One of the most common concerns customers raise with us is the strong winds they experience at their home. In the Waikato, the weather can change quickly and some properties are far more exposed than others.

We’re so confident in the Stratco engineered louvre and pergola systems we install. Every system is custom engineered specifically for your home’s wind zone, so you can be confident it’s been designed to handle the conditions at your property.

When we’re planning your installation, one of the biggest things we consider is wind uplift. Strong winds can put a huge amount of pressure on an outdoor structure, so we don’t cut corners. Where required, we install additional strengthening braces that are securely fixed back to your home’s roof trusses. This gives the structure the support it needs and means you can have confidence it’s built to stay put.  Additionally, our engineering system will tell us how many cubes of concrete is needed for each post.

It’s one of those things you probably won’t notice once the job is finished, but it’s one of the most important parts of the installation.

A custom louvre or pergola is a significant investment, and it’s natural to compare it to cheaper options available online or at your local hardware store.

The biggest difference is that those products are designed to suit as many homes as possible. Our systems are designed to suit your home.

For us, it’s not just about creating a great-looking outdoor space. It’s about building something that’s safe, compliant, and made to last.

We know we’re not the cheapest option, and that’s okay.

At the end of the day, you’re investing in quality engineering, professional installation, and the confidence that your outdoor living space is built to handle whatever the Waikato weather throws at it.