Adding awnings to a home is becoming increasingly popular. Awnings now come in many shapes and sizes, and fit into many price points. Maybe you want to add an instant porch to the back of your home or just want to cover the south-facing front windows. Either way, awnings can be pretty and affordable. They can also help you save money with their adjustability.
Most awnings these days are made with the style of your home in mind. They really can enhance the beauty of your home, whether you put them on the front, sides, or back. Check out different colors and styles of awnings to see which ones best fit the mood and overall look of your home.
When you look at awnings, you definitely want the kind that are adjustable. If may be worth the extra money to have awnings that are adjustable automatically rather than manually. It’s just easier to move the awnings around when you can adjust them at the touch of a button.
Awnings can also help reduce your heating and cooling bills if you use them correctly. Installed in south or west facing windows, awnings can screen the heat of the sun from your home in the summer. This makes your home stay cooler so that your air conditioner doesn’t have to work so hard. In the winter, you can adjust the shades so that they let in the sunshine to help warm your home. Unlike permanent shades that you can’t move, adjustable awnings allow you to change depending on your home’s needs.
Find local listings of businesses and services near you. Get driving directions, reviews and ratings, phone numbers, addresses and more on Local.com.
