Home Services Guidelines and Best Practices
Screened In Porch Installation
Screened In Porch Installation guidelines, FAQs and unit pricing information
January 2017
Are you looking for independent, trustworthy advice about Screened In Porch Installation? Do you need to understand common installation options? If your project calls for Screened In Porch Installation work, the following guidelines and best practices will help you understand: Is a subcontractor really necessary for Screened In Porch Installation work? Will a permit be required? What are common problem areas? How much will Screened In Porch Installation labor cost? What are the important Screened In Porch Installation quality checks that should be included in the work requirements?
Screened In Porch Installation - Frequently Asked Questions
| What is a fair price for Screened In Porch Installation? | Costs vary with project size, job quality and time of year. For typical Screened In Porch Installation expect to pay between $1.43 to $1.51 per square foot. Additional fees are typically charged for small projects or rush jobs. |
| Is a permit needed for Screened In Porch Installation work? | Your Screened In Porch Installation project may require design approval and/or permits from your local building authority. Verify requirements with your local building department before any Screened In Porch Installation work starts, particularly for ay structural or systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) projects. |
| Is it worth using a professional to perform Screened In Porch Installation work? | The appearance, functionality and useful life of the screened area may be compromised by poor installation. Hire the service provider carefully and tie payment milestones to appropriate quality checks (use the list below). |
| Is Screened In Porch Installation something that I can do myself? | The typical Screened In Porch Installation project can be completed by a moderately skilled do-it-yourselfer; as with any project, high quality Screened In Porch Installation requires attention to detail and careful planning. |
| How many days are typically required to complete the Screened In Porch Installation work? | This work can be completed in 1 to 2 days. |
Screened In Porch Installation - Options, Quality Checks and Important Details
Use the list below to document your expectations for level of detail and finish quality for Screened In Porch Installation. Make sure that relevant information is included in any written contracts or work orders on your project. Before any Screened In Porch Installation work begins, review the checklist with the service provider. Tie payments to satisfactory completion of this checklist.
- The layout, location, style and finish appearance of ALL materials used in Screened In Porch Installation will be approved by owner, before any work begins
Screened In Porch Installation - Work Milestones and Project Reminders
The following list summarizes work tasks commonly performed during Screened In Porch Installation. These tasks help ensure proper completion of the screened area work and compliance with common manufacturer and vendor warranty requirements. Make sure that either you or your service provider takes responsibility for each of these tasks. All service provider task responsiblities should be clearly called out in the written contract or work orders.
- Complete written project plan including scope of work, quality checks, warranty, timing and payment terms; project plan should be included in contract agreement and reviewed before any work begins
- Review and approve detailed layout / plan that shows location, orientation and placement of screened area, before any work begins
- Manage delivery of screened area; verify that delivered model #, grade, finish, size, options, and quantity match the order precisely; thoroughly inspect all items for damage and proper operation; make or authorize final payment only after complete order is delivered
- Store screened area in a secure, dry location that is fully protected from the elements prior to installation
- Review material choices for Screened In Porch Installation with the homeowner before work begins - consider toxic exposure, allergic risks and environmental factors; purchase construction materials only after approval
- Carefully remove all manufacturers labels and clean the screened in porch surfaces - without scraping, scratching or otherwise damaging the screened area
- Remove debris, dirt and dust from all work areas; unless otherwise agreed, all demolition debris and construction waste will be removed from the site within 24 hours
- Inspect Screened In Porch Installation and verify that all quality requirements and punch list items are completed correctly
- Submit final payment; pay with a check to ensure expense can be verified for tax purposes
