Louvered pergolas have exploded in popularity over the last few years, and it's easy to see why. The ability to tilt the roof slats open for full sun or closed for total shade feels like a genuine upgrade over a static roof. But before you commit, it's worth asking the honest question: what are the cons of a louvered pergola? If you've been shopping around, you've probably already run into a few of them -- steep prices, motors that need maintenance, and kits that don't quite
