Patio Covers & Sunrooms
Outdoor living · built for the Gulf Coast
Patio covers & sunrooms in Houston, TX.
Shade that looks like it belongs to your home—planned around your outdoor life and the realities of Houston weather.
- Attached or freestanding designs
- Materials and rooflines selected for your home
- One complete, project-specific estimate
- Engineering, permits, and HOA requirements coordinated
BBB Accredited · A+Accredited since March 28, 1989
Patio-cover contractor in Houston
A patio cover should solve more than sun.
The right structure creates a comfortable transition from the house to the yard without looking added on after the fact.
That means thinking through roof shape, shade direction, drainage, existing concrete, materials, fans and lighting, access, and the visual connection to your home before the work begins. Choosing a patio cover builder is about the whole project—not a one-size-fits-all kit. Colony Builders plans each covered patio and patio-cover installation around the home, site, and features that belong in the finished space.
New-build focus: Colony Builders specializes in complete new patio-cover construction and full patio transformations rather than repair-only service.
A dedicated project manager coordinates the work and quality control, while established installation crews carry the design through construction. Colony can coordinate engineering, permits, HOA requirements, and construction around one project-specific plan.
Real work, not renderings
Covered patios built for real backyards
These Colony Builders project photos show how roof form, columns, screening, cooking space, and shade can come together in different homes.
Explore three completed patio-cover projects
See how roof form, outdoor cooking and the connection to the house came together in these Colony Builders projects.
- Two-story patio and outdoor kitchen in Katy — an upper covered patio and a sheltered lower cooking and gathering space.
- Gable-roof patio cover in Sugar Land — an attached cover with an open, high-ceilinged gable and coordinated roof details.
- Patio cover and outdoor kitchen in The Woodlands — an attached low-profile cover with a brick kitchen and areas for cooking and seating.
Want a cover that fits your own roofline, yard, and wish list?
Built for the Gulf Coast conversation
Houston conditions belong in the design.
A patio cover is an exterior structure. The planning should account for the house, the lot, and the climate—not just the square footage of shade.
Service area: Houston and surrounding communities generally within about an hour of our base. Project availability is confirmed by address.
Talk through your siteSun and heat
Orientation, afternoon exposure, roof height, and shade coverage all change how the space feels in a Houston summer.
Before your estimate, look at the patio when you expect to use it, such as lunch or an evening meal. Note where direct sun reaches the seats or table. Bring those observations to the site review so shade coverage can be discussed around how you want to use the space.
Rain and drainage
Roof pitch, gutters, downspouts, slab conditions, and where water exits the yard should work as one system.
Home connection
An attached structure must respect the existing roofline, doors, windows, utilities, and exterior finishes.
Ground conditions
Houston-area soils and existing concrete can affect the foundation approach and the final project scope.
Wind and structure
Post layout, spans, roof form, and connections need to be considered as part of a complete structural plan.
Approvals and access
Jurisdiction, HOA rules, site access, and project-specific responsibilities are identified before construction begins.
A clearer way to build
From first conversation to a defined project
No two homes have the same roof, yard, access, or priorities. The process is designed to turn those variables into a clear scope before construction.
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Start with the way you live
Tell us how you want to use the space, what is not working today, and the look you want to carry from the house outdoors.
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Review the home and site
We look at shade, drainage, access, existing concrete, roof conditions, openings, and the project area before finalizing scope.
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Define the complete project
Your proposal documents the selected direction, included work, known preconstruction items, and a project-specific schedule.
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Build with a clear plan
The work moves forward from an agreed scope, with project communication and completion details defined for your home.
A useful estimate—not a teaser price
What shapes the cost of a patio cover?
Colony Builders does not post a generic price that ignores the home. Your estimate is based on the actual structure, site, selections, and complete scope.
Request my estimate- Overall size, height, and roof form
- Attached versus freestanding construction
- Wood, cedar, aluminum, and finish selections
- Existing slab, new concrete, footings, and access
- Roof tie-ins, gutters, drainage, and exterior finish work tied to the build
- Electrical, fans, lighting, and outdoor-living features
- Engineering, permitting, HOA, and jurisdiction requirements when applicable
Not sure which project fits?
Patio cover, pergola, screening, or sunroom
Start with how much enclosure, weather protection, and year-round separation you want.
Patio cover
Broad shade and rain protection while keeping the sides open to the yard.
