Patio Covers
Patio Covers That Turn Sun-Blasted Concrete into Living Space
Custom solid and lattice patio covers, engineered for your home and installed clean. Honest measurements and clear written quotes from veteran-owned AJ Shades.
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A patio without cover in Southern California is a patio you use three months a year. The rest of the time it’s too hot, too bright, or both — while you’re paying a mortgage on every square foot of it.
A custom patio cover changes the math completely. It turns that dead zone into genuine outdoor living space — morning coffee without squinting, afternoon shade without retreating indoors, evening dinners that don’t end when the sun drops behind the roofline. Done right, it doesn’t just add comfort; it adds the feeling of an extra room to your home.
We build both solid covers (complete sun and rain protection — a true outdoor room) and lattice covers (filtered light with airflow). Every cover is custom-measured and engineered for your home’s dimensions, span, and style, with colors and finishes chosen to look like the cover was always part of the house.
Now the honest part — because we’d rather earn your trust than win a bid with fine print. Most patio-cover projects are designed up to 12 feet of projection from the edge of your house — which handles the vast majority of patios. If your space runs deeper than 12 feet, or needs additional structural work, the extra scope is quoted separately during your on-site estimate. Every quote matches the dimensions we measure on site. No surprises, no “oh, we didn’t account for that” halfway through the job.
Many of our patio cover customers go one step further: motorized screens on the open sides and LED lighting overhead. The result is a fully finished outdoor room you’ll use more than your living room. Ask us about it during your free estimate — and ask about financing, too. With rates as low as 0% for 24 months for qualified buyers, the complete setup doesn’t have to wait.
What you get
Built right, priced straight
Custom-Engineered
Measured to your home, built for your span and load requirements. No one-size-fits-all kits.
Standard 12-Ft Projection
Most patio-cover projects are designed up to 12 feet of projection from the home. If your space requires a deeper span or additional structural work, we'll identify that during the site review and include it clearly in your custom estimate.
Solid & Lattice Options
Full protection or filtered shade — matched to your sun exposure and how you actually use the space.
Pairs with Screens & Lighting
Add motorized side screens and LEDs for a complete outdoor room. Install now or pre-wire for later.
Clean Installation
Professional crews who treat your property with respect and leave the site clean.
Reviews
What customers say
Verbatim, word for word from Google and Housecall Pro.
“We had shades installed throughout our house, and the entire experience was outstanding. From the initial consultation to the final installation, everything was handled professionally and efficiently. The quality of the shades is excellent, they look amazing, and they fit perfectly. The installer was punctual, knowledgeable, and made sure everything was done right. Our home looks so much better, and the shades have made a huge difference in both appearance and comfort. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for high quality window shades and exceptional customer service!”
“Very professional company and the final product is beautiful!”
“Tony runs a First Class Business, we highly recommend him.”
FAQ
Patio cover questions, answered straight
Service area
We install patio covers across Southern California
Free estimates throughout San Diego, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties.
Want to see what they look like installed? Browse real projects in our project gallery.
Free estimate • No pressure
Reclaim your backyard.
Get a free patio cover estimate — measured on site, quoted in writing, no surprises.
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CSLB #951583