Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What areas do you serve?

We serve Denham Springs and the Greater Baton Rouge area, including Livingston, Ascension, East and West Baton Rouge, the Northshore in Covington and Mandeville, and the Felicianas. Whether you want a patio cover, a screen room, or new seamless gutters, if you are nearby, reach out and we will let you know we can help.

How much experience does Tiger Town have?

We are a father-and-son team with decades of combined, hands-on experience in outdoor living and exterior construction across south Louisiana. You can read more about how we got here on our About page, and see real customer feedback on our testimonials page.

Who actually does the work — do you use subcontractors?

Tiger Town Construction is a father-and-son team, and the owner is on every job from the first measurement to the final walk-through. You are not handed off to a rotating crew of subcontractors. That accountability is the difference between a custom-fit patio cover and a generic add-on, and it is why so many of our customers say what they do. Meet the people behind the work on our team page.

What services do you offer?

We focus on outdoor living and exterior work for Greater Baton Rouge homes: patio covers, screen rooms, sunrooms, Eze Breeze rooms, carports, seamless gutters, leaf guards, soffit and fascia, vinyl siding, and privacy fences. See the full list on our services page.

Will my new structure hold up to Louisiana weather?

Yes. We engineer every structure for our heat, humidity, and storms, and build to Louisiana wind and building code so it lasts long after the catalog photo fades. Building to code also protects your home insurance and resale, since unpermitted work can cause problems down the road. If you are weighing your options, our guides on screen rooms versus patio covers and sunrooms versus screen rooms versus glass rooms can help.

How do I get started?

Call or text us at (504) 210-6398, or request a free quote through the website. Tell us how you want to use the space and we will give you an honest recommendation and a clear price. You can also browse our resources for tips on choosing the right outdoor space.

Can I combine projects, like a patio cover and gutters?

Absolutely, and it often saves you time and money to do related work at once. Many homeowners pair a patio cover with screening it in later, or add seamless gutters and leaf guards while we are already on site. Tell us your full wish list up front and we will plan the build so each phase is ready for the next.

How We Work & What It Costs

Still have questions?

Call or text us at (504) 210-6398 and talk to the owner. We are happy to help.

How much does a patio cover or screen room cost?

Every project is priced by the square foot and quoted per project after we see your space, because size, roof style, materials, and how it ties into your home all move the number. For context, Bob Vila reports a screened-in porch typically runs from roughly $5,000 to $20,000+ installed, and our own guide to patio cover costs in the Baton Rouge area breaks down what drives the price. We give you a clear, itemized quote with no guesswork.

Why do you price by the square foot instead of giving a phone quote?

A patio cover or screen room is a custom build, not a product off a shelf. Two spaces that look alike can need very different structures. Pricing by the square foot after a site visit is the honest way to do it, so be cautious of anyone who gives a firm price over the phone before seeing your space. The number almost always changes once they show up, and rarely in your favor.

Do you require a deposit, and how does payment work?

Deposit and payment terms are spelled out clearly in your written quote before any work begins, so there are no surprises. You approve the full scope and price up front. Ready for a number? Request a free quote and we will walk you through it.

Do I need a permit, and do you handle it?

In most cases an attached patio cover, screen room, or sunroom does require a permit in Louisiana. Permit requirements vary by parish and project size, and the permit is pulled by the homeowner or the parish permit office. We build to Louisiana wind and building code and give you the plans and details you need for permitting, so the work is done right and inspection-ready.

What does the process look like from start to finish?

It is simple: a free on-site quote, a custom design matched to your home that you approve, permitting and the build, then a final walk-through. The owner is involved at every step, so you always know where things stand. If you are still deciding between options, start with our comparison of screen rooms versus patio covers.

How long does a project take, and when is the best time to build?

Once we start, many outdoor-living projects go up in just a few days for an average attached structure, though larger or more complex builds take longer. We give you a realistic timeline with your quote. Fall is often the smoothest season to build in Louisiana, since you avoid spring storms and peak summer heat, but we build year-round.

Is an insulated cover worth the extra cost?

Often, yes. A basic aluminum patio cover blocks sun and rain at the lowest cost, while an insulated cover holds back heat and cuts rain noise, which matters a lot in our climate. If you plan to spend real time under it or might screen it in later, insulated usually earns the difference. We walk you through the trade-off honestly rather than upselling, and our cost guide covers basic versus insulated in detail.

Patio Covers

What's the best patio cover material for Louisiana's heat and humidity?

Aluminum is the go-to for this climate. It won’t rot, warp, or attract termites the way wood can, it shrugs off humidity, and a baked-on finish holds its color in the sun. For maximum heat reduction, an insulated aluminum roof outperforms a standard flat panel.

Do I need a permit for a patio cover, and do you handle it?

