EDG Patio & Shade • Chicago, Illinois
Rooftop Louvered Pergola — Chicago, IL
Create a weather-flexible rooftop retreat with a motorized louvered pergola engineered for Chicago wind, rain, and shoulder seasons. Designed for homeowners and builders—clean integration, drainage, and code-aware detailing.
Rooftop-ready details
Integrated gutters & drainage
Smart controls
Screens • Heaters • Lighting
Integrated gutters & drainage
Smart controls
Screens • Heaters • Lighting
“Improving the great outdoors, one rooftop at a time.”
Why on a Rooftop?
- ✓Micro-climate control: Louvers block rain, tame wind, and modulate sun & glare.
- ✓All-season flexibility: Use more days of the year; add heaters/screens for shoulder seasons.
- ✓Clean aesthetics: Low-profile cassettes, hidden fasteners, architectural finishes.
- ✓Property value & experience: Private outdoor room for entertaining with skyline views.
Rooftop-Specific Detailing
- ✓Integrated gutters & downspouts with planned discharge paths.
- ✓Mounting options: ballasted frames, parapet/curb mounts, or engineered posts—final method per structural review.
- ✓Roof-membrane friendly interfaces (coordination with GC/roofer to protect warranties).
- ✓Crane/logistics planning for modules, pavers, and steel.
For Homeowners
Design-first, hassle-free
- ✓Concept design, finish selection, and lighting/heat options.
- ✓HOA/association support (photos, finish samples, submittal package).
- ✓Coordination with your GC/roofer to protect roof warranties.
For Builders & GCs
Spec-ready & jobsite friendly
- ✓Submittals, shop drawings, and coordination with a licensed structural engineer as required.
- ✓Anchorage strategy (ballast / parapet / posts) aligned with loading and building constraints.
- ✓Crane plan, rigging notes, module sizing, and staging guidance.
System Options & Add-Ons
Louvered roof
Adjustable aluminum louvers with integrated gutters and hidden drive.
Perimeter screens
Wind-smart zip screens for bugs, wind, privacy, and glare control.
Lighting & heat
Dimmable LEDs, strip/accent lighting, and radiant heaters.
Controls
Remote, app, scenes/schedules; voice via compatible hubs.
Finish & size
Architectural colors, multi-module bays for larger rooftops.
Our Rooftop Process (Chicago)
- Feasibility call & photos — site context, rough sizes, roof type, goals.
- Budgetary concept — module layout, options, and logistics notes.
- Submittals & engineering — shop drawings and structural review as required.
- Permitting/HOA — coordination with your team or property manager.
- Fabrication & install — crane day plan, protection of roof surfaces, final commissioning.
Note: Anchorage and structural criteria are finalized by a licensed engineer; final means/methods coordinated with your GC/roofer and building management.
Investment Considerations
Modules & span
Single vs multi-bay, height, and clearances.
Anchorage
Ballast, parapet, or posts; steel as needed per engineering.
Logistics
Crane, rigging, street permits, building access windows.
Options
Screens, heaters, lighting, controls, finish upgrades.
Rooftop Pergola — Chicago FAQ
Do rooftops require special mounting?
Yes. We coordinate a ballasted frame, parapet/curb attachment, or engineered posts based on loading, roof type, and building requirements—final design per structural review.
Will it void my roof warranty?
We work with your GC/roofer and property manager so that interfaces respect warranty rules, and we plan protection for roof surfaces during install.
What about Chicago permits or HOA approvals?
Requirements vary by building and jurisdiction. We’ll prepare submittal documents and coordinate with your team; final approvals are by the authority having jurisdiction and the association/management.
Can I add motorized screens and heat?
Yes—zip screens tame wind/bugs and improve privacy. Radiant heaters and dimmable lighting extend use into cooler evenings.
How loud are the motors?
Modern drive systems are quiet and smooth. We’ll demo control options and scene presets during commissioning.
Serving Chicago & Surrounding Areas
Chicago (West Loop, River North, Lincoln Park, Gold Coast)
North Shore (Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Highland Park)
Near West & West (West Loop, Oak Park, Oak Brook, Hinsdale, Naperville)
Northwest (Arlington Heights, Barrington, Palatine)
North Shore (Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Highland Park)
Near West & West (West Loop, Oak Park, Oak Brook, Hinsdale, Naperville)
Northwest (Arlington Heights, Barrington, Palatine)
Ready to plan your rooftop?
Send your address, photos, and rough sizes—we’ll return a rooftop-specific concept and budget.
