Today I prepped for installing a third post along the east side of the patio. The third post will help support the expanded size of the pergola. The original pergola was designed to cover the jacuzzi. The new pergola will cover the entire patio.
I removed the plants along the fence, dug a hole, and used a concrete form to shape the footing prior to pouring in the concrete and installing the bracket that will hold the post. The pipe next to the footing is the existing wiring conduit that powers the lights and electrical outlet on the patio.
This photo shows the hole in relation to the existing post to the right of it.
The new post will line up with the two original posts along the fenceline. The next step is to visit Home Depot to buy some lumber.