In the Baton Rouge area, attached patio covers usually require a permit, which the homeowner pulls through their parish permit office. We build to Louisiana wind and building code and provide the plans and specs you’ll need, so your cover is safe, inspection-ready, and won’t cause problems when you sell.

How long does a patio cover last?

A properly built aluminum patio cover lasts decades with almost no maintenance — an occasional rinse is usually all it needs. Because we build to code and match it to your home’s structure, it holds up to Louisiana sun, storms, and humidity year after year.

Can you add a patio cover to a DSLD, DR Horton, or other new-construction home?

Absolutely — it’s one of the most common upgrades we do. We match the cover to your builder’s roofline, pitch, and color so it looks like it came with the house. If your neighborhood has an HOA, we’ll build to a spec that keeps approval simple.

Want a fully enclosed, climate-controlled space instead? Explore our sunrooms.

Is an insulated patio cover worth the extra cost?

Yes for most Baton Rouge–area homeowners. The foam-core roof blocks heat and quiets rain so the space stays comfortable and usable right through the Louisiana summer. It costs more up front than an open cover, but the comfort pays off.

How much cooler is an insulated cover than a regular one?

Noticeably cooler. The solid insulated panel stops the radiant heat that passes through an open or flat-panel roof, so the shade underneath stays cooler even at midday.

Does an insulated patio cover help with rain noise?

Yes. The foam core muffles rain to a soft patter instead of the loud drumming you get on a thin aluminum roof.

Can I add lights or a fan to an insulated patio cover?

Yes. The solid insulated panel makes it easy to mount ceiling fans, lighting, or a finished ceiling underneath.

How long does an insulated patio cover take to build?

Most go up in just a few days once your design is approved and materials are ready. We give you a clear timeline up front.

Will an insulated patio cover match my home?

Yes. We match the roofline, pitch, and color so the cover looks built-in, not bolted on.

How much does a non-insulated patio cover cost?

It’s our most budget-friendly cover. We price it per square foot and give you an itemized quote up front — no phone-quote guesswork.

What’s the difference between an insulated and non-insulated patio cover?

A non-insulated cover uses an open or flat-panel aluminum roof for shade and rain protection at a lower price. An insulated cover adds a solid foam-core panel that blocks heat and quiets rain.

Will a non-insulated cover still keep me dry?

Yes. The roof sheds rain and gives you a dry, shaded space — it just doesn’t have the heat and sound insulation of the insulated panel.

How long does a non-insulated patio cover take to build?

Most go up in just a few days once your design is approved. We give you a clear timeline up front.

Will a non-insulated patio cover match my house?

Yes. We match the roofline and color so it looks built-in, not bolted on.

Can I upgrade to an insulated cover later?

It’s best decided up front since the roof systems differ, but we’ll walk you through both options and the cost difference before you choose.

Screen Rooms

How much does a screen room cost in the Baton Rouge area?

Screen rooms are priced by the square foot, so the total depends on the size of your patio and whether you want just screening or a full enclosure with a finished roof. We give you an exact, itemized quote for free after measuring — no obligation and no surprise add-ons.

What's the difference between a screened patio and a full screen room?

A screened patio adds screen panels under your existing cover or roofline. A full screen room includes its own engineered roof — usually an insulated panel you can mount a fan and lights under — so it stays cooler and is comfortable in more weather. We’ll help you pick based on how you want to use the space.

Will the screen keep out the small Louisiana gnats and no-see-ums?

Yes. We use a tight, heavy-duty mesh built for our climate that blocks mosquitoes, gnats, and love bugs while still letting the breeze through. If you have specific pest concerns, we can talk through finer mesh options at your quote.

How long does it take to build a screen room?

Most screen rooms install in just a few days once any permit and materials are ready. We give you a clear timeline up front, and because the owner is on every job, the schedule actually sticks.

Can you add a screen room to my existing patio cover?

Absolutely — screening in an existing patio cover is one of the most common projects we do. We match the frame to your cover and home so it looks built-in. If you don’t have a cover yet, we can build the patio cover and screen it in one project.

Sunrooms

How much does a sunroom cost per square foot?

Because sunrooms are a premium, fully finished build — glass, insulated framing, and climate-ready construction — they’re quoted per project rather than a flat square-foot rate. We give you a detailed, itemized quote for free after an in-home consultation, with no obligation.

What's the difference between a sunroom, a screen room, and a glass room?

A screen room uses screen mesh — open-air, bug-free, seasonal. A sunroom (or four-season room) is fully enclosed with glass and insulation so it’s comfortable year-round. A glass room sits in between. We’ll walk you through which fits your goals and budget.

Is a sunroom climate-controlled and usable in summer and winter?

