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Pergola Cost Calculator

Estimate the cost of a pergola: material and installation per square foot, with U.S. prices. Your entries stay on this device.

JOB INPUTS

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Patio area to cover

sq ft
Patio area to cover

Wood, aluminum or bioclimatic kit per sq ft

$
Wood, aluminum or bioclimatic kit per sq ft

Anchoring, assembly and finish per sq ft

$
Anchoring, assembly and finish per sq ft
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CALCULATED RESULTUSD
Total pergola cost$6,400.00
Material$4,000.00
Installation$2,400.00
Installed per sq ft$40.00
Total cost$6,400.00
FORMULA USED160 × ($25.00 + $15.00) = $6,400.00

HOW TO USE IT

How to use the Pergola Cost Calculator

  1. 1

    Measure the patio area to cover in square feet.

  2. 2

    Choose the pergola type (wood, aluminum, louvered) and its price per sq ft.

  3. 3

    Enter installation per sq ft and review the total.

THE MATH

Pergola formula

Total cost = area × (material + installation)

Pergolas are priced per square foot and include the material (wood kit, aluminum, louvered bioclimatic) plus installation: anchoring, assembly and finish.

PRACTICAL EXAMPLE

A 160 sq ft pergola

160 sq ft × ($25/sq ft material + $15/sq ft installation) = $6,400.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which type of pergola?

Wood kits are budget; aluminum is durable and maintenance-free; louvered roofs have adjustable blades that control light and heat.

Do I need a permit?

Often yes for attached or tall structures. Check local codes — detached pergolas under a certain size may be exempt.

How long does it take?

A kit builds in 1-3 days; custom in 2-4 weeks including fabrication.