One of the most versatile and elegant structures that you can add to your home is a sunroom. A sunroom is an enclosed structure that is attached to the exterior of your home creating an intimate space over existing concrete patios and decks. Sunrooms are also known as sun porches or solariums, but sunroom is the most common term. A sunroom is normally constructed of strong light-weight frame using materials such as aluminum or vinyl covered wood. Durable lexan panels are then added to the frame and the result is a fully enclosed structure.

Many sunrooms have removable window panels that that can be replaced with screens in the summer months. This creates a screened porch effect that is cooler than the fully enclosed room. Also, most sunrooms have a sun shade that can be extended over the roof to block light and further reduce heat buildup. In addition to these standard features a number of manufactures provide extras such as pet doors, ceiling fans, and custom lighting to make the sunroom even more useful.

If you are looking for sunrooms online, you should be aware that most manufactures will request your location and desired style and size before they provide you with a quote. This is because they normally have dealers in your area and they are obligated to pass on your contact information to the local dealer in one is available. If there is no dealer in the area, they will deal with you directly. There are some do it yourself sunroom suppliers who will provide detailed pricing online. Most notably Sunporch Structures Inc has a very nice system that allows you to pick and choose features and add-ons so you can get an accurate price estimate. They also ship the units directly from the factory at a significant savings. You need to be handy however since assembling a sunroom can be a daunting task.

Depending on the size and features you want for your sunroom, you can expect to pay between $4,000 and $18,000 or more. For example, a 6’ by 6’ sunroom will cost you around $4000 and a 6’ by 20’ room will run you around $8,000. You should expect the average cost of your sunroom to be in the neighborhood of $75 per square foot. Also, be sure to check the local building codes to ensure you have the correct permits before you begin your project