Screen Rooms Murfreesboro TN: What They Cost and What to Expect
JB's Enclosures is the screen room contractor Murfreesboro homeowners call for custom screened room installation — from a simple back porch screen-in to a fully framed attached screen room addition. As the screen room company Murfreesboro Tennessee residents rely on for all of Rutherford County, we're a veteran-owned company with over 20 years in the outdoor living trade, based right here at 1349 Marymont Dr, and we handle permits, screened room installation Rutherford County TN projects, and finish work across the full county.
By Jeremy, Owner · Last updated June 2026
What Does a Screen Room Include in Murfreesboro TN?
A screen room is a fully enclosed outdoor living space with a framed structure, screened walls, a screened or solid roof, and at least one screened door — built either as a new attached addition or around an existing covered porch or patio. Here's what a complete screened room installation from JB's Enclosures includes:
Structural framing. Aluminum or pressure-treated wood framing forms the walls, corners, and roof structure. For attached screen rooms in Murfreesboro's residential neighborhoods, we match the roofline to the existing home to create a cohesive look — not a bolt-on appearance. Freestanding screen rooms on larger lots in the Christiana and Eagleville areas use independent post-and-beam framing anchored to a concrete slab or footings.
Screen panels. Standard fiberglass screen in 18×16 mesh is the baseline for most Murfreesboro screen rooms — it handles insects, debris, and airflow well and is the most cost-effective option. For south-facing rooms or any exposure that gets heavy afternoon sun from June through August, we recommend solar screen (20×20 mesh) on the roof and upper wall sections. It cuts radiant heat meaningfully and makes the space more comfortable during Middle Tennessee's hottest months.
Screened door(s). Every screen room gets at least one screened door with a self-closing spring mechanism. We install quality hardware that holds up to daily use — a door that sags or stops closing after a year is a screen room failure point we don't want on our jobs.
Roof. Options range from a full-screen roof (maximum airflow, natural light) to a solid insulated aluminum panel roof (shade, rain protection, ceiling fan capability). A solid roof costs more but dramatically extends how the space gets used — Murfreesboro gets 52 inches of annual rainfall, and a screen room with a solid roof stays usable during rain in a way a screen-only roof doesn't.
Permit filing. Under the City of Murfreesboro's Building & Codes requirements, all screen room additions require a permit filed via the Addition and Remodel Application. We file every permit ourselves. Processing takes approximately two weeks at Murfreesboro City Hall, 111 W. Vine Street. For properties outside Murfreesboro city limits in unincorporated Rutherford County, permits go through the Rutherford County Building Codes Department — which voted in May 2026 to adopt the 2024 International Codes effective immediately.
Important: Permit applications in Murfreesboro may be subject to the Rutherford County Schools Facilities Tax and City of Murfreesboro impact fees for additions and accessory structures. We include permit cost in our written estimates so there are no surprises.
How Much Does a Screen Room Cost in Murfreesboro TN?
Cost depends on whether you're screening an existing porch or building a new structure from the ground up. Here's how it breaks down for Rutherford County projects in 2026:
According to King-Struction's 2026 screened porch cost guide, national ranges run $10,000–$35,000 for new builds at $50–$175 per square foot, and $2,000–$5,800 to screen an existing structure. Murfreesboro-area pricing tracks the national middle — labor rates in Rutherford County are moderate compared to the Nashville urban core, which keeps total project cost at or below the national average for comparable scope.
The two biggest cost variables: roof type (solid adds $3,000–$8,000 vs. screen-only) and whether you have an existing covered structure to work with. Screening an existing porch is always the most economical path when the structure is sound.
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What Is the Best Screen Room Style for Tennessee Weather?
Middle Tennessee's climate is the core design driver. Murfreesboro averages 52 inches of rain per year — more than Seattle — concentrated into spring and fall thunderstorm seasons, with intense summer humidity from June through September and occasional winter ice events. The screen room that performs well here isn't the same one that works in Arizona or Florida.
For Tennessee humidity and summer heat: Solar screen on south and west exposures is the single most impactful upgrade. Standard fiberglass screen lets most solar radiation through; 20×20 solar mesh blocks 60 to 70 percent of it, which directly affects how comfortable the room is in July and August. On rooms with heavy afternoon western sun — common in the newer subdivisions along Veterans Parkway and South Church Street corridors — we almost always recommend the upgrade.
For Tennessee rain: A solid aluminum panel roof is what makes a screen room a year-round space in this climate. Murfreesboro's spring and fall bring afternoon thunderstorms that come on fast. A full-screen roof means you're moving cushions and closing up every time a storm rolls in. A solid roof means you're staying put. For families who want maximum usability, a solid roof with a ridge vent or ceiling fan isn't optional — it's the practical choice.
For Tennessee insects: Standard 18×16 fiberglass screen handles most insects well. For properties near wooded areas in the Blackman or Christiana corridor — where mosquito and gnat pressure is heavier under the tree canopy — we recommend no-see-um screen (20×20 fine mesh) on lower wall panels. It reduces airflow slightly but eliminates the gnat problem that standard mesh doesn't.