Best when weather protection leads.Pergola
An architectural frame that preserves sky and airflow with lighter, partial shade.
Best when openness and character lead.Screened patio
Airflow and backyard views with a perimeter that helps keep insects outside the living space.
Best when screening and airflow lead.Sunroom
More separation from the outdoors, with windows and an interior-style room experience.
Best when enclosure leads.Sunrooms and patio enclosures
Plan your sunroom or screened patio enclosure
Colony Builders offers sunrooms and screened patio enclosures alongside custom patio covers. Start with how you want to use the space, the connection you want to keep with the yard, and how much enclosure you are looking for.
What should we review if you already have a patio?
Include the project address and tell us what is already there. The site review considers existing concrete, roof conditions, drainage, access and openings before the scope is finalized. This helps define the work for your home rather than starting with a generic enclosure package.
Which details help define a sunroom or screened enclosure?
For a sunroom, discuss the windows, the views you want to keep and the relationship to adjoining rooms. For a screened patio, put airflow and insect protection at the center of the discussion. Explain how you want to use the space through the year so the proposed direction follows those priorities.
What belongs in the project proposal?
Compare the selected enclosure direction and the complete included work, including roof, concrete, drainage or opening details tied to the build. Colony Builders’ proposal documents known preconstruction items and a project-specific schedule. Engineering, permits and HOA requirements can be coordinated when applicable. Review that complete scope when comparing estimates.
Credibility you can verify
Exterior-remodeling experience with a public track record.
Colony Builders has served Greater Houston since 1987. The company is currently BBB Accredited with an A+ rating and has been accredited since March 28, 1989.
The 1997 Alside Gold Star certificate reflects Colony’s broader exterior-design history; it is presented here as company heritage, not as a patio-specific award.
Patio-project feedback on BBB
What homeowners say after the build
These short excerpts come from public, patio-specific customer reviews on Colony Builders’ BBB profile.
Read the full reviews on BBB“Wonderful to work with … there every step of the way.”
Brett H. · BBB customer review
“A beautiful patio where we can build more memories.”
Geetha G. · BBB customer review
Houston patio-cover FAQs
Questions worth asking before you build
A good consultation should make the project more concrete—not pressure you into a generic package.
Call 713-272-6224Do I need a permit for a patio cover in the Houston area?
Requirements vary by city, county, project type, and property. The right answer depends on the address and the proposed structure, so applicable requirements and responsibilities should be confirmed during project planning rather than assumed from a generic checklist.
Is an attached or freestanding patio cover better?
Attached covers can feel like a natural extension of the home and may offer a direct transition from an interior room. Freestanding covers create more flexibility in the yard and avoid some roofline constraints. The home, lot, drainage, and intended use usually make the decision clearer.
Can a patio cover include fans, lighting, or an outdoor kitchen?
Those features can be considered as part of a complete design. Their feasibility and scope depend on the structure, electrical plan, clearances, ventilation, utilities, and applicable requirements at the property.
How much does a custom patio cover cost?
There is no useful one-price answer for a custom build. Size, material, roof complexity, site access, concrete and footings, electrical work, drainage, finishes, and approval requirements all influence the proposal. Colony Builders provides a project-specific estimate after learning what the home needs.
How long does a patio-cover project take?
A typical project may spend about a month in preconstruction while design details, engineering, HOA requirements, and permits are prepared. Construction commonly takes about three weeks once work begins. Actual timing varies with scope, jurisdiction, material availability, inspections, weather, and changes, and the project-specific schedule is confirmed in the proposal.
Do you offer financing?
Financing options are available through HFS Financial and Lyon Financial, subject to provider approval and terms.
What workmanship warranty do you provide?
Colony Builders includes a standard one-year workmanship warranty on our installation work. Product and manufacturer warranties, when applicable, are separate and subject to their written terms.
Where does Colony Builders build patio covers?
Colony Builders serves homeowners across Houston and surrounding communities generally within about an hour of our base. Project availability is confirmed by address when you request an estimate.
What if I am considering a sunroom instead?
A patio cover preserves an open-air experience, while a sunroom creates a more enclosed transition between indoors and outdoors. If you are deciding between them, the consultation can begin with how you want to use the space year-round.
Your backyard can work harder
Let’s plan the shade your home is missing.
Request a free, project-specific patio-cover estimate for your Houston-area home.