How Can a Patio Enclosure Lengthen Your Outdoor Season in Albuquerque?

Though New Mexico offers its homeowners glorious weather, even the Land of Enchantment has its fair share of serious sun, sudden wind, or the odd frigid night.

Imagine that patio not as a space you can only use when the weather cooperates but a year-round, integrated extension of your home that allows for comfort and protection – a space that opens a world of possibilities. This is not a dream; this can be reality with patio enclosures.

ASAP Sands Outdoor Services “gets” the New Mexico lifestyle. We understand you want to spend as much time outdoors as possible, whether that means sipping your morning coffee in the soft morning sun, dining al fresco beneath a sky of twinkling stars, or having a private sanctuary away from the daily grind. This is exactly what a quality, purpose-built patio enclosure provides; a beautiful, functional space that adds value to your home and your life.

Unlock the Full Potential of Your Outdoor Space with a Patio Enclosure

For many of us our patios have only been fair-weather friends, only come into play when the sun is just right and the wind is mild. But what if instead that space could be a real room that was actually designed to be usable and comfortable “in any season and under any weather”?

That’s the amazing potential of patio enclosures, transforming a space that wasn’t quite working as outdoor space into a functional extension of your home. They are a source of comfort and protection at any time of year from jarring sun, surprise winds, or cool evenings; plans are not altered by shifting weather.

More than just shelter from the weather, a patio enclosure is a cost-effective way to increase the livable square footage of your home without the expense and mess of a conventional room addition.

The potential space within this new area can be anything your life style requires: a sunny spot for breakfasts, a place for entertaining, a quiet reading area or even a children’s play area. The options are limitless – your outdoor living space can be ideally customized for what your family wants and needs.

Also, since you will have a quality patio enclosure, you can finally kiss those irritating mosquitoes and other pests’ goodbye and enjoy your outdoor time in tranquility. Not only is this addition a valuable asset, it is also a wise investment which dramatically enhances the desirability and market value of your property. Given the competitive nature of the New Mexico housing market, a well-designed and professionally installed outdoor living space not only provides personal enjoyment but is an investment that will pay off financially and allow your home to stand out.

What Kinds of Patio Enclosures are Right for New Mexico?

As you consider options for your New Mexico home, choosing a patio enclosure that fits our climate as well as your own preferences is paramount.

At ASAP Sands Outdoor Services, our quality selections offer the same level of durability, beauty and energy-efficiency. We’ll make sure your new space performs just as good as it looks and continues to for years to come.

There’s a reason aluminum patio enclosures are so ubiquitous in New Mexico. The material is incredibly strong, surprisingly lightweight and is naturally resistant to rust, rot and bugs – issues that can afflict other materials in varying climates.

Our aluminum enclosures are available with gorgeous baked-on enamel finishes and even richly textured wood grain finishes, the classic beauty of wood without the high maintenance. They also can help your new space stay cooler in the summer, drier in the winter and be more energy efficient overall.

For homeowners seeking to fully-integrate the outdoors with the indoors, nothing beats a glass sunroom. The views with these types of patio enclosures are amazing and panoramic and the natural light is plentiful, for an incredibly bright and welcoming space.

But, with high-performance glass such as low-e or insulated glass, you can maintain superior temperature and UV control, so that your sunroom is a comfortable space you can enjoy every day of the year. If your primary objective is just blocking insects while allowing a nice breeze without complete climate control, a screened enclosure can be a wonderful option – and is often the more economical option – for those lovely New Mexico evenings.

Do I Need a Permit to Enclose My New Patio in New Mexico?

The first and most important question you may have when considering a patio enclosure for your New Mexico home is “Will I need a permit?” The simple answer to that is yes, in the majority of instances you will need a build permit from your local building department.

Patio enclosures are viewed as major additions, therefore, they follow city and New Mexico Building Code guidelines which guarantees that your new addition to your home is safe and up to code for your family and property. Though formalities may vary slightly from city to city, any major change of structure, such as closing your open patio generally requires this authorization.

These permits are important for multiple reasons, all of which are to protect you.

First, they ensure that your patio enclosure has been constructed with the appropriate structural integrity, foundation, and safe electrical wiring and complies with basic safety standards.

Secondly, they verify that your project meets local zoning requirements, which govern where structures are permitted on your property and include such things as setback requirements, or distance from property lines.

Third, and most importantly, the New Mexico Residential Building Code states that a patio enclosure does not typically count as “habitable space” (ie: a bedroom) which means that existing doors from your main house into the enclosure must remain, and the enclosure has specific ventilation and lighting requirements.

The permit process can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. ASAP Sands Outdoor Services can assist you. We are very familiar with all of the New Mexico building permit departments and can help you with all aspects of this process.

We can help you understand local requirements, paperwork that needs to be completed, and any inspections required so that you can have your patio enclosure exactly as you envision it without undue difficulty or stress. The best advice is to always seek the advice of local professionals and your local building permit department before beginning any construction.