How much does a custom patio cover cost in Modesto?

It depends on size, roof style, materials and options. Your written proposal lists materials, cost and timeline before anything starts, and you approve it first.

Do I need a permit for a patio cover in Modesto, and do you pull it?

In the City of Modesto, a patio cover attached to your house needs a building permit. We take care of the permit for you.

Attached or freestanding: which is right for my yard?

An attached cover extends from your house; a freestanding cover stands on its own posts anywhere in the yard. We'll look at your space and recommend one at the free consultation.

What brands and materials do you use?

We're an authorized Alumawood, Four Seasons and Duralum dealer.

How long does it take?

A typical build takes 1–4 days. We're usually at your home for the free consultation about a week after you reach out, and you get your estimate on the spot.

Custom patio covers · Modesto, CA

Custom Patio Cover Installation in Modesto

Shade designed around your house, not picked from a catalog. We match the shape, roof and finish to your home, then our own crew builds it.

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Rated 4.5 ★ on Google & YelpCA LIC# B498637Updated October 2026

Bronze patio cover with rafter-tail trim over a raised composite deck and wide steps, beside a two-story home and a red Japanese maple

Looking up at a bronze patio cover's wood-tone ceiling and fan, framing a poolside dining set and tall pines

CA LIC# B498637Licensed California contractor
Family-ownedThree generations, since 2008
Our own crewEvery cover and sunroom
Authorized dealerAlumawood, Equinox & 2 moreAlumawood, Equinox, Four Seasons & Duralum

White gabled patio cover with ceiling fans shading an outdoor sofa set and cobalt-blue planters along a stucco home

What is a custom patio cover?

A patio cover designed for your house instead of picked from a catalog. The size, shape, roof style, color and features are chosen to fit your home's architecture and the way you use your yard.

Tailored design
Shaped to match your home's architecture and your style.
Your choice of options
A range of materials, finishes and features.
A look that's yours
A distinct, personal touch for your backyard.
Lasting value
Adds beauty and everyday use to your home.

Is a custom cover right for you?

A custom cover can be built in several styles. Here's how the main options compare.

Custom Patio CoverThis pageBest if you want a cover designed around your home's architecture.
Louvered CoverBest if you want to open for sun or close for shade and rain.
Insulated CoverBest if you want the space under it to stay cooler in summer.
Lattice CoverBest if you want filtered light and air moving through.

More custom patio cover work

Built by our own crew. Tap any photo to see it larger.

From a custom patio cover customer

We met with Scott, the owner, who took all of our wishes and designed us a patio cover that exceeded our expectations.

Nico G. · 640 sq ft custom patio coverGoogle review

4.5 ★ from 90 reviews on Google & Yelp

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Why homeowners choose SC for custom covers

Written proposal first
Your materials, cost and timeline are in writing before any work starts.
Our own crew
The people who build your patio cover or sunroom work for SC Construction. We never subcontract that work.
Final walkthrough
We don't call the job finished until you've walked it with us and you're happy.

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Each one goes in your contract. · CA LIC# B498637

Five steps. No surprises.

You'll know what's next at every step.

About a week from your call
Step 1: Free consultation
We visit, measure and listen.
Same visit
Step 2: Estimate on the spot
You get your price before we leave.
Your pace
Step 3: You approve
Nothing starts until you sign off on the design and price.
1–4 days for a typical build
Step 4: Installation
Our own crew builds your cover or sunroom.
Install day
Step 5: Final walkthrough
We walk it with you and fix anything before we call it done.

Custom patio cover questions

Straight answers before you decide.

Still have a question?

Ask the family that builds it. We reply within one business day.

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It depends on size, roof style, materials and options. Your written proposal lists materials, cost and timeline before anything starts, and you approve it first.
In the City of Modesto, a patio cover attached to your house needs a building permit. We take care of the permit for you.
An attached cover extends from your house; a freestanding cover stands on its own posts anywhere in the yard. We'll look at your space and recommend one at the free consultation.
We're an authorized Alumawood, Four Seasons and Duralum dealer.
A typical build takes 1–4 days. We're usually at your home for the free consultation about a week after you reach out, and you get your estimate on the spot.

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Ready for a backyard you'll use all summer?

Tell us about your project. We'll set up a free consultation and give you your estimate on the spot, with no pressure.

Call 209-324-5062

Serving Modesto, Turlock, Manteca and nearby cities.

Prefer to see it first? Visit our showroom at 1518 9th Street, or ask about financing.

“Scott was great to work with and the ladies in the office were so helpful and communicative.”

Renee S.

Custom Patio Cover Installation in Modesto

What is a custom patio cover?

Is a custom cover right for you?

More custom patio cover work

From a custom patio cover customer

Why homeowners choose SC for custom covers

Five steps. No surprises.

Step 1: Free consultation

Step 2: Estimate on the spot

Step 3: You approve

Step 4: Installation

Step 5: Final walkthrough

Custom patio cover questions

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