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How much does it cost to build a roof on a pergola?
The cost to build a pergola usually sits between $2,200 and $5,900, or $4,000 on average. You could spend as little as $1,300 on a basic build while you may pay as much as $10,000 for a custom design.
Can I turn my pergola into a covered porch?
Turn your pergola into a covered porch. You can now use it all year round. See how we installed a clear pergola roof.
What kind of roof should I use for a pergola?
Plastic roofing sheets made from high-quality PVC are an excellent choice for pergola roofing thanks to their affordability and high light transmission. These panels can last for ten years or more and won’t be warped or discoloured by exposure to UV rays.
What do you cover a pergola roof with?
Waterproof Pergola Covers A fabric cover provides shade, but for rain or snow protection you’ll need something more sturdy. You can purchase a pergola with a metal roof, or you can build your own waterproof cover out of corrugated metal or plastic.
How much does a 10×10 pergola cost?
Pergola Cost Per Square Foot
| Pergola Size | Cost |
|---|---|
| 10×4 | $1,200-$2,400 |
| 10×10 | $3,000-$6,000 |
| 11×11 | $3,630-$7,260 |
| 12X12 | $4,320-$8,640 |
Is it OK to put a roof on a pergola?
Snow will be just as annoying during the winter, assuming you like spending time in your backyard on colder days. Covering your pergola with some kind of roofing material can do wonders for your patio. It will allow you to enjoy a good cup of coffee in the morning, even if it’s raining heavily.
What’s the difference between a pergola and a gazebo?
Typically a gazebo has a conical eight-sided shaped roof. Pergolas have a semi-open roof to allow for sunlight and shade together, the best of both worlds. Pavilions feature a completely enclosed roof and as will all ShadeScape® shelters they can be attached or free-standing structures.
How big of a drop do you need for a pergola?
The manufacturer’s guidelines say the pitch should be 1 1/2″ for each foot of paneling. My pergola roof is about 7′ wide. So to raise the roof on one end would require a 10 1/2″ drop! Which I thought would look pretty strange.
Where do you put screws on a pergola roof?
You don’t need a screw in every raised section of the horizontal closure strip. For the strips that run along the outside edges of your pergola roof, put a screw in every other raised section. For the closure strips that are in the middle of your pergola roof, put a screw in every third raised section.