Ask anyone who spends time outside and they’ll tell you that a pergola is the perfect resting place. For those of us who enjoy the outdoors, a pergola provides shade from the sun and protection from the elements — rain, snow,...
A pergola is a wonderful addition to any backyard. You can easily install it yourself or hire a professional. However, there are some questions you may ask yourself about your design before going forward with construction. A common question many homeowners...
Have you ever searched for whether you can use a 4×4 post for a pergola? I know I have. When is it right to use something like a 4×4 instead of other options? Many people ask themselves these types of questions...
So you love your pergola, but the sun is too hot. Or it’s raining, and your pergola is getting soaked. You want to protect your pergola, but don’t know whether you can put a roof on a pergola. Don’t worry, I...
These days it seems everyone wants to have a covered patio. Many of these outdoor living spaces add to the resale value of homes. But pergolas might be the best option for some people. Pergolas can add a sense of sophistication...
Have you ever had a neighbour’s pergola built too close to your boundary and it’s starting to affect your property? Or have you ever wondered what the legal pergola height limit is? or you are wondering if there are bylaws regulating...