most budget-friendly way to enclose it. Screening keeps out insects and debris while letting you enjoy the breeze and outdoor ambiance. It's less expensive than installing full walls or glass enclosures and doesn't usually require permits, making it an efficient way to upgrade your porch.

Q: Do porches require foundations?

If you're transforming your porch into a fully enclosed living space like a sunroom, you'll likely need a sturdy foundation, such as a reinforced concrete slab, to support the structure. For a simple screened-in porch, you might be able to use the existing floor and support posts without additional foundation work. It's best to consult a professional to determine what's needed for your project.

Q: Is an enclosed porch considered a living space?

An enclosed porch can be considered a living space if it's fully enclosed with solid walls and windows, has a proper roof, and includes heating and cooling systems. It should also have direct access from inside your home. When these criteria are met, the space becomes an extension of your home's livable area.

Patio Enclosures - Shreveport

Patio Enclosures - Shreveport

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 96% of Angi customers

60 years of experience

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.

"Project was done in a timely manner and customer service was great"

Tammy T on September 2025

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.

"Project was done in a timely manner and customer service was great"

Tammy T on September 2025

Moretto Plumbing & Design

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Moretto Plumbing & Design

4.87(

129

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 95% of Angi customers

Moretto Plumbing & Design Bentonville, AR, 72712 (479) 262-9595 Moretto Plumbing & Design is a reputable plumber in Bentonville AR. Don't Hesitate to call us now! Get more with Moretto! Tankless Water Heaters, Water Heaters, Water Heater Installation, Water Line Replacement, Garbage Disposals, Toilet Installation, Drain Cleaning, Sewer Replacements, Water Maintenance Centerton AR Plumbing Contractor, Plumbing, Toilet Installation, Water Heater Installation, Water Line Replacement http://morettoplumbingar.com/

"I knew that I was going to need very good help with this water heater replacement. The old one was 22 years old and had a lot of sediment in it. Also the location was difficult to get to. Jack sheduled the appointment to fit my schedule. Brad and Mickey arrived promptly and tackled the situation. As expected, the drain was clogged and the tank was way too heavy to lift out without draining. When using air pressure failed, they pulled out a shop vac, jerry-rigged a small hose on the end and slowly suck out enough water to allow the tank to be lifted out. They're one of the best crews I've ever had working for me. I have my mechanic, my electrician, and now I have my plumbers. I'll never use anyone else and I highly recommend them."

Mike G on November 2019

Moretto Plumbing & Design Bentonville, AR, 72712 (479) 262-9595 Moretto Plumbing & Design is a reputable plumber in Bentonville AR. Don't Hesitate to call us now! Get more with Moretto! Tankless Water Heaters, Water Heaters, Water Heater Installation, Water Line Replacement, Garbage Disposals, Toilet Installation, Drain Cleaning, Sewer Replacements, Water Maintenance Centerton AR Plumbing Contractor, Plumbing, Toilet Installation, Water Heater Installation, Water Line Replacement http://morettoplumbingar.com/

"I knew that I was going to need very good help with this water heater replacement. The old one was 22 years old and had a lot of sediment in it. Also the location was difficult to get to. Jack sheduled the appointment to fit my schedule. Brad and Mickey arrived promptly and tackled the situation. As expected, the drain was clogged and the tank was way too heavy to lift out without draining. When using air pressure failed, they pulled out a shop vac, jerry-rigged a small hose on the end and slowly suck out enough water to allow the tank to be lifted out. They're one of the best crews I've ever had working for me. I have my mechanic, my electrician, and now I have my plumbers. I'll never use anyone else and I highly recommend them."

Mike G on November 2019

Ozark Wood Care

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Ozark Wood Care

4.71(

17

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Customers say: Quality work

20 years of experience

Ozark Wood Care provides a wide range of services and products to home owners throughout NW Arkansas, SW Missouri and Eastern Oklahoma. We specialize in eco friendly solutions for the care and maintenance of log and wood sided homes. We make maintaining your log cabin or wood sided vacation home easy!

