Having a contractor build you a screen-in patio or porch will cost a pretty penny. Instead, consider building it yourself ...

Some common, DIY- and wallet-friendly patio enclosures include outdoor drapes ... If your outdoor area doesn't have a roof or ceiling from which to hang the screens, you can opt for posts and ...

Meanwhile, patio covers with a solid roof need permits in Washington State ... and construction depending on where you live. Trying to DIY a patio cover means you have to navigate the permitting ...