How much does it cost to screen in a patio

To screen in a patio, it will cost you £1,650. The pricing differs on whether you want to build a new patio with a screen or whether you want to screen in an existing patio. Screening helps protect against direct sunlight and any dust particles or small insects.

man screeding a floor

Factors such as the size of your patio, cost of building materials, labour, and others will impact the project’s overall cost. If you want to build a new porch with screening, it will cost you between £20 to £100 per square foot.

Factors affecting the cost of screening in a patio

There are several factors that you need to consider when calculating the cost of screening in a patio. Some of the costs you’ll incur along the way include the material costs, labour costs, etc. Here are the factors that will impact the project’s overall cost.

Size of the patio

The size of the patio will determine how much it will cost. The smaller the size the lesser it will cost.

The type of screen you opt for

patio at the back of garden with seating's and flower pots

Different screening materials cost varying amounts. The cost you incur for this depends on the screen type you settle for. Some of the options you can consider include the following:

  • Retractable screen
  • Fibreglass
  • Aluminium screen
  • Solar screen

Patio screening price list

ItemAvg. Cost
Patio screen cost£1,650 to £2,250
New porch with screening£20 to £100 per square foot
Material costs£2.5 to £4 per square foot
Labour£1.6 per square foot
Patio screening costs

Material costs

Patio under construction

On average, materials will cost you between £2.5 to £4 per square foot. This overall cost might be more depending on the patio size being worked on.

Labour costs

The cost of labour will vary depending on your location and the company you’re working with. The amount of work to be done is also a crucial aspect to be considered. Considering all projects are different, the labour costs will vary for each.

On average, screened in patio cost between £1,650 to £2,250. This allows you to set the right budget for your project and set up expectations.