How much does a screened porch or covered deck cost in Charlotte?

Rough ranges: adding a roof and screens to an existing deck often runs $15,000 to $40,000, while a new screened porch commonly lands between $30,000 and $80,000 or more. Size, roof style, finishes, and electrical work drive the price. Get at least three itemized quotes.

Almost always, yes. A roofed structure attached to the house normally needs a building permit and inspections. A reputable builder handles this and tells you who pulls the permit.

How long does the build take?

Most projects take about three to eight weeks of on-site work, after design and permitting, which can add several weeks. Custom roofs and weather delays lengthen it.

How can I judge a builder's quality?

Ask to see finished porches with roofs similar to yours, check references from the last year or two, confirm license and insurance, and ask how they flash the roof where it meets your house. Vague answers are a warning sign.

Screened Porches & Covered Decks in Charlotte, NC

Screened Porches & Covered Decks in Greater Charlotte

What this work involves

A screened porch or covered deck adds a roof, and often screen panels, to an outdoor floor so you can use it through Charlotte's humid summers and rainy spells. The job usually means footings, framing, a roof tied into your house, flooring, screen systems, and sometimes ceiling fans, lighting, or a fireplace. Because a roof is involved, it is more complex than an open deck.

What to look for

Proof of a state general contractor license and insurance.
Experience with roof tie-ins and flashing, where most leaks start.
A clear plan for permits and inspections through Mecklenburg County or your town.
Specific materials in writing: framing, decking, screen type, and roofing.

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Simon Quality Construction

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Customers say the crew finishes on time, often early, and keeps the work tidy. Many reviewers describe a fast, hardworking team that handles big jobs with little fuss. Owner the team comes up often as the person who listens and pivots when problems appear. The work reaches well past decks. Reviews mention a screened-in deck, a repaired and painted deck, full kitchen renovations, garage drywall and painting, and floor refinishing. Some reviewers say the pricing was reasonable for the quality they received.

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