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Patio Covers in Irvine, CA

Patio covers for Irvine backyards, built to handle hot inland afternoons and to fit your village's HOA guidelines. Ocean Pacific Patios builds them from Costa Mesa, just to the west.

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Irvine homes

Part of our Orange County service area.

Patio cover options

  • Aluminum Patio Covers
  • Freestanding Patio Covers
  • Solid and Lattice Combinations
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Wood grain & extruded

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Backyard patio covers for Irvine’s villages

Backyard patio covers for Irvine’s villages

Irvine is a planned city, built village by village, and many homes sit inside an HOA. Woodbridge, Northwood, University Park and Turtle Rock each have their own look, and newer villages often come with compact backyards.

That means a patio cover in Irvine has two jobs. It has to shade a small yard well, and it has to look like it belongs next to the neighbors’ homes.

Built for inland heat

Built for inland heat

Much of Irvine sits farther inland than Costa Mesa or Newport Beach, so the cool coastal air fades earlier in the day. A south or west facing patio can get uncomfortable by mid afternoon in summer.

  • Insulated roof panels have a foam core that holds back more of the sun’s heat than a single layer roof.
  • Solid roofs give full shade and rain cover over a dining table or outdoor kitchen.
  • Lattice roofs let filtered light through, which works over a lounge area or a garden bed.

In a compact Irvine yard, an attached cover sized to the whole patio slab often gives the most usable shade.

Wood, vinyl or aluminum?

Wood, vinyl or aluminum?

If you are searching for the best patio covers in Irvine, you will see wood, vinyl and aluminum options. Wood patio covers look classic but need regular painting and can attract termites. Vinyl resists rot, though style and color choices vary by maker.

We build aluminum patio covers, and that is our specialty. Wood grain embossed aluminum from Duralum gives you the look of a wood cover without the upkeep, and extruded aluminum from 4K Aluminum gives a clean, modern profile. Some covers combine both.

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Working with your HOA

Working with your HOA

Most Irvine associations have an architectural review step for patio covers. They usually look at color, height, roof style and how close the cover sits to the property line.

We plan the design around your HOA guidelines first, then go over what the City of Irvine asks for on the plans. Bring your association’s rules to the first meeting and we will design with them in mind.

Patio cover or pergola?

Patio cover or pergola?

Some Irvine homeowners want an open beam look rather than a covered roof. Our aluminum pergolas come in modern black and white, some with louvered roofs and privacy screens. Read more about pergola installation in Irvine.

How Irvine patio cover installation works

How Irvine patio cover installation works

  1. Call (949) 525-1267 or send photos of your backyard.
  2. We measure, then choose roof style, material and color with your HOA rules in hand.
  3. Once the HOA and city steps for your design are settled, we schedule the build.
  4. We build the cover you approved.

For photos of each cover type, visit patio covers Orange County, or contact us to request a quote.

Reviews

What homeowners say

See what homeowners say about working with us on our Google Business Profile.

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  • Roxana Strohmeier2 months ago★★★★★

    I recently had a new solid insulated patio cover installed. My experience with Ocean Pacific Patios was amazing from start to finish. Charlie the Design Consultant was friendly and knowledgeable! Most importantly he was not pushy at all! He answered all my questions without hesitation. The Construction Manager, John, was wonderful too! He had great suggestions and expertise knowledge! Mario and his crew did an excellent job in the demolition of my old cover and installed the new one with precise skills! I have already recommended this company to three people. I have zero complaints!

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  • Jon Ifould8 months ago★★★★★

    We did a large front/backyard remodel and pool. John and his team did the Pergolas. Of the three separate contractors we used I would only recommend John. He and his team were professional and the quality was first rate. I really wish I had discovered John before I signed the contract with the main hardscape contractor. John's experience and excellent problem solving skills really saved the project. I highly recommend Ocean Pacific Patios.

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  • Jay Saffarzadeh8 months ago★★★★★

    I had a great experience with this company. My sales rep was John. He was extremely good and professional. He knew exactly what I needed. His crew were great. They built a cover patio so beautiful and we are grateful to them. I highly recommend this company.

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  • Jia Hui Deng8 months ago★★★★★

    Charlie and John were super helpful with our new house patio. They were very detailed yet fast pace. Great price on the market! And super thankful that we have them working for the new house!

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  • Betty Lynn Senes9 months ago★★★★★

    John and Charlie took on our complicated home patio pavers and drainage project this past fall 2025. It was small, so I was worried it would not be a priority for anyone - but they were prompt, fair, and no-nonsense. Their crews were expedient, knowledgeable and exceeded our expectations. They were patient while we selected just the right paver color, and made suggestions such as some small accent lights that have made a huge difference! Charlie is extremely knowledgeable and helped us to achieve a beautiful result that drains properly. They even helped locate and connect a drain line that was buried under some pavers we had placed years ago, leaving the area looking beautiful! I would highly recommend Ocean Pacific Patios, without reservation. They are the best.

