Custom Pergolas & Gazebos
Add shade, comfort, and beauty to your backyard living space with fully customized pergolas and gazebos designed to match your home, style, and the way your family actually lives outside.
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Whether you want a cozy shaded lounge, a modern patio structure, or a freestanding gazebo for gatherings, our pergolas and gazebos are built to last with beautiful craftsmanship, durable materials, and custom design options.
Classic Wooden Pergolas
Warm, natural, and timeless. Perfect for enhancing patios, gardens, or poolside areas with natural shade.
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Modern Pergolas
Metal-framed or mixed-material pergolas with sleek lines for contemporary outdoor designs.
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Gazebos & Cabanas
Free-standing structures with full roof coverage — perfect for outdoor dining and year-round use.
Get Instant EstimateShade that turns your patio into a real outdoor living space.
This service is all about giving you shade and a real outdoor living space in the Arizona heat with pergolas and gazebos.
Out here when it hits 120 degrees, people still want to enjoy their backyard, and most patios are tiny. That is why we extend that shade with an alumawood pergola, a natural wood pergola, or a full custom gazebo. It instantly turns a small patio into an actual usable space.
We look at what kind of cover you need, whether you just want shade or something fully weatherproof. Then we match the material and structure to your home and budget. The whole idea is to give you a comfortable spot you can hang out with family even in the dead of summer.
Everything is built clean and solid, engineered as needed, and designed around your yard layout. You can keep it simple or go full custom with lighting, fans, speakers, and tongue and groove ceilings.
What this adds to your yard
- Extends small patios into true outdoor living spaces
- Shade you can actually sit under at 110°–120° days
- Options from simple shade to fully weatherproof cover
- Engineered, clean builds around your existing layout
See How a Pergola Changes the Way You Use Your Backyard
In this project, we added a custom pergola to create a shaded, comfortable area that still feels open to the pool and the rest of the yard—perfect for relaxing, hosting friends, or just enjoying an evening outside.
- Defined outdoor “room” for seating, dining, or lounging by the pool.
- Shade and structure without closing off light, views, or airflow.
- Built to match the home’s style and handle Arizona sun and heat.
Watch the video to get a better feel for how a pergola can turn an unused corner of your yard into your favorite place to spend time.
What really drives the price of a pergola or gazebo.
Think about pergola pricing as a mix of size, material, and how complex the build is.
Aluminum lattice is your most cost effective option and gives you shade without being fully weatherproof. Solid roof aluminum jumps you into that mid range, and you can choose insulated or non insulated panels. Once you step into custom wood with tongue and groove ceilings and lighting, you move into the higher price band.
Permits and engineering can also add cost. Anything over about 200 square feet may require drawings, permits, and inspections depending on your city. Those fees and steps are part of the overall budget, especially if you want a large, connected, or more architectural structure.
The best way to decide where to spend is to figure out how protected you want the area to be and how much you care about matching your home. Aluminum is cheaper and low maintenance. Wood looks amazing but costs more up front and more long term due to upkeep.
Aluminum lattice shade
Entry point for adding shade without going fully weatherproof. Great for smaller patios and budget-friendly upgrades.
Solid roof aluminum
Steps you into better protection with insulated or non-insulated panels. Ideal if you want coverage from sun and light rain.
Custom wood & architectural builds
Tongue and groove ceilings, integrated lighting, fans, and more architectural details. Highest investment, biggest impact.
Over ~200 sq. ft., expect drawings, permits, and inspections to be part of the budget. We guide you through that process.
Three levels of shade, comfort, and investment.
Good, better, best breaks your options into aluminum lattice, solid aluminum, and full custom wood structures.
Every yard, budget, and homeowner is different. This simple breakdown helps you see where each option lands so you can pick what fits best for how you actually live outside.
Lattice aluminum pergola
Simple, cost-effective shade for small patios and everyday use.
The good option is the lattice aluminum pergola — simple, cost effective, and perfect for basic shade.
