Question 1

How much does a patio cover cost in Dallas-Fort Worth in 2026?

Accepted Answer

In the DFW market, most patio covers run $8,000 to $25,000+. A basic 12x12 lean-to (shed-style) cover starts around $8,000-$12,000, a mid-size gable cover with a shingled roof matched to your home typically lands between $14,000 and $20,000, and large custom designs with tongue-and-groove ceilings, lighting, and fans can exceed $25,000. Every Structure1 estimate is free, itemized, and includes permits and engineering.

Question 2

What's the difference between a gable and a lean-to patio cover?

Accepted Answer

A lean-to (shed-style) cover attaches to your home with a single sloped roof — it's the most cost-effective option and works well under existing eaves. A gable cover has a peaked, A-frame roofline that adds height, airflow, and a more custom architectural look, and it's the better choice for taller ceilings or larger patios. Gable covers typically cost 20-35% more than a comparable lean-to.

Question 3

Do you handle patio cover permits in Dallas, Plano, Frisco, and other DFW cities?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Nearly every city in the DFW metroplex — including Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Frisco, McKinney, and Arlington — requires a building permit for a patio cover. Structure1 handles the full permit process on every project: drawings, engineering letters where required, submission, and inspections. Permit approval usually takes 1-2 weeks depending on the city.

Question 4

Will my patio cover match my home's existing roof?

Accepted Answer

Yes. On solid-roof covers we install architectural shingles color-matched to your existing roof so the addition looks original to the house, and we tie the new roofline into your home's structure correctly — flashing, drainage, and attachment points are where inexperienced builders cause leaks. Standing seam metal and polycarbonate panel roofs are also available.

Question 5

How long does patio cover installation take?

Accepted Answer

Construction itself takes 3-7 days for most patio covers once permits are approved and materials arrive. End to end — contract, permit approval (1-2 weeks), material procurement, and build — plan on 2-4 weeks. We confirm a build date before work starts and keep one crew on your project until it's finished.

Question 6

Do you build patio covers with concrete included?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and it's the most cost-effective way to do a full outdoor living project. Because we self-perform both structures and concrete, we can pour a new stamped concrete patio and build the cover above it in one mobilization — one permit package, one crew, one timeline.

Style	Roof	Look	Best for	Investment
Lean-To (Shed)	Single slope, attached to home	Clean, low-profile	Smaller patios, budget-conscious builds, low rooflines	$8,000 – $14,000
Gable (A-Frame)	Peaked roofline, shingles matched to home	Custom, architectural	Larger patios, height and airflow, resale value	$14,000 – $25,000+
Polycarbonate Pergola	Clear/tinted panels over cedar rafters	Open and bright	Rain protection without losing natural light	$10,000 – $18,000

Patio Covers

Built for Texas heat,
wind, and weather.

Built into
every project.

Gable, lean-to,
or polycarbonate?

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Pergola with Polycarbonate

Classic Gable Patio Cover

Completed Exterior

Lean To Style Patio Cover

Foundation

Attached Design

Weather Protection

Custom Finishes

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