A free 3D pergola design consultation is a no-obligation appointment where a licensed aluminum contractor visits your property, measures the space, learns how you want to use your patio, and renders your project in 3D before any aluminum is cut. At AB Aluminum & Screens, every project across South Florida includes a custom 3D design with materials, permits and precision planning, so you see and approve the finished look first.
Most homeowners have only seen brochure photos and rough sketches before signing an outdoor project. That makes it hard to picture how a structure will actually sit on your patio, frame your pool, or shade your living space when the afternoon sun moves.
We render your pergola, screen enclosure or louvered roof in 3D so you can walk through the design before we cut a single piece of aluminum. You adjust the size, posts, color and add-ons on screen, not after installation when changes get expensive.
It also keeps the conversation honest. We quote real numbers from the 3D design, not brochure estimates, so the proposal you receive reflects the exact structure you approved for your home.
Scheduling is simple. You call our bilingual team or request a visit online, and we confirm a window that fits your week. Daytime light helps us read sun angles, drainage and existing structures, so we usually suggest a slot between morning and mid-afternoon.
Before we arrive, it helps to think about how you actually live outdoors. Are you covering a dining set, a lounge area, a hot tub or an existing pool cage? Use this quick pre-visit checklist to make the appointment faster and more focused.
The on-site portion is straightforward and usually takes under an hour. Our goal is to gather everything needed to build an accurate 3D model and a transparent proposal, without any pressure to decide on the spot.
We start by listening. You tell us how you want to use the space, what bothers you about it now, and what you picture long term. This shapes whether a pergola, patio cover, louvered roof or screen enclosure fits your goals best.
Next we measure the footprint and check the details that affect engineering: roofline, attachment points, slab condition, drainage and sun direction. In Miami-Dade and Broward, these factors drive how a structure is engineered to code.
We review your aluminum options, including powder-coated finishes and structure styles such as attached, freestanding, fixed or motorized louvered. You see how each choice looks and performs in the South Florida climate before deciding.
This is the part homeowners remember. We build a 3D rendering of your project on your actual space so you can walk through the design, rotate it, and adjust proportions until it feels right for your backyard.
From the approved 3D design, we prepare a clear proposal that reflects your exact structure, materials and add-ons. We quote real numbers from the design instead of generic brochure pricing, so there are no surprises later.
Outdoor structures in South Florida need proper permitting, and the rules vary by county. We explain what your project requires and handle it for you, so you are not chasing paperwork on your own.
Aluminum structures are engineered to the Florida Building Code and, in Miami-Dade County, to High-Velocity Hurricane Zone wind load requirements where applicable. Specific ratings depend on the structure type, size and attachment.
Because design, permits and installation stay in-house, you have one accountable team. We pull the permits, schedule inspections and install with our own crew, which keeps timelines and responsibility clear from start to finish.
Budget should not stop you from planning the right outdoor space. During the consultation, we explain financing through Synchrony Bank, with payment options and no upfront costs, so you can weigh monthly plans against paying outright instead of guessing how to fund it.
The on-site visit is usually under an hour, and your 3D rendering with an itemized proposal typically follows within a few business days, depending on complexity and the season.
From there, the pace is yours. Some homeowners in Coral Gables or Boca Raton approve quickly, while others compare options for a few weeks. There is no obligation to move forward after the consultation.
The more clearly you can describe how you want to live outdoors, the sharper your 3D design will be. A focused consultation turns a vague idea into a buildable plan you can actually picture.
If you want to explore structure options before we meet, our guide to aluminum pergola installation in South Florida is a useful starting point for styles and features.
Yes. The consultation, the site visit, the measurements and your custom 3D rendering are provided at no cost and with no obligation to proceed across Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach.
We listen to your goals, measure and assess the site, review materials and colors, render your project in 3D, and then prepare a transparent quote based on the design you approve.
No. Many homeowners arrive with only a rough idea. The walk-through and 3D rendering exist to help you shape the project, so a general goal and budget range are enough to begin.
The proposal reflects the exact structure, materials and add-ons in your approved 3D model. Because we quote from the design rather than a brochure, the numbers match what you chose for your home.
Yes. We pull the permits, schedule inspections and install with our own crew. We also explain the Florida Building Code and Miami-Dade HVHZ wind load requirements that apply to your project.
Stop guessing from brochure photos and see your outdoor space rendered before any aluminum is cut. Our free 3D design consultation is the simplest way to plan a pergola, louvered roof or screen enclosure in South Florida with one accountable team.
Schedule My Free 3D Design Consultation with our bilingual team across Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach. Call (786) 383-6066 (English) or (786) 340-5157 (Espanol) to book your visit.
Have questions first? Reach out through our contact page or learn more about our custom aluminum pergolas. When you are ready, dial (786) 383-6066 (English) or (786) 340-5157 (Espanol) and we will schedule your free 3D design consultation.
