[shully13]

Were looking to have our Lanai enclosed. Can you recommend contractors to use and who to not use. Thank you.

[HHMAN]

I used Elite Lifestyles who did superb work with quality materials.

[lightworker888]

We used Brian Freitag of B&J builders who did a great job with quality material and workmanship. Couldn't be happier with the design and execution.

LW888

[shully13]

thank you.

[rjn5656]

We 2nd that recommendation for them. Just completed ours in march. Very happy

[rirlam]

My personal opinion is that you cannot go wrong with T&D Screen Enclosures Inc. They are a well established firm that stands by their work.

[KILLICKB]

We used Custom Windows and Exterior Design, Fruitland Park, 352-787-9797. Bill Mason and his wife (Partner?) came to measure when they said they would, installed when they said they would and did such a neat job and to the specs agreed upon that I could not find a single fault --- I am picky when it is my money! This was an acrylic pane type enclosure, custom designed. Has 10 year guarantee but three years later it still looks like new. Worth getting a quote.

[Mallory]

A vote here for Blackburn Bros. construction. Kevin gave us all we asked for and more, handled all permits and approvals with Architectural Review, and finished the job on-time, and within budget. Worth you while to call him at 352-427-9115 or 352-821-0165.

[rjn5656]

Problem with T&D is they are too busy. We couldn't even get them to come for a estimate. They put us on a list and months later, no one contacted us. Elite was immediate and did a quality jobl

[gomoho]

Be sure to weigh the options of glass vs acrylic. I understand once the acrylic heats up it takes forever to cool down so you have to put blinds on the outside to protect it - rather than the inside with glass to block the sun.

[swimdawg]

Originally Posted by shully13

Were looking to have our Lanai enclosed. Can you recommend contractors to use and who to not use. Thank you.

I just returned to Swimdawg North after a whirlwind week in Swimdawg South (Home Warranty about to expire, etc.)

I had Brian Frietag of B & J Builders enclose my lanai. He did a fantastic job and I couldn't be happier with his work. He did more than I asked for and he is very proud of his work.....rightfully so. The quality of his work and the products he uses are A+. Almost everyone who saw the completed project was in awe of my new Florida Room. And because of the Home Warranty work being done, I had plenty of contractors in my house who thought his work was excellent.

I was able to sit in my former lanai every morning, noon and night. Not only was it very comfortable temp wise because of the HVAC, but it was so nice to have virtually the same beautiful water view. In the morning and evening, I opened up the windows and enjoyed the sounds of the birds, cows mooing, donkeys hee-hawing and roosters cookadoo-ado-ing! It was so nice to leave my house during the afternoon and easily close the windows....only to have terrible t-storms come through. I would return home to a clean lanai...whoops, Florida Room....with no grit and grime on my furniture. And now I don't have to worry about returning to Swimdawg South and spending the next day cleaning, cleaning, cleaning.....all that dirt, grit and grime. Life is good!

Brian also did a great job installing counter tops and cabinets in my laundry room. He matched cabinets and hardware to all cabinets in my house.

Bottom line: I would HIGHLY recommend Brian Freitag of B & J Builders. He is trustworthy, a good family man and does wonderful quality work. He formerly worked for TV and I did call TV and they gave him an excellent recommendation. His phone number is: 352-516-0668

[gwscott]

Originally Posted by swimdawg

I just returned to Swimdawg North after a whirlwind week in Swimdawg South (Home Warranty about to expire, etc.)

I had Brian Frietag of B & J Builders enclose my lanai. He did a fantastic job and I couldn't be happier with his work. He did more than I asked for and he is very proud of his work.....rightfully so. The quality of his work and the products he uses is A+. Almost everyone who saw the completed project was in awe of my new Florida Room. And because of the Home Warranty work being done, I had plenty of contractors in my house who thought his work was excellent.

I was able to sit in my former lanai every morning, noon and night. Not only was it very comfortable temp wise because of the HVAC, but it was so nice to have virtually the same beautiful water view. In the morning and evening, I opened up the windows and enjoyed the sounds of the birds, cows mooing, donkeys hee-hawing and roosters cookadoo-ado-ing! It was so nice to leave my house during the afternoon and easily closing the windows....only to have terrible t-storms come through. I would return home to a clean lanai...whoops, Florida Room....with no grit and grime on my furniture. And now I don't have to worry about returning to Swimdawg South and spending the next day cleaning, cleaning, cleaning.....all that dirt, grit and grime. Life is good!

Bottom line: I would HIGHLY recommend Brian Freitag of B & J Builders. He is trustworthy, a good family man and does wonderful quality work. He formerly worked for TV and I did call TV and they gave him an excellent recommendation. His phone number is: 352-516-0668

I also recommend Brian He did a complete sunroom extension on our home. Very pleased with his work

[KeepingItReal]

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[rhondasherrer]

Who did you enclosure that is your Elite Lifestyle? I can't find anyone in the villages who does that.
Thanks, Rhonda