Is building a pergola on an existing deck possible?

• <div><p>Yes, it’s definitely possible to build a pergola on an existing deck. All you need to do is attach the pergola support beams to the deck’s joists and build up from there. Beware that mistakes can damage your deck, so if you’re at all unsure of the process, play it safe and hire a pro for your custom build.</p></div>

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Last update on November 24, 2025

Reviewed in December 2020
I do not know where to start. The owner Landis is extremely rude and a nasty person. He cussed me and called me a fool. This company came and removed my neighbors tree that fell. They came on my property WITHOUT my permission and cut 4 feet my tree. I called Landis to discuss why they cut my...
East Coast Tree Service
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Reviewed in September 2020
BEWARE! This company charged my elderly mother $1300 to remove some dead branches and lower branches on 4 trees. Not only didn't they trim off all of the dead limbs but they talked her into putting in 2 cables which are supposed to hold up branches that are weak. They cost $800! They put some...
Alpha Tree Specialists
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Reviewed in February 2019
These guys are absolutely awesome. I had 18 trees removed and they did an outstanding job. The cleanup was efficient and tidy. Their cost was very reasonable and the work was conducted in a very timely manner. I will call them again for a few more trees in the future. Highly recommended for...
Ausley Brush-Hogging and Tree Service
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Reviewed in May 2017
My initial consultation with Nick, VP of Barrick Landscaping, went very well. He was responsive and professional, and was willing to work within our budget to smooth the existing area, add topsoil and install a row of 10 arborvitae and 7 crape myrtle trees. Because of unavoidable (and...
Barrick & Sons LLC
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Reviewed in June 2014
The service was excellent. They were a bit pricey but we knew we were getting quality work and we did. They were here on time and that is a big deal. The one guy who came out was absolutely excellent. He told me stuff about trees I didn't need to know. They go to school, they are trained and...
Bartlett Tree Experts
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Reviewed in January 2014
They were great. Their arborist is super. He is well-educated, intelligent, articulate, professional, and courteous. The crew came on time and cleaned up. There was never a problem.
Bartlett Tree Experts
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Reviewed in March 2013
Kevin responded very quickly to my phone call and gave me an estimate right away and also confirmed it by email. I had to wait for about 10 days due to the weather before he and his team were able to come to do the job. They (Kevin and 2 other workers) came promptly and completed the job in...
Abundant Tree Care Services
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Reviewed in January 2013
Urban Arborists came out and gave an estimate. It took them a long time, like 2 or 3 hours. I live in the city, so I didn't want to keep the wood. They were really good and careful. They were reliable. They have done work in the neighborhood and they have done work for the private park down the...
Urban Arborists Inc
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

If you have a knack for DIYing, a trellis can be built from scratch from all kinds of materials. However, if time is of the essence, it’s far easier to buy a trellis ready-made and put it together at home.

Other projects that you can do at the same time as your trellis include painting the deck , installing a pergola, or adding mulch to your garden beds.

While your municipality may have its own regulations requiring pergolas or other structures to be a certain height above a fire pit, the standard recommendation is that the pergola should be at least 10 feet above the fire pit. A taller pergola allows the heat from the flames to dissipate before reaching the structure.

There are many materials to choose from, including picket fencing, wood slats, galvanized metal skirting, dog-ear fence panels, scallop wood fence panels, bamboo screens, and other decorative screens. You can search for materials at local big box stores like Home Depot or scour online home improvement sites. Good search terms to use are fencing, skirting, and privacy panels.

Yes, it’s definitely possible to build a pergola on an existing deck. All you need to do is attach the pergola support beams to the deck’s joists and build up from there. Beware that mistakes can damage your deck, so if you’re at all unsure of the process, play it safe and hire a pro for your custom build.

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