Custom pergolas built for Texas sun & storms
A pergola transforms a yard from harsh summer heat to a true outdoor room. We design and build cedar, composite, and louvered pergolas across Montgomery County — engineered for our wind loads and finished to last.
- Licensed & insured
- Quote in 48 hrs
- Building since 2010
Engineered for our climate
Posts sized and anchored for Montgomery County wind loads. Stainless or coated hardware throughout. No wobble, no sag.
Designed in 3D
See exactly how your pergola sits against the house and over your patio or deck before we build.
Integrated with deck or patio
We build pergolas standalone or fully integrated with new deck and patio builds for a single seamless outdoor room.
Shade options that fit you
Open-rafter, slatted top, motorized louvers, fabric canopies, or full polycarbonate roof — we spec what fits your sun and rain goals.
Lighting & power ready
Electrical chases pre-run for fans, string lights, and outlets so your pergola actually gets used after dark.
Premium materials only
Western Red Cedar, finished aluminum, and high-grade composite. No big-box kit pergolas.
Our design + build process
- 1
Free in-home consult
We assess sun direction, sight lines, and how you want to use the space.
- 2
3D render + quote
Photo-real design over your real backyard, plus a written line-itemed quote in 48 hours.
- 3
Permits + HOA
We handle every approval needed in your subdivision.
- 4
Build
Most pergolas install in 3–7 working days.
Materials & options
Western Red Cedar
Classic warm look, naturally rot-resistant, refinishable. The most popular pergola choice in The Woodlands.
Aluminum / Louvered
Motorized adjustable louvers for full sun-to-shade control plus rain protection. Zero maintenance.
Composite & hybrid
Composite posts with cedar accents — the look of wood with the longevity of composite.
“From the first consult to the final walkthrough, every promise was kept. Our composite deck looks incredible and they handled all the HOA paperwork.”
“Got three quotes — they were the most thorough by a mile. Pulled the permits, finished on schedule, and the build quality is exactly what they promised.”
“Professional from day one. The 3D render matched the finished deck almost exactly. The end-of-day walkthroughs were a great touch.”
Frequently asked questions
How much does a custom pergola cost in Montgomery County?+
Cedar pergolas typically start around $6,500 for a standalone 12x12. Louvered aluminum systems and integrated deck/pergola combos are higher. You get a fixed quote in 48 hours.
Do I need a permit for a pergola?+
Most freestanding pergolas under a certain size do not require a county permit, but most HOAs in The Woodlands and Conroe require architectural approval. We handle the submission for you.
Will it survive a hurricane?+
We engineer post sizes, footings, and brackets for the wind load codes Montgomery County operates under. Properly built, yes.
Can you add a pergola to my existing deck or patio?+
Yes — we add pergolas to existing decks and patios all the time. We assess the substructure first to confirm it can carry the load.
Related services & areas
Design your pergola in 3D — free
Woodlands Decks delivers a photo-real 3D design and a line-itemed quote within 48 hours. No pressure, no obligation.