Covered deck and pergola builders in Nixa & Ozark, MO

Covered decks

A roof over your deck turns it into an outdoor room you can use in July heat and spring rain. Covered decks can tie into your home's roofline or stand on their own, and they can include ceiling fans, lighting and outlets.

A roof adds real weight, so the posts, beams and footings have to be sized for it. Permit offices often treat covered decks differently from open ones, so expect plan review and inspections.

Pergolas

A pergola gives partial shade and a defined space without fully blocking the sky. Add a retractable canopy, shade sail or climbing plants for more cover. Pergolas can be built on top of a new deck or added to an existing one if the frame can support it.

Options to consider

• Shingle or metal roofing to match the house
• Tongue-and-groove or vinyl ceilings
• Ceiling fans, lighting and outlets
• Screened sections to keep bugs out
• Cedar or painted pergola beams