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By Gabriel TraversoHome Worth Columnist
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If you are searching for the right project to both enhance the quality of life in your home, as well as boost its worth, consider the sunroom. The addition of a sunroom or enclosed patio offers a number of benefits, including raising your home's value.
Why You Might Add a Sunroom
There are a number of reasons. If your house is on the smaller side, adding a sunroom can very cost-effectively increase the livable square footage and therefore increase how much your house is worth. A sunroom can also enhance the energy-efficiency of your home, as sunrooms naturally absorb and distribute the heat from the sun. Does this mean that your sunroom will get too hot in the summer? Not at all--choose the right materials, insulation and ventilation options and you'll find the sunroom can be comfortable all year long.Home Value: What is the ROI?
Adding a sunroom is generally a cheaper way to increase the living space of your home--the cost can be less than half the cost of adding a standard room to your house. According to Remodeling Online's 2006 Cost vs. Value Report you can expect, on average, to recoup 66% or more of the cost of the project, depending on where your home is located and the materials you choose.Do Your Homework
If you think that a sunroom might be the best addition for your home, take the time to research your options carefully. Choose a design that best complements the style and architecture of your home. Find materials that best suit your geography and consider how the space will be used. You might find that it is better to hire a contractor for this project, but there are sunroom kits available if you are an accomplished do-it-yourselfer. In the end, the result you want is an addition that both enhances your home's value and curb appeal, as well as providing a comfortable living area the whole family can enjoy.About the Author
Gabriel Traverso is a freelance writer, independent musician and artist. He resides in Reno, Nevada.