Serving the Phoenix metro
Patio cover installation in Phoenix
Typical installed range: $8,000–$22,000 for an Alumawood-style aluminum patio cover
Installation is done by a licensed Arizona contractor.
A roof attached to the house over your patio: solid for full shade, lattice for filtered light, insulated to keep heat off the room below.
- Arizona ROC-licensed installation
- Written quote before any work
- Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Gilbert and Chandler
What patio cover installation includes
- Aluminum cover panels (solid, lattice or insulated) and support posts
- Attachment to the house wall or fascia
- Built-in drainage on solid and insulated covers
Permits, electrical work and add-ons are usually quoted separately; see the terms below. Scope varies by installer, so check the written quote.
Patio covers vs. louvered pergolas
| Compare | Patio covers | Louvered pergola |
|---|---|---|
| Roof | Fixed panels | Blades rotate to open or close |
| Rain | Solid and insulated panels keep rain out; lattice doesn’t | Closes and drains through the posts |
| Placement | Usually attached to the house | Attached or freestanding |
| Cost | Lower | Higher |
When to choose a patio cover
- You want the patio right outside the house shaded all day
- You want to keep rain and dust off outdoor furniture
- You want the lower cost of a fixed roof
Licensed Arizona installation
Installation is done by a licensed Arizona contractor.
Before you sign with any contractor, search the company name or license number on the Arizona Registrar of Contractors website. The listing shows the license class, status and any complaints.
Get a written patio cover quote
Leave your name and number. A licensed installer calls you back, visits to measure, and quotes the job in writing before any work starts.
Patio covers terms, defined
| Term | What it means here |
|---|---|
| Typical installed range | $8,000–$22,000 for an Alumawood-style aluminum patio cover |
| Included in a typical installation |
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| Quoted separately |
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| Not offered | DIY kits, shade sails and commercial projects |
Price ranges are published figures from Phoenix-area installers and national cost guides, checked September 2026. See the sources.
Patio covers: questions homeowners ask
How much does a patio cover cost in Phoenix?
Typical installed range: $8,000–$22,000 for an Alumawood-style aluminum patio cover. The installer confirms the price in writing after measuring your space.
Solid, lattice or insulated: what’s the difference?
Solid covers block sun and rain completely. Lattice covers let filtered light through and don’t keep rain out. Insulated covers have a foam core that keeps more heat off the patio and the room beside it, and usually cost more than solid panels.
What is Alumawood?
Alumawood is a brand of aluminum patio cover made to look like painted wood. Ask which brand and product line each quote uses.
Do I need a permit for a patio cover?
Covers attached to the house usually need more review than freestanding structures, and rules differ by city. The installer confirms the rules for your address. Each city page on this site summarizes its local rules.
Who installs the patio cover?
Installation is done by a licensed Arizona contractor. You can check the license on the Arizona Registrar of Contractors website.
More answers in the pergola and patio cover FAQ, or see how a request works.