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Decks, Porches and Outdoor

Shade, structure and a little romance.

Cedar and treated pergolas, arbors and trellises over patios, decks and gardens, built to be strong, level and beautiful.

  • Timeline: Days to a week
  • Materials: Cedar, treated pine or composite
  • Includes: Design, footings, build, finish
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Pergolas and Arbors in Nashville, TN by Nashville Carpentry across Middle Tennessee
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The overview

What it is, and why it matters.

A pergola defines an outdoor space without walling it in. Open rafters filter the sun, posts anchor the space and vines or lights turn it into an evening destination. The details, such as post size, spans and footings, are what keep it solid.

We design for the sun and the site, set posts on proper footings or deck framing, cut decorative rafter ends and finish with stain or paint.

Why homeowners choose it

Four things done right.

Sized to the site

Posts and rafters matched to the span and wind.

Strong footings

Posts anchored below frost depth or to framing.

Detailing

Rafter tails and beams that look custom.

Finish

Stain or paint to protect the wood.

How it goes

From first call to pergolas and arbors.

  1. 01

    Plan

    Location, size and shade are chosen.

  2. 02

    Footings

    Post locations are laid out and set.

  3. 03

    Build

    Posts, beams and rafters go up.

  4. 04

    Finish

    Stain, lights and extras are added.

Where we work

Pergolas and Arbors across Middle Tennessee.

We do this work in 28 cities, from downtown Nashville to Franklin, Murfreesboro, Hendersonville and Dickson.

Good questions

Pergolas and Arbors: common questions

Does a pergola need a permit?

Freestanding pergolas under a certain size often do not, but attached pergolas, tall ones and some neighborhoods have requirements. We tell you what applies.

What wood is best for a pergola?

Cedar resists rot and weathers well, while pressure-treated pine costs less. Composite or aluminum are low-maintenance options.

How do I get a price for pergolas and arbors?

Fill in the form or call or text 615-431-3789. We confirm what is involved and send a written price, and larger jobs get a free estimate visit.

Ready to talk about pergolas and arbors?

A short visit and a written price. A real person calls back, usually the same day.

Free estimate

Let's build something good.

Tell us what you want built, fixed or finished. A real person reads every message and calls back, usually the same day, with straight answers and a written, itemized estimate. Small repairs are welcome too.

  • A real look at the space: we measure, listen and ask how it needs to work
  • Honest advice on materials, finishes and what is worth the money
  • A written price with materials, labor, finish and timeline spelled out
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