From Screen Room to Sunroom: A Betterliving by McDrake Transformation

April 7th, 2025

Andrea Picardi, Marketing Director

At Betterliving Sunrooms & Awnings of Hampton Roads, we love helping homeowners reimagine how they use their outdoor spaces. One of our most popular upgrades? Converting a screened-in porch into a fully enclosed sunroom. It’s a smart way to add comfort, style, and value to your home—without the cost or hassle of a traditional addition.

We recently completed a beautiful screen room to sunroom conversion in Virginia Beach, VA, and the transformation speaks for itself. What was once a seasonal space with limited use is now a bright, functional sunroom the homeowners can enjoy almost year-round.

Why Upgrade from Screened-In to Sunroom?

While screen rooms are great for spring and summer, they’re limited by weather, temperature, and outdoor conditions like pollen and wind. By converting to a sunroom, you’re creating a more durable, enclosed space that offers:

Extended seasonal use (spring, summer, and fall—and with the right upgrades, even winter!)
Protection from the elements
Increased home value and curb appeal
A versatile space for relaxing, entertaining, or working from home

What We Did

For this project, our Betterliving by McDrake team removed the screen panels and replaced them with our high-quality, double-pane insulated windows and doors, enhancing energy efficiency and safety.

To complete the transformation, our talented Carpet Hut by McDrake team added durable vinyl flooring that stands up to traffic and weather changes, and finished the interior with fresh trim and paint. The exterior siding was matched to the rest of the home for a seamless integration. Now, the space feels like a true extension of the home—bright, comfortable, and ready to be enjoyed in every season.

Designed for Your Life

Every sunroom we build is fully customizable. Whether you want a cozy reading nook, a sun-drenched plant room, or a place to host Sunday brunch, we’ll work with you to design a space that fits your home and your lifestyle.

And since we’re a division of McDrake Remodeling, we handle every detail—from flooring and electrical to siding and doors—with expert craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Ready to Convert Your Screen Room?

If your screened-in porch is sitting unused for most of the year, let’s turn it into a space you’ll love every season. Our Betterliving Sunrooms & Awnings of Hampton Roads team offers free consultations and expert guidance to bring your vision to life.