Yes — that’s the point of a true four-season sunroom. We use energy-efficient glass and insulated framing, and we can wire it for heating and cooling so it stays comfortable through Louisiana’s hot summers and damp winters.

Will a sunroom match the look of my house?

Every sunroom is custom-designed to match your home’s architecture, roofline, and finishes so it looks like it was always part of the house — not bolted on. We review the full design with you before we build.

Can you build a sunroom on a new-construction or custom home?

Absolutely. We work on DSLD, DR Horton, and custom homes throughout the Baton Rouge area, matching the sunroom to your builder’s spec and finishes. If your neighborhood has an HOA, we build to a spec that keeps approval simple.

Eze Breeze Rooms

What is an Eze Breeze room, exactly?

It’s a screen porch and a glass room in one space. The genuine Eze Breeze 4-track vinyl panels slide and stack so you can open the walls up to about 75% for full airflow, then close them tight when the weather turns. You get a breezy, bug-free porch most of the year and a sealed room when you need it.

How is an Eze Breeze room different from a screen room or a sunroom?

A screen room is open-air screen mesh — great for airflow but no weather seal. A sunroom is fully enclosed with glass and insulation for year-round climate control, at a higher cost. An Eze Breeze room sits in between: the 4-track vinyl panels let you switch between open and sealed, so you get far more use than a screen porch without the price of a full sunroom.

How much does an Eze Breeze room cost?

Eze Breeze rooms are priced by the square foot, so the total depends on the size of your space and whether we’re enclosing an existing cover or building new. It costs less than a fully climate-controlled sunroom. We measure and give you a free, itemized quote with no pressure.

Can you add an Eze Breeze room to my existing patio cover?

In most cases, yes — enclosing an existing covered patio with the Eze Breeze panel system is one of the most popular upgrades we do. We’ll check your cover’s structure during the free measure and let you know exactly what it takes.

Will the room keep bugs out and protect my furniture?

Yes. Closed or vented, the panels keep bugs out while letting air flow through, and they shield your furniture from sun, pollen, wind, and rain. It’s a comfortable, protected space you can actually use across far more of the year than an open porch.

Will an Eze Breeze room match my house?

Yes. We design the room to match your home’s roofline, pitch, and color so it looks built-in, not bolted on. You approve the design before we start, and the owner is on the job through the whole build.

Seamless Gutters

How much do seamless gutters cost?

Seamless gutters are priced by the linear foot, so the total depends on how much guttering your home needs and the number of downspouts. We measure on-site and give you an exact, itemized quote for free — no obligation.

What's the difference between seamless and sectional gutters?

Sectional gutters are pieced together from short sections joined at seams — and those seams are exactly where leaks and failures start. Seamless gutters are custom-formed in one continuous piece per run, so there are no joints to leak. They cost a little more up front and save you the headaches later.

What size gutters do I need in Louisiana?

For our heavy rainfall, we install 6″ seamless gutters, which carry significantly more water than the standard 5″. Combined with properly sized downspouts, they keep up with the downpours that overwhelm undersized systems.

Can you match the gutters to my home's color?

Yes. We form seamless aluminum gutters in a wide range of baked-on colors and match them to your home’s trim for a clean, finished look that holds its color in the Louisiana sun.

Do you install leaf guards too?

We do — gutter protection keeps leaves and debris from clogging your runs so water keeps flowing. Ask about leaf guard when we quote your gutters and we’ll price it together.

Vinyl Siding

How much does vinyl siding cost in the Baton Rouge area?

Vinyl siding is priced by the square foot, so the total depends on the size of your home, the profile and color you choose, and how much trim detail is involved. We measure your home and give you an exact, itemized quote for free — no obligation and no surprise add-ons.

Will new siding hold up to Louisiana sun, humidity, and rain?

Yes. Quality vinyl siding is built for exactly this climate — it won’t rot, warp, or fade like old or painted surfaces, and it sheds our heavy rain and humidity. Installed over a proper moisture barrier, it gives your home a tough, low-maintenance shell for years.

Do I have to scrape and repaint vinyl siding?

No — that’s the whole point. Vinyl siding never needs scraping or repainting. An occasional rinse with a hose keeps it looking fresh, which saves you the time and cost of repainting every few years.

Can you match the siding to my home's style and color?

Yes. We walk you through color and profile options and help you pick a look that fits your home, then confirm the trim details before anything starts. The goal is a clean, finished exterior that looks right, not generic.

Do you remove the old siding and clean up?

Yes. Every siding job includes hauling off the old material and a full site cleanup, plus a final walk-through with you before we call it done. You’re not left with a mess or leftover debris.

How long does a siding job take?

Most homes are done in a matter of days once your color and profile are approved, depending on the size of the house and the amount of trim work. We give you a clear timeline with your quote, and the owner is on the job from start to finish.