Pergolas & Patio Covers: Outdoor Living That Works in Every Season

Life in the Carolinas is built around the outdoors. Whether it’s a warm summer evening in Myrtle Beach or a breezy fall afternoon in Summerville, homeowners here know that the best memories often happen on the back deck or patio. But without the right protection, those spaces sit empty during the hottest days, stormiest afternoons, or mosquito-filled nights.

That’s why more homeowners are turning to custom pergolas and patio covers from Contract Exteriors. These structures do more than provide shade; they redefine how you enjoy your backyard throughout the year.

Pergolas or Patio Covers: What’s the Difference?

Homeowners often ask if they need a pergola or a patio cover. The answer depends on how you want to use your space:

• Pergolas create an open-air design with overhead beams that filter sunlight and add architectural interest. They’re perfect for climbing plants, string lights, or enjoying dappled shade.

• Patio covers provide a solid roof, giving you reliable protection from the sun and rain. They’re ideal for outdoor dining, creating a kid-friendly shade area, or extending your living space into the backyard.

Both are designed to stand up to Carolina weather, from salty breezes along the coast to afternoon thunderstorms inland, while adding beauty and function to your home.

Outdoor Living Designs That Fit Your Lifestyle

A pergola or patio cover isn’t just a structure; it’s an upgrade to your lifestyle. Picture family dinners under a covered roof in Mount Pleasant, game nights with friends in a screened-in pergola in Goose Creek, or quiet mornings with coffee in a Four Seasons room in Charleston County.

Contract Exteriors offers a range of options to make those visions a reality:

• Louvered Systems with roof panels that open and close at the touch of a button, giving you flexibility from sunshine to shelter.

• Santa Fe Patio Covers, available with insulated or non-insulated roofing, are perfect for adding ceiling fans or lighting, ensuring your space feels comfortable day and night.

• Ultra Lattice Pergolas that capture the charm of natural wood without the upkeep, offering filtered shade and timeless style.

Each option is available in multiple colors, sizes, and decorative end-cut styles, allowing your design to feel like a natural extension of your home.

Built for Carolina Conditions

Our pergolas and patio covers are crafted from modern materials that resist fading, warping, and rot. That means less time maintaining and more time enjoying. They’re also customizable to pair beautifully with decking, siding, or even screened-in and windowed enclosures for year-round comfort.

Adding Value Beyond Shade

Outdoor living projects consistently add curb appeal and usable square footage. A custom pergola or patio cover not only makes your space more enjoyable now, but it also creates long-term value, where turnkey outdoor spaces are in high demand.

Your Local Outdoor Living Experts

At Contract Exteriors, we believe that outdoor living is about more than just building structures; it’s about creating spaces where families connect and memories last. We serve homeowners across the coast with high-quality products and expertly installed solutions. From decking and siding to pergolas and patio covers, we build for comfort in every season.

Ready to bring your backyard to life? Schedule a free consultation today and let Contract Exteriors help create your personal outdoor retreat.