The holiday season has become all the more important during this most unusual year. The coronavirus pandemic has upended all of our lives, and the holidays have not been left untouched. While we might not be able to gather like we want to this year, some traditions like gift giving can remain intact. One thing we’ve found is that many people have spent so much time at home this year that they’ve started to think about home improvement projects they’d like to pursue—including in their outdoor spaces. For example, patio awnings in Houston, TX are becoming an increasingly popular gift... View Article
Are you in the market for a new exterior shading system to provide you with better shading for the outdoor areas on your Houston, TX property? Whether it’s an awning screen or a new pergola shading system, you’re going to have a variety of options to consider. Here’s a quick overview of some of the types of shading systems you can employ, and how they can help you transform your outdoor spaces into something more personalized, private and enjoyable: Transparent systems: There are a variety of transparent options you can choose that will both provide you with shade while also... View Article
For many businesses, reducing energy consumption is a top priority, both to improve their own energy efficiency and environmental friendliness while also reducing overall costs on utilities. While there are many steps you can take with appliances and other more technical elements inside your business property, there are also a few things you can do on the exterior of your Houston, TX property to help you reduce energy use as well, including adding energy efficient awnings. Commercial awnings can help you reduce the amount of money you have to spend on heating and cooling at your business property. In working... View Article
If your home has a fabric awning, retracting it can be difficult. What happens when there’s a storm rolling into Houston, TX and you need to retract it quickly? Even when time isn’t of the essence, the effort to retract an awning can be enough to dissuade you from doing it. The solution? A remote-controlled, motorized awning. Motorized retractable awnings and remote-controlled awnings are the simplest way to pack up your awning with little-to-no effort. Gone are the days of wrestling it back into its casing! But convenience isn’t the only reason to invest in a motorized awning. Here’s a... View Article
Just because summer is at an end doesn’t mean you need to stop enjoying your patio. With the right features—like a patio awning installation—you can enjoy this space all year round and maintain outdoor traditions regardless of the season. This is especially true in the milder Houston, TX climate, where autumn weather is more than bearable. If you want to continue enjoying outdoor dining and conversation through fall, here are five patio ideas that can make this space a little more comfortable and accommodating. Warm it up: We mean this literally! Add features that help keep your outdoor spaces warm,... View Article
