Pergolas & Patio Covers · DFW

Shade, Style,
Year-Round.

Custom pergolas and patio covers designed and built by True Star. Cedar, aluminum, and insulated options for every DFW backyard.

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Pergolas in DFW

Custom Pergolas Built for DFW Summers

A pergola is the single most effective way to extend your outdoor living season in DFW. Without shade, a North Texas patio is unusable from May through September. With the right structure, that same space becomes a year-round outdoor room. True Star designs and builds custom pergolas in cedar, aluminum, and steel, sized and oriented for your specific yard, sun exposure, and how you want to use the space.

True Star coordinates approved design, permit requirements, foundation work, framing, shade systems, fans and lighting through one accountable project team and one point of contact.

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One Accountable Team

Permit Coordination

Dedicated Point of Contact

2-Year Warranty

Why True Star

What Sets Our Pergolas Apart

Designed for Texas Heat

We orient every pergola to block the harshest afternoon sun based on your yard's specific exposure. The right orientation makes more difference than the shade system itself.

Shade Systems That Work

We integrate louvered roofs, retractable canopies, shade sails, and ceiling fans that are rated for outdoor use in Texas heat. No indoor-rated fans on outdoor structures.

Material Built for DFW

Cedar naturally resists rot and insects without chemical treatment. Aluminum never rots, rusts, or needs repainting. We help you choose the material that fits your maintenance preference and budget.

Our Work

Pergola Projects in DFW

Expertise

What Separates a Great Pergola from One That Fails in 5 Years

The most common pergola failures we see in DFW come from two sources: undersized post footings and wood that wasn't rated for ground contact. A pergola that isn't properly anchored will rack and lean within a few years, especially in DFW's expansive clay soil. We pour footings to the depth required by local code, not just enough to pass a visual inspection.

Wood selection matters significantly in North Texas. Untreated pine will rot within 3 to 5 years in DFW's humidity and rain cycles. Cedar and pressure-treated lumber rated for ground contact are the minimum standard. We don't substitute materials to hit a lower price point.

Permit requirements for attached and freestanding structures vary by municipality, size and scope. True Star confirms the applicable requirements and coordinates applications and inspections before the related work begins.

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How It Works

How Our Pergola Process Works

Project Fit Consultation

We visit your property, assess sun exposure and wind patterns, and talk through your vision, material preferences, and budget. We identify permit requirements and any HOA considerations upfront.

Design & Planning

Structures require an approved design before construction, developed through our paid design process with applicable 3D visualization. True Star coordinates required permits and documents the expected construction schedule.

Build & Deliver

True Star coordinates footing work, framing, shade systems, fans, lighting and vetted specialty trades required for the scope. You receive updates at key milestones and proactive communication if conditions change.

Buyer's Guide

Common Pergola Mistakes to Avoid in DFW

Skipping required permits on structures

Requirements vary by structure and municipality. Confirm who is coordinating the applicable applications and inspections before structural work begins.

Undersized post footings for DFW clay soil

Clay soil in North Texas moves with moisture. Footings that aren't deep enough will allow posts to shift and the structure to rack. We pour footings to code depth for DFW conditions, not just enough to look stable on day one.

Using indoor-rated fans and lights outdoors

Indoor ceiling fans and light fixtures are not rated for outdoor humidity and temperature swings. They fail quickly and create electrical hazards. Every fan and fixture we install is rated for outdoor wet or damp locations.

Full Service

Everything Coordinated. Start to Finish.

True Star coordinates the agreed scope through one accountable project team.

Complimentary Project Fit Consultation. No obligation. No pressure.

Formal design is developed for structures before construction.

2D and 3D renderings on qualifying projects so you see it before we build it.

Permit requirements, applications and inspections coordinated by True Star when required.

Fully insured, with licensed specialty trade partners where required.

Every crew member on your property is held to True Star's quality standard.

Your True Star project lead stays involved from consultation through final walkthrough.

Clear communication and progress updates throughout the build.

Job site cleaned up daily.

Final walkthrough and punch list before we consider it done.

Two-year workmanship warranty on constructed work.

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Client Reviews

What DFW Homeowners Say About True Star

"I am extremely pleased with the travertine patio extension, complete with brick wall exterior, tongue & grooved stained pine interior with TV, fireplace, mantle and roof extension too! They also provided chop stone borders for three flower beds. The crews arrived daily on time, cleaned up at the end of each day and were easy to work with. Cameron and Eric stayed on top of day-to-day details and were excellent about communicating approvals and updates. I would use TrueStar again in the future!"

Carolyn Bachmann

Frisco, TX

Patio Extension & Outdoor Living

"These guys are the best! They came out quickly to provide an estimate and were so helpful making great suggestions. They knew exactly what I needed to improve my front landscaping. Their work far exceeded my expectations and pricing was very reasonable. They really back up their work and were extremely knowledgeable about what will survive in Texas and in my particular flowerbed lighting. It's been a year now since they planted, and everything is thriving just like they said it would. They even hooked up my sprinkler system to water a large pot in the front so I don't have to hand water. I highly recommend their work!"

Lesa Swimelar

Frisco, TX

Landscaping

"Working with True Star for our backyard landscaping was an incredible experience! From start to finish, their team was professional, attentive, and full of creative ideas that truly transformed our outdoor space. They listened to our vision, made excellent suggestions, and executed everything flawlessly and quickly!! The attention to detail and quality of their work exceeded our expectations, and we couldn't be happier with the beautiful results. If you're looking to elevate your landscaping, I highly recommend True Star!"

Sheela Furqueron

Frisco, TX

Backyard Landscaping

Common Questions

Pergola FAQs for DFW Homeowners

Answers to the questions we hear most from homeowners in Frisco, Plano, Allen, McKinney, and the surrounding DFW area.

Pergola costs in DFW typically range from $8,000 to $40,000+ depending on size, materials, and features. A basic wood pergola runs $8,000 to $15,000. Cedar or redwood structures with shade systems run $15,000 to $25,000. Aluminum or steel pergolas with louvered roofs or motorized systems run $20,000 to $40,000 or more. True Star provides a detailed, itemized estimate after your complimentary Project Fit Consultation.

Permit requirements depend on the structure, attachment, size and municipality. True Star confirms the applicable requirements and coordinates applications and inspections when required. Related costs are documented in the project estimate.

Most pergola projects take 1 to 3 weeks from permit approval to final walkthrough. Larger structures with electrical, fans, or motorized shade systems may run 2 to 4 weeks. Before construction, we provide the expected schedule and communicate proactively when conditions affect timing.

We build pergolas in cedar, redwood, pressure-treated pine, aluminum, and steel. Cedar and aluminum are the most popular choices for North Texas because they hold up well against heat, humidity, and occasional freezes.

Yes. We integrate shade sails, retractable canopies, louvered roof systems, ceiling fans, string lights, and recessed lighting into pergola builds. These additions are planned during the design phase so electrical rough-in is handled before the structure goes up.

True Star serves North DFW including The Colony, Frisco, Prosper, Plano, Dallas, Carrollton, Lewisville, Allen, McKinney, Celina, and surrounding communities.

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