Pergola Builders in World Golf Village, FL

Q: Do I need a permit to build a pergola in World Golf Village?

Yes — World Golf Village is in unincorporated St. Johns County, so a building permit is required for a permanent pergola and runs through St. Johns County Building Services. Attached pergolas (and most freestanding builds) need a permit, and attached units typically require sealed engineering. We pull the permit and manage inspections for you. Confirm jurisdiction by your exact street address.

Q: Who issues the pergola permit for King & Bear or Slammer & Squire?

The St. Johns County Permit Center issues it — King & Bear and Slammer & Squire are unincorporated, so the county handles permitting, not a city. Applications go through the county's WATSWebX online system at 4040 Lewis Speedway, St. Augustine. Your HOA design review is separate and handled by you; we provide the stamped drawings your review board needs.

Q: What wind speed does a pergola have to handle in World Golf Village?

World Golf Village is inland St. Johns County, so wind loads sit a notch below the oceanfront — roughly ~130–140 mph ultimate (Vult) under ASCE 7-22, versus ~140–150 near the Atlantic. We pull the exact per-lot figure from ascehazardtool.org by address and engineer your pergola's posts, footings & connections to meet it. Every build is sized to current Florida code.

Q: What flood zone is my World Golf Village lot in, and does it change the footings?

Much of World Golf Village sits on higher inland ground in FEMA Zone X (minimal hazard), but lots edging the community lakes or nearby creeks can be Zone AE with a published Base Flood Elevation. AE siting can call for deeper or specially anchored footings. We confirm your zone and BFE per address on the FEMA map and St. Johns County GIS before setting the foundation.

Q: Does World Golf Village design review have to approve my pergola?

Yes — communities like King & Bear, Slammer & Squire and Murabella run architectural / design review, and you submit your pergola to them yourself. We don't handle or file that approval, but we give you the engineer-stamped drawing set and material specs your review board asks for. We recommend getting design-review approval before we pull the county permit.

Q: What pergola material is best for a World Golf Village backyard?

All three work inland here. Powder-coated aluminum is maintenance-free for 30+ years and great for lakefront and pool areas, in open-top or solid-roof styles. Western red cedar (from ~$8,900) gives a warm, natural look on newer fairway homes; pressure-treated pine (from ~$4,500) is the budget pick. We'll match the material to your lot, your look, and your King & Bear or Slammer & Squire guidelines.

Q: How much does a pergola cost in World Golf Village?

Most World Golf Village projects land between $5,000 and $20,000+ installed. Pressure-treated pine starts around $4,500, western red cedar around $8,900, and powder-coated aluminum around $12,500; a solid-roof aluminum cover sits at the higher end. Your free in-home estimate gives a firm number for your lot, size and material — the detailed design plan is included once you move forward.

Q: Do you build pergolas in World Golf Village and nearby Fruit Cove?

Yes — we build throughout St. Johns County, including World Golf Village, Fruit Cove / Julington Creek, Nocatee, Ponte Vedra Beach and St. Augustine. Our own crew installs in 1–3 days once permits are approved, with most projects running about 3–6 weeks start to finish. Book a free in-home estimate and we'll confirm permit authority, wind & flood specifics for your address.

Custom pergola installation across World Golf Village & St. Johns County

Custom pergolas, pavilions & gazebos in pressure-treated pine, western red cedar, or powder-coated aluminum for World Golf Village homes around King & Bear, Slammer & Squire and the lakes off International Golf Parkway — we pull the permits and engineer to Florida code.

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WORLD GOLF VILLAGE · ST. JOHNS COUNTY

Pergolas built for the golf-village life

World Golf Village sits inland off I-95 & International Golf Parkway, built around the World Golf Hall of Fame with newer homes lining the fairways and lakes of King & Bear, Slammer & Squire, and Murabella. A pergola turns a lanai or lakeside patio into shaded outdoor living that suits these golf-course lots. Because most of the area is unincorporated, your building permit runs through St. Johns County Building Services. This is inland St. Johns — wind loads sit a notch below the oceanfront, much of the higher ground is FEMA Zone X, and lake- or creek-edge lots can be Zone AE. We engineer every build to Florida code and confirm wind, flood & setbacks per address.

Representative build

Cedar pergola · World Golf Village backyard

County permit pulled for you — World Golf Village addresses are unincorporated, so we file through St. Johns County Building Services and handle inspections.

Engineer-stamped Florida drawings sized to inland St. Johns wind loads, with the sealed set you submit to your King & Bear or Slammer & Squire design review.

Pine, cedar & powder-coated aluminum — open-top or solid-roof — matched to lakefront and fairway lots.

