Rain is one of the most overlooked elements in outdoor design—and one of the most destructive. Without smart water management, even a light summer storm can erode soil, drown your garden beds, and leave your once-lush lawn patchy and damaged.
That’s where a pergola from Knutsen Outdoor with a built-in gutter system from Outdoor Elements comes in.
Our smart pergolas can be designed with discreet, built-in gutters that direct rainwater away from your landscaping and home. Instead of water pouring off the roofline and creating muddy trenches or washing out mulch, it’s channeled strategically—just like your home’s roof gutters.
Here’s why that matters:
- Prevents water damage to plants, lawn, and soil
- Protects expensive hardscaping from erosion and staining
- Reduces the risk of pooling water near your foundation
Too often, homeowners install beautiful pergolas only to find that rainwater ruins the surrounding area. It’s an avoidable problem—if it’s planned for in the design process.
Working with the professionals at Knutsen Outdoor who think holistically about water flow, drainage, and long-term maintenance is the key. Pergolas are more than just aesthetic—they’re structural features that should support the health of your entire outdoor space.
Don’t let rain become the enemy of your yard. Choose a pergola system with smart, integrated watershed planning built right in.