Serving the Phoenix metro
Louvered pergola installation in Phoenix
Typical installed range: $12,000–$34,000 for a 12×12 system, depending on the brand; $32,000–$55,000 for a 14×20 with fans, lights and heaters
Installation is done by a licensed Arizona contractor.
An aluminum pergola with roof blades that rotate: open for breeze and light, closed for shade or rain.
- Arizona ROC-licensed installation
- Written quote before any work
- Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Gilbert and Chandler
What is a louvered pergola?
A louvered pergola is an aluminum shade structure whose roof is a row of blades (louvers) that rotate from open to closed, by hand crank or motor. It is also sold as an adjustable pergola, a bioclimatic pergola, a louvered roof or an operable (opening) roof, and called a louvered patio cover when it attaches to the house. Closed, the blades shed rain into gutters built into the frame; open, they let light and breeze through.
What louvered pergola installation includes
- Powder-coated aluminum frame, posts and beams
- Rotating roof louvers, by hand crank or motor
- Gutters built into the frame that drain rain down the posts
- Footings or anchors for the posts
Permits, electrical work and add-ons are usually quoted separately; see the terms below. Scope varies by installer, so check the written quote.
Louvered pergolas vs. patio covers
| Compare | Louvered pergolas | Aluminum patio cover |
|---|---|---|
| Roof | Blades rotate to open or close | Fixed solid, lattice or insulated panels |
| Rain | Closes and drains through the posts | Solid and insulated panels keep rain out; lattice doesn’t |
| Light and air | Adjustable through the day | Set once, by the panel you choose |
| Cost | Higher | Lower |
When to choose a louvered pergola
- You want to control sun and breeze through the day instead of living with fixed shade
- You want a patio or pool deck you can still use when a monsoon storm rolls in
- You plan to add lights, fans or heaters and want the wiring built into the frame
Licensed Arizona installation
Installation is done by a licensed Arizona contractor.
Before you sign with any contractor, search the company name or license number on the Arizona Registrar of Contractors website. The listing shows the license class, status and any complaints.
Get a written louvered pergola quote
Leave your name and number. A licensed installer calls you back, visits to measure, and quotes the job in writing before any work starts.
Louvered pergolas terms, defined
| Term | What it means here |
|---|---|
| Typical installed range | $12,000–$34,000 for a 12×12 system, depending on the brand; $32,000–$55,000 for a 14×20 with fans, lights and heaters |
| Included in a typical installation |
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| Quoted separately |
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| Not offered | DIY kits, shade sails and commercial projects |
Price ranges are published figures from Phoenix-area installers and national cost guides, checked September 2026. See the sources.
Louvered pergolas: questions homeowners ask
How much does a louvered pergola cost in Phoenix?
Typical installed range: $12,000–$34,000 for a 12×12 system, depending on the brand; $32,000–$55,000 for a 14×20 with fans, lights and heaters. The installer confirms the price in writing after measuring your space.
Does a louvered pergola keep out rain?
With the blades closed, most systems shed rain into gutters built into the frame, which drain down the posts. Ask for the system’s drainage capacity and wind rating in writing with the quote.
Manual or motorized louvers: which should I choose?
Manual louvers turn with a hand crank and cost less. Motorized louvers run from a remote or phone app, and many can add rain and wind sensors that move the blades automatically. Motors need an electrical circuit, which is quoted separately.
Do I need a permit for a louvered pergola?
It depends on your city, the size of the structure, whether it attaches to the house, and whether it includes electrical work. The installer confirms the rules for your address and handles the submittal if one is needed. Each city page on this site summarizes its local rules.
Who installs a louvered pergola?
Installation is done by a licensed Arizona contractor. You can check the license on the Arizona Registrar of Contractors website.
More answers in the pergola and patio cover FAQ, or see how a request works.