FANCO Horizon Louvered Pergola

• AeroCore™ 175 Series Frame — 6063-T5 aluminum with 135×135 mm posts and 180×150 mm beams. Engineered for 130 mph wind and 35 PSF snow load.
• SilentLock™ Louver System — 175×40 mm blades rotate 0° to 90° on sealed bearings. No rattle in wind, no grinding when you adjust.
• Perimeter LED Lighting, Standard — Warm 3000K strips run the full inner roof perimeter. Not an upsell. Not an upgrade fee. Included.
• HydroPath™ Concealed Drainage — Rainwater channels through integrated beam grooves and exits through downspouts hidden inside the posts. No visible gutters, no puddles at the base.
• TriShield™ Powder Coating — Three-stage pretreatment, primer, and topcoat. Rated for coastal salt air and UV without chalking or fading.
• Four Architectural Finishes — Jet Black (RAL 9005), Dark Brown (RAL 8017), Anthracite Grey (RAL 7016), Traffic White (RAL 9016).
• Freestanding or Wall-Mounted — Same price either way. Choose the layout that fits your yard.
• Complete Hardware Kit — Every bolt, bracket, anchor, and tool required. Illustrated instructions included.
• 5-Year Structural Warranty — Frame, finish, and louver mechanism. 2-year electrical warranty on LED and motor.
• Free DDP Shipping — Duties, taxes, and customs clearance already paid. The price you see is the price you pay.

You have three other options. Here is an honest look at each.

Versus budget kits ($1,500 – $4,000)

The honest trade-off: budget kits cost less up front. If your pergola only needs to survive a few mild summers, they work. If you want it standing in year ten, they do not.

Versus mid-market brands ($6,000 – $15,000)

The honest trade-off: you are not buying a worse pergola at mid-market prices. You are buying the same class of product plus a distribution chain. If a local showroom and a regional rep add value for you, that markup is fair. If they do not, it is just cost.

Versus custom and luxury builds ($20,000 – $90,000)

The honest trade-off: if you live on an exposed coastline, need certified hurricane rating for permitting, or have a non-rectangular space, buy the custom build. It is the right answer. For a standard rectangular backyard in a normal wind zone, you would be paying four to twenty times more for capability you will never call on.

One thing to check on every quote

Ask any brand — including us — for the actual test report behind their wind rating, and the alloy grade and wall thickness of the posts and beams. A number in a marketing headline is not a rating. A PDF from an accredited lab is. If a seller cannot produce one, that tells you what you need to know.

Structural specification

Option 1 — Do it yourself

Most customers install Horizon over a weekend with two or three people. Every bolt, bracket, anchor, and tool is in the crate, along with illustrated step-by-step instructions.

• Time: 4–8 hours depending on size
• People: 2–3
• You supply: a power drill and a level surface
• Cost: $0

Option 2 — Hire a local contractor

Any competent handyman or deck contractor can install a FANCO pergola. Send them the instruction manual before they quote.

• Typical cost: $500–$1,500 depending on region and size
• Time: half a day to a full day

Foundation requirements

Horizon anchors to any solid level surface:

• Concrete slab (4 inch minimum)
• Paver patio over a compacted base
• Reinforced deck with joists rated for the load
• Poured footings for soft ground — consult a local contractor

Permits

Requirements vary by city and county. Most jurisdictions treat a freestanding pergola under 200 sq ft as exempt, but wall-mounted installations often require a permit. Check with your local building department before you install. We provide structural documentation on request for permit applications.

30 to 40 business days from order confirmation. Free to the contiguous 48 states.

Here is why that number is what it is, and why we are not going to pretend otherwise.

Same-week delivery requires a US warehouse holding inventory, a distributor moving it, and a dealer network selling it. Every one of those layers has rent, payroll, and margin — and all of it ends up in the price you pay. A pergola that ships in five days from a regional warehouse is not faster because it is better engineered. It is faster because you already paid for the warehouse.

We ship direct from the factory that builds your pergola. That is 30–40 business days of ocean freight and customs clearance, and it is the reason a 175 Series louvered pergola costs $4,299 here instead of $9,000 through a showroom.

What DDP means for you

• All duties and import taxes are pre-paid by us. No customs invoice arrives after delivery.
• Customs clearance is handled on our side. You never file paperwork.
• The price at checkout is the total price. Nothing else is owed.

Delivery process

1. Order confirmed — production scheduled within 3 business days
2. Tracking number sent when the container departs
3. Freight carrier calls to schedule a delivery window
4. Curbside delivery on a pallet — signature required
5. You move it to the install site (2–3 people recommended)

Alaska, Hawaii, US territories, and international destinations: contact support@fancooutdoor.com for a shipping quote.

5-Year Structural Warranty

Covers the aluminum frame, the powder-coated finish, and the louver rotation mechanism against manufacturing defects. LED lighting and the optional motorized system carry a 2-year electrical warranty.

Covered: frame cracking or deformation under rated load, finish delamination or blistering, louver mechanism failure, LED driver failure within 2 years.

Not covered: damage from installation that deviates from the manual, weather events exceeding the rated wind or snow load, cosmetic wear from normal use, modifications made after installation.

Warranty applies to the original purchaser and is non-transferable. No registration required — your order number is your warranty record.

100-Day Money-Back Guarantee

If the pergola is not right for you, return it within 100 days of delivery for a full refund. The unit must be unassembled and in original packaging. Return freight is paid by the customer unless the item arrived damaged or defective.

Damaged in transit? Photograph it before you unpack further, email us within 7 days, and we replace the affected parts at no cost.

Does the roof really keep rain out when closed?

Yes. The louvers rotate to a fully sealed overlapping position that forms a watertight ceiling. Water runs across the closed blades into the beam drainage channel, then down through concealed downspouts inside the posts. The space underneath stays dry, and the ground around the base stays clear.

Which FANCO series should I choose?

Horizon (175 Series, 130 mph) covers most American homes and is our best seller. Choose Breeze (150 Series, 90 mph) for mild climates and smaller yards. Choose Summit (200 Series, 150 mph) if you are in a high-wind or heavy-snow region. Choose Apex (220 Series, 165 mph) for commercial installations or exposed coastal sites.

Can I add the motorized roof later?

It is far easier to add it at the time of order — we pre-install the motor at the factory. Retrofitting after installation is possible but requires partial disassembly of the louver drive shaft. Add the Motorized Roof Upgrade to your order and it arrives ready to go.

How many curtains do I need?

One per side you want enclosed. A 10×10 ft pergola takes four 10 ft curtains. A 13×10 ft takes two 13 ft plus two 10 ft. A 20×10 ft takes two 20 ft plus two 10 ft. A 20×13 ft takes two 20 ft plus two 13 ft. Most customers start with one or two sides for wind and privacy, then add more later.

Will the finish fade or chalk?

TriShield™ is a three-stage architectural powder coating rated for UV and coastal salt exposure. It is the same class of finish used on commercial window frames. Expect the color to hold for the life of the structure under normal conditions.

What if a part is missing or damaged?

Email support@fancooutdoor.com with your order number and photos. We ship replacement parts at no charge for anything missing from the crate or damaged in transit. Response within 1 business day.

Do you offer payment plans?

We are currently onboarding installment payment options. Contact us if you would like to be notified when financing goes live.