Louvres and leaks: will your opening roof be waterproof?

So you’re thinking about revamping your outdoor space and you’ve heard about the magic of pergolas with louvred roof systems. But what happens when the weather turns? Will your pergola roof be waterproof, or will you be channelling BJ Thomas with raindrops fallin’ on your head?

Never fear: a well-designed and professionally installed louvred roof will give you substantial protection from rain. Leaving aside those 100-year rainfall events, our roofs won’t leak under normal conditions.

Here’s why …

The louvres form a nearly solid roof when closed

When it starts to rain, you can close the louvres with the touch of a button on your remote control or smart phone app. We can also install sensors that detect raindrops and automatically close the roof for you, so you don’t have to worry if you’re not home.

The closed louvres form a roof that is very nearly solid, so the space underneath remains dry and cosy.

The only task for you is to remove any sticks or twigs that get caught in the open louvres.

High-quality seals on the louvres prevent leaks

Our roofs also have seals between the louvres. These plug any gaps and stop water seeping through when the louvres are shut.

Like all our materials, the seals are highly durable and require minimal maintenance.

Our pergolas have built-in drainage

Just as your home has a drainage system to direct rainwater away from the property, our louvred pergolas have integrated gutters and downpipes.

We’ll help you choose the best materials and colours for these components to make sure the new structure handles rain effectively and blends seamlessly with your home.

Then all you need to do is make sure leaf litter doesn’t build up in the gutters.

Contact us today to find out more about our louvred pergola roofs.