Choosing A Patio Awning

Choosing A Patio Awning

There are a droves of companies all offering to sell you the patio awnings, so how can you be sure that you are doing the right thing? Here are our top ten tips for selecting a patio awning:

Have you chosen the correct awning for your specific requirements?
There are many considerations that you need to consider when you are deciding on a patio awning, including:

 

Will the awning provide shade all day long?

What size of awning will you need? Which style of patio awning is best suited for your property? Do you need a motorised awning or a manual awning? Will the patio awning be fully automatic? Which fabric should you choose for your awning?

Suppliers should easily be able to answer all of these questions when they visit your home. All our highly experienced and knowledgeable Design Consultants will be happy to answer any questions you have on your mind. They will also ensure that you decide on the correct awning to suit your specific requirements.

Make sure your awning is UV rated. Damage from UV rays is an increasing problem and you should ensure that you are protected from its harmful effects whilst enjoying your garden. Every awning from us is UV rated.  

Do they offer automatic protection?

Our Intelligent sun sensors can detect when the sun is out and automatically operate the awning, even when you are not at home, helping to minimise fading of furnishings. Wind sensors automatically retract the awning in blustery conditions, to avoid damage to both the awning and your home. Every patio awning from us comes with sun and wind sensors as standard.

Will the awning stand the test of time?

As an awning is a big investment, you need to be confident that both the fabric and components will withstand the British weather, year after year. Will the fabric fade as soon as the sun comes out? Will the components start to rust when it rains? All our Patio Awnings fabrics are treated to ensure the highest levels of fade-resistance and all our components are engineered from stainless steel and powder-coated aluminium to ensure they remain rust free.

Are there optional extras available?

Patio heaters and night lights help you make the most of your awning, enabling you to enjoy your garden in evenings and colder weather. We offer a range of heaters and integral night-lights to complement any awning in the range.

Are you getting the best possible value for your money?

Quality standards of patio awnings vary greatly, as with any other product. Be wary of awnings where the price looks 'too good to be true' - it probably is. Every awning from us is honestly priced and made from components of the highest quality, in order to give you many years of continuous use.

Are you buying from a reputable company?

Every supplier will tell you that they have a good reputation and are well established, but will they provide the levels of customer service, product support and advice that you should expect? We have almost twenty years experience in home improvements, we are known for excellent products and first class customer service. All our awnings come with a five year guarantee for complete peace of mind.

 

Can you get a free brochure and written quotation?

As obvious as this sounds, this is not something that every company offers. As with any major purchase, deciding on an awning is something that you may want to research and take your time over. A brochure will give you valuable information on the company as well as the awnings available. Similarly, a free consultation is important to help determine your requirements and any questions you might have and you should expect to be left with a free quotation in writing. We offer both a full colour brochure and also a free quotation service.

 

Is there someone in your area who can come and visit?

A local representative is more likely to be able to arrange a visit at a time convenient to you. It is also comforting to know that should there be any problems, there is someone close by who can help you. Although we are a nationwide company, we will ensure that you are visited by a Design Consultant from your area. In addition, your patio awning will be fitted by your local installation team.

 

Are there finance options available?

A patio awning represents a significant outlay and it is not always realistic to make such a large one-off payment. That's why we have various finance options available. For more information on our credit options, Click Here.

 

 

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