You built a patio to enjoy the backyard, and then the Riverside sun, the wind-blown dust, and the mosquitos took it back from you. An aluminum patio enclosure gives that space back — a screened or glass-walled room off the back of the house that stays usable in August and in January. New Generation Construction (New Generation Construction) builds custom aluminum enclosures for single-family homes throughout Riverside, working directly with you from the first walk-through to the last piece of trim. Owner Ely Ramos is on the job, licensed under CSLB 910999, and accountable for every panel we set.
What an aluminum patio enclosure involves
An aluminum patio enclosure is a framed structure that closes in a patio using extruded aluminum posts, beams, and channel, filled with insect screen, glass, vinyl window panels, or a combination of the three. Most Riverside projects start with either an existing patio cover we enclose, or a new insulated or lattice aluminum cover we build first and enclose second.
The work begins with the slab. We check the existing concrete for slope, cracking, and thickness, because the whole enclosure sits on it and any drainage problem becomes an interior problem once you close the walls in. From there we set the posts, tie the header into the house fascia or wall with proper flashing so water sheds away from the structure instead of into it, and square the frame. Then the wall system goes in: screen channel with spline for a screen room, or sliding vinyl and glass panels if you want to close it off in cold weather. Doors are hung and adjusted, corners and seams are sealed, and the exterior is finished in a factory color that matches the trim on the house.
Typical jobs run a few days to a couple of weeks depending on whether we are also pouring concrete, framing a new cover, or running electrical for fans and lighting. We handle the permitting side with the City of Riverside or County when the structure requires it.
Why New Generation Construction for aluminum patio enclosures
- Licensed contractor, CSLB 910999. The license number is on every proposal. You can look it up before you sign anything.
- Premium manufacturers, not whatever is cheapest that week. We buy aluminum from reputable vendors who stand behind their products, because a thin extrusion and a bargain screen spline will show you the difference in three summers.
- Ely Ramos is the owner and he is on your project. You are not handed off to a call center. You talk one-on-one with the person responsible for the work.
- We build the whole backyard, not just the box. Enclosures, patio covers, pavers, decks, and hardscape come from one crew, so the finished space matches instead of looking assembled in pieces.
- We solve the slab and drainage first. Enclosing a patio that ponds water is how homeowners end up tearing it out. We deal with it up front and tell you honestly if the concrete needs work.
- Riverside-specific detailing. Sun exposure, Santa Ana wind loads, and dust intrusion drive our choices on panel type, screen mesh, and fastening — not a one-size template.
Our aluminum patio enclosure process
- Phone call. Tell us what you want the space to do — screened dining room, sunroom, dog-safe play area — and we set a time to come out.
- On-site evaluation. We measure the patio, inspect the slab and existing cover, check roofline and setbacks, and look at how the space connects to the house.
- Design and material selection. Ely walks you through cover style, screen versus vinyl versus glass, panel configuration, door placement, and colors. If you arrive with a clear vision, we build to it. If you don't, we show you what the space can actually hold.
- Written proposal. Itemized scope, materials by manufacturer, and timeline. No verbal handshakes.
- Permits and scheduling. We prepare and submit plans where the structure requires a permit and coordinate inspections.
- Build. Slab prep or pour if needed, footings and posts, frame and cover, wall panels, doors, electrical rough-in for fans or lighting, then sealing and trim.
- Walk-through. We open and close every panel and door with you, adjust hardware, clean the site, and go over care for the screens and tracks.
What aluminum patio enclosures typically cost
Estimates range based on a handful of real variables, and any contractor who gives you a number over the phone is guessing. Square footage is the biggest driver — a 12x16 screen room and a 20x30 glass-walled sunroom are different projects. After that: whether you already have a solid patio cover we can enclose or we're building a new insulated aluminum cover from scratch; whether the existing slab is sound or needs cutting, patching, or a new pour; screen versus vinyl versus tempered glass panels; the number and type of doors; electrical for ceiling fans, outlets, and lighting; and permitting requirements.
Our proposals include materials, labor, cleanup, and permit coordination. They do not include unforeseen concrete replacement or structural repair to the house we can't see until demo — if we find it, we show you and price it separately before touching it. We will not be the lowest bid you get in Riverside. We use premium materials and carry the overhead of a licensed, insured operation, and we'd rather explain that up front. Estimates are free.
Service areas we cover
- Riverside
- Corona
- Moreno Valley
- Jurupa Valley
- Norco
- Eastvale
- Rubidoux
- Woodcrest
- Mira Loma
- Canyon Crest and Orangecrest
FAQ
Do I need a permit for an aluminum patio enclosure in Riverside?
Usually yes, especially for a new attached structure or when electrical is involved. We prepare and submit the plans and coordinate inspections as part of the project.
Can you enclose the patio cover I already have?
Often, yes. It depends on the cover's construction, post spacing, and condition. We inspect it during the on-site visit and tell you straight whether it will carry an enclosure or whether you're better off replacing it.
Screen, vinyl, or glass — which should I pick?
Screen is the most affordable and best for airflow and bug control. Vinyl sliding panels let you close the room on cold or windy days and still open it up. Glass creates a true sunroom. Many Riverside homeowners go with screen plus a few vinyl panels on the wind-facing side.
How long does the build take?
Most enclosures run several days to two weeks on site once materials arrive, longer if we're pouring concrete or building a new cover first. Permit review adds time on the front end.
Will the aluminum hold up in Riverside heat?
Factory-finished aluminum handles our sun better than wood — it won't rot, warp, or need repainting on a cycle. The finish quality is where cheap material shows, which is why we buy from manufacturers who back their product.
Can you do the enclosure and the rest of the backyard at once?
Yes. Pavers, hardscape, landscape, decks, and pergolas are all in-house, and doing them together is cheaper and cleaner than staging separate crews.
If you're ready to make your patio a room you actually use year-round, call New Generation Construction at [CALL] for a free on-site estimate in Riverside. Our office is open Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, and project managers are reachable by phone on weekends. Talk to Ely, get a real number in writing, and see what your backyard can be.