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A well-designed pergola turns a plain patio into a practical outdoor room for dining, shade and planting. We build pergolas for homeowners across DA1 and DA2, from compact courtyards to larger family gardens. Whether you’re near Central Park or commuting via the Dartford Crossing, we plan around your schedule and access. Expect clean lines, solid fixings and finishes that suit your home.
Dartford’s mix of Victorian terraces, 1930s semis and new developments means no two gardens are the same. We frequently work with narrow side access, stepped levels and existing patios that need careful setting-out. For newer plots around Greenhithe and Swanscombe, we can match contemporary fencing and paving with modern pergola profiles. If you have a period property, we’ll keep proportions and detailing sympathetic rather than overbuilt.
We start with a site visit, measurements and a clear design proposal, then confirm materials, footing positions and finish options. Installation typically takes 2–4 days, with tidy working and respectful neighbour management. We use robust posts, quality fixings and weather-resistant treatments to reduce movement and maintenance. Homeowners choose us for consistent communication, dependable scheduling and workmanship backed by a 10-year warranty.
Across Dartford Borough we often encounter clay-heavy ground, so we size footings and anchors to keep posts stable year-round. Parking and access can be tight near older streets, so we plan deliveries and cutting to minimise disruption. For gardens close to Bluewater Shopping Centre and busy routes, we schedule efficiently and keep materials secure on site. Our designs suit everything from terraces to modern developments in Wilmington and Stone.
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For pergolas in the Dartford area, most projects fall between £2,500 and £5,000, with an overall range of roughly £1,500 to £8,000. Cost depends on size, whether it’s attached or freestanding, timber versus metal, and any extras such as a canopy, integrated lighting routes, or decorative screening. Ground conditions and the need for deeper footings can also affect the final figure.
Most installations take 2–4 days from setting out to final fixings and finishing. A straightforward freestanding timber pergola on an existing patio can be quicker, while attached designs, larger spans, or canopy systems may take longer. Timescales can also change if we need to form new footings, work around limited access common with terraces, or coordinate around weather for stains and protective coatings.
Many pergolas can be built under permitted development, especially when they’re open-sided and kept to sensible heights and positions. However, rules can vary with listed buildings, conservation constraints, boundary proximity, or if your home is a flat or part of a managed development. We’ll talk through your specific site in Dartford Borough and advise what’s likely, then help you check requirements before work starts.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for our pergola installations, covering issues such as structural movement caused by incorrect setting-out, fixings, or installation methods. Materials are covered by the relevant manufacturer or supplier warranties, and we’ll explain those at quotation stage. To keep your pergola performing well, we also advise on ongoing care, including re-treatment intervals for timber and cleaning for powder-coated metal.
We offer wooden pergolas, metal pergolas, attached and freestanding layouts, plus pergolas with canopy options for extra shade. Popular choices include pressure-treated softwood, hardwood for a premium finish, and powder-coated aluminium or steel for a modern look. We can add slatted roofs, side screens, or planting supports to suit climbers. We’ll help you choose a design that fits your garden size, style and budget.
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