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.
