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Custom aluminum, louvered, and wood pergolas designed and built for Miami's heat, humidity, salt air, and hurricane season. MIA Remodeling is a licensed Miami pergola builder serving Miami, North Miami Beach, Miami Beach, Hollywood, Coral Gables, Boca Raton, and all of South Florida. Miami-Dade compliant. Fully permitted. Free on-site estimate.
Pergola Builders
South Florida’s backyard climate is almost perfect 10 months of the year. But without shade and rain shelter, even the nicest backyard becomes unusable by noon in July or abandoned at the first afternoon thunderstorm. A well-built pergola changes that completely.
MIA Remodeling is a licensed pergola builder serving Miami and all of South Florida. We design, permit, and install custom aluminum, louvered, and wood pergolas across Miami, North Miami Beach, Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Aventura, Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Miami Lakes, Pembroke Pines, and the wider Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach County area.
Every pergola we build is properly permitted where required and engineered to applicable Miami-Dade wind-load specifications, not just installed and hoped for the best when hurricane season arrives. We are a Florida-licensed general contractor (CGC1535875). That matters when you are building a structure that stays on your property for decades.
The areas where we most frequently build custom pergolas across South Florida.
Classic and transitional pergola styles, natural wood and warm aluminum finishes complementing Coral Gables' Mediterranean architecture.
Coastal salt-air-resistant aluminum and marine-grade hardware required for Miami Beach, Surfside, and Bal Harbour waterfront properties.
Large louvered pergola and outdoor kitchen combos, the most requested outdoor upgrade in Hollywood, Plantation, and Pembroke Pines homes.
Upscale aluminum and IPE hardwood pergola projects with integrated outdoor kitchens, our most popular scope in Palm Beach County.
Family-focused pergola buildouts with pool decks, outdoor kitchens, and artificial turf in Broward's most sought-after family neighborhoods.
Modern aluminum pergola installations in newer Miami-Dade communities, often paired with new pool deck and outdoor kitchen buildouts.
Corrosion-resistant aluminum pergolas engineered for high-rise-adjacent and waterfront homes across Aventura and Sunny Isles Beach.
Custom wood and aluminum pergolas for established single-family neighborhoods across Kendall, Pinecrest, and South Miami.
Pergola Styles
The number one requested pergola material in South Florida. Aluminum does not rot, warp, or deteriorate from humidity, salt air, or UV. Powder-coated finishes mimic wood without maintenance. Lightweight and built to wind-load specs. Best for year-round low-maintenance, pool areas, and coastal properties.
Adjustable horizontal louvers that open wide for sun and airflow, and close completely to block heavy afternoon rain. The most versatile outdoor structure for Miami's weather. Motorized or manual, with integrated drainage. Best for year-round outdoor dining and entertaining.
Natural wood pergolas bring warmth and organic character. IPE hardwood is the best natural option for South Florida, naturally resistant to rot, insects, and moisture without chemical treatment. Cedar is a more affordable option. Best for design-focused projects.
A fully covered patio with a solid roof, tile, metal, or shingles, matched to your home's roofline. Complete protection from rain and direct sun. Feels like a true extension of the home. Best for maximum shade and all-weather entertaining.
Parallel horizontal slats provide partial shade while allowing airflow and filtered light, a popular modern aesthetic in Miami contemporary homes. Best for pool areas, modern architecture, and open airflow.
An IPE hardwood or aluminum pergola over a built-in firepit seating area with travertine or concrete pavers, a sophisticated outdoor lounge for South Florida's cooler winter evenings.
Installed cost ranges based on completed MIA pergola projects across South Florida.
Best for: Pool areas, smaller patios, budget-conscious builds that still perform in Miami climate.
Best for: Primary outdoor entertaining area, pool-adjacent builds in Coral Gables, Hollywood, and Boca Raton.
Best for: Complete backyard transformation in Weston, Pembroke Pines, Fort Lauderdale, or Boca Raton.
These are planning ranges based on real completed MIA pergola projects in South Florida. Final cost depends on your site, design, material selections, and permit scope. We provide a detailed written estimate after a free on-site measure.
Built for South Florida
Freestanding structures, pergolas, patio covers, screen enclosures, must be engineered to Miami-Dade wind-load specifications. A structure that is not properly engineered is a permit violation and a safety risk during hurricane season. Every MIA structure that requires a permit is engineered correctly before the first post is set.
Miami UV radiation is among the highest in the continental US. Materials that look great in a showroom but fade, crack, or degrade in intense sun are not specified on MIA projects. We tell you what holds up here before you invest.
Properties near the Atlantic or Biscayne Bay experience accelerated corrosion on hardware, fasteners, and metal components. We specify marine-grade hardware and corrosion-resistant finishes for all outdoor structures in coastal South Florida.
Miami rainy season (May to October) delivers intense daily thunderstorms. Outdoor structures need proper drainage, water-resistant materials, and roof slope that sheds water away from the home. Every covered patio and pergola accounts for this from the first sketch.
Fasteners, anchors, and connectors rated for coastal exposure, so your pergola or enclosure does not rust and loosen after a few humid seasons.
Design, permits, structure, plumbing, and electrical under one licensed contractor, no juggling separate pergola, kitchen, and electrical crews.
How It Works
One licensed team from the first sketch to the final walkthrough, no managing separate pergola, kitchen, and electrical contractors.
We visit your backyard, assess the space and existing conditions, discuss your entertaining vision and budget, and develop a design scope around your specific property and lifestyle.
3D design of your pergola, patio cover, outdoor kitchen, and surrounding area, with material selections for every element chosen for South Florida climate performance.
