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Serving Chico, CA and surrounding areas. (530) 399-1767
Precision Chico
Deck & Fence
Deck & Fence
Stop losing your evenings to mosquitoes. We build screened porches and screened decks in Chico that let you enjoy the outdoors from May through October without the bugs, heat, and debris.
Screened-in porches and screened decks in Chico, CA enclose an existing or new outdoor platform with a lightweight mesh frame, most jobs take one to three weeks from first day of work to final walkthrough, and if you already have a solid deck, the enclosure portion alone can sometimes be done in a few days.
In Chico, where summer temperatures regularly top 100 degrees and mosquitoes come out in force from late May through October, a screened porch is not a luxury - it is the difference between an outdoor room you actually use and a platform you walk past on your way inside. Many homes in the area have decks that are structurally sound but exposed, and enclosing them is the most cost-effective way to get real value out of that space.
If your current deck needs work before an enclosure can be added, we will tell you that upfront. And if you are considering a full new build, our covered decks and patio covers service is worth a look alongside screened options - some homeowners want both shade and screening in one structure.
If your outdoor space sits unused from late spring through fall because mosquitoes make evenings miserable or afternoon sun makes it unbearable, that is the clearest signal. In Chico, this pattern is extremely common - the same deck that feels great in March becomes unusable by June without shade and screening.
If your deck is structurally sound but feels more like a platform than a room - no shade, no privacy, no protection from wind or debris - a screened enclosure is the most cost-effective way to transform it. You are not starting from scratch; you are completing what is already there.
If insects, leaves, or dust regularly get into your home through a back door that opens onto an open deck, a screened enclosure acts as a buffer zone. This is especially noticeable in Chico during windy spring months when oak leaves and cottonwood fluff blow across yards and into homes.
Chico's winters are mild compared to most of the country, but rain and wind from November through March can make an open deck uncomfortable. A screened enclosure with a solid or translucent roof lets you sit outside on a rainy afternoon without getting wet, extending your usable outdoor season by several months on both ends.
We build screened enclosures from scratch and add screen structures to existing decks. Every project starts with a site visit to assess what you have, what you need, and which approach delivers the best result for your space and budget. For homeowners who want both shade and screening, we also build covered decks and patio covers that can be combined with screen panels - one structure that handles the sun, the rain, and the bugs.
If you are starting without a deck, we handle the platform build as part of the same project. Our pergola installation service is another option for homeowners who want a partial overhead structure before deciding whether to add screening. We will talk through all of it at your estimate so you can make the choice that makes sense for how you actually use your backyard.
Ideal for homeowners who already have a solid deck and want to add bug and debris protection without rebuilding from scratch.
Best for homeowners starting from bare ground who want a purpose-built outdoor room, platform and screening built together.
Suited for homeowners who want full weather protection - no rain, no direct sun - along with bug screening in one structure.
A good fit for homeowners who want airflow and light filtering alongside insect protection, without the cost of a full solid roof.
Chico sits in the northern Sacramento Valley and regularly sees summer temperatures above 100 degrees, with warm nights that last from May through October. The proximity to irrigation canals, rice fields, and the Sacramento River means mosquitoes and biting gnats are genuinely bothersome - not a minor inconvenience - during those months. That is one of the main reasons screened enclosures are in such demand here. Homeowners in Chico, CA have been dealing with this for years, and a properly built screened porch changes how usable the back half of your property is for an entire season.
There is also the wildfire smoke factor. After the 2018 Camp Fire and subsequent regional fire seasons, many homeowners in the area ask about enclosure designs that can be partially closed off with panels or roll-down shades during poor air quality days. And because a large share of homes in Paradise, CA and the surrounding area were rebuilt or renovated in the years after the fire, demand for quality outdoor structures across the region has remained high. We know what these homes need, and we build to last in this climate.
We reply within one business day. We will ask a few basic questions - the size of your space, whether you have an existing deck, and what you want to use the porch for - so we can come prepared with relevant ideas.
We visit your home to measure, assess the condition of any existing deck, and walk through your options for frame, roof, and screen type. A written estimate follows within a few days, breaking down materials, labor, and permit fees.
Once you sign a contract, we submit the permit application to the City of Chico. Permit review can take a few days to several weeks depending on the time of year - we give you a realistic timeline so nothing is a surprise.
Active construction takes three days to two weeks depending on scope. When the final city inspection passes, we walk through the finished space with you - showing you how the door latches, pointing out anything to watch over time, and making sure you are satisfied before we call the job done.
Free on-site estimate. Written quote before any work begins. No obligation.
(530) 399-1767A large share of homes in the Chico area have decks built in the 1970s through 1990s that look fine on the surface but may have worn connections or soft boards underneath. We assess every existing deck before we build on top of it and tell you honestly what we find - because adding a screen enclosure to a deck that needs repairs is a waste of your money.
We pull every permit through the City of Chico Building Division and schedule the required inspections ourselves. Permitted work is inspected by the city, which means you have documentation that protects your homeowner's insurance coverage and your ability to sell the home. We never suggest skipping this step.
We follow the standards set by the North American Deck and Railing Association for structural enclosure work. That means frames that are plumb and square, screen panels pulled tight without sagging, and doors that swing and latch cleanly. These details are easy to check at the final walkthrough - and we expect you to look.
California requires any contractor doing structural work to hold a current license from the California Contractors State License Board. We are licensed and insured, and we encourage you to verify our license before signing anything. It takes two minutes at cslb.ca.gov and it is the single most important check you can do before hiring anyone.
Every one of those proof points connects to the same outcome: a screened porch that is built right, documented correctly, and still performing well a decade from now. That is what we aim for on every project in Chico.
Add a solid or open-lattice roof structure over your deck or patio to block sun, rain, and ash fall year-round.
Learn MoreA freestanding or attached pergola provides partial shade and a framework that can be expanded or screened later.
Learn MoreChico contractors book up fast each spring - reach out now and lock in your spot before mosquito season gets here.