Attached pergolas
Fixed to the house over a deck, patio or back door. We flash the connection properly so water runs away from the wall rather than into it.
Exterior carpentry · Melbourne
Pergolas Melbourne designed for real use
We build timber pergolas, verandahs, patios and carports that turn an unused yard into the part of the house everyone sits in.
- ✓ Engineered and certified
- ✓ Attached or freestanding
- ✓ Permit paperwork handled
- ✓ Free written quotes
Pergolas and Verandahs
Shade, shelter and somewhere to sit
Most pergolas fail on one of two things. The posts are undersized for the span, or the roof was never thought through and the space is useless in a Melbourne downpour. We size the structure to the actual load and talk through roofing before we quote, so the space works in February and in July.
Freestanding pergolas
Standalone structures over a seating area, spa or outdoor kitchen. Useful when the roofline or eaves make attaching awkward.
Verandahs and patios
A roofed extension of the house with a finished ceiling, lighting and fans. The closest thing to adding a room without adding a room.
Carports
Covered parking that matches the house rather than fighting it. Built to the same standard as the rest of your carpentry.
Options worth deciding early
- Roofing choice, from open batten to polycarbonate, Colorbond or insulated panel
- Post material and size, timber or steel, and the footing depth each needs
- Gutter and downpipe connection into your existing stormwater
- Fans, downlights and power run in before the ceiling closes up
- Privacy screening or blinds on exposed sides
- Stain, paint or oil finish to match the house
- Engineering certification where the span or wind rating requires it
Want a price for your place? Send us the details or call 0402 272 997.
How it works
Four simple steps from idea to done
- Step 01
Free quote
Call or message us. We visit, listen to what you want and provide a clear written quote at no cost.
- Step 02
Design & plan
We confirm materials, timeline and any council requirements before a single tool comes out.
- Step 03
Build
Qualified carpenters do the work, keep the site tidy and update you as the job progresses.
- Step 04
Clean handover
We walk you through the finished work and leave your home clean and ready to enjoy.
Why Lonibuild
Trade you can trust
At Lonibuild, customer satisfaction comes first. We bring your ideas to life with high quality materials, reputable suppliers and a standard of work that is consistently helpful, friendly and professional.
Qualified & experienced
Every job is carried out by qualified, experienced carpenters who take real pride in their workmanship.
Honest, transparent pricing
Free, no obligation written quotes and clear communication from the first call to the final clean up.
Quality materials only
We use premium timbers and reputable Melbourne suppliers including Merbau, blackbutt and hardwood.
On time, on budget
We respect your home and your schedule, finishing what we start to a consistently high standard.
Service areas
Pergolas and Verandahs across all of Melbourne
We are based in North Melbourne and take on work right across Melbourne. These are the suburbs we are in most often, but wherever you are in the metro area we would love to help.
- North Melbourne
- West Melbourne
- Kensington
- Flemington
- Parkville
- Carlton
- Carlton North
- Fitzroy
- Fitzroy North
- Brunswick
- Brunswick East
- Coburg
- Northcote
- Thornbury
- Ascot Vale
- Essendon
- Moonee Ponds
- Docklands
- Melbourne CBD
Do not see your suburb? We work across all of Melbourne. Get in touch and chances are we cover your area.
FAQ
Pergolas and Verandahs questions, answered
Do I need a permit for a pergola in Melbourne?
Usually yes once it is attached to the house or over a certain size and height, and almost always if it is roofed. Rules vary by council and by overlay. We assess it at the quote and can arrange drawings and the permit application for you.
Can you match the pergola to my existing house?
Yes. We match post profiles, rafter spacing, roof pitch and colour to the existing build so it reads as part of the house rather than an add on.
Timber or steel posts?
Timber suits period and weatherboard homes and takes stain well. Steel allows longer spans with slimmer posts, which matters when you do not want a post in the middle of your entertaining area. We often mix the two.
How long does a pergola take?
Two to five days on site for most builds once materials arrive. If a permit is required, allow six to ten weeks before we can start.
Can you build a pergola over an existing deck?
Yes, provided the deck substructure can take the post loads. We check that first. Sometimes we run footings independently through the deck so the loads bypass it entirely.
Get in touch
Let us talk about your pergolas
Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a clear, no obligation quote.
- 0402 272 997
- [email protected]
- Servicing Melbourne and all inner suburbs
- Mon to Fri 8:00am to 6:00pm
- ABN 63 548 040 578