This structure is open, lightweight, and easy to install. It gives you shade but still allows some sun and weather to come through, which is totally fine for most patios here. People choose this when they want relief from the Arizona sun without spending a lot.
It is great for small patios, rental properties, or anyone wanting quick shade that still looks clean. Because it is aluminum, it is also almost zero maintenance.
Most lattice installs are fast, usually a day or two, and they do not require heavy engineering or permitting unless you go oversized.
Solid aluminum roof
Full shade, weather protection, and low maintenance in the mid-range.
The better option is the solid aluminum roof, available insulated or non insulated.
This setup works great for real outdoor living because it gives full shade and blocks rain. The insulated panels help with heat transfer and create a more comfortable area in the middle of summer.
People usually choose this tier when they want something nicer than a basic pergola but do not want the cost or maintenance of real wood. It looks clean, lasts forever, and still installs pretty quickly.
Add ons like lights, fans, and paint options make it even more functional without jumping into the custom wood level.
Custom wood structure
A true extension of your home with hidden wiring, lighting, and architectural details.
The best option is a custom wood structure that matches your home and lets us hide lighting, wiring, and speakers inside.
This is the true showpiece tier. We can build rough sawn timber frames, tongue and groove ceilings, drywall, recessed lighting, sound systems, and even tie in a tile roof so it looks like it was built with the house.
People choose this when they want the high end look and feel, not just shade. It completely transforms the backyard into an outdoor room. It does cost more and does require maintenance due to Arizona’s heat.
If you want that warm natural wood look and the ability to customize everything, this is the route.
Why Homeowners Love Custom Pergolas
More than shade — they enhance lifestyle, comfort, and outdoor enjoyment.
Shade & Comfort
Stay cool during Arizona summers with a shaded relaxation area built exactly where you need it.
Outdoor Living Upgrade
Seamlessly expand your usable space for dining, lounging, and hosting.
Built to Last
Premium materials and expert construction ensure your structure stands strong for years.
Customized for You
Choose your materials, size, lighting, colors, and layout to match your home perfectly.
Installation & on-site experience
What actually happens when we build your pergola or gazebo.
The installation process is pretty straightforward, and we walk you through permits, layout, and build from start to finish.
Permits & drawings
On larger projects over about 200 sq. ft., most cities require permits and some level of drawing or engineering. We handle that for you and work directly with your municipality so the structure is designed to meet their requirements.
Layout, footings & structure
Once approvals are lined up, we finalize where posts land and how the cover ties into your house or existing patio. Then we dig and pour the footings, set the posts, and build the structure in aluminum or wood, scheduling inspections as needed.
Timeline & inspections
Simple lattice aluminum pergolas can often be installed in a day or two. Custom wood structures with tie-ins, engineering, and multiple inspections can stretch over several weeks or even a couple of months once permitting and inspection schedules are factored in.
Permits, layout, footings, and build.
On larger projects, especially anything over about 200 square feet, most cities are going to require a permit and some type of drawing or engineering. We handle that process, work with your municipality, and make sure the structure is designed to meet their requirements.
Once that part is lined up, we finalize where the posts will go and how the structure will tie into your house or existing patio. After that, we move into the physical install: we dig and pour the footings, set the posts, and then build the structure, whether it is aluminum or wood.
If permits are involved, there will be inspections for the footings and sometimes for structural tie-ins or connections. We schedule those inspections, make any adjustments needed, and keep the job moving forward.
Compared to other parts of a full backyard build, pergola installs are usually more streamlined, but we still treat it like a proper construction project so everything is done right from the first footing to the final sign-off.
We keep it clean and respectful, but it’s still construction.
We do everything we can to keep things clean and smooth, but it is still construction and there will be some mess and disruption. Anytime we are installing a pergola or patio cover, we have to dig into the ground for footings, move materials through the yard, and work around your existing landscape and house.
