Pergola Design & Installation
Let’s Talk About Your New Pergola
At Down to Earth Landscaping, we craft outdoor spaces that elevate your lifestyle. As you explore our range of services, don’t miss out on our stunning custom-designed pergolas. These elegant structures add both beauty and functionality to your outdoor oasis, providing shade, shelter, and a touch of architectural flair.
Our team of experts takes pride in designing and constructing pergolas that seamlessly blend with your existing landscape and complement your home’s aesthetic. Whether you envision a cozy retreat for relaxation or a stylish backdrop for outdoor entertaining, we work closely with you to bring your pergola vision to life.
With attention to detail and a commitment to quality craftsmanship, we ensure that your pergola enhances the beauty of your outdoor space and stands the test of time. Discover the possibilities with Down to Earth Landscaping and create a welcoming haven to unwind, entertain, and make lasting memories with loved ones.
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Client Testimonials
“My husband and I had never before done any remodeling outdoors. Our home has a small, Denver yard yet we wanted room for our family of 4, with dining, fire pit space, and grass space for kids and dogs to play. We had a lot on our wish list. DTE delivered the most beautiful result essentially doubling our home square footage now that we are able to use the outdoor space! They had great suggestions for materials, pivoted when we made changes, were exceptionally professional and have continued to be a resource for us since our project wrapped up 2 years ago! We value their opinion on so much because we know we are getting the opinion of a team of folks who genuinely care about the quality of work they deliver. DTE is truly a one-of-a-kind team.”
– Nancy W.
“We completely redid our landscape, including new gravel and flagstone paths, paver patios, raised garden beds, a fire pit area, moss rock boulders, landscape lighting, hammock posts, a fountain, lots of plants, a couple orchard areas with fruit trees, irrigation, and seeded areas. We were very pleased with Chuck’s communication with us, and the team the did the install (Colin, Colin, Ty, and Nicole, primarily) we’re great. Colin and I had regular check-ins to make sure we were in the same page and everything was according to the design and our wishes. DTE was responsive when we needed to make changes or troubleshoot things on the fly. We are very pleased with the final product and would work with DTE on future projects. Our dog and 1 year old daughter really enjoyed having everyone around and became good friends worth the crew. I recommend working with DTE.”
– Casey F.
“DTE took our barren back yard and turned it into our very own urban backyard retreat. Chuck truly listened to us when we shared our vision and developed a design that is a perfect fit for how we wanted to utilize our backyard space. Chuck, Jeff, Colin and the rest of the crew were 100% professional and responsive to all of our wishes and requests for the project as it moved along and we could not have been happier with the experience. We have enthusiastically recommended this terrific team to friends and neighbors!”
– Tammy C.
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Frequently Asked Question
What is the difference between a pergola and a pavilion?
A pergola has an open-slat roof that filters sunlight, while a pavilion has a solid roof that blocks sun and rain completely. Pergolas suit patios where you want defined structure and partial shade without closing off the sky, and they pair well with climbing plants or retractable canopies. Pavilions make sense when the goal is a fully weather-protected outdoor room, often over an outdoor kitchen or dining area that gets used regardless of forecast. Down to Earth Landscaping builds both, and the choice usually comes down to how you plan to use the space in July versus October.
Does a pergola need a permit in the Denver area?
Permit requirements for pergolas vary by municipality across the Denver metro, and structures above certain size and height thresholds or attached to the home generally require one. Down to Earth Landscaping handles permitting research during the design phase so the structure is planned to code before fabrication begins. Footing depth also matters in Colorado, where frost lines require piers set deep enough to resist heave through winter. Getting these details settled during design prevents redesign work after a plan review.
How much shade does a pergola actually provide?
A pergola provides partial shade determined by slat width, spacing, and the direction the rafters run relative to the sun’s path. Rafters oriented north-south throw moving shade across the day, while tighter spacing or added louvers increase coverage at midday. On Front Range properties where afternoon sun is the real issue, the team orients the structure around the west exposure rather than defaulting to the patio’s geometry. Shade cloth, retractable canopies, and adjustable louvers are all options when a fixed slat pattern will not cut enough light.