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Why Pergolas Are the #1 Outdoor Upgrade in 2026

How a custom pergola transforms your backyard from unused space into a year-round living room.

March 22, 2026 · Outdoor

How a custom pergola transforms your backyard from unused space into a year-round living room.

Every Bay Area home is different, and so is every project. Our team has spent the last three decades building, remodeling, and refining homes across Contra Costa County, and the lessons we share on this blog come straight from the job site — not a stock template.

What goes into a project like this

A great remodel is part design, part planning, and part execution. We start with a free on-site consultation, build a clear and itemized scope, pull every required permit, and assign one project manager who stays with you from demolition to final walkthrough.

Why homeowners choose UCI

We're family-owned, third-generation, and fully in-house. That means no surprise subs, no surprise costs, and no surprise schedules — just craftsmanship you can trust, backed by 30+ years of work in your neighborhood.

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