Pergolas, Patio Covers & Outdoor Structures

Transform Your Outdoor Living Space

San Bernardino summers can be brutally hot, and sitting on an unshaded deck at midday isn't exactly comfortable. Pergolas and patio covers solve this problem beautifully. They provide shade that makes your outdoor space usable during the hottest parts of the day, while adding architectural interest and increasing your home's value.

These structures also define your outdoor living area, creating a room-like feeling that makes your deck or patio feel more intentional and finished. Whether you want a cozy spot for morning coffee or an entertaining area for weekend gatherings, a well-designed pergola or patio cover transforms how you use your outdoor space.

Choosing the Right Structure for Your Home

We build several types of outdoor structures, each with different benefits. Here's what we offer:

• •Open-top pergolas: Classic slatted roof design that provides partial shade and allows climbing plants
• •Solid roof patio covers: Complete weather protection with roofing material that matches your home
• •Louvered roof systems: Adjustable slats that let you control how much sun and shade you get
• •Lattice-top structures: Cross-hatch pattern roof that provides filtered shade and visual interest
• •Attached vs freestanding: Connect to your house for seamless integration, or stand alone anywhere in your yard

Each option offers different amounts of shade, weather protection, and maintenance requirements. We'll discuss your preferences, show you examples, and help you choose a structure that fits your needs and budget.

Materials and Design Options

We build pergolas and patio covers from wood, aluminum, or composite materials. Wood offers natural beauty and can be stained to match your home. Aluminum is extremely low-maintenance and available in many colors. Composite materials combine the look of wood with minimal upkeep requirements.

Your structure can be as simple or elaborate as you want. We can add decorative brackets, lighting, fans, curtains, or screens. Many customers combine a pergola with their new deck installation for a complete outdoor living transformation. Others add a patio cover to an existing deck or concrete patio.

We handle all the engineering, permitting, and construction. As your local San Bernardino deck builder, we make sure your structure is built to code, anchored securely, and designed to withstand wind and weather for decades.

Enhancing Your Outdoor Structure

Once we build your pergola or patio cover, you can customize it with extras that make it even more functional. Retractable shade sails or fabric canopies add more sun protection. Ceiling fans keep air moving on hot days. String lights or recessed LED lighting create ambiance for evening entertaining.

Some homeowners add privacy screens or lattice panels to block views from neighbors. Others train climbing plants like wisteria or grapevines to grow over the structure for natural shade. These finishing touches make your outdoor space feel like an extension of your home's interior.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pergolas and Patio Covers