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Screened Porch Building Around Deerfield in AlpharettaAlpharetta · Fulton County
Alpharetta: A screened porch gives you an outdoor room that works on the evenings when an open deck does not: when mosquitoes are out, when pollen is thick, or when a summer shower rolls through during dinner. For homes around Deerfield in Alpharetta, the main decisions are whether to convert an existing deck or start fresh, how the new roof meets the house, and how to keep a shaded, tree-lined yard from turning the space damp. Here is how we think through each of those choices with you. Owner-operated, with a free written estimate.
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Screened porch in Deerfield, Alpharetta
Around Deerfield in Alpharetta, the first step toward a screened porch is choosing between converting your current deck or building new, then working out how the roof meets the house.
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Convert the deck you have, or build from the ground up?
Many homeowners already have a deck off the kitchen or family room and want to put a roof and screens over it. That can work well, but a roof adds weight that the original deck was rarely designed to carry. Posts, beams and footings that were fine for an open deck often need to be upgraded before a roof can sit on top of them, and the ledger at the house has to be sound.
When Breno visits in person, he checks those parts first and explains which pieces can stay and which need to change. In some cases converting is the sensible path; in others a new structure built for a roof from the start ends up simpler and cleaner. You see the reasoning either way, so the choice is yours and not a guess.
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Where the new roof meets your house
The roof is the part of a porch that people notice least until it leaks. It has to tie into your existing roofline or wall without trapping water, and the pitch has to shed rain and leaves rather than hold them. On a two-story home, the porch roof may sit under upstairs windows, which limits how high it can go and shapes the ceiling inside.
We look at gutters, flashing and how water will travel from the main roof onto the porch roof, then down and away from the foundation. Inside, you can choose an open ceiling with exposed rafters or a finished ceiling with room for a fan and lights. We plan wiring locations early so they are not an afterthought.
How it works
Five steps. No surprises.
Call, text, or send the form
Tell us what is going on: a new deck, a repair, or “not sure yet.” We reply the same day.
Free on-site visit
Breno looks at the deck or the yard himself, measures, and goes over your options with you.
Written estimate
Scope, materials and price come in writing, so you know the plan before anything starts.
Schedule and permits
We agree on a start date and confirm any city, county or HOA requirement for your address first.
Build and final walk-through
Breno is on the job, and we go over the finished work with you before we call it done.
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Photos from real jobs
Real photos from B&T projects in North Georgia, not necessarily from Alpharetta.
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Screens, framing and the view of your yard
Screen panels are what make a porch feel like a room instead of a cage. Wider openings keep the view of the yard and the trees, while the framing between them carries the roof and resists racking. Standard fiberglass mesh is common, and heavier pet-resistant mesh is worth considering if you have dogs or cats that like to lean on the screens.
A kick plate or knee wall at the bottom of each opening protects the screen from chairs, toys and paws. We also plan the screen door so it swings the right way for the steps and the path to the yard, and we keep the door hardware simple so it closes reliably season after season.
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Dealing with shade, moisture and leaf litter
Alpharetta yards are often tree-lined, and that shade is a big reason a porch feels pleasant. It also means more leaves on the roof, more pollen on the screens and floors that dry slowly after rain. A porch that is built tight to the ground with no airflow underneath can stay damp and musty.
We keep space under the floor for ventilation, choose floor materials that tolerate moisture, and make gutters easy to reach for cleaning. If you prefer composite boards for the floor, we space the joists for them. If you like the look of painted or stained wood, we talk through the upkeep honestly before you decide.
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Reviews and approvals around Alpharetta
A screened porch changes the outside of your home, so it often draws more attention from a homeowners association than a simple deck repair. Many Alpharetta communities, including areas such as Windward and Broadlands, have architectural review for outdoor structures. Whether your own street requires it depends on your association documents, and we help you prepare drawings, colors and material samples if a submission is needed.
On the city side, building permits in Alpharetta go through the city permitting portal, and stream buffers and specimen trees can affect where a structure may sit. What applies to your lot depends on the exact address, so we look it up with you during planning instead of assuming.
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From the first visit to the finished room
After the site visit, you receive a free written estimate that breaks out the structure, roof, screens, floor and electrical scope in plain terms. That makes it easier to compare options, such as a full conversion versus a partial roof, or composite versus wood flooring, without decoding a vague lump sum.
When the porch is complete, we stand behind our finished work for a full year. We also serve homeowners in nearby Milton, Roswell and Johns Creek and throughout Fulton County, so if friends or family are thinking about a porch, we are glad to take a look for them too.
Straight answers
Alpharetta homeowner questions
Can my current Deerfield deck hold a screened porch roof?
Sometimes, but often the posts, beams or footings need upgrades first. We inspect the structure and tell you plainly whether it can be reinforced or should be rebuilt.
Should the porch roof match my house roof?
Matching shingles and trim usually looks the most natural, but a lower-slope roof with a different material can work under upstairs windows. We review the options with you on site.
What screen mesh holds up to pets?
Heavier pet-resistant mesh stands up to claws and leaning far better than standard fiberglass. Many owners use it on the lower panels and regular mesh up high.
Can I add a ceiling fan and lights to the porch?
Yes. We plan the ceiling framing and wiring locations during design so fans and fixtures sit where you want them.
Will a screened porch keep pollen out?
Screens block insects and leaves, but fine pollen can still pass through. Regular sweeping and a quick rinse of the floor keep it under control.
Is composite or wood better for a porch floor under trees?
Composite tolerates shade and moisture with less upkeep, while wood offers a classic look but needs refinishing. We explain the trade-offs before you choose.
Does my HOA need to see the porch plans?
That depends on your association. Many Alpharetta neighborhoods review outdoor structures, and we can prepare drawings and samples for a submission.
Can you add steps from the porch to the yard?
Yes. We design the stairs and landing with solid stringers and railings that match the porch, and we place the screen door to suit the path you use.
Do you build screened porches outside Alpharetta?
Yes. We also work in Milton, Roswell and Johns Creek and other parts of Fulton County.
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Who’s doing the work
About B&T Properties
You deal with the owner. Breno visits, quotes and oversees the work, and the crew brings more than ten years of deck experience between them. B&T carries General Liability insurance, and Alpharetta is part of our regular service area.
Upgrades
Make it yours: popular upgrades
Thinking beyond the basics? Mention any of these at your free estimate and Breno will go over what makes sense for your home.
Multi-level layouts
A split-level layout that works with the lay of your lot instead of fighting it.
Lighting
Stair and post lights that make evenings outside safer and nicer.
Composite decking
Low-maintenance boards in a range of colors, priced next to wood so you can compare.
Railing styles
Pick the rail that fits the house: aluminum, composite or wood, in several styles.
Written warranty
1-year workmanship warranty
Workmanship warranty: one year from the day we complete the work, in writing. Faults that come from our labor are repaired at no charge. Not included: manufacturer material defects, normal wear and tear, weather, misuse, no maintenance, repairs by other parties. Submit claims in writing.
Free written estimate
Tell Breno about your Alpharetta deck — free and in writing.
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