Pergolas in Nashville, TN
Add Shade, Style & Structure to Your Outdoor Space
Nashville's Trusted Pergola Installation Experts
Create a more inviting place to relax, dine, and entertain outside with a custom pergola from SafeGuard Fence & Deck.
We design and build pergolas for homeowners throughout Nashville and Middle Tennessee, with options that can be incorporated into patios, decks, outdoor kitchens, and complete outdoor living spaces.
Whether you're looking for more shade over your patio or want to create a defined backyard gathering area, we'll design your pergola around your home, property, and the way you enjoy being outside.
Give Your Outdoor Space a Sense of Place
CUSTOM PERGOLAS BUILT FOR YOUR BACKYARD
An open backyard can have plenty of room but still feel like it's missing something.
A pergola adds architectural structure that helps turn an open patio or deck into a more intentional outdoor living area. It can provide partial shade, define where people gather, and create a natural transition between your home and backyard.
A custom pergola can help you:
ADDED SHADE
Provides relief from the sun while keeping the space open and airy.
DEFINES YOUR SPACE
Creates a defined area for dining, seating, cooking, or entertaining.
ENHANCES YOUR HOME
Adds architectural interest and compliments your home's exterior.
PERFECT FOR COOKING
Create a dedicated space for your outdoor kitchen and grilling area.
MADE FOR GATHERING
Bring people together for meals, celebrations and everyday moments.
INCREASES HOME VALUE
A beautiful pergola is a smart investment that adds curb appeal.
Turn an Open Patio Into an Outdoor Room
PERGOLAS FOR PATIOS
Your patio and pergola could create space for:
- Outdoor dining
- Lounge furniture
- Fire pit seating
- Grilling
- Outdoor kitchens
- Bar seating
- Entertaining
- Everyday relaxation
Add Another Dimension to Your Deck
PERGOLAS FOR DECKS
Your deck design could incorporate:
Pergola-Covered Seating
Create a defined place for lounge furniture and conversation.
Outdoor Dining
Add structure above a table and dining area to make the space feel more intentional.
Open Deck Area
Keep part of the deck uncovered for grilling, sun, or flexible use.
Stairs & Backyard Access
Connect the deck naturally with patios, lawns, pools, and other outdoor areas.
PERGOLA DESIGN IDEAS
Build It Around the Way You Live
There's no single way to use a pergola.
We'll help you plan the structure around what you want to do underneath it and how it fits into the rest of your property.
Outdoor Dining Pergola
Create a defined destination for family dinners, cookouts, and entertaining.
Deck Pergola
Create a more intimate seating or dining zone on a larger deck.
Poolside Pergola
Create a shaded gathering or lounge area near the pool while maintaining an open connection to the surrounding space.
Patio Pergola
Add structure and partial shade to an otherwise open patio.
Outdoor Kitchen Pergola
Help define your cooking and entertaining area as its own backyard destination.
Backyard Lounge
Add comfortable seating, lighting, and other features to create a place designed simply for relaxing outside.
DESIGNED TO COMPLEMENT YOUR HOME
Your Pergola Should Look Like It Belongs There
A pergola becomes a prominent architectural feature of your property, so the details matter.
SafeGuard considers your home's exterior, architecture, existing outdoor spaces, landscaping, and backyard layout when planning the project.
We'll help think through details such as:
Size & Proportion
The pergola should be appropriately sized for the patio, deck, furniture, and surrounding space.
Placement
We'll consider sunlight, backyard views, home access, traffic flow, and how the structure connects to other outdoor features.
Materials & Appearance
The material, finish, and overall design should complement your home and the rest of your outdoor living space.
Posts & Structure
Post placement should work with the intended use of the space without unnecessarily interfering with furniture or movement.
Shade
We'll consider how the structure can provide partial shade while maintaining the open-air character of a pergola.
Surrounding Features
Patios, decks, outdoor kitchens, pools, fences, landscaping, walkways, and other backyard features can all influence the final design.
MORE THAN A PERGOLA
Create a Complete Outdoor Living Space
One of the biggest advantages of working with SafeGuard is that your project doesn't have to stop with the pergola.
SafeGuard Fence & Deck provides fencing, decking, outdoor living, concrete, and masonry services, allowing us to help homeowners bring multiple backyard features together.
Your pergola can be incorporated with:
- Concrete patios
- Paver patios
- Custom wood decks
- Composite decks
- Outdoor kitchens
- Fire pits and fireplaces
- Screened rooms
- Privacy fencing
- Pool fencing
- Retaining walls
- Seat walls
- Walkways
- Outdoor lighting
- Other concrete and masonry features
Instead of adding individual features one at a time, we can help create a backyard where everything looks and functions like it was designed together.
ADD LIGHTING TO YOUR PERGOLA
Keep Enjoying Your Space After Sunset
Your pergola doesn't have to stop being useful when the sun goes down.
Outdoor lighting can add atmosphere while making the space more functional for evening dining, entertaining, and relaxing.
Depending on the overall project, lighting can help:
- Illuminate dining areas
- Create ambiance
- Highlight architectural details
- Make seating areas more inviting
- Improve nighttime visibility
- Connect the pergola visually with surrounding outdoor spaces
Lighting is a small detail that can make a big difference in how often you use your outdoor space.
Ready to BUILD Your pergola?
Turn an open patio, deck, or backyard into an outdoor destination with a custom pergola from SafeGuard Fence & Deck.
From pergolas and patios to decks, outdoor kitchens, screened rooms, concrete, masonry, fencing, and complete outdoor living spaces, we can help bring your entire backyard together.
FAQs
What is the purpose of a pergola?
A pergola helps define an outdoor living area while providing partial shade and adding architectural interest. Pergolas are commonly used over patios, decks, outdoor dining areas, kitchens, and backyard seating spaces.
How much shade does a pergola provide?
Pergolas typically provide partial rather than complete shade. The amount of shade depends on the design, placement, orientation, and structure.
Can you build a pergola over an existing patio?
Potentially. SafeGuard can evaluate the existing patio, available space, and surrounding property to determine an appropriate approach.
Can you build a patio and pergola at the same time?
Yes. SafeGuard provides outdoor living, concrete, and masonry services, allowing us to plan the patio and pergola together as one cohesive project.
Can a pergola be added to a deck?
Depending on the deck and project requirements, a pergola can be incorporated into a deck design. If you are planning a new deck, designing both features together can help create a more cohesive layout.
Can you put an outdoor kitchen under a pergola?
Depending on the design and cooking equipment, a pergola may be incorporated into an outdoor kitchen area. SafeGuard can help plan an appropriate layout based on the project.
Is a pergola better than a screened room?
They serve different purposes. A pergola maintains a much more open-air environment and provides partial shade, while a screened room offers greater enclosure and insect protection. The better choice depends on how you want to use your backyard.
Can you add lighting to a pergola?
Lighting can be incorporated into many pergola and outdoor living designs to make the space more enjoyable after dark.