Pergolas, Trellises and Arbors – What are the Differences?

outdoor living area with louvered patio cover

Many people, when talking about these three structures, tend to use the terms interchangeably. In fact these are three very different things. Having built all of them, we can certainly attest to the benefits of each one. For those who need a quick primer on the difference between a pergola, trellis and arbor…keep reading! Pergolas: […]

When Do You Need A Permit For A Patio Cover?

roof extended to patio cover

When Do You Need a Permit for a Patio Cover?   For some of us maximizing our patio enjoyment means adding a cover to protect against sun glare and to add some needed shade. The patio cover experts, we’ve installed every type of patio cover you can think of. And depending on the situation and […]

Is it really just a simple patio cover?

wood patio cover with large fan

Is this just a simple patio cover project?  Once a homeowner decides to start looking for a contractor for their home improvement project, they many times start to get the feeling that the project may be more involved than first anticipated.  This project is a textbook example.  The homeowner wanted a patio cover built. At first, […]