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July 4, 2025

The Most Trusted Cedar Pergolas in Texas

Ready for your new Texas cedar pergola? Learn key design options, choose your roof style, then discover why over 25,000 Texans trust Allied Outdoor Solutions.

You’re ready to create the perfect cedar pergola, a timeless addition that elevates your Texas outdoor space. It’s a great decision — custom cedar pergolas offer unparalleled natural beauty and a versatile design that integrates seamlessly with your home’s architectural style.

Now, you need a trusted partner who will transform that vision into a lasting reality. 

At Allied Outdoor Solutions, our design-build experts create custom cedar pergolas that meet the unique demands of the Texas climate and your personal aesthetic. We build structures that deliver decades of comfort, style, and enduring value. 

Let’s walk through the final decisions before your cedar pergola purchase. Then, trust Allied Outdoor Solutions to design and construct your dream cedar pergola, and experience true outdoor bliss.

20,000+ Texans Trust Our Outdoor Living Solutions

Since 2009, over 20,000 Texas homeowners have chosen Allied Outdoor Solutions for our custom craftsmanship and collaborative outdoor living design process. We deliver results that exceed expectations, transforming backyards into cherished extensions of the home.

We've elevated thousands of outdoor spaces across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio with thoughtful, stylish cedar pergola structures. Our local expertise ensures your pergola will thrive in your specific Texas environment.

We're proud of our A+ rating and accreditation with the Better Business Bureau, confirming our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Our certifications with the National Association of Home Builders and Texas Association of Builders establish our adherence to the highest industry standards.

Why Texas Homeowners Choose Cedar Pergolas

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Texas homeowners choose cedar pergolas for their style, versatility and durability.

Cedar is a premier choice for outdoor structures in Texas, offering a blend of natural appeal and practical performance. It creates a welcoming, attractive space for relaxation and entertainment.

Let’s design the perfect cedar pergola together. Schedule your free consultation now!

Unmatched Style and Aesthetic Value

Cedar pergolas boast a distinctive, rich grain and warm color tones that instantly enhance any outdoor environment. 

Cedar provides an organic, inviting aesthetic, allowing for custom stains and finishes that perfectly complement your existing landscape and home. 

Versatile Design Integration

Cedar’s inherent beauty and relative ease of installation make it exceptionally versatile. 

Seamlessly integrate your custom cedar pergola with various outdoor features, from stone patios and outdoor kitchens to landscape gardens and refinished pools. You’ll create a cohesive outdoor living environment that feels like a natural extension of your home.

Flexible Roof Styles

Cedar adapts beautifully to popular pergola roof styles, providing the exact outdoor experience you desire. So, what’s your preference — classic aesthetics, increased shade, or maximum control?

  • Lattice: This classic design creates dappled shade, inviting sunlight to filter through for a natural, airy feel.
  • Slatted: With more closely spaced beams, a slatted cedar pergola offers increased shade, providing greater sun protection.
  • Louvered: An adjustable louvered cedar roof provides unparalleled control, allowing you to open or close the slats for full sun, partial shade, or complete rain protection.

Enduring Durability

When properly sealed and stained, a cedar pergola delivers impressive longevity. Its natural resistance to decay and insects makes it a reliable choice for the Texas climate. 

Your cedar pergola will retain its beauty and structural integrity for decades, providing a long-term investment in your outdoor lifestyle.

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Texas Cedar Pergolas: Your Final Decision Points

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As you finalize your cedar pergola project, consider these 3 key design elements and features. Allied Outdoor Solutions guides you through each decision point, ensuring your custom structure perfectly matches your vision and needs.

Roof Structure Selection

Pergolas are known for their open roof style — modern designs offer 3 distinct options for overhead shade structures. 

Choose from the breezy, classic lattice look, a tightly-spaced slatted roof, or the highly adjustable control of a louvered pergola.

  • Lattice Pergola: This style provides classic visual appeal and filters sunlight, creating a bright, open outdoor atmosphere. It establishes an inviting space for casual relaxation.
  • Slatted Pergola: Designed with tighter spacing between beams, this option delivers enhanced shade while still allowing for air circulation. It creates a comfortable, sun-protected area.
  • Louvered Pergola: This advanced system offers adjustable slats that move with the touch of a button, providing precise control over sunlight, shade, and rain protection. It delivers ultimate versatility for your outdoor space.

