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Outdoor Living

Pergola & Gazebo Builder in Gatineau & Aylmer

We design and build custom pergolas and gazebos in Gatineau — pressure-treated wood, western red cedar, aluminum louvered systems — engineered for Gatineau-area snow loads and wind.

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RBQ Licensed #5659-5812-01

25+ years in Gatineau

Owner on every job

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Your deck or patio is unusable at midday because there's no shade

Rain cuts every outdoor dinner short with no overhead cover

A flimsy store-bought canopy collapsed under last winter's snow load

You want a defined outdoor 'room' but your backyard feels open and exposed

Pergola builder in Gatineau — shade structures built for snow and wind

A pergola here has to handle structural loads decorative garden structures in milder climates never see. The Gatineau area gets heavy snow every year, and drifting on elevated structures concentrates loads the Quebec Construction Code specifies for this region.

We build pergolas with structural posts, beams, and connections engineered for those loads. Every post sits on a footing below the frost line so the structure doesn't heave through winter. Beam-to-post connections use properly rated structural hardware.

We've been building shade structures across Gatineau, Aylmer, and Chelsea for 25+ years. Each pergola gets designed as a permanent architectural element — not a seasonal accessory — with the structural integrity to handle decades of Quebec weather.

Custom cedar pergola with louvered roof panels over a composite deck in a Gatineau backyard

Pergola materials and roof options for Quebec's climate

Pressure-treated wood is the most accessible material for pergola construction. SPF lumber rated for ground contact handles moisture and insect damage, though it needs staining every 2–3 years to keep its look. The chunky, industrial feel of timber pergolas suits traditional and farmhouse-style homes.

Western red cedar gives you natural beauty and decay resistance without chemical treatment. Cedar beams and rafters age to a silver patina, and the wood's dimensional stability resists the warping and twisting that hits other species through moisture cycling. Cedar pergolas pair especially well with deck construction in the same material.

Aluminum louvered pergolas — systems like StruXure or Azenco — are the top tier. Motorized louvers rotate from fully open to fully closed, giving you instant control over sun, rain, and airflow. The extruded aluminum frame takes zero maintenance, carries manufacturer warranties of 10–15 years on the mechanism, and handles Quebec snow loads when the louvers are closed.

Fixed-roof options include polycarbonate panels for full weather protection with light transmission, or shade cloth for UV filtering without complete rain coverage. The choice depends on whether you need shelter from rain (pick solid) or just relief from midday sun (pick shade cloth).

Aluminum louvered pergola with motorized louvers partially open, showing the mechanism, on an Aylmer patio

Pergolas as the centrepiece of your outdoor living area

The pergola defines the ceiling of your outdoor room. Over a deck or interlock patio, it creates an enclosed-feeling space that anchors furniture, protects finishes, and tells guests where the living area begins.

An outdoor kitchen under a louvered pergola keeps the cook sheltered and the countertop dry. Close the louvers during a rain shower and reopen once it passes — no interruption to the evening. The ventilation from the open position also clears grill smoke better than a fully enclosed roof.

Landscape lighting built into the pergola beams and posts — recessed downlights, string light attachment points, or LED strip channels — transforms the space after dark. The overhead structure gives you natural mounting surfaces that cut out freestanding light poles or clamp-on fixtures.

We design pergolas as part of the larger outdoor plan, coordinating the shade structure with the deck or patio surface, adjacent features, and the home's architectural style. Building everything under one scope keeps the pergola posts aligned with the surface layout, drainage flowing correctly around footings, and the visual proportions working from every angle.

Evening view of a lit pergola with string lights over a dining set on an interlock patio in Gatineau

Our process

01

On-site consultation — assess sun, wind, attachment points, and design goals

02

Structural design with material selection, snow load calculation, and footing plan

03

Footing installation below frost line, post and beam construction, hardware connections

04

Roof system install (louvers, panels, or rafters), trim, and lighting integration

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Client Reviews

What homeowners are saying

Real homeowners. Real projects. Honest results across Gatineau and Aylmer.

Co-designing and executing the landscaping near our house with Pascal was an easygoing exercise with a great result. He offered multiple good options and always listened to our feedback. He was able to explain the strategy behind his recommendations with an aesthetic eye: how the approach would look from the road, how to tie in various structural and colour elements of the house with the landscaping. The interlock included some contrasting colours and patterns, and the front driveway circle is a rarity. Highly recommended.

