Are Retractable Awnings a Good Choice for Your Home or Business in the Chesterfield, VA, Area?

Retractable awnings have been growing in popularity for many years, and many homeowners and even business owners prefer them over fixed awnings. However, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution for shading needs. If you’re in the market for a patio awning or window and door canopies for your home or business in the Chesterfield area, the experts at Roberts Awnings will be happy to help you choose the ideal shade solution, whether that’s retractable or stationary.

Advantages of Choosing Retractable Awnings

There’s no denying that the ability to extend and retract your shade whenever you want can provide some distinct advantages, especially here in Virginia, where we experience bitterly cold winters and hot, muggy summers. When you choose retractable awnings, you’ll be able to:

• Extend them in the summer months to prevent solar heat from penetrating your windows and glass doors, thus forcing your HVAC system to work harder and increasing your cooling costs
• Retract them when it’s cold outside so that the sun’s rays can help warm your home’s indoor areas and potentially reduce your heating costs
• Roll them up whenever there’s a windstorm warning, thereby minimizing the risk of damage

Advantages of Choosing Stationary Awnings

One of the biggest advantages of awnings that remain in place year-round is the option of selecting high-grade aluminum instead of fabric. Although there are some exceptionally durable and weather-resistant awning fabrics available, generally speaking, metal canopies will last longer than their fabric counterparts. What’s more, if you’re planning to shade a deck or patio and you think you might want to enclose the space at some point in the future, you’ll definitely want to discuss your options for a fixed metal canopy with the experts at Roberts Awnings.

If your home or business is in the Chesterfield area, we’ll be happy to discuss your specific needs and then design, manufacture, and install the custom retractable or fixed awnings that will be ideal for you. Contact us today to get started.