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Outdated Screened Porch Gets A New Life

Sometimes a quick fix doesn’t quite do the job when you want a custom porch transformation.

Warner Robins screened porch
New look and feel from our screened porch update in Warner Robins, GA.

These Warner Robins homeowners had a screened porch originally built out of non-pressure treated lumber. As such, the walls were starting to rot, not to mention that the screened porch panels were too close together. While looking for screened porch builders, they asked Archadeck of Central Ga to take care of the maintenance issues related to the rotting porch and open up the structure for more enjoyment and better aesthetics.

For instance, take this original screened porch in Warner Robins, GA. It needed attention and creative usability thinking to make it a better low-maintenance outdoor living room for the family. Sadly, the family felt sequestered when trying to relax inside; it and we really needed to remedy that.

  • Before the update.
  • Warner Robins screened porch
    After the update.

Instead of conveying a sense of outdoor living enjoyment, the tightly enclosed area with an obstructed view of the backyard was just plain sad.

First things first, our construction team leader and crew carefully removed the structure so that the adjacent hardscape patio remained untouched.

Replacing the rotting wood, we installed new walls and supports throughout. And we switched out the three-foot-wide screened door leading to the patio with a twelve-foot wide sliding door, allowing huge open access to their backyard.

Spanning the majority of the newly designed screened porch, this large opening accommodated more people and better utilized the patio outside.

Warner Robins screened porch upgrade

The homeowners were able to install a TV inside the new (improved)  porch custom design, and with the newly expanded sliding door access, it could be viewed from virtually any perspective – inside and out. And for Sunday NFL football fans, that was the cherry atop the proverbial sundae.

This new outdoor room also features all-new supports and new LVL headers. Laminated veneer lumber (LVL) is an engineered wood product that is fabricated with multiple layers of thin wood assembled with adhesives. It is typically used for headers, beams, rim board and edge-forming material. Due to its composite nature, it is much less likely than conventional lumber to warp, twist, bow, or shrink, which makes it perfect for this porch transformation.

For further protection and longevity, we also wrapped everything in white PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) to eliminate maintenance.

The white screen frame you see in the finished porch picture is white aluminum, which we did as a favor for the family.

EVERYTHING OLD CAN BE NEW AGAIN WITH ARCHADECK OUTDOOR LIVING

Are you ready to have the outdoor space you always imagined possible? Contact Archadeck of Central GA to get started. We are your local custom deck design and build experts.

Stephen Denton Archadeck Augusta square lr
Stephen Denton, owner Archadeck of Central GA.

Screened Porch

Screened Porch and Deck Combo in Macon GA’s Historic District

Archadeck of Central Georgia was called on by these Macon homeowners to upgrade their existing wooden deck to create an attractive and more usable outdoor living space.

These homeowners wished for an outdoor living area, which offered privacy and protection from the elements by way of a screened porch.  Their existing wooden deck was aged, and structurally unable to facilitate the weight of a roof and walls for screening, so we replaced the entire structure to suit today’s building codes.

Historic Macon Georgia home – before new screened porch and deck
Historic Macon Georgia home – before new screened porch and deck.

Archadeck of Central GA is your tried and trusted screened porch builder

Archadeck can address challenges in building your new porch
Archadeck can address challenges in building your new porch.

One of the many benefits of hiring Archadeck of Central Georgia to be your outdoor living builder, is that we can identify and correct challenges in building.  This home in the historic district of Macon, was built in the 1920’s.  There was a challenge in that the brick was separating from the home.  After tearing down the old deck, the homeowner fixed the brick, so we could make the proper home connection with the new porch and deck.  The home’s existing overhang also required a new post and beam system, which we installed.  We also faced a difficult roof connection, which we were able to properly address when adding the new porch roof.  The screened porch has a gable roof, which we tied into a flat roof.  To accommodate proper connection, we changed the pitch at the back of the porch, and built a hip tie-in.

One space becomes two with a screened porch and deck combination

Traditional wood-framed screened porch and deck in Macon GA
Traditional wood-framed screened porch and deck in Macon GA.

