Can you join two louvered pergolas?

Sometimes one pergola doesn’t cover everything you want, such as a dining table, a lounge area, and a path between them. A common question is whether two louvered pergolas can be joined into one bigger roof.

If you’re thinking about two Louvano pergolas on one patio, email [email protected] with your site and installation questions before you order. This article covers how to think about a larger space, what each pergola includes, and what to plan for in the space between two pergolas.

Will one pergola cover the space?

Start there. Louvano pergolas are built to order in two sizes, 10×13 and 10×20. A 10×20 covers a longer area, which can work for a dining table and a lounge set in one run.

Measure the space you want to cover, including furniture and walking paths, and compare it with both sizes. Our size guide walks through the choice.

What does each Louvano pergola include?

Each pergola is a complete structure with its own:

• Posts and beams
• Double-wall aluminum louvers that rotate from 0 to 120 degrees
• Motor, hidden in the frame
• Remote control operation
• Drainage path: rain runs from the louvers into the beam channels and down through the posts

If you plan two pergolas, you’re planning two structures, each with these parts. Ask [email protected] how to plan for the water that drains out near the post bases for your size and layout, for each pergola.

Can two pergolas be connected into one roof?

Ask [email protected] before you order. Please don’t bolt, drill, or attach the frames to each other on your own. Drilling can affect the finish and the water path.

What happens in the space between two pergolas?

If two pergolas stand next to each other, the space between them is open to the sky. Rain falls straight through that gap, and the sun shines through it.

Some ways to plan for that:

• Use the gap as a walkway. It’s a natural path between the dining and lounge areas.
• Keep furniture out of the gap so it stays dry under the roofs.
• Leave enough room to walk between the posts and to reach both pergolas for cleaning.
• Think about where the water goes on the ground between them.

Shade sails, fabric, or other covers hung between two structures are general market products. If you’re considering anything between or on the sides of the pergolas, ask [email protected] first, before you order.

What layouts work with two pergolas?

A few common ideas:

• Side by side, covering two zones such as dining and lounging, with a path between them.
• Separate zones, such as one pergola by the pool and one by the outdoor kitchen.
• An L-shaped patio, with one pergola on each leg.

For layouts near the house, see our freestanding vs wall-mounted guide and ask [email protected] about your layout.

How do you plan the foundation and power for two pergolas?

Each pergola needs a suitable base and a power connection.

• For foundation details, confirm against the product drawings and local codes. Read louvered pergola foundation.
• Use a licensed electrician to plan power to both pergolas, and follow local codes. See motorized pergola electrical requirements.
• Plan conduit for both before the patio is finished. See how to hide wires on a louvered pergola.

Do two pergolas need two permits?

Rules vary. Your building department may look at two structures differently from one. Check with your local building department and your HOA before you order. Our pergola permit guide covers the basics. We cannot promise any approval.

How do you control two pergolas?

Each pergola is operated by remote control, with its motor hidden in its own frame. If you have questions about controlling two pergolas, ask [email protected] before you order.

What should you send us about a two-pergola layout?

When you email [email protected], include:

• A sketch of the patio with the areas you want to cover
• Measurements of the space, including paths and furniture
• Photos of the site
• The sizes you’re considering
• Where the nearest power is

FAQ

Can two Louvano pergolas be joined into one roof?
Ask [email protected] before you order, and please don’t attach the frames to each other on your own.

Is one 10×20 enough instead of two pergolas?
It depends on your space. A 10×20 covers a longer area. Compare both sizes in our size guide.

What happens to rain between two pergolas?
The space between them is open to the sky, so rain falls through. Plan it as a walkway and keep furniture under the roofs.

Where does each pergola drain?
Rain runs from the louvers into the beam channels and down through the posts. Ask [email protected] how to plan for the water that drains out near the post bases for your size and layout.

More answers are on our FAQ page.