10 patio and pergola styles, side by side
Ordered by what Australians build most. Each style page explains how it is made, how it handles heat and rain, what it costs in every state and what to compare it with.
Insulated Roof PatioFoam core panels: cooler, quieter, with a finished ceiling for lights and fans.WA: $15,000 to $17,500
Flat Roof Colorbond PatioThe classic low-pitch Colorbond patio. Clean, practical and good value.WA: $11,500 to $13,500
Gable Roof PatioA pitched roof with a triangle front: more height, light and air.WA: $16,000 to $18,500
Skillion PatioOne clean slope for a modern line and easy rain run-off.WA: $12,000 to $14,500
Adjustable Louvre PergolaAluminium blades you open for sun or close for shade and rain.WA: $28,000 to $33,000
Open Timber PergolaOpen beams and rafters with dappled shade and a natural look.WA: $9,500 to $11,000
Polycarbonate Roof PatioA clear or tinted roof that keeps the rain off and lets light in.WA: $10,500 to $12,500
Curved Roof PatioA soft curved Colorbond roof that suits classic and coastal homes.WA: $14,500 to $17,000
Fixed Aluminium Slat PergolaFixed aluminium slats, often timber-look, for filtered shade.WA: $13,000 to $15,500
Pyramid Roof PavilionA freestanding four-sided roof for the garden or the pool.WA: $20,000 to $23,500
Compare them
Flat vs gable vs skillion patio: which roof is right for your home?Flat vs gable patio vs skillion roof compared for Australian homes: look, headroom, heat, light, council height limits and 2026 indicative prices by state.
Insulated vs non-insulated patio: is the upgrade worth it?Insulated vs non insulated patio roofs compared: heat, noise, ceiling finish, lights and fans, and 2026 indicative prices by state, to help you decide.
Polycarbonate vs Colorbond patio roof: light, heat and cost comparedPolycarbonate vs Colorbond patio roof compared for Australian homes: light, heat, hail, upkeep and 2026 indicative prices, plus when a clear roof makes sense.