Light & protection
Compare an open pergola with options for rain protection. We discuss the effect on daylight inside the house as well as the outdoor seating area.
Greater Houston · Custom outdoor living
Custom Pergola Builder in Houston
HPC designs and builds custom pergolas across Greater Houston. Plan the structure around the light you want to keep, the shade you need and the character of your home.
Owner-led by Richard Hillier, Marine Corps veteran, with personal involvement throughout your project.
Completed HPC projects
Explore the completed pergola.
What your space can become
Designed for your home.
Built for your life.
Our pergolas are designed around the light you want to keep, the protection you need and the character of your home. Cedar and other material options can be considered alongside covered roof systems where appropriate. The layout is coordinated with the patio, cooking area and landscaping so the finished structure has a clear purpose.
Materials & proportions
Post size, beam depth, color and connection details shape the finished look. Material selection is tied to the structure and your maintenance preferences.
Comfort built in
Plan fans, lighting and electrical needs early. Pavers and surrounding features can be included in the same project.
Make the decision with confidence
Start with the shade you want.
Decide what stays open
Tell us where you want open sky and where you want protection. Compare an open pergola with a roofed structure before choosing the look.
Review light from inside
Consider the view and daylight from the rooms facing your yard, as well as the afternoon seating area.
Plan comfort together
Show us where you want to cook, sit and walk. Discuss fans, lighting, electrical needs and the surface below the structure in one scope.
Personal involvement, with the details coordinated.
We bring material selections to your property, coordinate requirements within your agreed scope, and keep you informed through personal owner involvement and your live project portal.
See how we handle design, approvals and construction ↗Planning your investment
What shapes your project’s price?
Attached versus freestanding construction, post and beam sizes, roof protection, engineering, permit requirements and the distance to electrical connections for fans and lighting affect the investment.
Custom pergola projects typically start at $15,000.
We prepare your custom quote after reviewing the property and material selections.
Your proposal defines the included work. Changes to scope, price or schedule are reviewed through the agreed change process. Read about payments, changes and project communication ↗
Serving Greater Houston
A local team for your project.
Questions about your project
What is the difference between a pergola and a patio cover?
A pergola typically uses an open framework, while a patio cover provides a continuous roof. Some pergola systems can incorporate a protective top. We help compare light, shade and weather protection.
Can a pergola protect furniture from rain?
An open pergola does not provide full rain protection. A suitable roof system may improve weather protection; the exact material and installation details need to be selected for the project.
What is the starting investment?
Custom pergola projects typically start at $15,000. A structure with new hardscape generally requires a larger budget. Your proposal will define the materials and included scope.
Your next chapter, outside
Let’s make room for
the way you live.
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