Patio Covers
Turn Your Patio Into Your Favorite Room
Custom aluminum patio covers built for Louisiana sun, humidity, and summer storms. Choose insulated comfort or a budget-friendly non-insulated cover, then upgrade with a screen porch, a Larson storm door, and Hardie column wraps.
Why an Aluminum Patio Cover?
An open patio is hard to enjoy when the afternoon sun is beating down or a pop-up storm rolls through. A solid aluminum cover gives you shade and a dry place to sit, eat, and entertain almost all year.
Aluminum is the smart choice for our climate. It won't rot like wood, termites won't touch it, and the factory finish never needs painting. You get the look of a custom outdoor room without the upkeep.
Choose Your Cover
Insulated or Non-Insulated?
Insulated Aluminum Patio Cover
Best for: Outdoor living rooms, dining, entertaining, and patios you want to use in July.
Our insulated covers use solid roof panels with a thick foam core sandwiched between two layers of aluminum. The foam blocks the sun's heat, so the space underneath stays noticeably cooler than under a single sheet of metal.
- Cooler shade: The foam core stops heat from radiating down onto you.
- Smooth, finished ceiling: Looks like an indoor room, not the underside of a metal roof.
- Ready for fans and lights: Built-in wiring channels hide the wires for a clean install of ceiling fans, recessed lights, and outlets.
- Quieter in the rain: The foam softens the drumming of heavy rain.
- Room-ready: A strong base if you want to screen it in or enclose it later.
Non-Insulated Aluminum Patio Cover
Best for: Shading a grill area, walkway, carport, or side yard on a tighter budget.
Non-insulated covers use single-layer aluminum roof pans. You still get full shade and a dry space, with a clean look and the same maintenance-free finish, at a lower price.
- Budget-friendly: The most affordable way to get full shade and rain protection.
- Full coverage: Solid pans keep out sun and rain.
- Lattice options: Add an open lattice section for filtered light and airflow.
- Low maintenance: No painting, staining, or sealing.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | Insulated | Non-Insulated |
|---|---|---|
| Roof panel | Foam core between two aluminum layers | Single-layer aluminum pans |
| Heat under the cover | Much cooler — blocks radiant heat | Shaded, but metal can radiate heat on hot afternoons |
| Ceiling look | Smooth, finished, room-like | Exposed pan ribs |
| Rain protection | Full | Full |
| Rain noise | Quieter | Louder in heavy rain |
| Ceiling fans and lights | Built-in wiring channels, hidden wires | Possible, with exposed conduit |
| Screen porch ready | Ideal | Yes |
| Maintenance | None — no painting | None — no painting |
| Best for | Everyday outdoor living | Shade on a budget |
Not sure which one? If you plan to sit under it on summer afternoons, add fans, or screen it in, go insulated. If you mainly want shade and a dry spot at the best price, non-insulated is a great fit. We'll help you choose at your free estimate.
Add-Ons
Upgrade Your Patio
Your patio cover is the start. These upgrades turn it into a true outdoor room.
Screen Porch Enclosure
Enjoy the breeze without the mosquitoes. We enclose the sides of your new patio cover with heavy-duty screen panels in an aluminum frame, so you can relax outside from spring through fall without bugs, leaves, or pests.
- Keeps out mosquitoes, flies, and other bugs
- Strong, rust-free aluminum framing that matches your cover
- Optional kick panels or knee walls along the bottom for durability
- Pet-resistant screen available
- Pairs perfectly with an insulated cover and ceiling fan
Larson Storm Door
Finish your screen porch with a quality entry door from Larson, one of the best-known names in storm doors. Larson's Screen Away® doors hide a retractable screen in a cassette at the top of the door.
- Retractable Screen Away® screen — air or view whenever you want it
- Thick aluminum frame — built tough and maintenance-free
- Tight weather seal with dual weatherstripping
- Hands-free hold-open closer
- Multiple frame colors, glass styles, and handle finishes
Custom Hardie Column Wraps
Give your patio a high-end, built-in look. We wrap the posts in James Hardie® fiber cement trim (HardieTrim® boards) for thick, custom columns that match your home's trim and siding.
- Upscale curb appeal — turns standard posts into architectural columns
- Made for Louisiana weather — resists moisture, rot, cracking, and swelling
- Pest and fire resistant — termites and woodpeckers won't damage it
- Paint to match any color to match your trim
- Backed by James Hardie — 15-year limited warranty
Build Your Package
Essential
- CoverNon-insulated
- Fan & light wiringOptional
- Screen porchOptional
- Larson storm door—
- Hardie columnsOptional
Comfort
- CoverInsulated
- Fan & light wiringIncluded
- Screen porchOptional
- Larson storm doorOptional
- Hardie columnsOptional
Ultimate Outdoor Room
- CoverInsulated
- Fan & light wiringIncluded
- Screen porchIncluded
- Larson storm doorIncluded
- Hardie columnsIncluded
Our Simple Process
Free Estimate
We visit your home, measure your patio, and show you color and panel options.
Custom Design
We design your cover and any upgrades around your home's roofline and drainage, and give you a clear written quote.
Permits & Scheduling
We handle the permits and lock in your install date.
Professional Installation
Our crew installs your cover, cleans up, and walks the project with you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is an insulated patio cover worth the extra cost?
For most homes in our area, yes. If you plan to use your patio on hot afternoons, add ceiling fans, or screen it in later, the cooler shade and finished ceiling make a big difference in how often you'll use it.
Can I add ceiling fans and lights?
Yes. Insulated covers have built-in wiring channels for a clean, hidden install. Non-insulated covers can also hold fans and lights, with exposed conduit.
Can I screen in my patio later?
Yes. Both covers can be screened in now or later. Planning for it up front makes the job easier and keeps the look consistent.
Will an aluminum cover hold up to storms?
Our covers are engineered and installed to local building codes for wind and rain, and solid roofs shed water into a built-in gutter system.
What maintenance does an aluminum patio cover need?
Very little. Rinse it off with a hose now and then. There's no painting, staining, or sealing.
What colors are available?
We offer several popular colors to match your home's trim. Ask to see samples at your free estimate.
Ready to Enjoy Your Outdoor Space?
Get a free, no-pressure estimate on an insulated or non-insulated patio cover, plus screen porch, Larson storm door, and Hardie column upgrades.