How to Build a Dome Sunroom on a Budget

Whether you want more concentrated natural lighting or just want to enjoy the warmer months without falling victim to humidity (and mosquitoes), adding a sunroom is a popular and attractive option for many homeowners. However, as with many home improvement projects, budget constraints play a leading role in deciding whether and when to consider adding a sunroom to your home. Additionally, like any major home extension, costs can add up quickly.

Below, check out our top tips on how to build a sunroom on a budget.

A room suitable for all seasons?

When remodeling on a budget, careful planning is one of the easiest and most effective ways to ensure you get the most for your limited funds and to manage your expectations for the final product. For a sunroom, carefully consider your intended use for the space.

If you want a sunroom that will keep you cozy on winter nights and breezy in the middle of summer, your sunroom will probably cost a little more. All-weather sunrooms typically come with electric and HVAC hookups and may require more expensive windows for insulation.

Conversely, sunrooms with less traffic year-round may be less expensive because they don't require the same temperature control.

Types of dome solariums

If youre thinking, Wait a minute a four-season sunroom? How many types of sunrooms are there?, youre not alone! Choosing the best type of sunroom for your home is the first step in planning and budgeting for your new home. In addition to the Four Seasons rooms mentioned above, some of the most popular room types include:

screen porch

Screened porches are one of the most affordable dome sunroom options due to the most commonly used materials. As the name suggests, screened porches are sunrooms that typically consist of a mesh screen with a wood or aluminum frame instead of drywall and windows. The structure's roof can extend from your existing roof, or it can be an angled glass or aluminum panel that attaches to your home's exterior wall and is accessible through your living space (such as through sliding glass or French doors) .

dome solarium

A sunroom is most similar to a four-season sunroom in that it acts as an additional room attached to your home. Importantly for your budget, however, a sunroom is not meant to be able to adjust the temperature to suit all seasons; rather, a sunroom is generally suitable for enjoyment in moderate climates and does not require all-season room connections and Additional charges.

Why hire a contractor?

Considering all the factors that go into sunroom planning and construction, it's no surprise that it's almost always a job for a professional. In addition to being able to get the job done smarter and more efficiently than the average homeowner, a contractor can greatly help you stick to a budget.

A contractor will be able to confidently answer questions about the best materials for a sunroom (like when more expensive materials are really worth it) and help you determine the best location for your space (if you want a sunroom!)

PRANCE is a professional dome sunroom manufacturer and supplier in China, with some of the most important experts in sunroom planning and construction. Want to know more? Contact our team today for a free consultation!