For Tennessee wind and storm loading: Middle Tennessee gets real windstorms — the tornado corridor that passes through Rutherford County and the broader Nashville Basin means screen rooms need to be framed properly for wind load, not just aesthetic. We size framing members per the 2024 International Residential Code (now adopted by Rutherford County as of May 2026) and don't cut corners on corner posts and header sizes.
Screen Room Projects We Do Across Rutherford County
Our screen rooms Murfreesboro TN work spans neighborhoods across the city and into the broader Rutherford County area. A few examples of the kinds of projects we handle regularly:
Existing back porch screen-ins in Murfreesboro subdivisions. The neighborhoods around MTSU — Greenbrier Estates, Oakland Hills, and the streets east of Medical Center Parkway — have a lot of 1990s and 2000s-era homes with covered back porches that have never been screened. These are straightforward, high-value jobs: one to two days, screened room installation Rutherford County homeowners see immediate use from, typically $3,000–$6,000.
New attached screen room additions in Smyrna. Smyrna's newer housing stock has smaller standard porch areas — or no porch at all — so many homeowners want a purpose-built screen room attached to the back of the house. We design these to tie into the existing roofline, match the exterior finish, and comply with Smyrna's permitting requirements. As a screen room contractor Smyrna TN homeowners rely on, we do this type of project regularly.
Freestanding screen rooms on larger Rutherford County lots. Properties in Christiana, Eagleville, and the rural parts of the county east of Murfreesboro often have the space for a standalone screen room positioned by the pool or in a shaded area of the yard. These require independent footings and framing but give the homeowner more flexibility on placement than an attached addition.
Why Murfreesboro Homeowners Choose JB's Enclosures
We're based in Murfreesboro — this is our backyard, not a satellite market. Jeremy has been building outdoor living spaces in Rutherford County and across Middle Tennessee for over 20 years. We know the permit process at Murfreesboro City Hall, we know the Rutherford County Building Codes Department, and we've built enough screen rooms across this area to know which designs hold up and which ones cause callbacks.
A few things we're particular about: we don't use undersized framing to cut material cost, we use quality hardware on every door (because a sagging screen door is the thing homeowners notice first), and we don't leave access points unsealed — gaps at the bottom rail and door sweeps are how mosquitoes get in even on a "screened" room.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. How much does a screen room cost in Murfreesboro TN?
Screening an existing covered porch in Murfreesboro typically runs $2,500 to $6,000. A new attached screen room costs $10,000 to $28,000 depending on size and roof type. Larger or custom builds with gable roof tie-ins run $25,000 to $45,000+. JB's Enclosures provides free written estimates on all screen rooms Rutherford County TN projects — call (615) 713-7902.
2. What does a screen room installation include in Murfreesboro?
A complete screened room installation from JB's Enclosures includes: structural framing (aluminum or pressure-treated wood), screen panel installation (fiberglass, solar, or no-see-um mesh), screened door with self-closing hardware, roof (screen or solid panel), permit filing with the City of Murfreesboro or Rutherford County, and full site cleanup. We provide a written estimate with all line items before work begins.
3. What is the best screen room style for Tennessee humidity?
For Middle Tennessee's climate, the best performing screen room combines a solid aluminum panel roof (for rain protection), solar screen on south and west exposures (to cut radiant heat in summer), and quality door seals at the base (to prevent insect intrusion). Standard fiberglass screen works well on sheltered exposures; properties near tree canopy benefit from 20×20 no-see-um mesh on lower panels.
4. How long does screen room installation take in Murfreesboro?
Screening an existing porch takes one to two days on-site. A new attached screen room addition takes three to five days for framing, screening, and door installation. Total project timeline from first call to completed and inspected screen room is typically three to five weeks — most of that time is in permit processing (approximately two weeks at Murfreesboro City Hall). We submit permits immediately upon signed approval.
5. Do I need a permit for a screen room in Murfreesboro TN?
Yes. The City of Murfreesboro requires a building permit for all screen room additions via the Addition and Remodel Application, filed at Murfreesboro City Hall, 111 W. Vine Street. Applications typically process in two weeks. For properties in unincorporated Rutherford County, permits go through the Rutherford County Building Codes Department. As of May 2026, Rutherford County adopted the 2024 International Codes. JB's Enclosures handles permit filing on every project.
Schedule a Free Screen Room Estimate in Murfreesboro
Whether you're screening in an existing back porch or planning a custom screen room addition, JB's Enclosures delivers free written estimates, upfront pricing, and permit coordination throughout Murfreesboro and Rutherford County.
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JB's Enclosures 1349 Marymont Dr Murfreesboro, TN 37129 Phone: (615) 713-7902 Email: [email protected]
Serving Murfreesboro, Smyrna, La Vergne, Eagleville, Christiana, Nolensville, Spring Hill, Nashville, and all of Rutherford County, TN.
