In short: An electric pergola turns a balcony, rooftop, yard or pool area that goes unused because of sun or rain into a seating area you can use most of the year: the roof opens and closes at the push of a button, and lighting and side enclosures can be added.
How Do Electric Pergolas Turn Wasted Spaces into Valuable Living Areas?
Many homeowners and businesses have outdoor areas that are underused because of direct sun exposure or changing weather. With the arrival of electric pergolas, however, these spaces can be turned into lively areas that add real value to the property.
The problem: space that exists but goes unused
Whether you have a deck, garden, terrace or pool area, the climate often limits how long you can use it.
The solution: smart shading
Electric pergolas give full control over the surrounding climate through a retractable roof system that regulates light, air and shade according to the user’s needs.
More living space
When an outdoor space becomes comfortable and usable every day, it effectively becomes an extra room for sitting, dining, hosting guests or working remotely.
An investment opportunity for restaurants and cafés
For commercial venues, electric pergolas increase seating capacity and make outdoor areas usable all year, directly boosting revenue and improving the customer experience.
Protecting your property
Pergolas protect outdoor furniture and flooring from relentless sun and rain, reducing long-term maintenance and replacement costs.
Custom designs
Pergolas can be made in different sizes and colors to suit the project and the available space, with the option to integrate lighting and side enclosure systems for a complete solution.
Summary
Unused outdoor spaces are a missed opportunity. Electric pergolas turn them into comfortable, functional environments, increase property value and improve everyday use.
Which spaces can become living areas?
- An apartment balcony or rooftop terrace – a shaded seating area that stays usable even at midday.
- Backyard – a permanent dining or entertaining corner outside the house.
- Pool area – shade in the hot hours without giving up the sun when you want it.
- House entrance – protection from rain and sun at the entrance.
- Restaurants and cafés – extra outdoor seating most of the year.
How can the space be used in winter too?
With the roof closed, the pergola itself is waterproof; slight leaks can only occur at the seam between the pergola and the wall it is mounted on, which is why we take care to seal the wall connection. To close the sides as well, add Winter closure – guillotine windows, sliding windows or ZIP screens – and LED lighting for the evening.
How do I start?
- On-site measurement
- Visualization
- Customizing the model and color
- Installation
- After-installation service
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is an electric pergola an extra room?
No. An electric pergola is a shading system, not a fixed roof – but it makes the outdoor area usable most of the year for sitting, meals and entertaining.
Is a building permit required?
Whether a building permit is needed depends on size and location, under the pergola exemption rules and local authority guidelines – we recommend checking before installation.
Can the pergola be used in winter?
Yes. With the roof closed the pergola itself is waterproof, and with side enclosures – guillotine windows, sliding windows or ZIP screens – you can sit outside even on rainy days.
Which areas do you install in?
Smart Pergola has operated from Arraba in the Galilee since 2019, has completed over 1,000 projects and installs from the north to the center and Jerusalem.