Today we're sharing how to build a patio cover that is free standing and not attached to the house. We wanted a nice cover so John could BBQ without being rained on, and this solved our problem!

Hiring a pro to build a covered patio on your property costs $5,800 to $27,400.The cost range here is wide, due to a dizzying number of options. There’s the cost of the patio itself and all of ...

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