Category: Awnings & Shading Systems

Retractable awnings are one of the best investments you can make for your home this summer. While most individuals purchase awnings to create their dream outdoor space, there are many other benefits of retractable awnings that most people aren’t aware of. Here are some reasons you should invest in retractable awnings this summer: 1) Retractable awnings save you money The sweltering sun can really rack up your cooling costs in the summer. While you might think that retractable awnings are an expensive initial investment, they can actually pay for themselves overtime and save you money. This is because retractable awnings...

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Awnings are a great way to add a unique look to your home while blocking the sun during the spring and summer time. It is a great way to spend your days with your family and friends under the awning with your outdoor living space. During the cold winter times, it is a great idea to get an awning installed to your home. Most people may not think of installing awning during the winter time, but there are several benefits to get it installed during the winter time. Availability The summer times will see much more traffic than the winter...

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Awnings are expensive investments that help to shield our homes away from the heat during the spring and summer months. Now that fall and winter is around the corner, it is time to plan to take these items down. If you continue to keep your awning up doing the colder months, then you could be blocking heat from your home. The sun in the fall and winter may not provide as much heat as it does in the spring and summer months but it does make a difference. When your awning blocks the sun in the fall or winter months,...

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Saving money on energy bills has always been very important to homeowners. In the summer heat, we are inclined to turn up the air conditioning. By investing in a retractable awning, you can expand your awning and prevent the sun from not only heating up your patio, but also your home itself. Awnings are an investment, but the many beneficial returns, paint a clear picture as to why so many homeowners decide to invest in them. Retractable awnings allow you to create that shady spot outdoors and then you are more inclined to lower your air conditioning indoors. Awnings will...

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Saving money on energy bills has always been very important to homeowners. In the summer heat, we are inclined to turn up the air conditioning. By investing in a retractable awning, you can expand your awning and prevent the sun from not only heating up your patio, but also your home itself. Apple Annie’s knows that retractable awnings are extremely effective at reducing air conditioning costs as they block 77% of solar heat gain. That translates to a 25% reduction in air conditioning use and an average savings of hundreds of dollars per year. Awnings are an investment, but the...

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