Concrete Patio Foundation and Ivory Patio Cover Completed in Slidell, LA

A Patio Project That Started with the Concrete Foundation

Many patio cover projects begin with an existing slab. This Slidell project began earlier in the process, with Southern Home Improvement Center (SHIC) furnishing and installing a new concrete foundation for the planned outdoor area.

The main slab was built at approximately 12 ft. x 12 ft., with an additional 8 ft. x 4 ft. offset. This layout gave the patio a defined footprint while allowing the final covered area to work with the rear of the home and the intended outdoor use.

The concrete work was not treated as a separate afterthought. It was part of the same project sequence, helping establish the base, shape and usable area before the aluminum patio cover was installed above it.

Doweled Slab Construction with Wire Mesh and Visqueen

The concrete foundation was doweled into the existing house slab. This detail helped connect the new patio area with the existing concrete edge at the home, creating a cleaner transition between the original slab and the newly built outdoor space.

The slab was also built with wire mesh and visqueen. These construction details were part of the documented project scope and helped prepare the patio area before the aluminum cover installation began.

For homeowners comparing outdoor projects, these details are important because they show that the patio base was planned as part of the final covered area, not simply poured without reference to the structure that would follow.

Rear Overhang Adjustment Before the Patio Cover Installation

Before the new Southern Shademaker cover was installed, the small rear overhang at the home was adjusted to allow the new patio structure to fit properly against the house.

This step helped prepare the installation point for the new cover. It also supported a cleaner finished connection between the home and the aluminum structure, which is especially important when a patio cover is installed against an existing exterior wall or roofline.

By addressing the overhang before installation, the project stayed focused on the full fit of the finished outdoor area rather than only the visible roof panels.

Southern Shademaker Flat Pan Aluminum Patio Cover

After the concrete foundation and rear overhang preparation were completed, Southern Home Improvement Center (SHIC) furnished and installed a Southern Shademaker heavy-duty flat pan aluminum patio cover.

The finished cover measures approximately 12 ft. x 16 ft. and was completed in an Ivory finish. The light color gives the structure a clean residential appearance and keeps the covered area visually bright against the rear of the home.

The patio cover system included an extruded gutter system, valances and 3 in. x 3 in. extruded aluminum posts. These components helped complete the overhead structure with finished edge details, integrated drainage and a defined support layout.

What Was Completed on This Slidell Project

The final result came from several connected stages of work. The concrete foundation, slab reinforcement, overhang adjustment and patio cover installation all contributed to the finished backyard area.

• New concrete patio foundation The main slab measured approximately 12 ft. x 12 ft., with an additional 8 ft. x 4 ft. offset for the planned layout.
• Connection to the existing house slab The new concrete was doweled into the existing slab to create a cleaner transition between the home and the new patio area.
• Concrete reinforcement details Wire mesh and visqueen were included as part of the documented concrete foundation work.
• Rear overhang preparation The small rear overhang was adjusted before the patio cover was installed so the new structure could fit properly against the home.
• Ivory aluminum patio cover Southern Home Improvement Center (SHIC) installed a Southern Shademaker heavy-duty flat pan aluminum cover measuring approximately 12 ft. x 16 ft.
• Finished cover components The cover included an extruded gutter system, valances and 3 in. x 3 in. extruded aluminum posts.

Together, these details show a complete backyard upgrade rather than a single-product installation.

Ivory Finish for a Clean Backyard Appearance

The Ivory finish gives the patio cover a light, neutral appearance that works well with many residential exterior styles. For this Slidell home, the color helped the new structure feel clean and balanced rather than visually heavy.

Because the project included a new concrete patio foundation below the cover, the finish of the aluminum structure mattered as part of the full outdoor space. The slab created a defined surface, while the Ivory patio cover added a completed overhead element.

The result is a backyard area with a clear layout, a usable foundation and a finished cover sized for the space.

A More Defined Outdoor Area for a Slidell Home

The completed project gives the home a more defined backyard area with both a durable concrete surface and a finished overhead cover. The slab provides the base, while the Southern Shademaker cover creates shade and helps frame the outdoor space.

For Slidell homeowners, this type of project can be useful when the existing backyard area does not already have the right slab size, shape or covered layout. Building the foundation and cover as one coordinated project allows the finished space to feel more intentional.

The completed installation is practical, simple and clearly sized for the rear of the home.