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You want more living space and more sunlight without building a full addition. We design and install custom solariums that stay comfortable even in Inglewood's hottest months - so you actually use the room year-round.
Solarium installation in Inglewood means adding a glass-enclosed room to your home that lets in maximum natural light through floor-to-ceiling panels and a glazed roof, with most projects taking two to six weeks from permit approval to final inspection.
A solarium goes further than a standard sunroom. Where a sunroom uses insulated walls with large windows, a solarium wraps you in glass on every side - giving you an almost outdoor feeling while still providing full weather protection and climate control. If your Inglewood home has an underused backyard or side yard that gets good sun, a solarium turns that space into a room you will want to spend time in every day.
Many homeowners who come to us first consider a patio cover, but decide on a solarium once they realize they want full weather protection and year-round use. If you are still weighing your options, we can walk through both with you at the site visit.
If your backyard sits empty most of the year because it is too hot in summer or too cool on winter evenings, you are wasting a valuable asset. Inglewood averages over 280 sunny days per year - with the right glass and orientation, a solarium turns that outdoor space into a room you can realistically use ten or eleven months of the year.
A solarium gives you a full extra room - usable as a dining area, home office, playroom, or plant-filled retreat - without the disruption and cost of a conventional brick-and-mortar addition. If your home feels tight but a full addition feels like too much, a solarium is often a faster and less invasive path to more space.
Many Inglewood homes have aluminum patio covers or wood pergolas installed in the 1960s and 1970s that now leak when it rains, let in too much heat in summer, or are simply falling apart. Replacing an aging structure with a proper solarium gives you a weatherproof, year-round space instead of something you are constantly patching.
In the competitive greater Los Angeles real estate market, a professionally installed solarium is a visible, memorable feature that photographs well and appeals to buyers looking for something beyond a standard layout. If your home is similar to others on the block, a solarium is one of the additions most likely to generate buyer interest.
Every solarium we build starts with a site visit and a design conversation. We look at your yard orientation, the condition of any existing slab, and how you plan to use the space before recommending a structure. Some homeowners want a simple prefabricated kit installed on an existing concrete pad - a straightforward option that can be completed relatively quickly once permits are approved. Others want a fully custom glass room with a new foundation, integrated electrical, and climate control that connects to their existing HVAC system. We handle both.
Glass selection matters more in Southern California than almost anywhere else. We use tempered, low-emissivity glass that blocks heat before it enters the room while still letting in the natural light you are building the solarium for. For homeowners who want a more enclosed feel, we also offer custom sunrooms with insulated walls and large windows - a related option worth comparing. And if you are considering a full glass ceiling and walls structure but want to see how a partially enclosed design feels first, our patio cover installation service is a natural starting point before committing to a full solarium.
Best for homeowners who want a cost-effective solution on an existing patio slab with a shorter installation window.
Designed from scratch to fit your yard, your home's architecture, and your exact usage needs - ideal when you want something that looks like it was always part of the house.
Required when your existing slab is too thin, cracked, or not properly reinforced - includes full concrete work before the frame goes up.
Includes dedicated mini-split or connection to existing HVAC, ventilation in the roof, and heat-blocking glass - designed to stay comfortable in summer and winter.
Inglewood's warm, sunny climate is exactly what makes a solarium so appealing here - but that same climate demands more from the design than you would need in a cooler city. Intense afternoon sun from late spring through early fall means a poorly designed solarium can become unusable by midday. Contractors who have not worked in Southern California often underestimate this. We factor in your home's orientation and select glass that manages heat before it becomes a problem, so the room is comfortable even on a 90-degree afternoon. Beyond the climate, most homes in Inglewood were built between the 1940s and 1970s, which means existing patios and slabs are often decades old, may not meet current structural standards, and could have underground utilities that need to be located before any digging begins. We pull a utility locate before breaking ground on every project.
California's seismic requirements add another layer that out-of-state contractors sometimes overlook. The Los Angeles region sits near several active fault lines, and a solarium that is not properly anchored to your home's structure could shift or separate in a significant earthquake. Our permit drawings reflect current seismic standards - not the minimums from decades ago. Homeowners in Manhattan Beach and Torrance face the same seismic considerations, and we bring the same approach to every project in this region.
We respond within one business day. You share the general size and location you are considering, and we schedule a site visit - no commitment needed at this stage.
We visit your home, measure the space, check your existing slab, and assess the sun orientation - because which direction your solarium faces matters a great deal in Inglewood's climate. You leave with a clear picture of what is possible and a written estimate covering permits, foundation, and cleanup.
We submit permit drawings to the City of Inglewood's Building and Safety Division on your behalf. This typically takes three to six weeks. We handle the paperwork and keep you updated on progress - you do not need to manage the process yourself.
Once permits are approved, we prep the site, pour any required foundation, erect the frame, and install the glass panels and roof. After the city inspection passes, we do a full cleanup and walk you through every feature of your new space before we leave.
We serve all of Inglewood and the surrounding South Bay. Permit-managed, fully insured, and backed by a written estimate that covers everything.
(424) 414-1258We specify tempered, low-emissivity glass on every solarium we build in Southern California. This is the detail that separates a solarium you use daily from one you avoid from June through September. We talk through glass options and their real-world impact at every site visit.
We submit your permit drawings to the City of Inglewood, coordinate inspections, and hand you the final sign-off paperwork at project completion. You never have to call the Building and Safety Division yourself. Unpermitted solariums are one of the most common complications homeowners face at resale - we make sure yours is clean.
Many Inglewood patios were poured in the 1950s through 1970s and may not meet current load requirements. We assess your existing slab at the site visit and give you a foundation recommendation before you commit to anything. No surprises mid-project about unexpected concrete work.
California requires permanent structures to be designed for seismic activity, and the Los Angeles region sits near several active fault lines. Our permit drawings reflect current seismic anchoring standards. You can verify this through the California Contractors State License Board at cslb.ca.gov - we encourage you to check.
Every one of these details comes together in a solarium that holds up, stays comfortable, and adds real value to your home. We are not the only option in the area, but we do think these specifics matter - and we are happy to explain any of them in detail when you call.
For more on California contractor licensing requirements, visit the California Contractors State License Board. For energy-efficient glass standards, the U.S. Department of Energy publishes practical guidance on window and glazing technologies. California's seismic requirements for permanent structures are overseen by the California Seismic Safety Commission.
A simpler shaded structure if you want to protect your patio before committing to a fully enclosed glass room.
Learn MoreA fully insulated alternative to a solarium for homeowners who prefer more wall and less glass.
Learn MorePermit slots at the City of Inglewood fill up - reach out now and we can get your application moving before the wait grows longer. Call us at (424) 414-1258 or submit a free estimate request online.