Cost of Building a Screened Porch in Houston, TX

The total construction costs for a new screened porch are dictated by several critical factors, primarily size and materials. Below is a comprehensive breakdown of the most significant components and their associated costs.

Concrete 

The standard cost for concrete installation when building a new covered patio in Houston is approximately $18.00 per square foot, with a minimum project expenditure of $2,500.00 for a basic "broom finish" slab. Should you choose to upgrade to stamped and stained concrete, expect an average cost of $22.00 per square foot.

Overhead Patio Cover 

The expense for an overhead patio cover, utilizing insulated aluminum roof panels, is defined at $38.00 per square foot.

Screen Walls 

The installation costs for screen room walls are around $140.00 per linear foot, based on an 8-foot wall height, excluding kickplates. Including a kickplate raises the price to $160.00 per linear foot.

Number of Screen Doors 

Each standard 36" screen door is priced at $325.00.

Electrical Components

For homeowners desiring ceiling fans, our installation services are offered at $350.00 each. Additionally, we provide installation for features such as wall plugs and recessed LED lighting.

Roofing Shingles

Although roofing shingles are not a necessity for this construction type, they may be included at an additional cost of $9.00 per square foot upon request.

Example

The total expenditure for constructing a 12x20 concrete slab, accompanied by a 12x20 aluminum patio cover in Houston, featuring 8-foot-tall screen walls, one screen door, and one ceiling fan will result in a total cost of $14,150.00.

For the most accurate pricing tailored to your project, contact the seasoned professionals at Lone Star Patio Builders today at 281-773-1255.