Custom pergola installation

Custom pergolas, gazebos & pavilions

Pergolas

Custom Pergolas

Aluminum, wood & cedar pergolas engineered for shade, comfort, and elegance — built for Florida sun and storms.

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Shelters

Gazebos, Pavilions & Cabanas

Fully sheltered outdoor rooms that protect from the elements and add a striking centerpiece to your yard.

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Groundwork

Decks & Patios

Custom decks and paver patios in premium materials — durable spaces perfect for relaxing or entertaining.

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Start your World Golf Village pergola with a free on-site estimate

Working with our pergola company, you get measurements, material options, and a detailed design plan of your build — everything custom-built to your yard, not a big-box pergola kit — then a free, itemized estimate with no pressure.

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Roofed, open & attached pergolas

Pergola styles — attached, roofed & open

Attached or freestanding, open-slatted or full-roof, flat or gable — we engineer the configuration that fits your yard, your shade, and your style.

Attached

Ledgered to your house on one side — a seamless extension off a back wall or patio.

Freestanding

Four posts, standing on its own anywhere in the yard — pool, garden, or dock.

Open-top

Classic slatted rafters for airy, dappled shade and a breeze that moves through.

Solid roof

A closed roof for full sun-and-rain cover — pavilion-style outdoor living.

Gable

A peaked, pitched roof for a taller ceiling and a more architectural look.

Aluminum & cedar pergolas

Aluminum, wood & cedar pergolas

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01 · Pressure-Treated

Southern Yellow Pine

Natural tan wood — the affordable, built-strong workhorse for St. Johns County yards.

15–20

Years

2–3 yr

Reseal

Cost

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02 · Premium Wood

Western Red Cedar

Warm reddish grain — naturally rot- and insect-resistant for wooded & waterfront lots.

15–25

Years

2–4 yr

Seal

Cost

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03 · Powder-Coated

Aluminum

Maintenance-free metal — won’t rot, rust, or fade. The favorite for low-maintenance & waterfront lots.

30+

Years

Rinse

Upkeep

$$$

Value

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Backyard pergola ideas

Patio, poolside & backyard pergolas

A pergola does more than shade a patio. Here’s where St. Johns County homeowners put them to work.

Poolside shade

Cool, dappled cover over the pool deck that still lets the breeze through.

Outdoor kitchen

A defined roofline over the grill, bar, or a full built-in cook space.

Lakeside & fairway shade off International Golf Pkwy

From a lanai extension in Murabella to a freestanding pavilion overlooking a King & Bear lake, a pergola gives a World Golf Village backyard real shade for golf-course evenings and Florida summers. Powder-coated aluminum solid roofs handle afternoon sun and pop-up storms; cedar and pine bring a warm, natural look to newer homes near the Hall of Fame.

King & Bear · Slammer & Squire · Murabella

Patio dining

An outdoor dining room your family actually uses three seasons a year.

Front entry

An entry pergola or portico that lifts curb appeal and frames the door.

Spa & hot tub

A cozy, private cover that turns a hot tub into a year-round retreat.

Also: commercial & restaurant patios across St. Johns County

Hurricane-rated pergolas

Pergola permits & Florida code, handled for you

World Golf Village is in unincorporated St. Johns County, so your building permit goes through St. Johns County Building Services / Permit Center (4040 Lewis Speedway, St. Augustine) via the WATSWebX online system — we pull it and manage inspections for you.

By address

A permit is required

Most permanent pergolas need a permit — through St. Johns County Building Services for unincorporated addresses, or the City of St. Augustine for in-city historic lots. We confirm the authority by your address and file it for you.

Wind zone

Coastal wind load

St. Johns is a coastal county, so design wind runs higher near the Atlantic (oceanfront Ponte Vedra & St. Augustine Beach highest) under ASCE 7-22 — confirmed per lot — with much of the area in a wind-borne-debris region. Every build gets impact-minded connectors & enhanced anchoring.

Attached builds

Sealed engineering

A pergola attached to your home ties into the structure — so it gets engineer-stamped drawings to pass County or City plan review.

Flood zones

VE/AE & setbacks

Coastal VE/AE flood zones — oceanfront, marsh, and the Tolomato, Matanzas & St. Johns rivers — add footing elevation & scour detailing, and setbacks are checked — all confirmed per address before we break ground.

The good part

We handle the heavy lifting.

Permits pulled
Stamped engineering
County plan review
Final inspection

Serving St. Johns County · World Golf Village · Fruit Cove · St. Augustine

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Pergola installation process

Your pergola installation, step by step

No surprises, no scope creep. Here’s exactly what happens between your first call and the night you light it up in World Golf Village.