Many of our porch clients choose to add decks for a number of reasons.  It’s not only nice to have a choice to enjoy an enclosed outdoor space, or bask in the sunshine in an open space, but it also creates an open area, where homeowners can place their grills and smokers.  This deck and screened porch combination was built with traditional pressure-treated wood.  The project also required adding a new gutter system on the porch.

Exterior door with doggy door addition
Exterior door with doggy door addition.
Archadeck of Central GA installed a true exterior door for this screened porch, so the owner could add a doggy door.  Full metal exterior doors are more accommodating for adding pet doors!

Even though the new screened porch and deck addition were built on the same footprint of the existing deck, the space is far more accommodating and enjoyable.  Outdoor living upgrades do not have to be larger than what is already there – they must be made better.

Historic Macon GA screened porch and deck design
Historic Macon GA screened porch and deck design.
Look at the lush, natural view from inside the porch.  These homeowners can enjoy the outdoors without the threat of pest invasions, inside the confines of the screened porch.
Macon GA screened porch and deck
Macon GA screened porch and deck.

The screened porch offers two points of exit and entry.  One goes directly to the backyard.  The other goes onto the deck, which also leads to the backyard.

Entrance from the backyard to the deck and porch
Entrance from the backyard to the deck and porch.

Are you looking to upgrade your outdoor living space for more enjoyment?  Archadeck of Central GA is ready to help!  Get in touch with us by calling 478-745-2000 or via email @ centralgeorgia@archadeck.net. 

Stephen Denton Archadeck Augusta square lr
Stephen Denton, owner Archadeck of Central GA.

 

 

Converting deck to porch, Deck builder, Porches

Our Recent Deck and Screened Porch in Wellington Allows Unobstructed View and Unlimited Enjoyment!

Wellington Screened Porch and Deck CombinationOne of our most recent deck and screened porch combination projects demonstrates how Archadeck of Central Georgia is able to perfect our outdoor living space designs despite obstacles.

This project is located in the upscale townhome community of Wellington. One of the obstacles when designing an outdoor living space for a townhome is the number of restrictive covenants often associated with these type of properties.  This project required that all the covenants be strictly abided by which included the materials used in the design match those of the existing home.

Look at the amazing before and after images of this project:
Look at the amazing before and after images of this project:

When we consulted on this project, the property already had an existing pressure treated deck. The homeowner’s wish was to upgrade their existing deck to a screened porch and still retain a deck space for increased outdoor living options.  The main obstacle to address was their desire to retain a clear view of their beautiful backyard while still having privacy, especially since their existing deck design gave them a clear view of the surrounding neighbors.

Wellington Screened Porch Builder

With all the prerequisites in hand, Archadeck of Central Georgia got to work on perfecting the space the homeowner’s had in mind.  We were able to retain the beautiful views into the backyard and still secure privacy through the installation of a vertical lap privacy screen.

Wellington screened porch builder

You will notice that the new screened porch is almost a perfect square design and is longer, taller and deeper, than most traditional screened porches. The reason for this innovative design is two-fold; one was to keep the eaves from coinciding with the transom window located on the back of the home and the depth of the porch helps facilitate more room within the porch while staying in accordance with the restrictive covenants.

Wellington Wooden Deck with Screened Porch

The new deck was built using pressure treated pine on the old deck frame which only needed minimal reinforcement through the addition of a few beams. The new stair direction enhances the open feel of the space and lattice skirting retains the traditional feel of the property. There is even a nifty storage area under the new screened porch perfect for storing garden tools and equipment.

Wellington screened porch interior

The interior of the screened porch features an open gable end and open rafter ceiling. We also installed electrical outlets and a ceiling fan to help keep the space cool during the summer months.

The homeowners are elated with their new porch and deck duo! They are thrilled with the open feel of the space that allows unencumbered views while retaining their backyard privacy — truly the best of both worlds!

Stephen Denton Archadeck Augusta square lr
Stephen Denton, owner Archadeck of Central GA.

Let Archadeck of Central Georgia perfect a screened porch and deck combo for your Macon or Warner Robins area home that will bring your outdoor living potential full circle.  Contact us today at (478) 745 – 2000 or via email at centralgeorgia@archadeck.net.