Amazing EZ-Screen Porch Windows

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Amazing EZ-Screen Porch Windows

5.00(

7

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Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Amazing EZ-Screen Porch Windows are uniquely designed and custom-sized screen porch windows made to fit existing openings without expensive re-framing. They are also ideal for new construction. It’s easy to enclose your outdoor spaces. Versatile, rugged and attractive, they’re also a snap to operate. Open, they let the breeze in, closed they provide protection for rain, snow, wind, dust and the summer sun. Light weight, but heavy duty. Amazing EZ-Screen Porch Windows are constructed of durable extruded aluminum frames with a tough powder coat. The frames hold mesh screens and lightweight, vinyl-glazed panels in place. The strong 10-mil vinyl glaze we use provides panoramic views, while keeping the elements out. If the vinyl is accidentally distorted, it will return to its original shape within minutes. If cut or damaged, the vinyl can be easily replaced inexpensively. Clean with mild dishwashing detergent and a clear water rise. For best results, we recommend a final cleaning with EZ-Screen Vinyl Cleaner and Preservative, available through Amazing EZ-Screen Porch Windows. The Amazing EZ-Screen Porch Windows can ship your new windows directly to your home within 3 – 4 weeks. Our windows are delivered ready to be installed. We always say, “if you can operate a caulking gun and screw gun, then you can install your own windows”. We accept Visa, Master Card, and Discover.

"It went perfectly. I called and spoke to the office immediately. They came out the next day on a Sunday prepared to give an estimate and complete the job. Everything is done. They performed quality work with quality products, very professional, clean-cut, honest, efficient, fair price. We are very happy and highly recommend them."

Michele I on August 2019

Amazing EZ-Screen Porch Windows are uniquely designed and custom-sized screen porch windows made to fit existing openings without expensive re-framing. They are also ideal for new construction. It’s easy to enclose your outdoor spaces. Versatile, rugged and attractive, they’re also a snap to operate. Open, they let the breeze in, closed they provide protection for rain, snow, wind, dust and the summer sun. Light weight, but heavy duty. Amazing EZ-Screen Porch Windows are constructed of durable extruded aluminum frames with a tough powder coat. The frames hold mesh screens and lightweight, vinyl-glazed panels in place. The strong 10-mil vinyl glaze we use provides panoramic views, while keeping the elements out. If the vinyl is accidentally distorted, it will return to its original shape within minutes. If cut or damaged, the vinyl can be easily replaced inexpensively. Clean with mild dishwashing detergent and a clear water rise. For best results, we recommend a final cleaning with EZ-Screen Vinyl Cleaner and Preservative, available through Amazing EZ-Screen Porch Windows. The Amazing EZ-Screen Porch Windows can ship your new windows directly to your home within 3 – 4 weeks. Our windows are delivered ready to be installed. We always say, “if you can operate a caulking gun and screw gun, then you can install your own windows”. We accept Visa, Master Card, and Discover.

"It went perfectly. I called and spoke to the office immediately. They came out the next day on a Sunday prepared to give an estimate and complete the job. Everything is done. They performed quality work with quality products, very professional, clean-cut, honest, efficient, fair price. We are very happy and highly recommend them."

Michele I on August 2019

Hanke Brothers

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Hanke Brothers

4.27(

26

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Customers say: Super punctual

49 years of experience

Additional fax - (501) 262-1686.

Ozark Mountain Glass Inc

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Ozark Mountain Glass Inc

5.00(

4

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Licensed, Bonded, Insured. Family Owned and Operated. 1-5 Employees. Sub-contracting available. Fair Pricing.

