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Pergolas and Shade Structures

A pergola, gazebo, or pavilion adds architectural structure, overhead definition, and a sense of permanence to an outdoor living space. Decks by Kiefer, a trusted outdoor living contractor in New Jersey, builds the full range of shade structures, from open-beam pergolas and louvered systems to fully roofed gazebos and pavilions, designed to complement your home and integrate naturally with your deck or patio. Every structure is sized, positioned, and detailed for your specific property.

  • Intex louvered pergola systems
  • Motorized slat control for shade and rain
  • Custom open-beam pergola designs
  • Freestanding and deck-connected gazebos
  • Custom pavilion rooflines and trim
  • Integrated lighting and fan options
  • Premium wood and composite material options

Covered Porches, Covered Patios, and Screened Porches

A covered or screened structure extends your outdoor living season by providing overhead protection. As an experienced outdoor living space contractor in New Jersey, Decks by Kiefer builds covered porches and patios that tie into your home’s roofline so the addition looks original, and screened enclosures that function as a permanent architectural feature rather than a seasonal add-on. Shade FX retractable screen systems are available for homeowners who want the flexibility to open or close the space on demand.

  • Attached and freestanding covered structures
  • Tied into the existing home roofline, where applicable
  • Fixed and Shade FX retractable screen systems
  • Covered patio structures over existing surfaces
  • Integrated lighting and ceiling fan options
  • Designed as permanent architectural additions
  • Permitting and HOA coordination included

Patios, Fire Features, and Outdoor Kitchens

A paver patio, fire feature, or outdoor kitchen completes an outdoor living environment. Our expertise in outdoor living space design in New Jersey ensures these elements are integrated seamlessly, and we design and build these elements as integrated components of the overall outdoor space.

  • Custom paver layouts and patterns
  • Covered patio structures available
  • Custom fire pits and outdoor fireplaces
  • Gas and wood-burning fire configurations
  • Built-in seating around fire features
  • Full outdoor kitchen builds
  • Built-in grills, refrigerators, and prep areas

Quality Outdoor Living Structures Built to Your Vision

Decks by Kiefer, a leading outdoor living company in New Jersey, has designed and built outdoor living structures across the state for nearly four decades, earning multiple NADRA awards and national recognition for projects that go well beyond a standard deck build.

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SINCE 1986

See What Your Outdoor Living Space Can Become

Our portfolio includes outdoor living structures built across New Jersey in every configuration, from a louvered pergola over an existing deck to a screened porch that lets you enjoy the outdoors from inside.
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Decks by Kiefer serves homeowners across Hunterdon, Monmouth, Ocean, Somerset, and Morris Counties, including these communities:

Why Decks by Kiefer Is the Right Choice

Every detail of your custom deck and outdoor living space project is handled with the same level of care, from the first design conversation to the final walkthrough.

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SINCE 1986

Award-Winning Experience

Award-winning custom deck builders since 1986.

Expert Craftsmanship

Master craftsman Bob Kiefer leads every build.

Custom by Design

Custom decks built for your style and vision.

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Outdoor Living Structures FAQs

What is the difference between a louvered pergola and a standard pergola?
A standard pergola features fixed open-beam rafters that provide partial shade and architectural definition without any control over sunlight or rain. A louvered pergola replaces those fixed rafters with adjustable slats that can be opened for full sun, angled for partial shade, or closed completely to shed rain, all typically controlled by a motorized system.
Yes, we manage the full permitting process for every outdoor living structure project and will provide documentation for HOA approvals when required. Permitting requirements vary by municipality, and we handle them for you.
Can you combine a patio, a fire feature, and an outdoor kitchen into a single cohesive design?
Yes. In fact, those elements work best when they are planned together from the start. A unified design helps the space feel balanced, improves traffic flow, and makes sure each feature supports how you want to cook, gather, relax, and entertain.
Comfort often comes from the details. Lighting, ceiling fans, screens, overhead coverage, built-in seating, fire features, and well-placed cooking or gathering zones can all make the space more useful throughout the day and more inviting after dark.