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Pergola Installation in Irvine, CA

Pergola installation in Irvine for village homes, HOA communities and compact backyards. Ocean Pacific Patios builds modern aluminum pergolas from our Costa Mesa base, about 5 miles away.

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Your Irvine project at a glance

Irvine homes

Part of our Orange County service area.

Pergola options

  • Aluminum pergola
  • Louvered roof pergola
  • Wood-look pergola
  • Freestanding pergola
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Pergolas planned around Irvine HOA rules

Pergolas planned around Irvine HOA rules

Most Irvine neighborhoods sit inside a homeowners association, and many associations review backyard structures before anything goes up. As your pergola installers in Irvine, we plan the size, height, color and post layout with you, so you have clear details to include with your HOA application.

Approval is the association’s decision, so check your community guidelines on color and height early. The City of Irvine also reviews plans for patio structures, and we talk through its plan review with you before a build date is set.

Pergolas for small backyards in Irvine

Pergolas for small backyards in Irvine

Newer Irvine homes in areas like Portola Springs and the Great Park neighborhoods often have compact yards with block walls close on every side. Pergolas for small backyards in Irvine work best when the design uses every inch:

  • Attached to the house: a wall-mounted pergola uses the house for one side of support, so fewer posts stand in the yard.
  • Slim aluminum posts: they take up less room than thick wood posts and leave space for chairs and planters.
  • Louvered (slatted) roof: closer slats give more shade over a small seating area than an open beam grid.
  • Privacy screen: one slatted side panel can block the view from a neighbor’s second story.
Aluminum pergola options for Irvine homes

Aluminum pergola options for Irvine homes

An aluminum pergola keeps its shape and finish without the sanding, staining and termite worries that come with wood. Our pergolas are modern aluminum frames in black or white, and many include louvered roofs or privacy screens.

Our materials are wood grain embossed aluminum from Duralum Products and extruded aluminum from 4K Aluminum, sometimes combined in one structure. In older villages such as Woodbridge and Northwood, a wood grain finish can blend with existing trim, while a black frame suits the clean lines of many newer Irvine homes. Browse the full range on our pergolas page.

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Irvine sun and where to place your pergola

Irvine sun and where to place your pergola

Irvine sits a few miles inland, so summer afternoons run warmer than near the coast and the marine layer burns off sooner. A west-facing patio takes the strongest late sun, and that is where tighter slats or a side screen make the biggest difference.

For a pool, spa or fire pit away from the house, a freestanding backyard pergola on its own posts defines the space without touching the roof line.

Pergola or patio cover?

Pergola or patio cover?

A patio pergola gives filtered shade and an open, architectural look. If you want full rain cover over a dining table, a solid roof is the better fit, and our page on patio covers in Irvine explains those options. Some homeowners use both: a solid cover by the house and an outdoor patio pergola farther out in the Irvine backyard.

How your Irvine pergola project works

How your Irvine pergola project works

  1. Call (949) 525-1267 or contact Ocean Pacific Patios with a few photos of your yard.
  2. We visit, measure and sketch the layout, roof style and color with you.
  3. You submit to your HOA if needed, and we cover the city’s plan review questions with you.
  4. We build the pergola, then walk through it together once it is finished.

Reviews

What homeowners say

See what homeowners say about working with us on our Google Business Profile.

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  • Roxana Strohmeier2 months ago★★★★★

    I recently had a new solid insulated patio cover installed. My experience with Ocean Pacific Patios was amazing from start to finish. Charlie the Design Consultant was friendly and knowledgeable! Most importantly he was not pushy at all! He answered all my questions without hesitation. The Construction Manager, John, was wonderful too! He had great suggestions and expertise knowledge! Mario and his crew did an excellent job in the demolition of my old cover and installed the new one with precise skills! I have already recommended this company to three people. I have zero complaints!

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  • Jon Ifould8 months ago★★★★★

    We did a large front/backyard remodel and pool. John and his team did the Pergolas. Of the three separate contractors we used I would only recommend John. He and his team were professional and the quality was first rate. I really wish I had discovered John before I signed the contract with the main hardscape contractor. John's experience and excellent problem solving skills really saved the project. I highly recommend Ocean Pacific Patios.

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  • Jay Saffarzadeh8 months ago★★★★★

    I had a great experience with this company. My sales rep was John. He was extremely good and professional. He knew exactly what I needed. His crew were great. They built a cover patio so beautiful and we are grateful to them. I highly recommend this company.

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  • Jia Hui Deng8 months ago★★★★★

    Charlie and John were super helpful with our new house patio. They were very detailed yet fast pace. Great price on the market! And super thankful that we have them working for the new house!

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  • Betty Lynn Senes9 months ago★★★★★

    John and Charlie took on our complicated home patio pavers and drainage project this past fall 2025. It was small, so I was worried it would not be a priority for anyone - but they were prompt, fair, and no-nonsense. Their crews were expedient, knowledgeable and exceeded our expectations. They were patient while we selected just the right paver color, and made suggestions such as some small accent lights that have made a huge difference! Charlie is extremely knowledgeable and helped us to achieve a beautiful result that drains properly. They even helped locate and connect a drain line that was buried under some pavers we had placed years ago, leaving the area looking beautiful! I would highly recommend Ocean Pacific Patios, without reservation. They are the best.

