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Covered Porches and Patio Covers in Columbia, SC
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Need Shade Out Back?
Covered outdoor space built for Columbia heat, pollen season and summer storms
An open patio in Columbia is hard to use for half the year. By late morning in summer the concrete is too hot to stand on, and a 4 o’clock thunderstorm can soak the cushions in minutes. A roof over that space changes how often you actually use your backyard.
Green Exterior Remodeling builds covered back porches, aluminum patio covers, front porches, pergolas and covered outdoor kitchens for homes in Columbia, Lexington, Irmo, Chapin, Blythewood and around Lake Murray. We tie the new roof into your house so it looks like it came with the home.
Call our Columbia team at (803) 882-5309 for a free consultation and written estimate.
Why Columbia Homeowners Choose Us for Porches and Patio Covers
✔ Roofs That Match Your House
We tie into your existing roofline with matching shingles, flashing and gutters, or build a freestanding or attached aluminum cover when that fits better.
✔ Fans, Lights and Outlets Standard
Ceiling fans, lighting and outlets come standard on our covered porches, because a Midlands summer afternoon needs moving air.
✔ Built for Heavy Summer Rain
Proper pitch, flashing and gutters move water off the roof and away from the slab during the downpours Columbia gets every summer.
✔ Permits and HOA Paperwork
We file permits with the City of Columbia, Richland County, Lexington County or your town, and give you drawings for HOA review.
✔ Licensed and Insured in SC
Licensed and insured in South Carolina and North Carolina, with general liability and workers’ compensation coverage.
✔ Local to Columbia
Our Columbia location is at 5810 Shakespeare Rd, Columbia, SC 29223. Call (803) 882-5309 any time.
Want to see your options? Call (803) 882-5309 and we will come out, measure and price a cover for your patio or deck.
Porch and Patio Cover Options
- Covered Back Porches: a shingled roof on columns with a finished ceiling, fans and lights. The most common way Columbia homeowners add outdoor living space.
- Aluminum Patio Covers: a lighter attached or freestanding cover over a slab, paver patio or pool deck. Clean lines and quick installation.
- Covered and Screened Combos: a covered porch with screen walls for a bug-free room. See screened porches and screen rooms.
- Front Porches: columns, railings and a roof that improve how the house looks from the street and keep rain off the front door.
- Pergolas: an open frame for partial shade, often paired with a fire pit or seating area.
- Covered Outdoor Kitchens: a roof over the grill and prep area so you can cook through a summer shower.
How We Build Your Porch or Patio Cover
1. Free Consultation
We visit your home, measure the patio or deck, look at the roofline and how the space faces the afternoon sun, and talk about how you want to use it.
2. Design
You choose the style: covered porch, aluminum patio cover, screened combo, front porch, pergola or covered kitchen. You also pick roofing, ceiling finish, columns, fans and lights. Building over a deck? We check that it can carry a roof and include any reinforcing in the estimate.
3. Permits and HOA
We file the permit for your address and provide drawings for your HOA if it reviews exterior changes.
4. Construction
We set footings and posts, frame and tie the roof into your house, flash and shingle it to match, add gutters, and wire the fans, lights and outlets. Most covered porches take 3 to 6 weeks from permit to finish; simpler patio covers take 2 to 3 weeks.
5. Final Walk-Through
After the final inspection we walk the finished space with you and take care of any touch-ups.
Columbia Porch and Patio Cover Questions
Do I need a permit for a covered porch or patio cover in Columbia?
Yes. Any roof attached to your house needs a building permit and inspections. Depending on your address that is the City of Columbia, Richland County, Lexington County or your town. We file the permit and meet the inspectors.
Can you put a roof over my existing deck?
Often. We check the deck’s footings, posts and framing first, because a roof adds weight the deck may not have been built for. If it needs reinforcing, we include that in the estimate.
Shingle roof or aluminum patio cover?
A shingled roof with columns matches the house and works well for a porch you want to feel like part of the home. An aluminum patio cover is lighter, goes up faster and suits modern homes or spots where tying into the main roof is tricky. We price both when it makes sense.
Will a covered porch help with Columbia’s summer heat?
Yes. Shade over the patio drops the surface temperature a lot, and a ceiling fan keeps air moving on humid afternoons. Fans, lighting and outlets come standard on our covered porches.
Can I screen it in later?
Yes. Many customers start with a covered porch and add screens later. If you want screens now, see our screened porch and screen room page.
How long does it take?
Most covered porches take 3 to 6 weeks from permit to finish. Simpler patio covers usually take 2 to 3 weeks. We give you a timeline at the consultation.
Does my HOA need to approve it?
Many Columbia-area neighborhoods require architectural review for a new roof structure. We provide the drawings and material details your HOA asks for.
Are you licensed and insured in South Carolina?
Yes. We are licensed and insured in both South Carolina and North Carolina.
Where We Build Porches and Patio Covers
We build covered porches and patio covers across the Midlands, including:
Columbia • Forest Acres • Shandon • Rosewood • Lexington • Irmo • Chapin • West Columbia • Cayce • Blythewood • Northeast Columbia • Elgin • Ballentine • Lake Murray area
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