
While you might be enjoying the fruits of a newly renovated backyard during the summer months, you also need to know it's up to handling more inclement weather.
And this doesn't just mean waterproof couches and weather-resistant pillows — it's also important for outside structures like pergolas that you can't necessarily store away during winter. Since they're such a big investment it's important to ensure that they stand sturdy in the face of storms. But how do you know how much wind a pergola can actually withstand?