Pergolas are designed to only offer partial sun blockage. They are typically made of wood or aluminum material which is ideal for the Houston area. Also known as, arbors or lattices, a pergola can have a wide variety of functions in our Houston climate.
Custom Cedar or Aluminum Pergolas:
- Built into virtually any residential or commercial setting.
- Designed to fit almost any shape.
- Options include cedar, metal or treated pine.
Lone Star Patio Covers & Enclosures provides professional construction services at affordable prices.
Pergola Considerations
Key characteristics of most backyard projects include:
- Customized for your preferred amount of shade.
- Painted or stained to any color.
- Customized pergolas to make your patio unique.
- Lighting & fans are always a good idea.
Cedar Pergolas
- Increase the enjoyment of using your backyard more often.
- It will add value to your home.
- Add a fan for more comfort.
- Expand your patio entertainment area with custom lighting.
- Alumawood will last forever.
- Arbors are less expensive than a covered porch.
Why hire us?
We only use the finest materials to build unique, durable lattices and covered patios for our clients. We have helped hundreds of area homeowners discover the benefits of owning an arbor, including some that have even turned theirs into a screen room. As a result, we have many repeat customers to prove it.
Answers to Common Questions
When buying a pergola, the two most common materials are wood and aluminum. When using wood the ideal species to use is Western Red Cedar which is naturally resistant to insects. As a percentage, aluminum is the most common since it has a lifetime warranty and requires no maintenance.
Fans can be used with any pergola purchase as long as it is rated for wet conditions. A standard fixture will not work unless there is a waterproof roofing on top of the pergola to keep out rain.
The percentage of shade generated by a pergola will depend on how far apart the rafters or lattice are spaced. An average spacing configuration is 24″ using 2″x6″ rafters and 2″ spacing for 2″x2″ lattice that is normally placed on top of the structure. Using a standard spacing 50% – 60% of sunlight will be blocked.
Pergolas made of metal have four end cuts from which to choose. They are scallop, corbel, miter & square cut. If using with wood then there are many other styles which can be used.
Other options can include post mounted carriage fixtures and electrical outlets installed for string or rope lighting. It is suggested that dimmer switches be used for pergola accent brightness can be regulated.
Usually no more than 1/2″ of slope is needed for every foot of rafter length. As an example: A 10′ long structure will need a total slope of 5″ to properly shed water from the top of a pergola.
We can attach almost any shade structure to an existing home. Attaching to a home is the most popular way that pergolas are built. If preferred, we also add additional support posts and making it freestanding.
We encourage everyone to get Homeowner’s Association approval. It is an easy process and we are glad to help you with the paperwork at no additional cost.
Thank you for visiting our website.
We are Better Business Bureau members which is another reason you are in good hands. Most of all, we thank you for your time and very much look forward to helping with your new pergola purchase. If you are not ready to buy a pergola at the moment please keep in mind that we also offer screened in porches & patio enclosures too.
Call 281-773-1255 today for your free quote.