Cedar Pergolas in Houston

Cedar pergolas are the most popular outdoor structure we build in Houston — and for good reason. Cedar combines natural beauty, workability, and weather resistance in a material that complements virtually every architectural style found across Houston's neighborhoods. We build with Western Red Cedar for its stability, natural oils that resist rot and insects, and its distinctive warm color that ranges from honey to reddish-brown depending on the heartwood selection. Cedar is significantly lighter than hardwoods like ipe, which allows for larger spans and more dramatic proportions without excessive structural weight. Joinery matters. Our cedar pergolas use mortise-and-tenon connections, notched beam seats, and through-bolted joints — not just lag screws into end grain. These traditional joinery methods distribute loads properly and prevent the loosening that Houston's heat-expansion cycles cause in simpler connections. Anchoring is critical in Houston's wind environment. Every pergola we build includes engineered post bases — either surface-mounted to existing concrete or set into new concrete footings — with galvanized or stainless steel hardware rated for uplift and lateral loads. Attached pergolas use ledger connections with proper flashing to prevent water intrusion. Shade options include fixed louver roofs, retractable shade fabric, polycarbonate panels, and standing seam metal roofing for full coverage. We integrate ceiling fans, LED lighting, and electrical runs during construction so your pergola is ready to use the day we finish. We build cedar pergolas across Houston including the Heights, West University, Montrose, Memorial, River Oaks, Bellaire, Oak Forest, Garden Oaks, Spring Branch, and surrounding areas.