Patio Covers & Pergolas in San Diego
Shade structures, pergolas and backyard projects, designed around how you use your yard.
Your whole backyard, one contractor
A patio cover or pergola is framing and carpentry, and that's what our crew has done for more than 20 years. We build wood pergolas and attached or freestanding patio covers, and handle the permit when one is required.
Most backyard projects are more than one thing: a slab or pavers under the cover, a deck, a gate and fence, a fan and lights. The concrete, steel and electrical work is done by licensed specialty contractors under our contract and supervision, so you get one schedule, one written price and one point of contact.
Patio cover and backyard services
Wood pergolas
Cedar and redwood pergolas, open or slatted for filtered shade.
Patio covers
Solid and lattice patio covers, attached to the house or freestanding.
Steel shade structures
Modern powder-coated steel frames with slatted roofs and privacy screens.
Patios & walkways
Concrete and paver patios, paths and the pad the cover sits on.
Patio, cover & deck together
Decks, patio covers, fences and gates planned together as one project.
Fans & lighting
Ceiling fans, lights and outlets under the cover, wired by a licensed electrician.
A steel shade structure for a modern backyard
A freestanding black steel frame with a slatted roof, a privacy screen on one side and a ceiling fan, set over a concrete pad with stepping stones leading to it. The steel was built to the yard's measurements and finished to match the home's black window frames.
A simple, transparent process
You'll know the scope, the price and the schedule before any work starts.
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Free consultation
We visit your home, walk the space and listen to what you want.
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Written estimate
A clear, line-item proposal with scope, pricing and a realistic schedule.
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Plans & permits
We coordinate design and engineering and pull every required permit.
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Build
A clean, organized job site with regular updates and one point of contact.
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Final walkthrough
Inspections passed and punch list done. The job isn't finished until you're satisfied.
Patio cover and pergola questions
Do I need a permit for a patio cover or pergola?
Often, yes, especially for covers attached to the house or above a certain size. We'll tell you at the estimate and handle the permit when it's required.
Wood or steel: which is better?
Wood feels warmer and costs less, but needs sealing every few years in the sun. Powder-coated steel costs more, stays straight, needs almost no upkeep and spans farther with thinner posts. We'll price both so you can compare.
Can you do the patio, the cover and the deck together?
Yes. We plan it as one project with one contract and schedule the concrete, carpentry, steel and electrical in the right order.
Can you add a fan or lights to the cover?
Yes. We plan the wiring before the roof goes on, and a licensed electrician does the work.