"A pergola kit from a big box store is less expensive but limited in sizes and styles," she says. "If you want something more creative or have a challenging site, a custom-built pergola is the way ...

Knowing the factors influencing the cost of pergolas will enable one to plan and make informed decisions. Weighing material ...

Otherwise, you can order custom-made covers from places like thenaturalhome.com. The fabric pergola awning in this photo, from the March ’03 issue of The Family Handyman, is easily removable.