Pergolas

What We Deliver

• PE-signed structural plans for pergola construction
• Wind load calculations per ASCE 7
• Connection detail drawings
• Zoning compliance verification
• One coordinated response to AHJ comments

Who It’s For

• Homeowners adding outdoor living spaces
• General contractors building pergola projects
• Landscape contractors needing structural engineering
• Aluminum and wood pergola installers

Engineering Scope

• Structural Analysis: Member sizing, wind loads, dead loads, live loads per ASCE 7
• Connection Design: Post-to-beam, beam-to-rafter, base plate connections
• Material Specifications: Aluminum or wood member grades and sizes
• Zoning Verification: Setbacks, lot coverage, height restrictions
• Permit Package: Signed & sealed plans with calculations

Pricing

Starting at $2,500 (fixed fee)

• Standard residential pergola
• 2-week typical turnaround
• One AHJ comment response included

Compliance Notes (Florida)

• FBC 8th Edition: Structural design requirements
• ASCE 7-22: Wind load calculations for Components & Cladding and MWFRS
• HVHZ: Enhanced wind design for Miami-Dade County installations
• Local Zoning: Municipality-specific setback and coverage requirements

Ready to build your pergola — with plans that pass permit review the first time?