There is nothing quite like spending a summer evening outside, until the mosquitoes find you. A custom screen room from American Deck Builders gives you the fresh air and the views without the bugs, the wind, or the afternoon glare. Our screen room contractors design and build screen rooms, screened porches, and patio enclosures that fit the way your family actually uses your backyard, with quality that holds up season after season.
Why Homeowners in the Chicago Suburbs Choose Screen Rooms
A screen room installation is one of the most practical investments you can make in your outdoor living space. It extends the season, adds usable square footage, and makes your backyard genuinely comfortable instead of just pretty to look at.
- Bug-Free Outdoor Living: Keep mosquitoes, flies, and gnats out while keeping fresh air in. Your evenings outside stay pleasant without the swatting.
- Weather Protection: A properly enclosed screen room shields you from light rain, wind, and direct sun, so an unexpected afternoon storm does not send everyone inside.
- More Usable Space: A screen room functions as an additional room, a lounge, a dining area, a play space, or a spot to unwind with a book and a cup of coffee.
- Added Privacy: Screens and thoughtful placement give you separation from neighboring yards, so you can relax without feeling like you are on display.
- Longer Season: With the right materials and configuration, a screen room extends your outdoor enjoyment well beyond the warmest months.
- Home Value: A well-built screen enclosure adds functional square footage that prospective buyers notice and appreciate.
- Customization: From screen type and framing material to lighting, ceiling fans, and screen doors, every detail is tailored to your space and your preferences.
Types of Screen Rooms We Build
Every backyard is different, and so is every screen room project. Our screen room builders can construct both attached and standalone screen enclosures, and we help you determine which configuration makes the most sense for your home, yard, and budget.
- Screen Porch Enclosures: A covered porch enclosed with screens is one of the most popular choices in the Chicago suburbs. It provides a protected outdoor space for morning coffee, evening dinners, or just sitting outside without the hassle.
- Patio Screen Enclosure: If you already have a concrete or paver patio, we can enclose it with screens and a roof structure, turning an open slab into a fully usable outdoor room. You will end up using your screened patio more than you think.
- Covered Deck with Screen Enclosure: Many of our clients combine a composite or wood deck with a screen enclosure above, giving them a shaded, bug-free space that connects seamlessly to the rest of the deck.
- Three-Season Room: More enclosed than a standard screen room, a three-season room typically features EZE-Breeze panels that can be opened or closed as needed. These rooms are popular for homeowners who want to use the space from early spring through late fall.
- Screened Gazebo: A screened gazebo offers an enclosed, intimate space for small gatherings, quiet relaxation, or al fresco dining. The screened sides keep pests out while the solid roof handles sun and light rain.
When planning an attached screen room, we look at how the structure ties into your home’s existing roofline and siding, where the access points will be, and whether any structural modifications are needed. We handle the permits and construction drawings so you do not have to.
Screen Room Materials
The frame and screen materials you choose affect how your screen room looks, how long it lasts, and how much upkeep it requires. Our screen room contractors help you weigh the options based on your home’s style, your budget, and how you plan to use the space.
- Aluminum: Durable, lightweight, and resistant to rust, aluminum framing is a popular choice for screen rooms in the Chicago area. It holds up well against the elements, requires minimal maintenance, and is available in several finish colors.
- Vinyl: Vinyl framing resists moisture and temperature changes without peeling, cracking, or fading. It offers a clean look with less upkeep than wood and performs well in climates with cold winters and humid summers.
- Wood: Cedar and pine framing offer a warm, natural look that complements traditional home styles. Wood does require more maintenance than aluminum or vinyl, including periodic sealing or staining, but it is highly customizable and gives a screen room a classic character.
- EZE-Breeze Panels: For three-season rooms, EZE-Breeze vinyl panels allow you to open the space up on nice days and close it down when the weather turns. They are a practical solution for homeowners who want flexibility without committing to a fully enclosed sunroom.
Our team helps you understand which combination of materials makes the most sense for your specific project, so you get a screen room that looks great and holds up for years.
How We Handle Your Screen Room Project
American Deck Builders has been building custom outdoor living spaces in Chicago’s west and northwest suburbs since 1993. With over 5,000 decks and outdoor structures completed, we know how to manage a project from the first conversation to the final walkthrough.
Here is what working with us looks like:
- Design Consultation: We visit your home, listen to what you want, and put together a detailed estimate. We also offer 3D design renderings so you can see the finished product before construction begins.
- Permits and HOA Approvals: We handle the construction drawings, permit applications, and inspection scheduling. If your neighborhood requires HOA approval, we provide the documentation packet you need to submit. Our flat permit service fee covers the plans, submission, and inspections.
- Daily Project Updates: John, your dedicated project manager, keeps you informed throughout construction with regular updates on progress, scheduling, and next steps. You will never be left wondering what is happening with your project.
- Quality Construction: We use construction methods designed to last, not shortcuts that look fine at first but cause problems later. The same standard of craftsmanship we bring to our decks applies to every screen room we build.
- Warranty: Every project comes with a 5-year structural warranty and an 18-month labor warranty, backed by the manufacturer’s warranties on the materials we use.
- Financing Available: We offer flexible financing through Foundations Finance for homeowners who want to move forward with their project without paying everything up front.
Schedule a Screen Room Design Consultation with American Deck Builders
If you are ready to stop letting bugs and weather keep you off your own patio, let’s talk. American Deck Builders serves Algonquin, Barrington, Arlington Heights, Palatine, Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, Crystal Lake, and the surrounding communities across Chicago’s west and northwest suburbs. Schedule a design consultation today, and we will help you build the outdoor space you have been putting off.
