An awning can provide shade that can make the inside of your house cooler so you can rely on your air conditioner less in the summer. An awning can also be used to cover a patio so you can enjoy meals outside without having to sit in harsh sunlight or worry about the possibility of rain. Here are some important things to know when shopping for an awning.
Think about How the Awning Will Be Used
If you plan to purchase a fixed awning that will hang over a window throughout the year, select a fabric in a color or pattern that will complement the rest of the house. Depending on where you live, your options may be limited by local ordinances or homeowners association rules.
Fabric choice is also important with a retractable awning. In addition, you need to think about how far you want the awning to extend. It should be large enough to cover the entire seating area and should slope at an angle that will provide protection from the sun and let rain runoff. An awning should also be high enough that people won’t bump into it when they stand up.
Consider Your Home’s Architecture
The style of your house may influence your decision when it comes to buying an awning. For a traditional home, you may want to go with a solid and neutral color. If you have a house with a more modern design, you may decide to experiment with a bolder color or a pattern.
Get a Quote for a Fixed or Retractable Awning
If you’re frustrated by high summer energy costs and want to save money, or if you’re looking for a way to cover your patio so you can enjoy it regardless of the weather, Aladdin can help. For more than 70 years, we’ve been helping customers across Connecticut upgrade their homes to make them more functional and attractive.
We can install a fixed awning to cover a window and dramatically reduce the amount of sunlight that passes through. That can be a simple and effective way to control the interior temperature and keep your summer utility bills in check.
If you want to have protection from the sun and rain so you can relax on your patio, we can install a retractable awning. You will be able to extend it when necessary and retract it when you’re finished using it or when the weather is mild and you prefer to sit under the open sky.
If you’re not sure which type of awning to choose or need help to select a fabric, we can give you some guidance. Contact Aladdin today to request an estimate for a fixed or retractable awning.