Retractableawnings

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Retractableawnings

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Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 90% of Angi customers

Retractableawnings.com® is considered a RETRACTABLE awning industry expert hired by architects, landscape architects, exterior/interior designers, builders and contractors worldwide on a consulting basis. Retractableawnings.com® is a specialty fabricator, distributor & installer of all types of exterior RETRACTABLE sun, rain, wind, bug & snow protection systems including but not limited to: ≡ Retractable folding lateral arm awnings ≡ Retractable patio and deck pergola cover systems ≡ Retractable vertical drop arm awnings ≡ Retractable screens ≡ Retractable canopy awnings ≡ Retractable telescopic awnings ≡ Retractable side arm awnings ≡ Retractable free standing awnings ≡ Retractable louver roof systems ≡ Retractable shade sail systems ≡ Retractable skylight cover systems ≡ Rotating louver roof systems ≡ Electric & motorized awnings In business for 38 years and a Better Business Bureau member for 32 years without a single active complaint on file and an A+ rating. Retractableawnings.com® also maintains a 12 year A rating on Angi.com (f/k/a Angieslist.com). The above ratings are the highest ratings available on both websites. We ship & install worldwide and have a database of installers worldwide at www.awninginstallers.com (owned by Retractableawnings.com®) Inc.com verified profile at: https://www.inc.com/profile/retractableawnings-com Memberships Include: ● Professional Awnings Manufacturers Association - PAMA member ● American Institute of Architects - AIA Allied member ● American Society of Landscape Architects - ASLA Allied member ● Advanced Textiles Association - ATA member ● Better Business Bureau - BBB member Retractableawnings.com® offers proprietary 3D rendering technology which provides a visual 3D rendering of what our products will look like on a home or commercial building. In addition, we offer our exclusive custom built awning advisor at this link: https://www.retractableawnings.com/choose-your-awning.html

"I ordered LED lights for my awning at the time of purchase and paid in advance. The lights were not included at a cost of $1700. They will not return my calls."

kevin h on January 2025

Retractableawnings.com® is considered a RETRACTABLE awning industry expert hired by architects, landscape architects, exterior/interior designers, builders and contractors worldwide on a consulting basis. Retractableawnings.com® is a specialty fabricator, distributor & installer of all types of exterior RETRACTABLE sun, rain, wind, bug & snow protection systems including but not limited to: ≡ Retractable folding lateral arm awnings ≡ Retractable patio and deck pergola cover systems ≡ Retractable vertical drop arm awnings ≡ Retractable screens ≡ Retractable canopy awnings ≡ Retractable telescopic awnings ≡ Retractable side arm awnings ≡ Retractable free standing awnings ≡ Retractable louver roof systems ≡ Retractable shade sail systems ≡ Retractable skylight cover systems ≡ Rotating louver roof systems ≡ Electric & motorized awnings In business for 38 years and a Better Business Bureau member for 32 years without a single active complaint on file and an A+ rating. Retractableawnings.com® also maintains a 12 year A rating on Angi.com (f/k/a Angieslist.com). The above ratings are the highest ratings available on both websites. We ship & install worldwide and have a database of installers worldwide at www.awninginstallers.com (owned by Retractableawnings.com®) Inc.com verified profile at: https://www.inc.com/profile/retractableawnings-com Memberships Include: ● Professional Awnings Manufacturers Association - PAMA member ● American Institute of Architects - AIA Allied member ● American Society of Landscape Architects - ASLA Allied member ● Advanced Textiles Association - ATA member ● Better Business Bureau - BBB member Retractableawnings.com® offers proprietary 3D rendering technology which provides a visual 3D rendering of what our products will look like on a home or commercial building. In addition, we offer our exclusive custom built awning advisor at this link: https://www.retractableawnings.com/choose-your-awning.html

"I ordered LED lights for my awning at the time of purchase and paid in advance. The lights were not included at a cost of $1700. They will not return my calls."

kevin h on January 2025

Hill's Remodeling & Handyman Service

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Hill's Remodeling & Handyman Service

5.00(

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

We do all remodeling & new construction. Will work Saturday but not Sunday in order to attend Church with my family. Will provide 24 hour emergency services on Sundays.