Placing a Pergola Around an Existing Pool Deck

Placing a Pergola Around an Existing Pool Deck

Placing a Pergola Around an Existing Pool DeckAluminum Building Systems
Published on: 04/09/2026

Footings, drainage, and pool equipment clearances all narrow your options before design ever starts. Here's what to check first.

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How Much Shade Does Aluminum Pergola Actually Provide

How Much Shade Does Aluminum Pergola Actually Provide

How Much Shade Does Aluminum Pergola Actually ProvideAluminum Building Systems
Published on: 04/09/2026

Slat spacing and orientation decide this, not the size of the structure. A poorly oriented pergola can still leave you in full sun at 4pm.

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Fixed vs. Louvered Pergola: What Changes When the Roof Moves

Fixed vs. Louvered Pergola: What Changes When the Roof Moves

Fixed vs. Louvered Pergola: What Changes When the Roof MovesAluminum Building Systems
Published on: 04/09/2026

A louvered roof costs more upfront but changes how many months a year the space actually gets used. Here's the real trade-off.

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