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Attaching to the Wall
Popular on 2-story homes or homes on the gable-end wall, a wall hanger attaches directly to your siding; in most cases, Pergola Lattice covers may require a ledger board.
For a more detailed explanation of wall attachments, including placement, limitations, and height considerations, see our wall attachment page.
Attaching to the Home's Fascia Board
For single-story homes, a fascia attachment helps to maximize ceiling height by attaching to the highest point on your home. Attaching to the fascia is a great option if you don't have a gutter. If you have an existing gutter, you can remove it and use the patio covers 'built-in gutter and downspouts.
For a closer look at fascia attachment methods, including structural requirements behind the fascia and common limitations, see our fascia attachment page.
Under Eave Attachment
The attachment is for customers who need extra height but can't secure brackets on top of their home's roof.
The header beam is secured to the trusses under the eave with heavy-duty brackets.
Under-eave attachment involves wrapping around the gutter to connect to the home’s structure. Our under-eave attachment page explains how this works and when it is appropriate.
Rooftop Attachment
There are two types of rooftop attachment methods: either Wood Ledger or Header Beam. Installing your cover on the rooftop expands the functionality of your outdoor space.
Install a ledger board or header beam on your roof using heavy-duty brackets to increase the height.
This is particularly beneficial for single-story track homes with low roof heights, as attaching to your home's wall or fascia may feel cramped and restrictive.
Rooftop attachments cool your patio by allowing hot air to escape through the air gap between the header beam and your rooftop.
Rooftop Header Beam with Riser Brackets.
Our header beam, along with beam riser brackets, offers a seamless, easy-to-install solution for mounting roof patio covers.
Whether you attach the brackets to the top of composition roofing or beneath concrete roof tiles, our versatile roof brackets ensure a sturdy connection to the roof rafters.
With a 5-1/2" elevation above the roofing, the roof brackets increase the height of your patio cover and enhance air ventilation, effectively reducing the patio temperature by allowing heat to escape between the patio cover and your home's roof.
The heavy-duty bracket plate and riser plate are made from 3/8" thick steel and feature a 1/4" thick saddle.
Roof-mounted patio covers require careful consideration of structure, slope, and waterproofing. These factors are covered in more detail on our roof attachment page.
Wood Ledger Board
The ledger board is attached to the roof with "L" brackets. The brackets must be bent so that the new ledger board matches the home's roof pitch and remains plumb.
The Brackets are then Lag Bolted to the Roof and sealed watertight.
An optional aluminum ledger board cover is available to protect your board from the elements and help it last.
Note: The rooftop brackets, wood ledger board, and lag bolts are not included with the kit; you must purchase those items locally at Home Depot or Lowe's.
Ledger Board: 2” x 8" Douglas Fir (#2 or better)
Roof Brackets: 8" Corner Brackets, 1-1/4" wide, 3/16" thick - ASTM A36 Steel
Hardware: Qty. of 3 - #14 x 1.5" per bracket and Qty. of 3 - #14 x 3.5" screws per bracket.
A wood ledger mounted at the roofline introduces additional structural and waterproofing considerations. Our roof wood ledger attachment page explains these differences in detail.
Freestanding Attachment
The Freestanding is an excellent choice for customers who cannot attach the cover to their home or who want a secluded space in their yard.
This attachment is particularly suitable for outdoor areas, such as kitchens or hot tubs, that are separate from the main house.
It is important to note that the design of the freestanding attachment is better suited for advanced DIY homeowners or contractors, as the posts must be embedded into concrete footings.
Instead, the posts are securely set into new concrete footings to ensure optimal stability. It is worth noting that the freestanding attachment requires more labor and may incur slightly higher material costs than an attached kit.
If feasible, we recommend attaching your patio cover as a cost-saving and labor-efficient alternative.
Without a house to connect to, the freestanding cover's posts derive their strength from being embedded in concrete, which effectively resists side-to-side motion.
The size of the footings may vary depending on the specific kit, but typically starts around 24" x 24" x 24".
Will my patio cover that attaches to my house require footings?
Most patio covers that attach to the home will not require concrete footings and can be installed directly on the concrete slab using post brackets and concrete wedge anchors.
Freestanding patio covers are structurally independent of the home and rely entirely on the post-and-footing design. Our freestanding patio cover page explains these requirements in more detail.
Custom Attachments
Some alternative attachments are available; if you have a design that does not fit the standard attachments, make a simple line drawing, and we will let you know whether it can be done.
