In principle, it is possible to build your own pergola. Look online for good instructions that match your DIY skill level or buy a ready-made pergola kit, where all the measurements are done for you ...

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Many homeowners opt to build a pergola from a kit rather than from scratch. A pergola kit includes all the precut, notched and drilled pieces of wood, vinyl or other material, plus the required ...