Benefits to Awnings and Carports

These are the dog days of summer. We are all tired of the heat, and might be thinking of ways to help to shave some of our energy costs before next year. Adding awnings and carports not only increase the value of your home for resale, but can protect your investment and its contents as well.

Awnings, although aesthetically pleasing, provide so much more than an artistic statement. After choosing your favorite color, texture, material (metal or fabric) and location, you'll notice more and more benefits. For example, your awning will protect your windows and siding from sun, rain, sleet, hail and wind. It will also protect your furniture, floors, and carpets from the fading effects of the sun. The American Association of Heating and Air Conditioning Engineers reports that awnings can reduce heat gain in your home between 55 and 77% depending on the direction. That's a lot of energy savings!

Similarly, carports have many benefits as well. Obviously, most consumers buy and install a carport to protect their cars from the weather. However, carports, usually located close to your home's structure, increase your personal safety as well. Some consumers even use their carport as an outdoor room complete with furniture for entertaining. Maybe you are in need of additional storage for ATV vehicles and bicycles, or you'd like to store items from the recent sale of a family estate-simply add walls to your carport to organize anything.

Awnings and carports are a stylish and moderately inexpensive way to solve so many household problems. Call today for a quote.   

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Spruce Up For Spring

Spring is finally here!  Flowers are blooming.  The sun is shining and it's time to be outside.  It's been all winter since you had a good look at your home's exterior.  You might not like what you see.  Time to spring into action and spruce up your house.  Take a look at some of the suggestions we have for improving your look for the warmer months.

Clean Your Windows
Window washing can be a chore so be sure to do it right the first time.  Don't waste time with wadded-up paper towels or newspaper, spray cleaner, and a ton of elbow grease. Use the tools the pros use.

Fix Up The Front Door

Your front door is the first impression most guests have of your home.  Make sure its' a good one by having the beautiful entrance your house deserves.  

Repair The Roof

Now is the time to get the roof in shape and the gutters functioning before both have to battle rain and snow.

Add An Awning

Awnings are a simple and cost effective way to dress up your home's exterior.  Aside from being an attraction addition to your side or back door, awnings save money and energy.  According to the Department of Energy, awnings can reduce a home’s internal temperature by up to 15 degrees. 


Install A Paver Sidewalk

There are few things more beautiful than pavers.  Changing your sidewalk will make a dramatic statement for  your front yard.  You can increase your curb appeal and your resell value at the same time.

Manicure The Lawn 

Even if you get the house all fixed up, a scraggly yard can ruin the whole effect. Get out the garden gloves and the wheelbarrow, and tidy up that unkempt landscape.

These are just a few suggestions to get you started on sprucing up for Spring.  Remember that no matter what project you select, we're here to help.  Contact Unified Windows Doors Siding & Roofing (888) 631-2131  for all of your exterior home improvements.