Upland Wood Construction

Yes. The City of Upland requires building permits for patio covers, decks over 30 inches above grade, pergolas attached to the home, and structural additions. BPP Construction handles the entire permit process through Upland’s Building Division, from plan preparation and submittal through final inspection. Our 35 years of experience working with local building departments keeps the process smooth and hassle-free for homeowners.

Absolutely. Upland features a wonderful mix of architecture, from craftsman bungalows and Spanish Revival homes near downtown to mid-century ranches along Mountain Avenue and modern custom builds in North Upland. We custom-design every patio cover, deck, and pergola to match your home’s specific architectural vocabulary, roof pitch, fascia profile, post style, and finish color. The result looks like it was part of the original construction.

Upland benefits from a slightly cooler microclimate than the lower valley cities due to its elevation and proximity to Mount Baldy. We use pressure-treated Douglas fir for structural framing and recommend redwood or western red cedar for exposed surfaces. These species handle Upland’s temperature range, hot summer days, cool mountain evenings, and occasional winter frost, without warping, splitting, or excessive movement. A UV-protective sealant extends the lifespan further.

Patio cover pricing in Upland depends on dimensions, design complexity, attachment type, and material selection. North Upland estates may require larger structures with more detailing than compact city lots downtown. We provide free on-site quotes with transparent line-item pricing. There are no hidden fees and no pressure. Call (909) 227-4193 to schedule your quote.

BPP Construction has been building across the Inland Empire since 1990. In Upland, we appreciate the city’s commitment to gracious living and architectural quality, and we build to that standard. Owner Ben is present on every project, ensuring the same hands-on attention and quality that has defined our reputation for 35 years. We are direct, fair, and focused on doing the job right the first time.

It will if the wood is the wrong species or was never properly sealed, and it will not if the structure is built for the climate from the start. Upland’s cooler nights and occasional frost put exposed lumber through more expansion and contraction than the lower valley cities see. We address that two ways: we use redwood or western red cedar on the rafters, posts, and railings that take the weather, since those species move less and resist splitting, and we apply a UV-protective penetrating sealer to every exposed surface, then keep up a simple re-coat schedule. Sealing the end grain is the step a rushed crew skips, and it is exactly where frost-driven moisture gets in. Done right, a covered patio or deck in Upland lasts decades.