San Jose Custom Pergola Builder
Custom Pergolas
San Jose | Cedar & Redwood
Hand-built cedar and redwood pergolas designed for your patio, garden, or poolside. Open-top, covered, attached, or freestanding — built to match your home and withstand the San Jose sun.
Return on Investment
Does a Pergola Add Value to Your Home?
A professionally built custom pergola is one of the highest-ROI outdoor improvements you can make. Appraisers and buyers consistently rank covered outdoor living space as a top desirable feature — especially in the San Jose market, where patios are used nearly year-round.
Value Boost
Covered outdoor space is consistently ranked among the most desirable home features.
Lifespan
Quality cedar and redwood pergolas are built to last for decades with proper care.
Usable Space
Turns an underused patio into a daily outdoor living and entertaining area.
Roof Options
Covered vs. Open Pergolas
Not every pergola has to be open to the sky. We build covered pergolas with fixed roof systems that block rain and sun while keeping airflow.
Open-Top Classic
Traditional spaced rafters and beams create dappled shade and natural airflow. Perfect for gardens, climbing vines, and homeowners who want light filtration without full enclosure.
Best for: Natural shade, gardens, growing vines
Fixed Solid Roof
Polycarbonate panels, metal roofing, or tongue-and-groove wood ceiling create full rain and UV protection. Integrated lighting and fan mounts turn your pergola into a true outdoor room.
Best for: Full coverage, dining areas, electrical add-ons
Design Gallery
Pergola Styles We Build
From traditional open-top gardens to modern covered cabanas — every style is built by hand.
Traditional Open-Top
Classic cedar or redwood pergola with evenly spaced rafters and beams — perfect for gardens, patios, and natural shade.
Modern Flat-Top
Clean horizontal beams with minimal vertical posts for a sleek, contemporary look that pairs with modern architecture.
Attached to House
Ledger-mounted pergola extending from your home, creating a seamless indoor-to-outdoor transition over a deck or patio.
Covered Roof
Fixed solid roof panels that block rain and sun while still allowing airflow. Built-in gutters optional.
Arched or Curved
Custom curved beams and arches for a dramatic focal point in gardens, over walkways, or poolside lounging areas.
Poolside Cabana-Style
Deep shade, integrated lighting, and fan mounts for a resort-style outdoor lounge next to your pool or spa.
Material Guide
Which Pergola Material Is Better?
The material determines your pergola's lifespan, maintenance needs, and final appearance. Here is how the four options we build compare for San Jose homeowners.
Cedar
Most PopularNaturally rot-resistant, lightweight, and aromatic. Cedar weathers to a beautiful silver-grey or stays warm with regular sealing. Best balance of cost and longevity for San Jose.
Redwood
PremiumDeeper color, tighter grain, and superior rot resistance. Redwood pergolas last for decades with minimal maintenance and deliver a luxury appearance.
Pressure-Treated Pine
Budget-FriendlyTreated for outdoor use at a lower price point. Needs staining every 2–3 years but delivers real wood character on a tighter budget.
Aluminum (Powder-Coated)
Zero MaintenanceModern aluminum pergolas with baked-on powder coat finishes. Rust-proof, insect-proof, and completely maintenance-free.
Pricing Guide
How Much Does a Custom Pergola Cost?
Every pergola is built to your exact dimensions and specifications. Pricing varies by size, material, and features — reach out for a free, itemized quote.
Open-Top Pergola
A classic open-top design with posts and rafters. A great starting point for natural wood shade over a patio or garden.
Covered Pergola
A solid roof that blocks rain and sun while keeping airflow. Options include integrated lighting, fans, and gutters.
Fully Custom Build
Attached or freestanding, with premium materials, custom finishes, and architectural details to match your home.
What Affects the Price
Quality vs. Kits
Why Custom Beats Big-Box Kits
Big-box pergola kits are tempting — until you realize they are one-size-fits-all, built from thin, low-grade lumber, and designed to last 3 to 5 years. A custom-built pergola from San Jose Fence Bros is engineered for your exact space, built from full-dimension cedar or redwood, and installed with proper concrete footings that handle wind loads and soil conditions.
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Ready to Build Your Pergola?
Reach out today and we will schedule your free on-site estimate. We will walk your property, measure your space, and talk through open-top, covered, attached, and freestanding options.
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FAQ
Pergola FAQs
San Jose Fence Bros builds custom pergolas in San Jose and across the South Bay. Whether you want an open-top cedar pergola for your garden, a covered roof over your patio, or an attached structure extending from your home, we design and build every pergola by hand with full-dimension lumber, proper concrete footings, and structural-grade hardware.