Add a Sunroom to Boost the Value of Your Home in Chicago

A small room installed in your existing home that is enclosed in glass is what is referred to as a sunroom. The floor is usually made of concrete where brick or tile materials are laid. It is specially-designed to offer you the real feeling of being outdoors, but all from the comfort of being in your own home. Sunrooms can also be set up with air conditioning systems, meaning you don’t have to bear the extreme heat of the summer. Again, in the winter you can stay warm and comfortable in your sunroom with a heater, as well.
 

Sunrooms can also be used to entertain guests, relax after a long day, or for anything else you can imagine. Most homeowners use them to do crafts or hobbies. The brilliance and calmness of the room can create a fantastic environment where you can relieve your daily stresses. In fact, some studies indicate that people feel better in sunny environments - such as in a sunroom.
 

Based on how much sunlight you want to come into your sunroom, you can decide to have it installed facing west, north, east, or south. For example, you will want to make it face east in case you are planning to use it as a breakfast room as you’ll be able to enjoy the morning sunlight during certain seasons of the year. A sunroom can also serve as a dining space to accommodate family and guests. When your kitchen becomes congested, it can be wonderful for everyone to take their meal in the sunroom where there’s enough space and fresh air for everyone.
 

Another essential point you don’t want to miss when installing your sunroom are the building codes in your area. It is important to make certain your sunroom’s foundation complies with the local building codes. In extremely colder areas, the foundation needs to be deeper than the freezing line. This will ensure the foundation won’t expand or contract as the ground freezes and then thaws. Building your sunroom on a level ground is highly recommended, and will also have to meet the terms of your local building codes.
 

Most homeowners prefer sunrooms with PVC (polyvinyl chloride) walls. Although you can opt for aluminum or wood options, PVC is arguably the best material since it is strong and needs less maintenance. Another advantage to using vinyl is that it’s less expensive and is long lasting – most vinyl sunrooms last up to 30 years.