Pergolas are beautiful outdoor features that provide partial shade over entryways, walkways, and outdoor living spaces. You can find them in materials like wood and vinyl, and the design options range from simple to luxurious. Freedom Fence and Deck is happy to be your pergola contractor in Howard County, MD! Learn more about your options and what we offer below. If you would like to know more, please get in touch with us! Let’s dive in.

Pergola Applications

Pergolas have many home exterior applications.

• Fences: A narrow pergola can arch over a fence gate to give visual interest, make it abundantly clear where the entrance is, and provide a little shade upon entry.
• Decks: Pergolas can take many forms on backyard decks. They can create an outdoor living zone or simply add visual interest. An outdoor living space using a pergola could be on one side, corner, or section of the deck.
• Pool decks and patios: Pergolas can also be perfect covers for poolside retreats. You might want to sunbathe, but you also might want to relax without getting burned! The pergola is a classic poolside shelter.
• Standalone outdoor living spaces: Floating decks and patios can also benefit from pergolas. Your standalone outdoor living space will not be merely a platform on the lawn anymore, and you’ll have some shade and sun throughout the day.
• Walkways: Some pergolas cover walkways in a backyard or along the side of a house. They shelter people in high-traffic passageways.

Pergola Materials: Wood and Vinyl

Classic pergolas are made of wood or vinyl. Wood pergolas have a warm and natural look to them and can take on intricate designs. They do not require much maintenance and may be cheaper than vinyl pergolas. Plus, if you are building one on a wood deck or fence, the materials will match.

Vinyl pergolas are famous for their minimal maintenance needs and white, bright color. They will last a long time and can also take on custom designs. If you aren’t sure which material to use, Freedom Fence and Deck can give you advice.

Pergola Designs: Versatile Options

Shape

Pergolas have a classic form: a slatted roof supported by four columns. They come in many other iterations, including having more or fewer columns and varying roof shapes. A pergola could be a mere arch, a triangular corner structure, a trapezoid, etc. With Freedom Fence and Deck, it is possible to construct a standard or bespoke pergola to fit your outdoor living needs.

Roofing

A pergola’s roof always features the classic slatted design. However, you have the option to keep the roof open to the air above, or to cover it so you also have shelter and possibly shade. If you only want shelter, you could install clear polycarbonate pergola roof panels. For more shade, you could use a retractable awning, a pergola roof tarp, louvers, metal roofing, natural material roofing, or climbing plants.

We’re Happy to Design & Install a Pergola for You!

Whether you are installing a new pergola over your patio, need a shelter over a high-traffic point, or just want a fence gate decoration, we’re here for you as a pergola contractor in Howard County. 

Freedom Fence and Deck

Who We Are

Freedom Fence and Deck is a family-owned and operated business based in Essex, MD, in Baltimore County, that was founded by a veteran in 2004 and has since become a well-established fence and deck company with great service all around. Pergolas are just one part of the picture. You can contact us for any of these residential services:

• Fences
• Decks
• Patios
• Screened porches
• Sunrooms

Our Process

What is it like working with Freedom Fence and Deck? It begins with a free quote and consultation, in which we will discuss your project in person at your home. If you choose to work with us, we will finalize the project and its cost with you before requesting a third of the cost as a deposit and preparing for the work. If your pergola project requires a permit, we will obtain it for you. On the scheduled day, at least one company owner and our team will complete the work, providing you with an exceptional pergola that will provide lovely shade for years to come.

Cost Benefits

The cost of a pergola project, let alone any home improvement, matters greatly. How can Freedom Fence and Deck give you a financial advantage? 

We provide different discounts, including for military, new customers, multi-project customers, and senior citizens, among others. There’s a chance that you can get a great deal with us in addition to our reasonable pricing.

If you would like, you can also take advantage of our financing option through Ally.

All of our customers benefit from our outstanding warranty, which is the best you will find in Howard County, MD.

Our Reputation

Freedom Fence and Deck is known for its fantastic customer service and workmanship. Don’t merely take our word for it, though. We have many happy customer reviews on Google, Facebook, and Angi. We also have referrals available. We are also accredited by the Better Business Bureau, have Angie’s List Super Service Awards spanning a decade, and have high ratings from the BBB and the Maryland Home Improvement Commission.

Ready to Call a Pergola Contractor in Howard County, MD?

A pergola offers the best of sunshine and shade, filtering out sunlight but keeping the area very open and airy. If you need a way to shade and shelter your backyard deck or patio, Freedom Fence and Deck is happy to be your professional pergola contractor in Howard County, MD.

Upgrade Your Home and Reach Out to Freedom Fence Today

Whether you want a brand new patio in the spring or want to install a beautiful new wood fence, Freedom Fence and Home has the expertise, competitive prices, and professional service you need. Freedom Fence and Home has over 50 years of fencing experience in the Baltimore County area, Harford County, Essex, White Marsh, and Bel Air area, and we pride ourselves on giving our customers the best customer service experience possible. To see examples of our work and pick the right fence for your home, visit us online. To get started on planning your project, give us a call at (443) 271-6841, or visit us online. For more information, tips, and updates about Freedom Fence and Home, follow us on Twitter, Pinterest, and Facebook.