Throw Your Backyard Some Shade The Coolest Way to Cool Down
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.
Are Patio Awnings Worth It?
The short of it is: Absolutely. Besides keeping you cool and offering sun protection, patio awnings have a long list of benefits. Retractable? Check. Energy efficient? Check. Increased home value? Check. That’s only the beginning.
Patio awnings keep your home cool inside and out — basically an air conditioner without the big energy bills.
Backyard Patio Awning Advantages
Awnings for patios can come in a massive library of colors. The color library for Sunbrella fabrics along includes over 150 standard fabrics and patterns, with hundreds more specialty and custom patterns available.
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There are several additional benefits of installing a patio awning with ERS:
Cooling
Not only do backyard awnings cool your patio, but they create shade indoors too. No more sun beating through your windows.
Increased Home Value
Not only do retractable awnings make your home look great, they also improve your home’s overall worth. It’s a win-win.
Energy Efficient
Indoor shade cuts cooling costs. A PAMA Energy Study showed awnings can reduce annual cooling energy 64-80% for homes in San Francisco. Additionally this study was backed by larger, independent organizations like ASHRAE and the U.S. Department of Energy (Source: Energy.gov).
Awnings can reduce annual cooling energy 64-80% for homes in San Francisco.
Weather Sensing
Awnings can be outfitted with weather sensors — conveniently retracting (or expanding) your patio awning when wain, rind, or sun is detected.
Awning Ideas: Pool, Deck, Outdoor Kitchen, Pergola Cover
The best part of our retractable patio awnings? The ideas for application are (almost) endless. Typically, these are installed in the backyard, but can be enjoyed over your front porch, a first- or second-level deck, a pool (keeps the leaves/branches out!), an outdoor kitchen, and more. No matter your choice in placement, an outdoor awning will add value to your home, protect your property, and elevate your home appeal.
Pool
Imagine sitting pool-side with the option for cool, shady protection at the touch of a button. No sunscreen necessary.
Deck
Add a cozy touch to your deck or patio with a retractable awning. This application looks great and adds privacy to your backyard.
Outdoor Kitchen
Who needs added heat from the sun when cooking over a hot grill? Installing a retractable awning makes for a no-sweat outdoor grilling experience.
Pergola Covers
This application can be used in a number of different ways — free-standing or attached to your home. Either way, you’re (literally) covered.
Types of Patio Awnings
With a variety of patio awning styles, we’re sure to find a structure and design to fit your home. Whether you’re looking for a classic retractable awning, a high-end luxury markilux-brand awning, pergola cover, or markilux free-standing design, the experts at European Rolling Shutters will customize any selection to your liking.
These motorized awnings can retract at the click of a button from a remote or smart phone app. We also offer a manual crank option.
These German-engineered awnings offer high-quality designs and fabrics for those who want to level up their patio awnings.
Yes — we make retractable awnings for pergolas too! Create an oasis in your backyard with this convenient option.
Looking for a more-flexible option? Our free-standing coverage options can be installed anywhere in your yard.
Free In-Home Consultation
Each patio awning project is different — we’d love to provide you with a free in-home estimate. Don’t forget: ERS offers a 5-year warranty on everything we install. Plus, 0% financing is available.
What are you waiting for? We’re ready to throw you shade.
