Awnings can be installed on virtually any home and can be customized with a variety of fabrics, colors, and styles. Awnings are popular with homeowners because they’re eco-friendly.
An Awning Can Reduce Summer Heat Gain
Sunlight can make your home’s interior unbearably hot in the summer. If you install awnings over windows in areas that get a lot of direct sunlight, you will be able to significantly reduce heat gain. That means you won’t have to rely on the air conditioner as much to keep your home cool, and you will use less electricity.
A Retractable Awning Can Help You Heat Your Home Naturally in the Winter
Many homeowners are used to paying high utility bills to keep their homes warm in the winter. If you install a retractable awning, you’ll be able to adjust it to maximize heat gain when the sun is high in the sky. Letting the sun warm your home in the winter will allow you to rely less on your furnace and use less fuel.
An Awning Can Protect the Interior of Your Home from Sun Damage
Sunlight can cause hardwood flooring, furniture, carpets, and artwork to gradually fade or change color. When that happens, they may need to be replaced. Manufacturing processes and transportation of goods use fuel and have an environmental impact. An awning can shield your home’s contents from sunlight and prevent damage. In addition to saving you money, not having to replace belongings can limit your carbon footprint.
An Awning Can Create More Usable Space
For many homeowners, there never seems to be enough space. If you install an awning outside your house, you will have a new “room” where you’ll be able to relax with family and friends. Installing an awning is a much simpler option than building an addition, and it will have a much smaller impact on the environment.
An Awning Can Keep Your Vehicle Cool
If you have a vehicle that you park outside, it can extremely hot on a summer day. You probably have to turn the air conditioner up high to cool off the interior and get it to a comfortable temperature. That uses fuel and makes your car run less efficiently. Parking your vehicle in an area that’s shaded by an awning can keep it cool so you can use less gasoline.
A High-Quality Awning Will Last
If you purchase a product that’s built with cheap materials, you’ll probably have to replace it in short order. If you buy a product constructed with quality materials, it will most likely last much longer. Since manufacturing and transportation impact the environment, buying a durable, well-constructed, and long-lasting awning is an eco-friendly choice.
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Aladdin sells retractable awnings that can be customized to suit each customer’s needs and preferences. You can choose from over 150 weatherproof fabrics. Contact us today to learn more or to get an estimate for an eco-friendly awning.