When designing your home’s exterior, you have to consider both form and function. You want to maximize the amount of usable space, keep maintenance to a minimum, control energy costs, and make your house look attractive. Installing an awning above your front door can help you accomplish all those goals.
Spend More Time Outside
If you have a front porch, an awning can expand your usable outdoor space. You can choose a fixed awning or one that can be retracted. Either way, you’ll be able to protect your porch from harsh sunlight and rain so you can sit outside and enjoy some fresh air without having to worry about the weather.
Cut down on maintenance
For homeowners, keeping the outside of the house clean and in good condition is a never-ending chore. Your front door and the area around it might get covered with dirt, leaves, and other debris. Long-term exposure to direct sunlight can cause the paint on your door to fade or peel, which means the door will need to be repainted from time to time. An awning is a simple and effective way to protect your front door and the surrounding area so you can spend less time on cleaning and maintenance.
Reduce Your Energy Costs
Utility bills are a major expense for homeowners. If you pay a lot for air conditioning in the summer months, it might be because sunlight streams in through the windows and the glass in the front door and heats up your house’s interior. A patio awning can provide shade, keep the inside of your home cooler, and save you money on your electricity bills.
Improve Your Home’s Appearance
An awning can also upgrade your property’s curb appeal. You can choose from a wide range of fabrics, colors, and patterns to find an awning that suits your home’s architecture and reflects your own personal sense of style.
Get a Quote for a Fixed or Retractable Door Awning
The team at Aladdin can install a new awning over the front door at your Connecticut home. With an awning, you’ll be able to spend more time relaxing outside, worry less about cleaning and maintenance, keep your utility bills manageable, and have a home that you’re proud to call your own.
We can install a fixed awning that you won’t have to adjust to deal with changing weather conditions. If you would prefer to have more flexibility, we can install a retractable awning so you’ll be able to enjoy sitting in the sun when it’s not too bright and cover your porch when it gets too hot or when it starts to rain.
A member of our team can discuss your goals, answer any questions you might have about the types of awnings we offer, and give you an estimate. Contact us today to learn more.
