Use Sunroom as an Alternative to Full-Room Additions
                     U s e  S u n r o o m  as  a n  
 A l t e r na t i v e  t o  
Fu l l -   R o o m  
A d d i t i o n s
People think of adding a room to their homes either because they need more space or they are thinking of selling.  
Whatever may be the reason, having an extra space always proves fruitful and gives in more financial returns.
However, getting returns or not getting returns is not an issue but deciding what would turn out to be better really is the  
concern. There are two options available like, either you can have a sunroom or you can have a full-room.
This blog will take you through the benefits of having a sunroom as an alternative to a full-room addition.
So, if you are looking to add space to your home, one option is to hire a sunroom builder in Vancouver and get a sunroom 
 installed, other option is to hire a contractor to build a room addition which acts as an extension to the main footprint 
of  the house.
But many people go for sunrooms because of the high prices involved in the construction of a room.
Another reason people prefer sunroom is the space which bridges indoor and outdoor spaces with a comfortable  
supplemental living area.
Also, the fact that sunroom usually costs about half of a traditional stick-built addition makes it a very attractive option  
for most people.
D e f in it io n s
Stick-Built 
Addition
Stick-built is the term for any kind of structure that is built from 
scratch. In this  case, it is referred to house additions, room 
additions, and other bump-outs  which are constructed from wood, 
concrete, house sheathing, glass, and shingles.  Nearly every 
component is used during the construction of a home.
A true room addition will require a full electrical service and HVAC 
service. This  type of room adds to the official square footage of 
the premises of house.
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The term sunroom is usually called a recreational space that 
bridges indoor and  outdoor living areas. It is done usually with a 
considerable amount of wall space  which is dedicated to glass, 
often as much as 80%.
It is not necessary to have electricity connection or central 
heating/cooling service  in the sunroom. However, now many 
sunrooms have electrical services, and they  may even have 
supplemental heating and cooling services too. For instance, the  thr
ee-season sunroom does not necessarily has heating or other facility b
ut a four-  season sunroom definitely has.
Sunrooms are built on floating concrete slabs with shallow perimeter 
foundations,  almost like those used for garages; full basements 
beneath sunrooms are quite rare.
Prefabricated (DIY Kits) Vs 
Custom-Built  Sunrooms
In the sunroom category itself, there are two sub-categories.
Sunrooms can either be custom-built by a local general contractor 
who will design  and build the sunroom as per your specifications.
Such sunrooms have traditional stud-and-truss framing. These are 
formed by patio  doors or even by full-length windows.
But today, people also go by DIY option that is sunrooms are 
constructed from  prefabricated kits. These come with framework 
pieces of steel, aluminum, or  fiberglass, along with the glass 
panels for the walls.
Prefabricated sunroom additions are assembled in puzzle-like fashion, 
usually done  by qualified technicians. The fact that these are DIY kits, 
does not mean that  assembly is an easy DIY project.
A prefabricated sunroom is designed and fabricated off-site. Then it 
is shipped in  pieces to your home packed in flat cartons.
Assembly can be done by a homeowner, or more often done by 
a contractor  affiliated with the kit manufacturer.
Cost
The costs for sunrooms and build-in rooms vary enosrmously. The cost depends on a number of factors like 
the size and types of  sunrooms.
A small sunroom will cost you less compared to a large sunroom. Also, the price will vary according to the 
type of sunroom. For  instance, three-season sunroom and four-season sunroom both will cost you 
differently.
The same goes for the built-in rooms too. But apart from the size, generally too, a built-in room will cost you 
more than a sunroom.  So, it is suggested to get a sunroom installed than getting a room constructed in your 
home.
For premium services, you can contact the best sunroom builders i.e., Strong Build Sunrooms in Vancouver.
But before you get a sunroom installed; we would want to clarify some of the misconceptions that people 
have. So, let us burst  some of the myths.
Misconceptions
In order to get a sunroom, homeowners often make certain assumptions about sunrooms that needs to 
be corrected such as:  Sunrooms do not require building permits. In most communities, even the 
smallest sunroom kit or custom-built room may  require a building permit.
Prefabricated sunrooms i.e., DIY sunrooms are not always cheaper than custom-built sunrooms. There are 
many add-ons you  can specify for a prefabricated kit.
Sunrooms do not need a foundation. This is not true. Sunrooms are built from a scratch and needs foundation 
to stand on. But if  you convert a sunroom from a patio, then you may not necessarily need a foundation or 
a strong base.
Benefits of Adding a 
Sunroom
Higher Real Estate 
Value
Do sunrooms add value to a home? Yes! they do!
This is the very first benefit of adding any new square footage to your 
house.
A bigger house will command a higher real estate value and will also 
boost your curb  appeal. A sunroom can often cause your home’s value 
to shoot up even more when  you consider selling your home.
When you think of the value and price and if sunrooms are worth it, it 
is important to  consider the size of the investment too.
If you are wondering if it is beneficial to add a sunroom or no then just 
look at the  numbers. Get a quote on how much real estate value a 
finished sunroom will add to  your house. While every situation is 
unique, the odds are good that the ROI (return-  on-investment) 
sunrooms provide can make it worth your while.
If we put it in simple words, most home buyers will gladly pay a little 
extra for a home  that features a functional sunroom. If it faces a 
beautiful and lush backyard or some  other scenic view, the area will 
definitely get a good value on selling a house.
This extra real estate value will typically outweigh the cost of adding 
the sunroom in  the first place, thereby, making the home addition both 
a lifestyle and monetary gain.
Reduces 
Electricity Bill
Nobody likes to pay for utilities such as electricity bill, but 
unfortunately, there is no  real way to avoid them.
You would need light to see which means electricity.
Well, not always! With a sunroom, you are effectively giving yourself 
an entire room  which will be flooded with sunlight for hours.
Even on cloudy days, the sunroom will be bright enough to see clearly.
Natural 
Sunlight
You know those days when the sun comes in through the living room 
windows, and  you just keep on changing your chairs position so you 
keep on getting enough  sunlight. With a sunroom, you will not have 
to put yourself at a discomfort because  the area will provide you 
sunlight in abundance.
A sunroom will turn out to be a perfect place for you to relax with a 
book, a cup of tea,  coffee and your morning paper.
Apart from luxury, sunroom also offers relaxation and health benefits.
Use Extra Space for 
Hobbies
If you enjoy craft and if you also have a hobby but you do not have a separate room to pursue it, then having 
a sunroom would be a  lot more joy to you. You will get an extra space for yourself and have your me time.
You will get a space dedicated solely to you and your hobbies. Also, you will not have to worry about 
changing or converting any of  your rooms inside your home.
If your hobby has a potential to create mess, then what better than a room that is away from your living 
area? Nothing would be  better than a sunroom. Even if you will leave the mess in the sunroom to be 
cleaned another day, your house will remain tidy. Oh!  what a relief! Isn’t it?
Final Words
A sunroom is a tempting alternative to a conventional, full-sized room addition. On average, the sunrooms, 
light-bathed spaces are  cheaper than stick-built additions. Since fewer subcontractors are involved in the 
process, sunrooms go up quickly. Also, the space  added by a sunroom is defined as a supplemental space—not 
the essential living space that is offered by room addition. For many  homeowners today, a sunroom is a 
perfect choice.
So, if you are looking forward to getting a sunroom installed, just contact the Strong Build Sunrooms, the best 
sunroom builders in  Vancouver.
G E T  I N  T O U C H
15068-72 Ave, Surrey, British Columbia 
V3S 2G2
+1 778-320-0471
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