Screened porches are major investments for any homeowner. Thus, it’s important to know the true value that a screened porch addition will provide. This article serves to articulate types of value added, demonstrate value in real-life (through testimonials), and illustrate data that supports claims made.

Types of Value

When discussing the value of any home addition or modification, it’s important to note that there are both implicit and explicit forms of value. Implicit value is the perceived added value from space enjoyment. In other words, implicit value is the assumption that a homeowner will be more fond of their home and available space as a direct result of adding a screened porch. Other positive emotions resulting from a home addition or modification would also be classified as implicit value. 

Explicit value, on the other hand, is the clearly stated and/or demonstrated added value. In other words, explicit value is anything that can be effectively attributed to an addition or home modification, and more often than not has some level of tangibility. Some topics that would be classified as explicit value include a home’s return on investment (ROI), a home’s property value, the number of bug bites, and a neighborhood’s beautification score. 

When considering the difference between implicit and explicit value, one effective way to differentiate the two is the method of measurement. If the value can be definitively measured, it would be classified as explicit. Alternatively, if the value has no definitive value, and/or relies upon subjective statements, it would be classified as implicit. 

Knowing the types of value is essential to holistically understanding the value of a screened porch addition because it takes into account both the objective and subjective data to form a conclusion. Acknowledging this, while the next section provides persuasive, subjective testimonials, it is important to combine those subjective sentiments with the objective data to fully understand the value of a screened porch addition.

Testimonials of Customers

The SCREENEZE® System was designed to reduce time, money, and aggravation spent on screened porch installations. The SCREENEZE® System achieves this through a simplistic design, effective technology, and wide accessibility. Both professional contractors and skilled homeowners, alike, have the ability to install a SCREENEZE® screened porch, thus providing ample testimonials from a variety of sources. Below are some key testimonials that demonstrate the implicit value of adding specifically a SCREENEZE® screened porch.

“I had never used SCREENEZE® before and was very pleased with the results. It installed easily, provides [an] extremely functional final product, and it looks fantastic. Rarely do I stumble across a new product that works as well as [yours] did and for that, thank you.” - Matt

“We love our new enclosed patio with our SCREENEZE® screens. It’s one of our favorite rooms in the house! There are no obstructions to our view. We are very pleased.” - Chad

“With the ability to design a vinyl railing system and incorporate SCREENEZE® into the design I can offer my customers large openings that make their porch feel so much bigger. The team at SCREENEZE® goes above and beyond and they are always willing to help me with any questions I may have. Thank you SCREENEZE® for a great product and outstanding service.” - Jason

As the testimonials suggest, a SCREENEZE® screened porch offers bountiful implicit value, from delighted homeowners to a perceived increase in space to the designation of ‘favorite room in the house.’ While implicit value is subjective and immeasurable, the testimonials would suggest it weighs heavily on the happiness and overall satisfaction with a screened porch addition.

Supporting Data to Consider

As aforementioned, while subjective, implicit value is important, it must be considered in conjunction with objective, explicit value in order to holistically demonstrate the value of a screened porch addition. Quite frankly, screened porches are an investment, and a costly one at that. In a recent article by Forbes, the national average for constructing an entire new porch and screening it in is $32,400. Within the same article, it is noted that the cost merely to screen-in an existing structure ranges between $3,200 - $5,800. 

Knowing the cost of adding a screened porch, the question of explicit value drifts towards ROI. While a home’s ROI depends majorly on its geography, industry members agree that adding a screened porch will almost certainly increase the home’s explicit value. In consulting resources from industry professionals (Archadeck, HomeAdvisor, Design Builders Inc., and PWHI), it is estimated that a screened porch addition will result in an increased ROI of 75% - 84%. The ROI increases in warmer climates with four seasons of use and decreases in cooler climates with three or fewer seasons of use.

Screened porch additions also provide an additional layer of protection from bugs when experiencing the outdoors. With the majority of US states housing one or more pervasive pests, a screened porch can lower and/or eliminate the risk of being bitten by a bug while enjoying the fresh air outside. 

Conclusion

In considering both the implicit and explicit forms of value added by a screened porch addition, it can be concluded that screened porches are sound investments. There are both emotional and rational benefits to adding a screened porch, meeting the needs of most homeowners. While screened porches are costly investments up front, their value added pays off in the long run. 

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Sources Utilized

• “Can a Screened Porch or Patio Add Value to My Home?” Archadeck of Northeast Dallas, 2 Sept. 2020, www.archadeck.com/nedallas/resources/blog/2020/september/can-a-screened-porch-or-patio-add-value-to-my-ho/#:~:text=For%20instance%2C%20the%20return%20on,an%20average%20return%20of%20%2416%2C800.

• Cellucci, Nick. “How Much Does a Screened in Porch Cost in 2023?” Forbes, Forbes Magazine, 19 June 2023, www.forbes.com/home-improvement/outdoor-living/screened-in-porch-cost/.

• “How Does a Screened-in Porch Add Value to Your Home.” Prince William Home Improvement, 13 Oct. 2023, pwhomeimprovement.com/blog/how-a-screen-room-adds-value/.

• “Learn How Much It Costs to Install a Screened-in Porch.” HomeAdvisor, Inc., 21 Aug. 2022, www.homeadvisor.com/cost/outdoor-living/screened-in-porch/.

• Moylan, James. “7 Tips to Get the Best Return on Investment on a Screened-in Porch.” Design Builders Inc., 1 June 2022, www.designbuildersmd.com/blog/7-tips-to-get-the-best-return-on-investment-on-a-screened-in-porch.