Pergola Kit Installation on Concrete: What to Check Before Drilling
A practical pre-installation guide to checking concrete condition, slab fall, hidden services, edges and proposed post positions before a pergola kit is drilled and fixed.
Covered Patio Furniture Layout: How Much Space Do You Need Around a Table?
This guide shows how to work backwards from 4-, 6- and 8-seat furniture layouts to a practical covered patio size, covering pulled-out chairs, main walkways, BBQ working space, post positions and model comparison across P120, P180 and P180 Pro.
Patio Cover Lighting Plan: Where to Place Light Without Creating Glare
A practical guide to patio cover lighting placement, glare control, layered lighting and pre-installation planning for outdoor evening use.
Louvre Roof System for Outdoor Entertaining: Planning Dining, Lounge and Walkways
A practical guide to planning a louvre roof system around dining, lounge, BBQ and walkway zones, with guidance on larger P180 Pro layouts and customisation.
Patio Roof Planning for Homes With Existing Gutters and Downpipes
A practical guide to coordinating a new patio roof with existing gutters, downpipes, eaves and ground drainage before choosing a pergola layout.
Louvered Roof System for Pool Areas: Shade, Ventilation and Splash-Zone Planning
Plan a poolside louvered roof around wet zones, drainage, service access, shade and real furniture use. Learn what to measure, photograph and compare before choosing the right pergola configuration.
Pergola Kit Delivery Checklist: Access, Storage and Site Preparation Before Arrival
Prepare the site before a pergola kit arrives, from delivery access and unloading to safe storage, surface checks, labour planning and the final 48-hour checklist.
Covered Patio Ideas for Homes With Limited Backyard Space
A practical guide to sizing and positioning a covered patio in compact backyards without crowding paths, furniture, plants or indoor light.
Can a Pergola Kit Work for a Covered Patio? Size, Posts and Drainage Checklist
A practical checklist for planning a covered patio with an Everpergo pergola, covering patio size, post positions, drainage, door clearance, window clearance and when to request custom size support.