Outdoor living is a must for many homebuyers today. For homeowners planning to stay put, perfecting the yard, patio or porch for relaxation, meals and entertainment is at the top of home improvement ...

Screened in porch with chairs and fans - Bryan Chavez/Getty Images Dreaming of rocking on your front porch with a cold drink in your hand? You're not alone, and builders are taking note — 67.7% of new ...

Q. I’d like a modest screened porch on the back of my house, which has a walkout basement and a slight overhang, similar to the front of a garrison. Is this a job to hand over to a good contractor, or ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — After being gone for decades, screened porches are making a triumphant homecoming. Across the country, they’ve become a welcome addition to houses being built in new subdivisions ...

Screened porches get plenty of action in the fall, from serving as spots for a morning coffee or an evening cocktail to football watching. The spaces have an element of nostalgia as well. “My ...

Key takeaways: HomeAdvisor reports that the average cost to screen in a 200-square-foot porch will run you between $2,000 and $2,800, but some professionals think that’s way too low. One expert we ...