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Serving Austin, MN and surrounding areas. (507) 305-8446
Austin summers are warm and the mosquitoes are relentless. A screened porch or screened deck lets your family actually use the backyard in the evenings - without spraying, swatting, or retreating inside.
Screened-in porches and screened decks in Austin involve enclosing an outdoor space with mesh screening and a roof structure, keeping insects out while letting fresh air in. Most conversions of an existing deck take one to three weeks from the first day of construction.
In southern Minnesota, mosquitoes and biting insects are a real seasonal problem from late May through September. An open deck in Austin is genuinely hard to enjoy without protection. Whether you are starting from scratch or converting an existing deck, the result is an outdoor room you can use every evening all summer long. If you are also thinking about shade and weather protection, our covered decks and patio covers service pairs naturally with a screened enclosure.
We serve Austin homeowners and surrounding communities including Albert Lea and Owatonna. Call us or submit a request and we will get back to you within one business day.
If mosquitoes drive you inside every evening from June through August, that is the clearest sign a screened enclosure would change how you use your home. Austin's summer bug pressure is real and prolonged. If your deck furniture sits unused for three months straight, a screened porch fixes that directly.
If you have a structurally sound deck you rarely use because it offers no bug protection, no shade, and no sense of being in a real room, converting it to a screened space is often the most cost-effective upgrade you can make. You are not starting from scratch - you are finishing something already there.
Older decks in Austin - especially those built in the 1970s through 1990s - may show warping, soft spots, or posts that have shifted from freeze-thaw cycles. If you are already thinking about repairs, that is a natural moment to consider upgrading to a screened enclosure rather than paying for two separate projects.
A screened porch with a solid roof gives you a usable outdoor space well into September and October, when open decks become too cold and windy. If you want morning coffee outside in early fall without sitting in the wind, a screened and roofed structure makes that possible.
We build screened enclosures two ways: full new-construction screened porches where we build the structure from the footings up, and deck-to-porch conversions where we add a roof and screen panels to an existing deck. New construction gives you complete control over size, roof pitch, and placement. Conversions are typically faster and less expensive since the foundation and decking are already in place. Either approach can include a full solid roof - ideal for rain protection - or a partial roof that keeps the space feeling open.
Screening options include fiberglass mesh, which is softer and easier to repair, or aluminum mesh, which is more rigid and holds up better in high-wind conditions. We also work alongside our pergola installation service for homeowners who want a connected outdoor living area that combines shade and bug protection in separate zones.
Best for homeowners who want a purpose-built outdoor room with full control over size, design, and placement.
Best for homeowners with a structurally sound existing deck who want to add bug protection and a roof at a lower cost than new construction.
Best for homeowners who want full rain and UV protection plus bug screening, making the space usable in any weather.
Best for homeowners who want maximum airflow and an open feel while still keeping insects out.
Austin sits in the heart of southern Minnesota's agricultural zone, surrounded by fields and wetlands that breed mosquitoes in large numbers from late May through September. This is not a minor inconvenience - it is the single biggest reason homeowners here invest in screened outdoor spaces. Austin's outdoor season is also shorter than it looks on a calendar, which means every usable evening matters. A screened porch stretches your season and lets your family actually live in the backyard. Homeowners near the Austin core and neighborhoods throughout Albert Lea face the same bug pressure every summer.
Austin's housing stock also skews older - many homes in the city were built in the mid-20th century, and existing decks from that era may need reinforcement before a screen enclosure is added. Minnesota's frost line reaches approximately 42 inches in the Austin area, so any new posts or footings must be set below that depth to prevent the structure from heaving and shifting through freeze-thaw cycles. We assess every existing deck before quoting a conversion - if reinforcement is needed, we tell you upfront and include it in the estimate. A licensed contractor experienced with Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry requirements will handle permits and inspections correctly from the start.
Call or submit a request and we will get back to you within one business day. We ask a few quick questions about your existing deck, the size you have in mind, and when you want to be done - no commitment needed at this stage.
We come to your home, look at the existing structure or proposed location, and take measurements. We check whether your current deck is strong enough to support the addition. You receive a written estimate within a few days - no verbal quotes, no surprises.
Once you approve the estimate, we apply for the required building permit through the City of Austin. Permit approval typically takes one to two weeks. Construction starts after the permit is in hand - not before. This protects you.
The crew frames the walls and roof, then installs the screening. Depending on size, construction takes a few days to two weeks. A city inspector signs off at completion. We walk you through the finished space and address anything that needs adjustment before you sign off.
We will come to your home, assess your existing deck, and give you a written estimate - no obligation and no sales pitch.
(507) 305-8446Not every existing deck is built to support a roof and screen framing. We evaluate the posts, beams, and footings before we give you a number. If reinforcement is needed, you know upfront - not halfway through the job.
Austin's frost depth reaches approximately 42 inches. Every new post or footing we set goes below that mark. That is the difference between a porch that stays level for 20 years and one that shifts after the first hard winter.
We pull every permit through the City of Austin and schedule all required inspections. The final sign-off stays on record with your property - protecting you at resale and when you file any insurance claim. No shortcuts, ever.
We have built screened porches across Austin and the surrounding southern Minnesota region, including communities up to an hour away. Local experience means we understand the bug pressure, the housing stock, and the permitting process here.
We combine local knowledge, correct footing depth, and permitted construction to deliver a screened porch that handles Minnesota winters and lasts for decades. That combination is what separates a project done right from one that causes problems in year two.
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