With 33 years experience building Pergolas and Carports. Master Decks is built on reliability.
Building and designing high quality pergolas since 1989
Since
1989
Clients
Mr and Mrs. Homeowner
Building Contractors
Developers
Quantity Surveyors
Landscapers
Architects
Projects
8000+ (and counting)
Values
Reliability
Integrity
Guaranteed workmanship
Elevate Your Outdoor Living with Expertly Crafted Pergolas in Cape Town
A well-constructed and functional pergola isn’t just an enhancement to your property; it’s an investment in your lifestyle. At Master Decks, we understand the importance of thoughtfully crafted structures that not only enhance your outdoor living and entertainment areas but can also serve as an additional revenue source for commercial or retail spaces. We’ve witnessed instances where poorly designed or inadequately built pergolas turned into liabilities for buyers. That’s why, at Master Pergolas, our structures strictly adhere to the rigorous NBSA regulations.
Our dedicated team at Master Decks is here to address your inquiries and schedule a meeting to discuss essential considerations for planning your pergola.
Scroll through the gallery below to see examples of projects we have completed in the past.
Key Considerations when designing and building a pergola:
- Design: A functional and well-thought-out design is essential to maximize the potential of your pergola. Key design considerations include: Position of the sun (summer vs winter), How much light or shade your want, Water proofing or not, and much much more. Plans can be provided by your architects, landscapers, or homeowners. Our Master Decks sales team also offers this service free of charge.
- Structure: The underside of the pergola can be constructed with hardwood or Tanalized® SA Pine, balancing considerations of cost, visibility, and aesthetics. Support posts range from simple turned Tanapoles to double timber, brick and plaster, or ornate precast pillars.
- Material: Choose from a wide range of natural timbers available in Cape Town to achieve the desired color, feel, and atmosphere. Master Decks offers materials from exotics to sustainable options, including Garapa, Balau, Chamfuta, Cumaru, Ekki, Ipe, Iroko, Jarrah, Macaranduba, Purple Heart, Zambian Teak, Zimbabwe Teak, and more. We can guide you on selecting suitable materials for pergolas, considering their performance under South African UV conditions. Options include composite materials from trusted manufacturers such as Enviro Deck, Moso Bamboo, Eva Last, and Trex.
- Fixing: The method of fixing decking planks varies, from visible screws to plugged screws to different hidden fixing systems. For hard timbers like Garapa or Balau, we recommend using two stainless steel screws per joist for each plank. Hidden or secret fixings may not be suitable for all timber types due to natural expansion and contraction. Composite decking, however, is well-suited for secret fixing.
- Finish: All natural timbers will silver/grey over time and do not require any maintenance. Clients can however consider various sealing or staining options to maintain the natural wood colours or even elevate them to a new level. (note: This means annual maintenance will be required to maintain the look)
Contact us now to connect with one of our knowledgeable sales designers who will expertly guide you through the process of bringing your dream Pergola to life.
What sets us apart is our remarkable team of experienced staff members, each boasting a wealth of firsthand knowledge. At Master Decks, we place a premium on service, integrity, and reliability, earning us the esteemed reputation of being leaders in outdoor timber construction. Architects, builders, and developers routinely seek our advice, while contractors and architects trust us for our meticulous planning, timely execution, and commitment to getting it right the first time. Attention to detail is our forte, ensuring that every project exceeds expectations.
Master Decks caters to a diverse clientele, from homeowners to building contractors and major developers. Our installations grace hotels, restaurants, national parks, apartment blocks, and countless homes throughout the Western Cape region, enhancing both aesthetics and functionality. To stay ahead in our industry, we consistently refresh our ideas, designs, and embrace new technology and materials.
Rest assured, safety is our topmost priority. We’ve implemented comprehensive safety training and procedures, maintaining compliance and registrations with esteemed organizations such as BIBC, FEM, SARS, UIF, SEESA Labour Law, POPI Act, and Consumer Protection. With these measures in place, Master Decks guarantees the highest level of service.
Ready to embark on the journey of creating a pergola that perfectly complements your property, lifestyle, and budget in the Cape Town area? Look no further—contact us now to connect with one of our seasoned sales designers at Master Decks.
Other Services
Master Decks are the outdoor timber specialists and also design and supply Decks, Screens and Fences, Staircases and Balustrades, Wall cladding and Utility cladding, Boardwalks and Jetty’s and more.
Established in 1989, building primarily carports, pergolas and patio roofs. The founder, with a structural design background built their first deck in 1992 and the subsequent demand forced the birth of Master Decks. The company grew in strength and size to become the recognized specialist in its field as it is known today.
Our long standing staff compliment bearing a massive amount of first-hand experience and the high value we put on service, integrity and reliability makes Master Decks the recognized specialist in wooden Pergolas and Carports and all other outdoor timber construction. Architects, builders and developers seek our advice on a regular basis and we are well known by numerous Building Contractors and Architects as the company who plan properly, get in and get out in the time promised and to get it right the first time. Special attention to detail is a huge strength.
Master Decks’ caters for Mr and Mrs. Homeowner to Building Contractors to Mr. big Developer. Our installations proudly grace the lifestyles of hotels, restaurants national parks, apartment blocks and countless homes across the Western Cape region. Stagnation is curbed by a continued effort to renew ideas and designs and to keep on top of new technology and materials.
With all safety training and procedures in place as well as compliances and registrations with BIBC, FEM, SARS, UIF, SEESA Labour Law, POPI act and Consumer Protection up to date, Master Decks is ready to assist.