Choosing Your Pergola's Ideal Location

The placement of your cedar pergola provides integral benefits that maximize the potential of its location. Here are 3 great layouts for your new pergola structure:

  • Pergola Patio: Integrating your pergola directly onto an existing patio creates a defined outdoor room, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. It provides an immediate sense of cohesion.
  • Freestanding Shade Structure: A detached pergola offers the flexibility to create a shaded oasis anywhere in your yard, establishing a focal point. It defines a distinct outdoor living zone.
  • Poolside Pergola: Placing your cedar pergola near the pool provides essential shade for lounging, protecting you from the Texas sun. It establishes a comfortable and stylish poolside retreat.

Seamlessly Complementing Existing Home Architecture

Cedar’s natural beauty makes it an exceptional partner for a variety of Texas home styles. Your cedar pergola will enhance your home’s inherent character, especially in these 5 styles:

  • Homes With Cedar Siding: A cedar pergola creates a seamless visual extension, enhancing the existing rustic or natural aesthetic of your home. It delivers a cohesive and harmonious design.
  • Modern Farmhouse: The warmth of natural cedar perfectly contrasts with the clean lines and crisp finishes of a modern farmhouse, adding texture and organic appeal. It provides a welcoming, authentic touch.
  • Ranch: A cedar pergola complements the expansive, earthy feel of a ranch home, adding an inviting outdoor element. It establishes a natural and comfortable outdoor living space.
  • Hill Country Vernacular: In Austin and surrounding areas, cedar ties beautifully into the native stone and natural elements of Hill Country architecture. It honors the regional aesthetic with organic materials.
  • Select Transitional Homes: Cedar’s minimalist appeal and natural texture will complement transitional designs that blend modern and traditional elements. It offers a subtle warmth that prevents overly stark aesthetics, providing a sophisticated balance.

FAQs About Cedar Pergolas in Texas

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Texas homeowners often have specific questions about how cedar pergolas perform in our unique climate. Here are 5 FAQs we encounter on a regular basis, plus our expert insights.

How will a cedar pergola withstand the extreme Texas heat? 

Cedar's natural properties will help it dissipate heat, making the shaded area beneath it significantly cooler than direct sunlight. Proper sealing will prevent drying and cracking from prolonged sun exposure.

Does cedar handle Texas's high humidity and occasional heavy rains? 

Yes, cedar possesses natural resistance to moisture and decay. When professionally sealed and stained, it will shed water effectively and maintain its integrity even through periods of high humidity and rainfall.

Will the shifting clay soil in Texas affect my cedar pergola's stability?

Allied Outdoor Solutions will ensure your cedar pergola is installed on a properly engineered and stabilized foundation designed to mitigate the effects of shifting Texas clay soil. This ensures long-term stability and prevents structural issues.

How do I ensure my cedar pergola provides enough shade for my Texas backyard? 

Your Allied Outdoor Solutions design expert will help you choose the ideal roof style (lattice, slatted, or louvered) and orient the pergola precisely to maximize shade throughout the day, tailored to your specific outdoor space.

What maintenance does a cedar pergola require in Texas? 

To maintain its beauty and durability in the Texas climate, your cedar pergola will require periodic cleaning and resealing/restaining, typically every 2-3 years, depending on exposure. This simple upkeep will preserve its vibrant appearance.

Real Homeowner Reviews of Allied Outdoor Solutions Pergolas

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"This is the second time we have used Allied for work in our backyard. They provide high quality work and built our pergola very quickly. If you want the work done right save yourself time and money and just call Allied!" – Natalyn N.

"Allied built me a wonderful covered patio, outdoor space, a pergola, and a fire pit. The job is finished on time. The structure is solid and the work is done right. We had some weather delays but I was communicated clearly with changes to scheduling. The quality of work is impeccable! I would use them again for my next outdoor extension project." – Dominique Z.

“"Allied was worth every penny. Their communication was top notch and the various crews they had throughout the project were on time, respective, and kind. They always cleaned up at the end of the day and didn't leave anything out that my kids could find. The quality of the finished product was top notch. They were more expensive then others in the area but given the level of service, quality of product, and speed. They were 100% worth it.” – Camron P.

Turn your outdoor dreams into reality, just like these happy homeowners - schedule your free design consultation.

Build Your Cedar Pergola with Allied Outdoor Solutions

Choosing a cedar pergola represents an investment in timeless beauty and lasting outdoor enjoyment for your Texas home. You’ll benefit from cedar’s unmatched style and versatile design options — plus our expert craftsmanship that guarantees its enduring durability.

Allied Outdoor Solutions combines superior cedar materials with our collaborative process and deep understanding of Texas outdoor living. We deliver a seamless design-build experience, from your initial vision to the stunning completion of your custom cedar pergola.

Ready to add a custom, handcrafted cedar pergola to your Texas backyard? Contact Allied Outdoor Solutions today for a free consultation. We’ll help you design and build the outdoor sanctuary you deserve.

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