Pergolas in Forest Hill that add structure, shade and year-round style to your garden. Choose timber or metal, freestanding or attached, all built to fit your space and your home.
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A well-built pergola turns an ordinary patio into a destination—perfect for dining, climbing plants, or a shaded seating area. We design and install pergolas across SE23, with projects near Forest Hill station and around the Horniman Museum. Whether your garden is compact or long and narrow, we plan proportions that feel balanced and usable. Expect clean lines, strong fixings and a finish that suits your property.
Forest Hill’s Victorian and Edwardian houses, plus period conversions, often come with mature boundaries and tricky levels. We’re used to working with side returns, stepped patios and older brickwork where accurate fixing matters. If you’re in Honor Oak or Dulwich, we’ll match the pergola style to the architecture and garden layout. Our designs prioritise head height, sightlines and practical shading rather than bulky frames.
We start with a site visit to measure, discuss how you’ll use the space, and recommend the right structure and foundations. You’ll get a clear written scope, material options and an agreed schedule—most installs take 2–4 days. We protect lawns and paving, keep the site tidy, and confirm positions before any posts go in. Homeowners choose us for consistent workmanship, straightforward communication and a 10-year warranty.
In the pergolas in London Borough of Lewisham market, access and parking can affect delivery and build sequencing, especially on tighter residential streets near Sydenham and Brockley. We plan material drop-offs, protect shared pathways for conversions, and use fixings suited to older masonry and mixed garden walls. Many Forest Hill plots have variable ground and mature roots, so we choose footing methods that stay stable without unnecessary excavation. We also keep an eye on boundary positions and neighbour considerations before setting posts.
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Most pergolas in the Forest Hill area fall between £2,500 and £5,000, depending on size, height, and whether you choose timber or metal. Simpler freestanding timber designs can start from around £1,500, while larger custom builds with a canopy, premium hardwood, or complex fixing to existing structures can reach £8,000. Site access, ground conditions and any lighting or paving adjustments also influence the final figure.
A typical pergola installation takes 2–4 days from setting out to final finish. Straightforward freestanding frames on prepared ground are usually quicker, while attached pergolas, canopy systems, or builds requiring careful fixing into older brickwork can take longer. Weather, curing time for post bases, and access for materials can also affect the schedule. We confirm timings after the site survey and keep you updated throughout.
Many pergolas are permitted development, particularly when they’re open-sided and kept to sensible heights, but rules can vary by property type and location. If your home is a flat/maisonette, in a conservation area, or the structure is close to boundaries, extra checks may be needed. We’ll talk through the design, advise what’s typically acceptable, and can help you confirm requirements with the London Borough of Lewisham before work starts.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our pergola workmanship, covering structural integrity and installation faults such as loose fixings or movement caused by poor setting-out. Materials are also covered by relevant manufacturer warranties where applicable, including canopy components and metal finishes. We’ll explain maintenance requirements—especially for timber treatments—so your pergola stays looking sharp. If an issue arises, we respond promptly and put it right.
We offer wooden pergolas (softwood or hardwood), metal pergolas for a crisp contemporary look, and both attached and freestanding options. Popular upgrades include pergolas with canopy systems for adjustable shade, integrated trellis panels for climbers, and bespoke sizing to suit narrow gardens. We’ll recommend proportions, post positions and finishes based on how you use the space and how your home looks, then tailor a custom design to match.
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