Give an annual vine something to climb and it will shoot up almost before your eyes, accepting the guidance of a support.

A pergola is the perfect solution to scorching summer days — but is this a fun DIY project, or something you should leave to the experts?

You can DIY a pergola with a pre-made kit from Amazon, but you'll want to first consider the different types, the size of the space, and local building codes—and you'll want to account for wind.

Are you considering installing a pergola but are unsure of the cost? Here is the average cost to build a pergola, by type, material, square foot and more.