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As the excitement of the new school year settles in and families find themselves back in the swing of routines, it's the perfect time to take a closer look at your home's safety. With children focused on their studies and parents managing various responsibilities, ensuring a secure living environment is paramount.

In the midst of sunny, scorching summers — or really, throughout the year — there’s a recurring inner debate most Californians struggle with: enjoying the weather vs. staying cool indoors. The solution? Don’t choose between the two — create your own relief with a backyard patio awning and get the best of both worlds.

The deck of this San Carlos home was constantly bathed in harsh sunlight making the outdoor sitting and recreation area unusable. The western location of the deck resulted in near constant sunlight during the day–baking the outdoor and indoor area in heat and harsh sunlight. The large glass doors near the balcony were resulting in higher energy costs due to warmer temperatures from the harsh sunlight. Here's the transformation of this San Carlos home.