List of Tools Needed

List of Tools Needed To Build A DIY Patio Cover

In order to build yourself a new patio cover kit, you will require a few tools and tool accessories. Some tools you may have already and others you will need to buy or rent for this project.

• With the installation of your aluminum lattice patio cover there are some 
• Essential tools required and some that are optional no matter who the manufacturer is. 
• There are also some *tools which you may or may not have access to but we’ll include them because they will just make your job easier 
• These *Tools are easily rented. 
• Razor knife 
• Caulking gun 
• *Cordless screwdriver 
• Drill 
• *Cordless Impact driver 
• Levels – between 3’ to *8’ 
• *Laser level 
• Chop-saw with Carbide blade (we do not recommend a hack saw or sawzall) 
• String 
• Line Level 
• Chalk-line 
• Concrete nails 
• Stakes 
• Speed-square 
• Pencil or china marker (No sharpie) 
• Numbers #8, #10, #12, #14 Hex Head adapters 
• Hex Head extension bit 2-4” 
• Sawhorses or table length of the longest member 
• Hammer 
• Roto Hammer drill 
• 3/8” concrete drill bit 
• 3/16” concrete drill bit 
• Step bit up to 5/8” 
• Spade bit 5/8” 
• “Blue tape” 
• Gloves 
• Safety Glasses 
• Ladders 6’-10’ or *scaffolding or both