Sunrooms can add so much to a home. They let in a beautiful amount of light, create a peaceful area for a retreat, watch the rainfall, and much more. A sunroom cost can vary whether you’re having the entire room installed or looking to enclose an existing area such as a porch or deck. Unfortunately, you will rarely find a company that lays out the exact cost of a sunroom project because each house is unique with different measurements, space to work with, even styles of the owners. Here are some of the factors that need to be considered when it comes to your brand new sunroom cost.
The Size
The size of the sunroom will be the most significant factor in the price. The size dictates other choices like the roof, walls, materials, and more. The larger the room, the more expensive it will be.
How the Walls Perform
What type of walls do you want your sunroom to have? Do you want it to be screened in walls to feel the outside breeze? What about single or double-paned glass? The choice will change the overall cost.
The Type of Roof
There are several roof options when it comes to sunrooms. Solid roofs are standard, but some sunrooms have the option of a glass roof. The biggest issue you run into is that you won’t get the same insulation as solid or paneled roofs.
The Add-Ons
If you still want light coming through, but want the solid roof, a great option is to have skylights installed. It allows plenty of natural light to get in and the view of the sky.
Other Aspects of the Sunroom
While the majority of the sunroom design is your decision, there are a few things that you might need to pay for that are out of your control. Some might include:
- Updating or adding to the existing foundation for the sunroom
- The building codes for the area
- The National Electrical Code required for the sunroom
- And, many more! Ask your contractor to review these extra charges with you
