We run a home-based business with low overhead, and we have worked with San Antonio material suppliers for years. That means we can offer fair, competitive pricing on carports, patio covers, awnings and deck covers.
Two ways to price your project: a la carte or turnkey
A La Carte Pricing
Send us your project size, style and colors, and we will give you a fair price for a quality structure anywhere in the San Antonio area. We are happy to answer questions along the way.
The less time a job takes, the less it costs you, and a simple lean-to design keeps our time to a minimum. On a basic lean-to patio cover, awning or deck cover, the posts and beams come in a red primer color and the roof panels are silver. The primer needs to be painted within 2 weeks of installation. After that, the choices are yours: we can do just about any color on the roof panels and posts.
Options and extra charges that may apply
Every project is a little different. Here are the things that can add to the price. Tap any item to jump to the details:
- Paint to match home or building
- Change orders
- Wiring – electrical, speaker, TV, cable & data
- Taller structures
- Gable / A-frame covers
- Curved or bent steel for higher end structures
- Rocky terrain
- Limited or restricted access to the work site
- No power on the job site
- Mileage charge
- Commercial or business structures
1. Paint to match home or building
RDW offers custom painting to match your home or building. You can supply the paint, or we can supply it. Either way, we are happy to apply it.
Please note that all color matching must be done by the customer. Paint colors can look different on a metal surface, in full sun or shade, and from one batch to the next, and we have no way to guarantee how a color will compare to your existing paint. For that reason, RDW is not responsible for any color mismatch between the new structure and your home or building. We want you to love the finished look, so we recommend choosing your color from a physical sample, ideally a small test area that you can view in daylight, before we paint.
Remember that bare primer needs to be painted within 2 weeks of installation. Read more about painting to match.
2. Change orders
We understand that ideas change once you see the layout on your property. A change order is any change to the project after the quote has been accepted, such as a different size, height, roof style, color, extra posts, or added options. Change orders are quoted as the changes are made, so you always know the cost before we proceed.
Please note that change orders can increase the price significantly. A change often means ordering more or different materials, waiting additional days for them to arrive, redoing fabrication, or adjusting work that is already in progress. The best way to keep your cost down is to settle on size, height, style and color before the work begins. If you are unsure about anything, ask us before you approve the quote. Read more about changing an order.
3. Wiring – electrical, speaker, TV, cable & data
Many customers want lights, ceiling fans, outdoor speakers, a TV, cable or data on their new patio cover. We can install the electrical, speaker, TV, cable and data runs as part of the structure, but we do not make the final connections.
- All cabling and fixtures must be provided by the customer before installation begins, so they can be mounted in the right place while the structure is built.
- We will provide a separate quote for each cable installation, so you only pay for what you want.
- Final connections, such as tying electrical into your panel or connecting equipment and service, should be made by a qualified electrician or your service provider.
Tell us about any wiring plans when you ask for your quote, so we can plan for them from the start.
4. Taller structures
Pricing for taller structures is adjusted by the foot for every foot over 8 feet. Extra height means longer posts, more steel, and in many cases larger beams and extra bracing, plus more labor to set everything safely. Taller covers are often chosen for RVs, boats, large trucks, two-story homes or a more open feel under the roof. Let us know the height you need and we will include it in your quote. Read more about structure height.
5. Gable / A-frame covers
A-frame and gabled covers have a peaked roof, which looks great and sheds water and heat well. They also take much more time and fabrication work than a simple lean-to, because the roof framing has to be cut, fitted and welded to match the pitch. Pricing for gabled covers is provided at the time of your initial quotation, based on the size and design you choose.
6. Curved or bent steel for higher end structures
Curved, arched and other custom-fabricated steel makes a beautiful, one-of-a-kind cover, but it can be very costly. The steel has to be bent or fabricated by a specialty shop, so we need to obtain pricing from those services before we can quote you. Because of that, quotes for curved work can take longer to supply. See an example of a curved patio cover in Castle Hills.
7. Rocky terrain
Much of the San Antonio and Hill Country area sits on rock, including areas such as Stone Oak. If we have to dig through rock for the post holes, the price increases per hole. In some cases we may need to bring in a boring service to make the holes for the posts, because ordinary digging will not get through. We cannot always tell what is under the surface until the digging starts, so if rock is likely on your property, mention it when you request your quote. Read more about rocky terrain fees.
8. Limited or restricted access to the work site
If the work area is hard to reach, for example a narrow gate, a backyard with no vehicle access, stairs, a steep slope or a long distance from where we can park, we have to haul tools, steel and supplies by hand. That takes more time and more people, so limited access may increase the cost based on the additional time. Photos of the site and the access path help us give you an accurate quote.
9. No power on the job site
We use power tools to cut, drill and weld. If there is no power available at the job site, we may need to bring a generator. The cost of the generator is passed along to the customer. If you can give us access to an outdoor outlet during the work, tell us when you request your quote.
10. Mileage charge
Mileage fees may apply to your project depending on how far the job is from San Antonio. Most jobs inside Loop 1604 are not an issue. If you are farther out in Bexar County or in a surrounding town, we will include any mileage in your quote so there are no surprises. Read more about mileage fees.
11. Commercial or business structures
Commercial and business structures vary based on insurance and structural requirements. Business projects often need proof of insurance, engineered or code-compliant designs, heavier steel, and permits, so each one is priced individually. Please call or text us to discuss your project, and tell us about any requirements from your landlord, property manager or city.
Turnkey Pricing
This is for folks who don’t have time to be running around town and just need the job done. I still offer competitive pricing, but I have to make sure I cover my time and expenses to get the job done. These jobs are quoted as a flat rate and we will come up with a project description.
NOTE: If a permit is required, I will pass the permit fees to the home or business owner. Also, please keep in mind I have to charge for my time in dealing with city officials. This of course is passed to the home or business owner.
Ready to get started? Request a free quote or text 210-913-3443.