Riverside backyards take a beating. Triple-digit summers off the Santa Ana River bottom, hardpan clay soil under a lot of the older neighborhoods, and afternoon sun that makes an uncovered slab unusable from June through September. New Generation Construction has been building outdoor living spaces in this valley since 2008 — shaded patio covers for the ranch homes in La Sierra, paver drives and hardscape for the 1920s bungalows near Wood Streets and Downtown, full backyard buildouts for the newer tracts up in Orangecrest and Mission Grove. We work one-on-one with the homeowner, not through a call center, and we build the kind of backyard you'll still be enjoying in twenty years.
Our services in Riverside
We're a licensed general contractor, so a Riverside project doesn't have to get handed off to three different companies. Design, permits, concrete, structure, finishes — it stays with us from the first walkthrough to the final walkthrough.
- New patio covers — solid, lattice, and combination roofs sized for Riverside's sun angle and heat
- Aluminum patio enclosures and insulated roof systems
- Custom outdoor kitchens and built-in BBQ islands
- Custom outdoor fireplaces and fire pits
- Pavers — driveways, patios, walkways, and pool decking
- Pergolas and freestanding outdoor pavilions
- Decks and elevated outdoor living platforms
- Landscape and hardscape design, including drought-tolerant planting plans
- Home additions and new ADUs
- Steel building construction for shops, covered parking, and storage
Why Riverside homeowners choose us
We've been working in the Riverside area since 2008, which is long enough to know how this city is actually built. The housing stock swings wildly here — Victorian and Craftsman homes near the Mission Inn and the Wood Streets, mid-century ranches through Arlington and La Sierra, big-lot tract homes in Canyon Crest, Orangecrest, and Woodcrest, and horse-property parcels out past Alessandro Heights. A patio cover that's right for a 1925 bungalow is the wrong call on a 2004 stucco tract home, and we plan the structure and materials accordingly.
We also know the local realities: expansive clay soils that demand proper footings, the wind that comes through the Box Springs gap, and City of Riverside permitting and setback requirements that catch a lot of out-of-town builders off guard. Because the owner is licensed and personally accountable on every job, Riverside residents get straight answers about scope, schedule, and cost — not a sales pitch.
We also don't chase the lowest bid. We buy from premium manufacturers with real warranties because a patio cover that fades and sags in eight Inland Empire summers isn't a bargain. We'd rather build it once, build it right, and finish what we start.
Backyard and hardscape projects we've completed near Riverside
A typical Riverside project starts with an unusable slab or a patch of dead lawn. We'll often begin with a solid-roof patio cover over the main entertaining area, then extend the living space out with pavers — driveway, side yard, and a patio pad that ties the whole footprint together instead of looking like three separate projects.
From there, the additions we're asked for most in the Riverside area are built-in BBQ islands with bar seating, custom fireplaces that make the yard usable on cool desert nights, and pergolas over a spa or dining area. On larger Woodcrest and Orangecrest lots we've done full landscape and hardscape transformations — grading, drainage, retaining walls, drought-tolerant planting, and lighting. We also build home additions, detached ADUs, and steel structures for homeowners who need square footage or covered work space, not just curb appeal.
Service areas near Riverside
- Riverside — Downtown, Wood Streets, Canyon Crest, La Sierra, Arlington, Orangecrest, Mission Grove, Woodcrest, Alessandro Heights
- Moreno Valley
- Corona
- Jurupa Valley
- Norco
- Eastvale
- Rubidoux
- Redlands and Loma Linda
- Grand Terrace and Colton
FAQ
How soon can you come out to look at my Riverside backyard?
Riverside is our home base, so in most cases we can get out for an on-site consultation within a few days. We walk the yard with you, take measurements, and talk through what's realistic for the space and the budget before anyone signs anything.
Do you charge a trip fee anywhere in Riverside?
No. Consultations and estimates anywhere in the city — from La Sierra to Orangecrest — are free, and there's no travel charge during the project.
Do you pull permits with the City of Riverside?
Yes. We're a licensed general contractor and we handle permitting and inspections for patio covers, enclosures, additions, and ADUs. Riverside has its own building department and its own setback and zoning rules, and we've been working through that process for years.
What's a typical timeline for a Riverside backyard project?
A patio cover or paver patio usually runs one to three weeks of build time once materials land. Full backyard remodels with an outdoor kitchen, fireplace, and landscape typically run four to eight weeks. Home additions and ADUs are longer and depend heavily on plan check. We give Riverside homeowners a realistic schedule up front and tell you if something slips.
Will a backyard remodel hold up in Riverside heat?
That's exactly why we spec premium materials. Inland Empire sun destroys cheap vinyl, thin aluminum, and low-grade pavers. We use products built for this climate and backed by manufacturer warranties.
If you've got a Riverside backyard that isn't working for you — too hot, too plain, or just unfinished — let's walk it together and talk through what's possible. You'll deal with the owner directly, get an honest number, and know exactly what you're paying for. +17142968788 to schedule your free on-site consultation anywhere in the Riverside area.