Freestanding structures that don’t tie into the home are usually less invasive, and we can get in and out fairly quickly. You will still see some noise, tools, and activity while we are on site.
When we are tying into the house, things can be a bit more involved. We may need to cut into wood or soffits, run beams, and create solid tie-in points so everything is structurally sound. That can mean more dust, more disruption, and more coordination with inspections and approvals from the city or HOA.
The big thing to know is that we try to keep the site as clean as possible, work efficiently, and respect your property — but there can be delays for inspections, changes for engineering, or surprises in the existing structure. We are honest about that up front so your expectations are realistic and you are not caught off guard during the process.
Dial in the Shade, Comfort & Custom Details
The main features to think about are how much shade you want, how weatherproof you need it to be, and what extras you want under that cover.
Choose how open or weatherproof you want it.
Start with the structure itself. Do you want a lattice aluminum pergola that gives partial shade, or a solid aluminum or wood roof that really blocks sun and rain? From there, you can decide how finished you want the ceiling to look, whether you like tongue and groove, drywall, or a more open beam look, and if you want the roof to tie into your existing house and tile.
Make it comfortable all summer and into the evening.
Then look at comfort features. We can add misting systems, ceiling fans, and recessed lighting so the space is usable during those hot summer months and in the evenings. Sound systems and speakers can be tucked into the ceiling so you have music or game audio without big visible equipment everywhere.
Tie the pergola into your home’s look and feel.
Finally, there are visual and custom touches. Options like custom painting, different colors of aluminum, and upgraded ceiling finishes help the pergola or gazebo tie into your home. Thinking through how you and your family are going to use the space day to day helps us suggest the features that will actually make a difference, not just look good on paper.
Timeline & expectations
How long your pergola or patio cover really takes.
We keep things moving, but permits, approvals, and how custom you go all play a part in the schedule.
How long it usually takes
Most pergola and patio cover projects can be installed within about three to six weeks once everything is lined up, with simple aluminum jobs on the quicker side and big custom builds taking longer.
The overall timeline starts with design, permitting, and any HOA approvals. How long that takes can depend a lot on your city and your HOA, but during that time we are dialing in the layout, materials, and features. Once permits and approvals are in place, we schedule your job and line up materials.
For a basic lattice aluminum structure, the actual on-site install is typically fast, often in that one to two day range depending on size and complexity. Solid aluminum roofs and slightly larger structures can stretch that out a bit, but they are still relatively quick compared to major construction projects.
A more custom wood structure with engineering, multiple inspections, and tie-ins to the house can stretch into a couple of months by the time you factor in permitting, inspections, and the extra trades involved. We try to keep you updated as we go so you always know where you are in that process and what is coming next.
What really affects your timeline
The things that really affect your timeline are HOA approvals, city permitting and engineering, and how custom your design and materials are.
Every municipality is a little different, and some cities and HOAs move faster than others. If we need detailed drawings, custom engineering, and multiple inspections, that is going to add time on the front end before we can even start building. Those steps keep the structure safe and compliant, but they do slow things down compared to a small, permit free job.
Materials matter too. If you are doing a simple aluminum structure, materials are usually easier to get and lead times are pretty reasonable. When you start getting into rough saw timber frames, special finishes, or custom roofing materials, we may be waiting on suppliers, and that can push the schedule out.
Design changes and add ons along the way can also affect timing. Adjusting size, changing from lattice to solid, or adding more features can mean new drawings, new pricing, and sometimes updated approvals. We do our best to set expectations up front and help you understand how those decisions might speed things up or slow them down.
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Warranties, Maintenance & Ways to Pay
Aluminum vs. wood comes down to more than just the look. It affects how your pergola is covered, how much ongoing care it needs, and how you choose to pay for the project.
How your pergola is covered
Aluminum pergolas carry a long material warranty, and we back all of our installs with a standard labor warranty, with wood structures handled a bit differently because of maintenance.
