Yardistry
The premium cedar-structure specialist: post-and-beam wood pergolas that feel more expensive than they are
- Founded
- 2007
- Country
- Canada
- Warranty
- 5-year limited warranty on the flagship 12’x12’ kit; larger footprints should be confirmed per SKU.
- Support
- Strong retail-backed return paths via Costco and Home Depot make parts and returns straightforward. Because these are solid-cedar structures, ongoing "support" also means buyer-side maintenance (re-staining and sealing) that is not covered by the warranty.
Overview
Yardistry built its name on a premium cedar frame paired with an aluminum roof panel and has become a go-to wood-structure brand at Costco and Home Depot. It is now part of a larger US ownership group (Backyard Playnation, LLC) but retains its own product identity and cedar-sourcing standards, using 100% FSC-certified cedar across its post-and-beam pergola and gazebo kits.
Is it worth it?
Yardistry is worth it for buyers who want a genuine cedar aesthetic with real curb appeal and are willing to maintain it. Its FSC-certified cedar kits are praised for a fit and finish that punches above the price, and assembly is more approachable than metal louvered pergolas. The honest cost is upkeep (periodic staining and sealing that aluminum and steel structures do not need) plus fixed lattice coverage that offers little rain protection without add-ons.
