Generally speaking, twice the cost of the raw materials... like others have
said, get at least 3 bids, talk to their previous customers, and look at
their work on other jobs.. just about every decent carpenter/contractor has
a 'brag book' of previous projects.

Dave

"Lil" wrote in message
om...
How much should it cost for installing an attached pergola or shade
structure for a patio?

I am totally clueless as to how much is a fair price. If it matters,
I live in the S.F. Bay Area.