Pergolas Custom Pergolas in New Jersey
Wood, cedar and aluminum pergolas that add shade and turn your deck or patio into a real outdoor room.
Built For
Shade & Style
A pergola defines your outdoor space and makes it usable on hot summer days. We size, anchor and finish every pergola to fit your home and stand up to New Jersey wind and snow.
- Custom pergola design
- Cedar & pressure-treated wood pergolas
- Aluminum & louvered pergolas
- Freestanding or attached to the house
- Pergolas over decks & patios
- Shade covers & privacy screens
- Lighting & ceiling fan prep
- NJ code-compliant footings & permits
Western Red Cedar
Naturally rot-resistant wood with a warm look that can be stained or left to weather.
Pressure-Treated Wood
Cost-effective, strong framing that takes paint or stain.
Aluminum Pergolas
Low-maintenance powder-coated aluminum that will not rot or need staining.
Louvered Roof Systems
Adjustable louvers to open for sun or close for shade and rain.
Pergolas Ideas
Styles and finishes we build for New Jersey homes. Click any photo to view full size.
Wood Pergola with Bench
White Pergola & Garden
Pergola Over a Gravel Path
Pergola Walkway
Pergola with String Lights
Classic Wood Pergola
See your pergola
before we build it.
Visualize your deck, patio, pergola, walls and outdoor living space with professional 3D previews before construction begins.
At Acre Outdoor Living, we help homeowners feel confident before starting their project. Our 3D previews show how your deck, patio, pergola, walls, materials and colors can look in your yard before the work begins.
- Preview your deck, patio or pergola before we build
- Compare pavers, stone, decking and colors side by side
- See the full backyard layout — hardscape, masonry and all
- Make confident decisions before investing
- Professional presentation for homeowners and HOAs
Sample 3D Outdoor Visualization
Decks · Patios · Pergolas · Hardscape · Masonry
Custom Pergola Builder
In North New Jersey
Acre Outdoor Living designs and builds pergolas for New Jersey homes — cedar, pressure-treated wood and aluminum, freestanding or attached, over a deck or a patio.
Each pergola is sized for your space and anchored on proper footings so it stands up to wind and snow. We can add shade covers, privacy screens, lighting and fan prep.
We build pergolas across North New Jersey, including Morristown, Florham Park, Montville and Denville in Morris, Livingston and West Orange in Essex, New Providence and Berkeley Heights in Union, plus Basking Ridge and Watchung in Somerset, and Wayne in Passaic and Wyckoff in Bergen. Get a free pergola estimate today.
Other services we offer
Pergola service areas
Pergola building in Essex County
Fairfield, Livingston, Roseland, Caldwell, West Caldwell, North Caldwell, Essex Fells, Montclair, West Orange, Millburn, Short Hills, Maplewood
Pergola building in Morris County
Pine Brook, Montville, Towaco, Parsippany, Mountain Lakes, Boonton, Denville, Randolph, Morristown, Morris Township, Cedar Knolls, Whippany, East Hanover, Florham Park, Madison, Chatham, Chatham Township, Mendham, Mendham Township, Morris Plains
Pergola building in Union County
Summit, New Providence, Berkeley Heights, Springfield, Mountainside, Westfield, Scotch Plains, Cranford
Pergola building in Somerset County
Warren, Watchung, Basking Ridge, Bernards Township, Bernardsville, Far Hills, Martinsville, Bridgewater, Green Brook
Pergola building in Bergen County
Franklin Lakes, Wyckoff, Ridgewood, Glen Rock, Fair Lawn, Paramus, Mahwah, Saddle River, Upper Saddle River, Tenafly, Demarest, Haworth, Old Tappan, Oradell, Bergenfield, Englewood
Pergola questions from NJ homeowners
Wood or aluminum pergola: which is better?
Cedar and wood pergolas have a warm, classic look and cost less but need periodic staining or sealing. Aluminum pergolas cost more up front but need almost no maintenance. We help you compare both.
Do I need a permit for a pergola in NJ?
Many towns require a permit for pergolas, especially attached ones or larger structures. Requirements vary by town; we check and handle the permit process for you.
Can you build a pergola on my existing deck or patio?
Often yes. We check whether the deck framing or the patio can support the posts, and add footings or reinforcement where needed.
How long does a pergola take to build?
Most pergolas are built in a few days once materials and any permit are in place. Louvered systems may need extra lead time for ordering.
Which areas do you serve for pergolas?
We serve towns across Essex, Morris, Union, Somerset, Passaic and Bergen counties, including Livingston, Short Hills, Montclair, Morristown, Madison, Chatham, Summit, Westfield, Warren, Wayne, Ridgewood and Franklin Lakes. See the full list on our Service Areas page.
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your project?
Tell us about your project and our team will contact you to schedule your free estimate.
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