On the aluminum side, you are looking at about a 30 year material warranty, which is one of the reasons people love going that route. On top of that, we provide roughly a two year warranty on the installation and labor, so if something is not right with how it was put together, we take care of it. Aluminum is very low maintenance, so you are not constantly chasing paint or sealant just to keep it looking good.
With wood structures, the picture is a little different. The framing itself is solid, but the long term performance is tied heavily to how well it is maintained. Just like your house, a wood pergola or patio cover needs to be painted or sealed every couple of years to protect it from the Arizona sun and weather. Because of that, the warranty on wood is more limited and tied to proper upkeep.
We are upfront about what is covered, what is not, and what you are responsible for on the maintenance side. The main thing is that you know going in that aluminum is going to be closer to maintenance free with a long warranty, while wood gives you that beautiful look with a bit more ongoing care required.
Aluminum vs. wood in everyday life
Aluminum structures are about as low maintenance as you can get, while wood pergolas need regular painting or sealing to stand up to Arizona heat.
If you want the least amount of upkeep, aluminum is the winner. It is a powder coated material that holds up really well in the sun, and you are not required to paint or seal it. You can paint it later if you ever want to change the look, but you do not have to just to keep it protected. For a lot of homeowners, that low maintenance factor is a big part of why they choose aluminum.
With natural wood, you get that real wood look people love, but you are signing up for more ongoing care. In our Arizona climate, you are going to need to paint or seal a wood structure about every year or every few years, depending on exposure and color. If you skip that, the sun will beat it up pretty quickly, and you will see peeling, fading, or cracking.
We are honest about the tradeoff. If you want that rich wood look and do not mind staying on top of maintenance, a wood pergola can be a great choice. If you would rather install it and barely think about it again, aluminum is going to be your best friend for long term upkeep.
Powder coated and built to last. You are not required to paint or seal it just to keep it protected, and it carries a long material warranty plus a solid labor warranty on the install. For most homeowners, this is the closest you can get to “install it and forget it.”
Warm, natural, and beautiful—but maintenance driven. To keep it looking good in Arizona sun, you will need to paint or seal it every year or every few years. The warranty is more limited and depends on staying on top of that upkeep.
We do have financing options available for pergolas and patio covers, or you can pay as you go with cash or credit card if you prefer.
If you do not want to drop all the money at once, we work with trusted lenders who can help you finance your dream patio cover. We can walk you through that process, help you apply, and structure things so you can spread the cost out over time instead of paying everything upfront. It is a nice way to get the project done now and enjoy the shade sooner.
Some people still prefer to cash flow the project, and that is totally fine too. You can use a credit card or other payment methods if that is how you like to handle home improvements. We try to keep it flexible so the payment side does not become a roadblock to getting the space you want.
The main thing is that you know the options are there. If financing makes the difference between settling for something small or building the patio cover you really want, we can absolutely help you explore those lender options and figure out what fits your budget.
Whether you go aluminum or wood, you will know exactly how it is covered, what kind of upkeep to expect, and how you can pay for it. Our job is to help you choose the structure and payment option that fits your home, your lifestyle, and your budget.
Your next step toward a cooler, better backyard.
The next step is to use our online pricing estimate tool or schedule a custom on-site quote so we can design the right structure for your yard.
On our website, we have a pricing estimating tool where you can select the type of structure you’re thinking about and see rough pricing ranges. It helps you understand your budget before we come out.
From there, we can schedule a custom on-site visit. We’ll measure your space, look at your patio, check HOA or city requirements, and walk through your design goals. Then we prepare a detailed quote tailored to your home.
Once the design and pricing look good, we handle everything from permits to installation. You get a pergola, gazebo, or patio cover built for your home, your budget, and your lifestyle—so you can enjoy the outdoors even in Arizona heat.
What happens next?
- Use our instant estimator tool
- Book your on-site custom quote
- Review designs, pricing & layout
- We handle permits & engineering
- Professional installation & final walk-through
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