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  • Elnaz Sadaghiana year ago★★★★★

    John is one the best business man who is always available, on time and very knowledgeable, he helped me about lots of different things for my project that I had no clue how to design it, his team are very helpful, kind and friendly, 1 am super happy and truly thankful for the outstanding work and results. I really recommend Ocean Pacific Patios, especially working with John is very fun also appreciated. Thank you

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  • John Bozajiana year ago★★★★★

    If you’re looking for a beautiful, high quality patio cover at a fair price, this is the company to use. Construction manager John Haynes handled all our design needs in a very professional manner. Tony and the install crew really know their stuff too.
    You couldn’t go wrong using Ocean Pacific Patios.

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  • Dave Ramos2 years ago★★★★★

    After several bids and proposals with patio cover companies, we decided to go with Ocean Pacific to replace our old dilapidated patio cover. Charlie was informative and fair in presenting his numbers. John, the construction manager, in addition to his expertise in confirming the design details, was very helpful in referring a wood repair man (who did a great job). Demo day went smoothly. The crew was quick and efficient. Installation of the patio cover was spectacular - Hugo and his helper completed the job in one day! They were professional and answered my questions. They cleaned up the back yard after their completion. We are very happy with the patio cover. It turned out beautiful! Thank you, Ocean Pacific.

    Dave & Rose Ramos - Walnut, CA

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  • Dan Gehrig2 years ago★★★★★

    It was great working with Ocean Pacific Patios. I updated my pool deck and was extremely pleased with the quality of work that was produced. Looking forward to them for more projects in the future.

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  • Don Spengler2 years ago★★★★★

    My wife and I selected Ocean Pacific Patios after receiving several different bids. From the beginning, Charlie came to our home and listened to what we wanted. During this process, Charlie suggested a different option that we had not thought of. He presented us a bid for our option and the new option he offered. We finally decided to go with Charlie’s option. Charlie and John came out for the final design meeting, at which time John made a production drawing of our new patio cover, which really helped tell us we made the right design decision. During the installation John’s crew was very professional and they left the work site clean, when finished. We are very happy with the new patio cover and glad Charlie suggested this option. I would highly recommend Ocean Pacific Patios. Thanks Charlie and John.

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  • Jenn Zerling2 years ago★★★★★

    By far the EASIEST process it was by working with Charlie Twitch who sealed the deal and outbid 6 other contractors and John Haynes whose expertise made this sunroom exactly to vision. This company is truly the sunroom experts of Orange County. Please trust me when I tell you, my yard was a complete disaster before this and not only did they demo the existing leaking cover which came with the house, but they helped me design the rest of the yard alongside others and were amazing coordinating and masterminding the final outcome. They are honest and treated me like family the entire time. Look no further. I already did the research for you!

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  • Chris Kelley2 years ago★★★★★

    We decided to work with John and his team at Ocean Pacific Patio after our due diligence in gathering a number of quotes and design ideas. We do not have a standard patio layout and so it was very important to have the right people who could understand our vision. After meeting with John and going over the details, it was clear to us that he could take us to the finish line with our outdoor patio cover. The build took two days and our space was kept very clean. The craftsmanship and attention to detail is first class. I would definitely recommend Ocean Pacific Patios to anyone who is looking to build their dream patio. Thank you 🙏🏽

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

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Can I get a custom size pergola made?

Yes. We measure your patio and build the pergola to fit it, so the posts land where they make sense for your walls, doors and furniture. That matters in Irvine, where many backyards are narrow and a standard kit size rarely lines up with the space.

Can I put a pergola in my backyard in Irvine?

In most cases, yes. Start with your HOA guidelines, since many Irvine associations review color, height and placement. Setbacks from property lines and the city's plan review also apply, and we go over both with you while we plan the design.

Do pergolas work in small Irvine backyards?

They do. An attached pergola needs fewer posts, slim aluminum posts save floor space, and a louvered (slatted) roof concentrates shade over a small seating area. A single privacy screen can also block the view from a neighbor's upstairs window.

What is the best wood to use for building a pergola?

Redwood and cedar are the usual picks because they resist rot better than most woods, but both still need sealing and regular care. We build wood-look aluminum instead, using Duralum wood grain material, so you get the look without the sanding, staining or termite risk.

Can a pergola go over my existing concrete patio?

Often it can. The posts may anchor to the slab if it is thick and solid enough, or they may need their own footings. We check the slab when we measure and tell you which approach your Irvine patio needs before anything is ordered.

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Plan your Irvine pergola

Ocean Pacific Patios, owned by John Haynes, works from 566 Sturgeon Dr in Costa Mesa, the city next door to Irvine. Call (949) 525-1267 or Request a Quote to start your pergola plan.

  1. Step 1Call or send photos
  2. Step 2Measure and design
  3. Step 3Build and walkthrough
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