Pavilions
A full roof on masonry or timber columns. The most weatherproof option and the biggest commitment.
Covered Patios and Shade in Omaha
Shade structures we build
Covered patios
A roof tied into the house, which keeps the addition reading as part of the architecture.
Pergolas
Open rafters or a slatted top for filtered light. The lightest touch and the fastest to build.
Louvered systems
Adjustable aluminum louvers that open for sun and close for rain, on a motor if you want.
Shade sails and canopies
The lowest-cost way to cover a patio, and the easiest to take down for winter.
Planted shade
Well-placed trees eventually outperform every structure. We plan for them alongside the build.
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Shade structure scope
- Sun-path and orientation study
- Structure selection and sizing
- Permitting and setback verification
- Footings and post or column set
- Framing, roofing or louver install
- Electrical for fans and lighting
- Ceiling finish and trim
- Integration with existing patio and drainage
Shade structures built for Nebraska
Snow and wind load
Anything with a roof in Nebraska gets designed for snow load and wind uplift, on real footings.
Orientation
West-facing patios need deeper cover or a screen. Which direction the sun comes from changes the design.
Permits and setbacks
Roofed structures need permits and often have setback limits. We handle that as part of the scope.
Our Omaha metro service area
Building anywhere in the metro. Tell us where your yard is.
Shade questions
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Pergola or pavilion?
Pergola for dappled light and lower cost; pavilion when you want to sit out in a rainstorm.
Do louvered roofs work in winter?
Yes, and they shed snow when closed. They cost several times what a timber pergola does.
Can shade attach to the house?
Usually. It has to be flashed and structurally tied correctly, which is why we do not treat it as a kit install.
Will it need a permit?
Roofed structures almost always do. We pull it and handle the inspection.
Can I add a fan and lights?
Yes, and you should. Wiring goes in during framing, when it costs almost nothing.
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