A patio cover is one of the smartest upgrades a DFW homeowner can make. It gives you more usable space, more shade, and more reasons to be outside without the cost of a full addition. Rocking J Construction has been designing and building outdoor living spaces across Grapevine, Southlake, Colleyville, and the rest of DFW since 2009. We handle the whole project, from the first sketch to the final walkthrough.
Texas weather is tough on outdoor structures. Summers bring heavy sun and heat. Spring brings hail and high wind. We build every patio cover, pergola, and outdoor kitchen to stand up to both.
Spring in North Texas is short — make the most of it with a covered patio or outdoor living space that extends your home beyond four walls. Rocking J Construction designs and builds attached patio covers, freestanding pergolas, screen enclosures, and fully equipped outdoor kitchens with built-in grills, refrigerators, countertops, and seating areas.
We build for the Texas climate. Our patio covers are engineered to handle 100-degree summers and the occasional winter freeze, using materials and framing that won’t warp, rot, or deteriorate after a few seasons. Whether you want a simple shaded retreat or a full outdoor entertainment area with lighting, fans, and a kitchen, we can design and build it.
Most homeowners start here. An attached patio cover connects directly to your house and gives you instant shade over an existing patio or deck. We frame these to match your roofline and siding, so the finished product looks like it was part of the original home. Attached covers work great over grilling areas, dining spaces, and outdoor living rooms.
A pergola works well when you want shade in the yard instead of right next to the house. Pergolas can stand alone or connect to a walkway. We build both open slat designs for partial shade and louvered or solid roof designs for full coverage. Many homeowners add string lights, fans, or curtains to finish the look.
If bugs are the main problem, a screen enclosure solves it. We build screened patios and porches that keep pests out while still letting the breeze in. This is a popular add on for homeowners who already have a covered patio and want to use it more often.
An outdoor kitchen turns your patio into a real entertaining space. We build these with built in grills, countertops, storage, sinks, and mini fridges. Everything is set up for how you actually cook and host, not just for looks. We can build a small grilling station or a full outdoor kitchen with multiple cooking zones.
Step one. We inspect your yard and talk through what you want. You get a written estimate with clear pricing.
Step two. We help you choose materials, layout, and finishes. Nothing starts until you approve the plan.
Step three. Our crew builds on schedule and keeps your yard clean during the job.
Step four. We walk the finished space with you before we call the job done.
Cost depends on size, roof style, and materials. A basic attached patio cover costs less than a fully equipped outdoor kitchen with a solid roof. We give you a written estimate with clear line items so you know exactly what you are paying for before work starts.
Most patio covers and pergolas require a permit in DFW cities, including Grapevine. Rocking J Construction handles the permit process for you, so you do not have to deal with the city yourself.
A standard attached patio cover usually takes one to two weeks. Larger projects with outdoor kitchens or screen enclosures take longer. We give you a realistic timeline before we start.
Yes. If you already have a patio cover, we can add a built in kitchen, countertops, and utility hookups to it. We will check that the existing structure can support the added weight and utilities before we start.
Call our team at (817) 601-7068 or send us a message.
Rocking J Construction builds patio covers, pergolas, and outdoor kitchens for homeowners in Grapevine, Southlake, Colleyville, Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, and across the DFW area.