On-site estimate

A free in-home visit, about 60 minutes. We measure, photograph, and walk material + budget options with you.

Week 1

Detailed design plan

A detailed design plan of your build — plus a free, itemized estimate.

Week 1–2

Permits & engineering

We pull the St. Johns County permit through the online portal and provide engineer-stamped drawings to Florida code.

Week 2–5

Build & enjoy

Most installs take 1–3 days. We finish, pass final inspection, and hand you back the yard.

Week 5–6

Pergola builder reviews

Pergola reviews from World Golf Village & St. Johns County homeowners

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Ray Olson

3 months ago

★★★★★

“The wife loves the new pergola we put in for her birthday. The team did a wonderful job – great service and price.”

2 days ago

★★★★★

“Their customer service was outstanding, and the quality of work exceeded our expectations!”

Nina Hollins

4 days ago

★★★★★

“Big shout out! The team was attentive to every detail – exactly what my husband and I envisioned. And it wasn’t costly whatsoever!”

Jessica Davis

9 months ago

★★★★★

“Estimate, installation, and cleanup all done by Jacksonville Pergola Builders. I’d use them again – 100% recommend.”

Sophie Phillips

a year ago

★★★★★

“They built a gazebo next to my garden so I could read outside in the shade – and came out the very next week. Such a good addition!”

Samantha Marshall

4 days ago

★★★★★

“Our gazebo came out better than I imagined. So much character, and the perfect shaded space. My family loves it and so do I!”

Recent reviews from our Google Business Profile · 5.0★ across 13 reviews.

Pergola cost & FAQs

Pergola cost, permits & common questions

Do I need a permit to build a pergola in World Golf Village?

Yes — World Golf Village is in unincorporated St. Johns County, so a building permit is required for a permanent pergola and runs through St. Johns County Building Services. Attached pergolas (and most freestanding builds) need a permit, and attached units typically require sealed engineering. We pull the permit and manage inspections for you. Confirm jurisdiction by your exact street address.

Who issues the pergola permit for King & Bear or Slammer & Squire?

The St. Johns County Permit Center issues it — King & Bear and Slammer & Squire are unincorporated, so the county handles permitting, not a city. Applications go through the county’s WATSWebX online system at 4040 Lewis Speedway, St. Augustine. Your HOA design review is separate and handled by you; we provide the stamped drawings your review board needs.

What wind speed does a pergola have to handle in World Golf Village?

World Golf Village is inland St. Johns County, so wind loads sit a notch below the oceanfront — roughly ~130–140 mph ultimate (Vult) under ASCE 7-22, versus ~140–150 near the Atlantic. We pull the exact per-lot figure from ascehazardtool.org by address and engineer your pergola’s posts, footings & connections to meet it. Every build is sized to current Florida code.

What flood zone is my World Golf Village lot in, and does it change the footings?

Much of World Golf Village sits on higher inland ground in FEMA Zone X (minimal hazard), but lots edging the community lakes or nearby creeks can be Zone AE with a published Base Flood Elevation. AE siting can call for deeper or specially anchored footings. We confirm your zone and BFE per address on the FEMA map and St. Johns County GIS before setting the foundation.

Does World Golf Village design review have to approve my pergola?

Yes — communities like King & Bear, Slammer & Squire and Murabella run architectural / design review, and you submit your pergola to them yourself. We don’t handle or file that approval, but we give you the engineer-stamped drawing set and material specs your review board asks for. We recommend getting design-review approval before we pull the county permit.

What pergola material is best for a World Golf Village backyard?

All three work inland here. Powder-coated aluminum is maintenance-free for 30+ years and great for lakefront and pool areas, in open-top or solid-roof styles. Western red cedar (from ~$8,900) gives a warm, natural look on newer fairway homes; pressure-treated pine (from ~$4,500) is the budget pick. We’ll match the material to your lot, your look, and your King & Bear or Slammer & Squire guidelines.

How much does a pergola cost in World Golf Village?

Most World Golf Village projects land between $5,000 and $20,000+ installed. Pressure-treated pine starts around $4,500, western red cedar around $8,900, and powder-coated aluminum around $12,500; a solid-roof aluminum cover sits at the higher end. Your free in-home estimate gives a firm number for your lot, size and material — the detailed design plan is included once you move forward.

Do you build pergolas in World Golf Village and nearby Fruit Cove?

Yes — we build throughout St. Johns County, including World Golf Village, Fruit Cove / Julington Creek, Nocatee, Ponte Vedra Beach and St. Augustine. Our own crew installs in 1–3 days once permits are approved, with most projects running about 3–6 weeks start to finish. Book a free in-home estimate and we’ll confirm permit authority, wind & flood specifics for your address.

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