Kelvin Prosyk

June 2025

Renovatech is one of the best companies that I've ever hired to complete a renovation project. Pascal is transparent and honest when it comes to discussing design choices and pricing and the team work extremely hard to deliver quality work within established timelines. Would recommend to anyone and will continue to call them for my future projects.

Madyson Charbonneau

April 2025

I just had my daughter's birthday party in our new backyard. Everyone was really impressed, which is what inspired this review! Pascal really has a vision for these spaces. The project included cutting out a slope, putting in a beautiful wood retaining wall, new grass, cedars, and a fantastic interlock patio that runs from the deck around to the garage. I now have a decorated sheltered seating area under the overhanging 2nd floor. Everything came out so nice. I strongly recommend Renovatech for any landscaping needs.

C Vass

March 2025

We cannot recommend Pascal and the Renovatech team strongly enough. The quality of work is impeccable, the worksite is always kept clean, they manage projects to be the least disruptive and deliver what they say and when they say it. When we've had any issues with the house, they are extremely responsive — even showing up late on a Sunday evening of a long weekend to help with a surprise leak in our foundation. Cannot recommend the Renovatech team strongly enough.

Dan Benoit

April 2025

Renovatech — Pascal and Team — are my go-to contractors for all things around our home. From landscaping projects, to bathrooms, and basements they do it all. Fair and honest, and 100% transparent — they'll take the time to explain the various materials, pro-cons, and stick within your budget, and always perform high-quality workmanship.

Pej Javaheri

February 2025

Pascal from Rénovatech helped us plan new steps, choose materials, and explained how it could be accomplished using his vast array of equipment. He kept us informed when our initial plan was snagged due to production delays — but the product arrived just in time to meet our strict deadline. His team started excavating Thursday morning and by the end of the next day our entrance stairway was completed. The new steps look great! We would gladly work with Rénovatech again.

Robert Way

September 2025

We had a great experience with Renovatech. They redid our front steps and we are really happy with the work. Pascal was very patient in talking us through our options and helped us pick the right stone to match the house. It was a pleasure to work with them and we wouldn't hesitate to work with them again on another project in the future. Highly recommend!

Valerie Goodhue

March 2025

Excellent work! The team are super professional and their product is next to none. Pascal truly puts his heart into the work his team does! We absolutely recommend them! We love the beautiful deck they made us. The detailed work is incredible!

Jake G

April 2023

We couldn't be happier with Renovatech's work — Pascal and crew were professional and meticulous, starting with a critical repair to our foundation and a new patio in the backyard. We highly recommend this company and their quality workmanship. Hat's off to a job well done!

Charlene Campbell

March 2025

Pascal and his team are amazing. We needed a deck built around this cabin renovation project and they delivered!! Very precise, professional, and punctual — we would highly recommend their services!

Steve Bedard

April 2025

Reliable and hard working. They understand what quality work is all about.

Martin Pham Dinh

March 2026

An honest contractor who takes pride in his work — harder and harder to find these days. Pascal and his team are rare gems. They built the deck we had always dreamed of.

Nicolas Pham-Dinh

Mars 2026

Excellent service at Renovatech Gatineau! The team was courteous and professional. We really appreciated the suggestions and advice that helped us make the right choices for our project, especially for our hardwood floors. The staff is knowledgeable, attentive, and takes the time to explain the different options. Highly recommend!

Gabrielle Aubert

Mars 2026

I want to thank Pascal and his team at Renovatech. Last year for the construction of my patio and this year for the grading work. You did a remarkable job!! A professional and dedicated team that always gives their best. Very satisfied client. Highly recommend!!

Mathieu Rioux

Avril 2025

Pascal and his team always do exceptional work, they listen to their clients' needs and can solve any problem. Attention to detail is very important to Pascal and that is what makes his projects a success. It is a pleasure to work with them.

Gabrielle Aubert-Dubois

Mars 2025

Very positive experience with this company. A skilled, professional, and efficient team. The work is done with care and the quality is excellent. You can tell they know their trade perfectly and know exactly what to do to get an impeccable result. Highly recommend!

Stephany Labelle

Mars 2026

Great work from Pascal's team. He redid my driveway, my steps, and graded my yard. He was very helpful and reliable, and proposed good solutions to achieve the desired result.

Étienne Gosselin

Avril 2024

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819.213.0597
RBQ Licensed #5659-5812-0125+ years in GatineauOwner on every job

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