Custom Pergola Installation & Builder in the Louisville Metro Area

A pergola serves as a structural framework that must withstand high wind velocities and heavy snow loads. SunnySide Decks, a trusted pergola builder in Louisville, KY, utilizes CAD modeling to determine the exact post depth and timber thickness required for long-term stability, preventing the sagging and leaning found in kit-built shade structures.

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Custom Pergolas

Our expertise in pergola design and pergola construction in Louisville, KY ensures traditional pergolas provide a permanent architectural frame for an outdoor space while offering consistent shade.

  • Structural Timber Selection: As a leading pergola contractor in Louisville, KY, we use high-grade cedar and pressure-treated lumber because they remain stable against Kentucky humidity.
  • Technical Joinery: Posts and beams stay secured with heavy-duty hardware to prevent sagging or leaning.
  • Tucson Rolling Screens: Motorized Tucson screens stay integrated into the pergola frame, providing on-demand shade and insect protection.

Louvered Pergolas

For homeowners who want control over the environment, our pergola installation in Louisville, KY services specialize in high-performance louvered systems.

  • Cincinnati Pergolas: Aluminum systems feature motorized louvers that rotate to block the sun or close to create a water-tight roof.
  • Climate Endurance: Powder-coated aluminum frames stay resistant to rust and handle heavy snow loads of the Kentuckiana winter.
  • Smart Integration: Motorized components enable remote-controlled adjustments, keeping the transition from sun to shade effortless.

About Us

Ben White started SunnySide Decks because he saw too many builders cutting corners. With 30 years in construction, he wants to provide neighbors in Kentuckiana with honest feedback and clear answers. We are a family-owned business committed to overachieving on every build.

Over 650 Projects Completed across Kentuckiana

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Proudly Serving Kentuckiana

To maintain focus on the Louisville Metro area, we serve homeowners throughout the following counties:

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Real Results From the SunnySide of Kentuckiana

Our neighbors rave about our overachieving approach and the creative ways we open up outdoor spaces. Read how our precision and deep knowledge provide a higher standard of backyard living!

Our Professional Building Process

Seamless project management from the first phone call to the final walkthrough.

01.

Consultation & On-Site Estimate

Ben visits your home with material samples and provides a professional price range right on-site.

02.

3D Design & Tiered Proposal

Within 48 hours, you will receive custom 3D models and a “good, better, best” tiered proposal.

03.

Approval & Schedule Security

Once you approve the plan, a 10% deposit secures your project’s spot on our construction schedule.

04.

Permitting & HOA Coordination

We handle the heavy lifting by managing local building permits and coordinating with your HOA.

05.

Construction & Final Walkthrough

Our dedicated W-2 crews complete your build in 2–3 weeks, followed by a final walkthrough.

Pergolas FAQs

Are louvered pergolas waterproof?
When Cincinnati Pergola louvers stay closed, they channel water into a gutter system to keep the area underneath dry.
Screens reside in a housing on the pergola beam and roll down via a motorized track to block wind or sun.
Can a pergola stay attached to a house?
Yes, CAD software calculates the load to keep the ledger attachment to a home structurally sound.
Timber and aluminum structures stay anchored with deep-set concrete footers or heavy-duty masonry brackets.