Structures above a certain size and covered patios require Miami-Dade permits and wind-load engineering. We prepare all permit applications, engineering coordination, and manage plan review responses through approval.
Concrete footings poured, structural posts anchored, and framing completed to engineered specifications, inspected at each required stage before covering.
Outdoor kitchen installation with licensed plumbing, dedicated electrical circuits, LED lighting, fans, paver installation, and all finishing details on a coordinated schedule.
Complete inspection of every element, structure, kitchen appliances, electrical, plumbing, and finishes, with final punch list, professional cleanup, and written warranty.
Design Inspiration
Every pergola we build is designed around your home and how you want the space to feel. A few of the most requested directions in South Florida: Coastal White Aluminum, a white powder-coated pergola with ceiling fans and Edison-bulb string lighting over travertine pavers, popular in Miami Beach and Aventura. Modern Charcoal Louvered, charcoal or matte-black louvered aluminum with motorized panels and LED strip lighting over large-format porcelain, common in Brickell and Doral. Natural IPE Hardwood, warm hardwood with open fixed slats and linen string lights. Pool Pergola, an aluminum pergola over the pool deck with integrated fans and lighting. And the Pergola + Outdoor Kitchen, a large louvered pergola covering a full outdoor kitchen for year-round entertaining.
Why MIA
Florida CGC1535875, all structural work, permits, and electrical coordination under a licensed contractor. Not a handyman or unlicensed pergola installer.
Florida CFC1434602, outdoor kitchen plumbing (gas lines, water supply, drains) handled by our own licensed crew. Never subcontracted.
We know which outdoor structures require permits, wind-load engineering, and specific fastener specifications for South Florida hurricane-rated building standards.
Built on completed outdoor and interior projects across Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach County, the same licensed team and quality standards as every interior project.
Clear written cost breakdown before any work begins. What we quote is what you pay. No surprise additions when the structure is halfway built.
We specify materials for UV intensity, salt air, humidity, and hurricane season, not just for how they look on install day.
5.0 ★ across 280+ verified Google reviews · BBB Accredited
The pergola in the backyard was an amazing part of the project. It changed the backyard completely and gave us a beautiful area to sit and enjoy with family and friends. It looks amazing with the house. Gracias to the entire MIA Remodeling team!
Diego L.
Miami, FL
The outdoor area now feels like a completely different property. They were organized from start to finish, the materials are beautiful, and the quality of the work is outstanding. On time and on budget.
South Florida Homeowner
Hollywood, FL
Our backyard went from unusable to the best room in the house. The pergola with the outdoor kitchen is exactly what we wanted. MIA handled everything, the design, permits, plumbing, and electrical. Zero stress.
South Florida Homeowner
Boca Raton, FL
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Service areas
Two office locations. One licensed team. Wherever you are in Miami-Dade, Broward, or Palm Beach County, we have likely built nearby.
More ways we help South Florida homeowners.
Pool resurfacing, deck resurfacing, coping, tile, and full pool area transformations, paired perfectly with a new pergola or patio cover.
Impact windows, stucco, exterior painting, complete exterior renovation coordinated with your outdoor living project.
Interior and exterior renovation coordinated under one licensed team.
See the full range of outdoor living services we build across South Florida.
FAQ
It depends on the structure size and type. Freestanding pergolas and patio covers above a certain square footage require a building permit in Miami-Dade County and must be engineered to wind-load specifications. Attached structures always require permits. We determine exactly what is required for your specific property and manage all permit applications from start to finish.
Pergola installation in Miami ranges from $5,000 for a basic structure to $20,000+ for a large louvered aluminum pergola with integrated lighting and fans. Cost depends on size, material (aluminum vs wood vs louvered), electrical integration, and permit requirements. We provide a written estimate after a free on-site measurement.
Aluminum is our most recommended material for South Florida pergolas, it does not rot, warp, or corrode in Miami's humidity and salt air, requires zero maintenance, and holds up through hurricane season. Louvered aluminum adds rain and sun control. IPE hardwood is the best natural wood option if the organic aesthetic is the priority.
A louvered pergola has adjustable horizontal slats in the roof that open for sunlight and airflow, and close completely to block South Florida's heavy afternoon rain. They are the most versatile option for Miami's unpredictable daily weather, motorized or manual. Popular in Coral Gables, Boca Raton, and Miami Beach backyard renovations.
A standard aluminum or wood pergola typically takes 1 to 2 weeks from installation start to completion. A louvered system with electrical and outdoor kitchen may take 3 to 4 weeks. Permit processing time adds to the overall timeline, typically 2 to 4 weeks in Miami-Dade. We provide a written schedule before work begins.
Yes, and this is the most popular outdoor living upgrade we complete in South Florida. A covered pergola with an integrated outdoor kitchen creates a complete outdoor room usable year-round in Miami's climate. We design and build both as one coordinated project, one team, one schedule, one permit process.
Yes. A pergola adjacent to or partially over a pool area is one of the most popular outdoor upgrades in South Florida. Material selection prioritizes corrosion-resistant hardware, pool-safe finishes, and design that complements the pool coping and deck surface. We assess your specific pool configuration during the consultation.
A standard aluminum pergola has fixed open slats, providing partial shade but no rain protection. A louvered aluminum pergola has adjustable motorized or manual slats that close to form a watertight roof in the rain, and open for full sun and airflow. Louvered systems cost significantly more but offer year-round weather flexibility that makes a Miami backyard fully functional in any condition.
Get a free on-site consultation and a photorealistic 3D design of your pergola before any commitment is made.
