Sunroom construction in Holly Springs & the Triangle
If you love your yard but hate the pollen, bugs, heat, and winter chill, a sunroom or screened porch adds the extra living space you’ll actually use. In our experience, the big questions are comfort and cost: 3-season vs 4-season, how to heat/cool it, and whether it will match your home. We design and build sunrooms that feel original—bright, quiet, and comfortable—so mornings, game days, and family time move outdoors more days each year.
What makes ours work: a real comfort plan. We size insulation and air-sealing properly, spec low-E/argon window and door packages, and choose the right HVAC (extend ducts or a quiet mini-split) for year-round use. We handle roofline tie-ins, flashing, and exterior matches (siding/brick/trim/roof), plus permits and HOA in Wake, Chatham, and Durham counties—no guesswork, no “tacked-on” look.
We’re a family-run team with 26+ years in the Triangle, licensed and insured in NC, A+ BBB rated, serving Holly Springs, Cary, Apex, Raleigh, Fuquay-Varina, and nearby. Tell us how you want to use the space—quiet coffee spot, kid zone, or four-season lounge—and we’ll map a clear plan, timeline, and budget.
Screened porch vs. sunroom — which fits your life?
Screened porches win for breezy spring/fall evenings at a lower cost. Sunrooms (3- or 4-season) win when you want light + year-round comfort.
Screened porch
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- Best for: fresh air, bug control, lower budget
- Envelope: screened walls, real roof, no conditioning
- Comfort: fans + shade; seasonal use
- Finishes: porch ceilings, composite/wood floors, outdoor-rated lighting
- Great add-ons: privacy screens, heaters, TV mount, storage bench
Sunroom (conditioned)
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- Best for: four-season use, quiet, pollen-free space
- Envelope: insulated walls/roof, low-E windows/doors, air-sealed
- Comfort: extend ducts or add a quiet mini-split
- Finishes: LVP/tile, electrical layout for outlets/lighting, window treatments
- Great add-ons: large sliders, transoms, skylights, radiant floor heat
How to choose (fast):
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- Want to use it in July & January? → Sunroom
- Mostly evenings in spring/fall? → Screened porch
- Sensitive to pollen/noise? → Sunroom
- Tight budget but big impact? → Screened porch
Not sure yet? Tell us how you’ll use the space and we’ll price both paths with clear pros/cons. To schedule an estimate for your sunroom project please call (919) 995-6325 or fill out our contact form and we’ll get right back to you.
How Much Does It Cost To Build A Sunroom?
Screened Porch
A breezy, bug-free hangout with a real roof, screening system that won’t sag, finished ceiling, and fan/light. Best seasonal value. Price moves with size, roof complexity, electrical, and flooring (wood/composite).
Cost $25k-$60k+
Depending On Size and Scope
3-Season Sunroom
Fully enclosed with insulated roof/walls and low-E windows for spring/fall (and many mild winter days). Not typically tied to HVAC. Cost depends on glass package, door style (sliders/French), and foundation/tie-in.
Cost $45k-$100k+
Depending On Size and Scope
4-Season Sunroom
Year-round comfort: insulated, air-sealed envelope, low-E/argon windows and doors, plus a ducted tie-in or quiet mini-split. Feels like part of the house. Price is driven by window/door package, HVAC choice, foundation, and roofline integration.
Cost $60k-$150k+
Depending On Size and Scope
How we design & build your sunroom
A great sunroom starts with how you want to use it—and ends with a space that feels original to your home. Here’s our simple, low-stress approach.
1) We listen first.
How you’ll use the room (coffee spot, kid zone, four-season lounge), your budget, and timing.
2) We measure and map it.
Precise measurements, roof tie-in confirmed, right foundation (piers, slab, or crawl), smart window/door layout for light and flow.
3) We plan comfort.
Insulation and air-sealing, low-E/argon windows, and HVAC (extend ducts or a quiet mini-split) so it works in July and January.
4) We make it look original.
Clean roof/flash tie-ins; matched siding/brick/trim/roof; interior finishes that blend with the rest of your home.
5) We handle approvals and schedule.
Drawings, permits, HOA in Wake/Chatham/Durham, long-lead orders placed, clear build timeline shared up front.
6) We build cleanly and finish right.
Protected floors/yard, tidy site, steady updates, detailed walkthrough, care tips, and a written warranty.
Ready to see what fits your home in Holly Springs or the Triangle? Tell us how you’ll use the space and we’ll map a clear plan and price. Book a consultation or call (919) 995-6325.
These are ball park prices to give you a rough idea as to what you should expect for the cost of a new 3 or 4 season sunroom. If you need a firm price please request a consultation so we can view your potential sunroom project, listen to your ideas, and determine the actual scope of work required to complete your new sunroom.
Frequently Asked Sunroom Questions
A screened porch keeps bugs out and air flowing—great for spring/fall at a lower cost (no heating/cooling). A sunroom is enclosed with insulated walls/roof and low-E windows/doors; add HVAC and you’ll use it most days of the year.
3-season: insulated and enclosed, comfortable most of the year without dedicated HVAC.
4-season (conditioned): fully insulated + air-sealed with a mini-split or ducted tie-in for true year-round use.
Usually a quiet mini-split (great control, efficient) or an extension of existing ducts (if capacity allows). We size the system and glazing so it’s comfortable in July and January.
Sometimes. We’ll verify footings, framing, and ledger. Many decks aren’t designed for a roof load or walls; a rebuild of the structure is often the safer path—especially for a sunroom.
Design/selections 2–6 weeks → permits/HOA 2–8 weeks → build 3–10+ weeks (screened porches are faster than conditioned sunrooms). We’ll give you a clear timeline before we start.
We tie into the roofline, flash correctly, and match siding/brick/trim/roof so it looks original—inside and out.
Low-E/argon windows and quality sliders/French doors sized for light and views. We’ll balance solar gain, glare, and budget.
A proper comfort plan: insulation + air-sealing, the right glass, shading/fan strategy, and correctly sized HVAC. We also specify quiet exhaust where needed.
Yes. We prepare drawings and submit permits/HOA across Wake, Chatham, and Durham counties, then coordinate inspections.
For sunrooms: LVP or tile handle temperature swings well. For porches: pressure-treated, cedar, or composite (Trex®) depending on maintenance goals.
Absolutely—outlet layout, ceiling fans, recessed or low-glare lighting, and media wiring are part of our plan.
Only conditioned space (insulated, air-sealed, and heated/cooled to code) typically counts. We’ll design to meet local requirements if that’s your goal.
