How To Size Your Yard For The Construction Of A Pergola

There are a number of reasons that homeowners like to construct pergolas in their backyard, from the provision of shade to creating a private place to sit. In order to ensure that the structure you choose is the best fit for your yard, however, you will need to do some measuring before making a final decision.

Get in contact with the town-planning department at your local council and ask them what sorts of regulations there are regarding the addition of a pergola to your yard. The staff in this department will be able to point you in the right direction.

Choose the area of your yard that you think would benefit from the construction of a pergola. Make sure that this location won’t block other features of your yard (such as a swimming pool).

Make sure that the location you have chosen for your pergola is clear of debris and obstructions, as this will help you to obtain the most accurate measurements possible. Use a piece of chalk or string to draw out the base of your structure on the ground.

Decide on how high you would like your pergola to be, remembering that it needs to be high enough to stand in (with additional head room) and that the height cannot exceed council regulations.
The above tips should help you to effectively size your yard for the construction of a pergola, ensuring that it is the best fit for your space and that it doesn’t stick out like a sore thumb. To make doubly sure, you could build a ‘trial’ structure out of cardboard and judge its size in comparison to the rest of your property.