Novara Construction
Humble & Kingwood · Harris & Montgomery Counties

Outdoor Remodeling in Humble & Kingwood.

Houston has roughly eight comfortable outdoor months a year, and the projects that get used are the ones designed for shade, airflow, mosquitoes, and drainage — not just a slab and a roof. Orientation and fan placement matter more than the finish package.

In short

Outdoor Remodeling in Humble & Kingwood, Texas typically costs $45,000–$200,000 depending on the structure, outdoor kitchen, and fireplace, and takes 4–6 weeks of design and permitting, then 8–16 weeks on site. Novara Construction is a licensed, insured design-build contractor serving Humble & Kingwood, TX and surrounding Harris & Montgomery Counties, handling design, permitting, and construction under one fixed-price contract.

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Typical cost in Humble & Kingwood (2026)

$45,000–$200,000 depending on the structure, outdoor kitchen, and fireplace.

Greater Houston market ranges, not a quote. Your number depends on scope, finish level, and existing conditions.

Typical timeline

4–6 weeks of design and permitting, then 8–16 weeks on site.

Permitting duration varies by jurisdiction — see below for who reviews work in Humble & Kingwood.

Scope

What's included

  • Covered patios, pavilions, and louvered roof systems
  • Outdoor kitchens with marine-grade cabinetry and stainless appliances
  • Fireplaces, fire features, and screened porches
  • Drainage, grading, and French drains sized for Gulf Coast rainfall
  • Pool decks, pergolas, and integrated lighting and fans
Local conditions

Humble & Kingwood homes

Kingwood's villages hold 1970s–90s homes under deep tree cover: split-levels and two-stories that benefit from layout changes, better daylighting, and systems replacement. Atascocita, Fall Creek, and Eagle Springs run newer, where the common projects are kitchen modernization, primary-bath wet rooms, and covered patios and outdoor kitchens on generous lots.

We look at sun angles, prevailing breeze, and where water goes in a heavy rain before we set the structure, then detail materials that survive humidity and salt-laden air.

Permits & approvals

Who reviews it

Kingwood was annexed by the City of Houston, so its permits run through Houston; Atascocita and most of Humble are unincorporated Harris County, with the City of Humble covering its own limits. Post-Harvey floodplain regulations along the San Jacinto and Lake Houston affect substantial renovations — we verify flood zone status before design.

Outdoor Remodeling near you
  • Kingwood Villages
  • Atascocita
  • Fall Creek
  • Eagle Springs
  • Bear Branch
  • Kings River
ZIP codes covered

77338 · 77339 · 77345 · 77346

Not listed? Call and we'll confirm coverage for your address.

FAQ

Humble & Kingwood questions

Do covered patios need a permit?

Usually yes — a roofed structure attached to the house is a structural addition. Detached pavilions may also need one depending on size and jurisdiction. We handle it.

What holds up outdoors in Houston?

Marine-grade polymer or powder-coated aluminum cabinetry, 316 stainless hardware, porcelain pavers, and cedar or thermally modified wood with real maintenance. Standard interior-grade materials do not last here.

Do Kingwood homes permit through the City of Houston?

Yes — Kingwood is part of Houston, while Atascocita and most surrounding areas use Harris County. We file with the correct jurisdiction for your address.

How do floodplain rules affect a Kingwood remodel?

If your home is in a mapped floodplain and the project exceeds the substantial-improvement threshold, elevation requirements can apply. We check this at the start, not mid-project.

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