We answer those questions plus the pros and cons. What is a pergola, exactly? A pergola is an outdoor structure formed by an ...

Level the site if the ground is uneven. Measure the area of ground where the pergola is to be situated. Identify where the posts will be and mark their exact positions. Ensure these are arranged ...

7. Shallow foundations Another mistake - one especially common with DIY pergolas - is shallow foundations. Leslie Chapus ...