Sunroom Installation Process: From Design to Completion

Adding a sunroom to your home is one of the best things you can do for it. Many homeowners report that their sunroom is their favorite room in the house. It lets in natural light, gives you more space to live, and lets you enjoy the outdoors in comfort while keeping you safe from bugs, rain, heat, and Georgia's thick spring pollen. Adding a sunroom built by Builders America is easy and stress-free from the first design meeting to the final walkthrough.

Step 1: Talk to us about your plans for the space.

Before we say anything, we want to hear from you.  How do you plan to use the space?  Is this for year-around use, or occasional protection from the sun or rain, or somewhere in between?  How much do you hate pollen (ok, we already know the answer to that one).

A Builders America design consultant will meet with you discuss your needs and desires.  Identifying the differences between a screened porch, a three-season sunroom, and a four-season sunroom will go a long way to refine the long list of options into a manageable number to consider.

Here are some of the most important things to talk about: 

• What the space will be used for, such as working from home, relaxing, or family fun.
• The amount of sunlight you get and where it comes from
• Decisions about the size, layout, and design
• Your financial expectations for the project.

This step makes sure that the sunroom works with your home and your lifestyle so that it doesn't feel like just an extra room.

Step 2: Measure the Site and Make Selections

The next step is to evaluate and measure the building location as the general idea is falling into place. This means checking rooflines, foundations or decks, drainage, and attachment points to make sure that adding a sunroom will not create unsafe conditions.

Right now, careful planning will keep the project on track and prevent costly changes from happening later.

Step 3: Choosing the materials and features

Choosing the right materials is very important for comfort and long-term performance, especially in Metro Atlanta.  Humidity and intense sun can take a toll on any outdoor structure.  Careful planning will make sure it lasts a lifetime.

Here are some common choices

• Three-season sunrooms with Flex-Vinyl windows extend the seasons by letting the fresh air in but keep rain, bugs and pine pollen out.
• Four-season glass sunrooms save energy in places that are used all year.
• Insulated roof systems help keep the temperature in check while protecting you from whatever mother nature throws our way.

Flex-Vinyl windows are very popular in metro Atlanta neighborhoods because they keep porches clean during pollen season, dry during storms, and comfortable when the weather turns cool.  and you can still open them to enjoy the fresh air.

Step 4: Get the right permits and get ready to start working

Before beginning construction, Builders America secures all the necessary permits to ensure that the sunroom complies with all local laws and regulations. This step protects homeowners and makes sure the work is done right and in accordance with state and local building codes.

Once permits have been issued, the work can begin. Skilled carpenters, guided by an experienced crew leader and a project manager, attend to every detail of your project, from material ordering, through scheduling and production. 

While Builders America is working on your home, we welcome your questions, concerns, and input.  If you are unavailable due to work or personal matters, we can work independently and keep you updated on the progress via daily logs and pictures.

Step 5: The Final Touches

While we will be constantly reviewing the progress during production, we always take a final walkthrough with you to identify any punch list items that might need some additional work.  We won’t be satisfied until we have exceeded your expectations.  

We will be checking to make sure that everything looks good, works correctly, and compliments your home. This will be your opportunity to ask questions about the proper operation of any fixtures and furnishings we’ve installed.

Step 6: After It’s All Done

Even after the final walkthrough, Builders America will be here to support you any questions or concerns you might have.  Whether it’s a question about how to properly clean Flex-Vinyl windows, or a light fixture that goes on the fritz, we stand behind our work and the materials that we install.  We’ll back up the manufacturer’s warranties and make sure that you are enjoying your sunroom for years to come. (And we’ll be here when you are ready to start your next project).

Conclusion

The Builders America sunroom process is all about making sure the job is done correctly, safely, and that the homeowner is happy with the final results. Whether you want a glass-enclosed space that you can use all year round, a three-season sunroom with Flex-Vinyl windows, or a screened porch to keep out the bugs, the right team can make all the difference.

Builders America will make your sunroom your favorite room in the house.

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