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  • Elnaz Sadaghiana year ago★★★★★

    John is one the best business man who is always available, on time and very knowledgeable, he helped me about lots of different things for my project that I had no clue how to design it, his team are very helpful, kind and friendly, 1 am super happy and truly thankful for the outstanding work and results. I really recommend Ocean Pacific Patios, especially working with John is very fun also appreciated. Thank you

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  • John Bozajiana year ago★★★★★

    If you’re looking for a beautiful, high quality patio cover at a fair price, this is the company to use. Construction manager John Haynes handled all our design needs in a very professional manner. Tony and the install crew really know their stuff too.
    You couldn’t go wrong using Ocean Pacific Patios.

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  • Dave Ramos2 years ago★★★★★

    After several bids and proposals with patio cover companies, we decided to go with Ocean Pacific to replace our old dilapidated patio cover. Charlie was informative and fair in presenting his numbers. John, the construction manager, in addition to his expertise in confirming the design details, was very helpful in referring a wood repair man (who did a great job). Demo day went smoothly. The crew was quick and efficient. Installation of the patio cover was spectacular - Hugo and his helper completed the job in one day! They were professional and answered my questions. They cleaned up the back yard after their completion. We are very happy with the patio cover. It turned out beautiful! Thank you, Ocean Pacific.

    Dave & Rose Ramos - Walnut, CA

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  • Dan Gehrig2 years ago★★★★★

    It was great working with Ocean Pacific Patios. I updated my pool deck and was extremely pleased with the quality of work that was produced. Looking forward to them for more projects in the future.

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  • Don Spengler2 years ago★★★★★

    My wife and I selected Ocean Pacific Patios after receiving several different bids. From the beginning, Charlie came to our home and listened to what we wanted. During this process, Charlie suggested a different option that we had not thought of. He presented us a bid for our option and the new option he offered. We finally decided to go with Charlie’s option. Charlie and John came out for the final design meeting, at which time John made a production drawing of our new patio cover, which really helped tell us we made the right design decision. During the installation John’s crew was very professional and they left the work site clean, when finished. We are very happy with the new patio cover and glad Charlie suggested this option. I would highly recommend Ocean Pacific Patios. Thanks Charlie and John.

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  • Jenn Zerling2 years ago★★★★★

    By far the EASIEST process it was by working with Charlie Twitch who sealed the deal and outbid 6 other contractors and John Haynes whose expertise made this sunroom exactly to vision. This company is truly the sunroom experts of Orange County. Please trust me when I tell you, my yard was a complete disaster before this and not only did they demo the existing leaking cover which came with the house, but they helped me design the rest of the yard alongside others and were amazing coordinating and masterminding the final outcome. They are honest and treated me like family the entire time. Look no further. I already did the research for you!

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  • Chris Kelley2 years ago★★★★★

    We decided to work with John and his team at Ocean Pacific Patio after our due diligence in gathering a number of quotes and design ideas. We do not have a standard patio layout and so it was very important to have the right people who could understand our vision. After meeting with John and going over the details, it was clear to us that he could take us to the finish line with our outdoor patio cover. The build took two days and our space was kept very clean. The craftsmanship and attention to detail is first class. I would definitely recommend Ocean Pacific Patios to anyone who is looking to build their dream patio. Thank you 🙏🏽

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

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What is the best patio cover for an Irvine backyard?

For hot Irvine afternoons, an insulated aluminum roof keeps the space coolest, while a lattice roof keeps it brighter. Many homeowners pair the two. The best choice also depends on your HOA's color and height rules, so we design with those guidelines from the start.

Do I need a permit to build a patio cover in California?

In Irvine, yes. The City of Irvine lists patio covers among the residential projects that need a building permit, and your HOA will usually review the design as well. Size, height and placement on the lot shape the details, so we plan around both before the build is scheduled.

How much does a 12x20 patio cover cost?

A 12x20 cover shades 240 square feet, but size is only part of the price. Roof style, insulated panels, wood grain or extruded aluminum and footings all count. We measure first, then quote the design you pick.

Are wood patio covers a good choice in Irvine?

Real wood looks great but needs repainting and can attract termites, and the inland sun dries it out. We build wood grain embossed aluminum covers instead, which give a wood look with far less upkeep. We do not build real wood or vinyl covers.

Can you enclose an outdoor patio in Irvine?

Yes, in many cases. We build patio enclosures with screens or glass and sunroom additions, and a solid patio cover can be the first step. Your HOA will likely want to review an enclosure, so we plan it with their guidelines in mind.

Get started

Plan a cover that fits your Irvine village

Bring your HOA guidelines and a few backyard photos. Call Ocean Pacific Patios, built by T. Ybarra Construction, at (949) 525-1267 to start your Irvine patio cover.

  1. Step 1Call or send photos
  2. Step 2Measure and design
  3. Step 3Build and walkthrough
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