Electric awnings are the most modern way of adding shade to your garden. Forget wobbly umbrellas that you have to put up and down manually. Forget permanent patio coverings that will not allow you to enjoy the sun when it is out. And you can even forget awnings that you have to retract by hand – an electric awning will go in and out as needed, purely at the touch of a button. You can even connect an awning up with a smart home system and your Wi-Fi if you would like to make all of your systems work seamlessly together.
Electric awnings have come a long way, and can now be bought and installed for a very reasonable price. Of course, they will not be the cheapest shading solution on the market as they are backed by powerful technology. What they will do, though, is give you very good value for money as they will also last for a long time. This is something that should never be overlooked when picking out an awning for your home – value for money is key. You want to ensure that the awning you select will be worth every penny.
There are many other considerations when picking out an electric awning, too. These are some of the key things to think about:
- The design and look of the awning. There is a vast variety of colours and fabrics available (retractable awnings will usually be made from fabric especially for a domestic property). You can find a colour, look and feel that will suit you and your property. Good suppliers will have hundreds of different colours available for you to choose from.
- Additional features. You can choose from additional features to decorate your patio and make your awning more effective. This will help to make something that is essentially an outdoor covering more permanent in its look and feel. Some of the additional features that you may choose include patio heaters and outdoor lighting, which will make your awning feel more like part of the home.
- Weather protection. If you want to include additional protection as well as installing an awning, you might want to think about having sliding doors, which will make your patio area feel more like a glass room.
- The company you choose. It is important that you choose a well equipped, qualified and experienced company to install you awning for you. Take the time to find a company that is an experienced supplier. As well as knowing the installation will be successful, you will know that they can offer you advice and help you choose the best kind of awning for your property. They can also accurately advise you on technical requirements.
- Access to electricity. If you have an electric awning installed, you need to have easy access to electricity. This might mean some additional configurations and wiring, so it is worth thinking about from the off. Speak to the awning supplier during your consultation to ensure you can easily have your awning wired in.
