Morgan Awning

You often hear that awnings can keep your homes and businesses cooler in the summer right? What about the winter? During the winter the sun is lower and awnings let the gentle winter rays in to your home or business bringing the warmth and light you desire. Awnings are a smart investment and will save you money for years to come.

Overall, Aluminum Awnings or covered walkways are stronger than fabric against the elements. The design gives them greater resistance to wind snow and rain. You will never replace an Aluminum Awning because of wear, and today’s finishes are more resistant to fading and staining than ever before.

Awnings allow you to control the interior environment naturally. The Awnings shade the windows. Window Awnings block the sun’s rays from directly entering, so the interior of your home or business is protected from the ultra violet sunlight. But in the winter, when it is daylight you want, you can still enjoy the sun’s rays. Our aluminum awnings have telescoping arms that let you adjust the awning to just the right angle for all seasons.
 
Contact Morgan Awning for information on Fabric and Aluminum awnings and covered walkway options.

This is the perfect time of year to get your awning or entrance canopy replaced. Overtime, awnings and entrance canopies suffer wear and tear from weather, time and sun.

If your business could use a face lift, consider replacing the awning fabric. Replacement Awning Fabric is an efficient and quick way to get a new look for your business. Use the same style fabric or pick a color of pattern that is all new.

At Morgan Awning, we will remove the awning fabric from the frame. If the awning or canopy frame is in need of repair, we will take it back to our shop, replace any necessary parts and paint it. If it is too large to remove, we will take care of repairs and painting while the awning frame remains on the building.

Then the new awning fabric will be installed, and your business has a new look for a small price. Add class and quality to your business with an easy phone call to Morgan Awning. Replace the awning and canopy fabric before winter in New England begins.

Retractable awnings are popular because they provide flexibility and choice. By adding a retractable awning, functionality and style are both accomplished through the wide assortment of fabrics colors and patterns.

With all the different and reliable fabric choices for your retractable awning, combined with a white, almond or bronze aluminum awning frame, you will find just the right combination to personalize your deck or patio.

At Morgan Awning, our awnings for homes are custom made and designed for you. With dozens of size combinations and styles, finding the right one to fit your deck, patio or entry will not be a problem either. Retractable awnings provide shade when you need it and sun when you want it and protect your family and friends from UV rays. Easy to install and simple to operate, retractable awnings will provide you years of lasting performance.

Now is the best time of year to have an awning made and installed as well, beet the rush and the winter, call Morgan Awning in Woburn, MA.

How long does it take to manufacture and install an awning?
Awnings are custom designed and manufactured so there is a lead time in order to have it manufactured. However, it certainly revolves around the size and complexity of the project regardless of it being a commercial or residential awning.  Time of year is also a major factor. Summer is the busiest time of year; therefore, this is the perfect time of year to get your new awning or canopy.
 
On average commercial awnings take 4 to 8 weeks from start to finish regardless of the season.  Residential awnings probably are 2 to 3 weeks this time of year and 3 to 6 weeks during the busy season.

How do I store a retractable awning in the winter?
Retractable awnings are self-storing when retracted. You can remove the outer hanging valance for storage in the winter, or you can leave it as is. Morgan Awning  offers winter removal of your awning if you would prefer.

How many styles of awnings are there?
There are so many different sizes, styles and shapes of awnings.  The design options are practically limitless with modern metal technology and fabrics types and styles.

Are awnings waterproof?
Overall, awning fabrics are water-repellent, not waterproof. In weather conditions that are not severe, an awning allows you to enjoy the outdoors.

Can I apply graphics to my awning?
Yes. The type of graphics depends on the awning fabric. Applying graphics to the awning fabric provides brand identity without the need for additional signs.

Does an awning need to be fire retardant?
Many locations require flame retardant fabric for commercial awnings. There are different fire codes throughout New England, and Morgan Awning can help advise you of those codes. Flame retardant awning fabrics are available in a many colors and styles.

Does my awning come with a warranty?
In many cases, awning fabrics are warranted for a period of 5 years or more based on the fabric. Other warranties on the workmanship or the frame may also apply.

We all know that sitting under a tree can help keep you cool but did you know that using the same low-tech idea can help cool your home or business and save you money.  According to the Consumer Energy Center a properly installed awning can reduce heat gain in your home up to 65% on southern windows and as much as 77% on eastern and western windows.   That's pretty significant!

Shading your home with window awnings can reduce the temperature indoors by as much as 20 degrees on a hot day!

About 40 percent of the unwanted heat that builds up in your house comes in through windows. Although both exterior and interior shades can control this heat gain, exterior awnings, are far more effective, since they block sunlight before it enters the windows.

Awnings
Awnings rate high as shading devices because they block direct sunlight. Usually made of fabric, they are attached above the window and extend outward and down. A light-colored awning does double duty by also reflecting sunlight. Living in New England, with cold winters, you will want to retractable awnings to take advantage of the desirable winter heat gain.

Original article – Consumerenergycenter.org

Great design elements can really enhance your home.  With House Awnings you can create the inviting entrance you have always wanted on your home!  Protect your home’s entrance from the weather and at the same time save energy.  Fabric house awnings can enhance and distinguish the architecture of your home while adding value.

• Awnings add to a home's value
• Awnings add architectural appeal
• Awnings are GREEN and enhance energy savings
• Awnings provide protection from the elements; rain, snow and harmful UV rays.
• Awnings help keep furniture and carpet from fading

Fabric awnings come in various styles and they can be custom designed specifically for your home and your taste.

Various fabrics, patterns and colors can be used on your awnings to complement your home.  Other options for your home awnings include various paint colors to match or contrast with your framework.  Applique can be added to your awning fabric to create an accent.  You may have an idea in mind or we can design something for you.  We will take care of all of the details and we know the requirements for your city or town permits. 

Contact Morgan Awning for a consultation or a quote!

Come outside and relax with a deck or patio awning. Beautiful and inviting outdoor living spaces add extra room for entertaining and relaxing, and for less money than you would think.

Expand your Home
It is easy to add more space to your home, without an expensive remodel. Whether you want to add a safe and sheltered outdoor area for your kids, more room for entertaining, or just your own private retreat, it is all possible, simply by reinventing the space you already have.  Start by installing a beautiful awning to add shade and shelter, and then create intimate seating areas with panels of shear fabric or umbrellas.

Awnings add Style and Shelter
Easy-care fabric awnings are an affordable way to extend the seasonality of your outdoor living space. An awning can create shade in summer, and provide shelter when the season begins to change. Awnings can either have a fixed or retractable design. With the touch of a button, a retractable awning powered by a remote-controlled motor is perfect when you want more warming sun in winter.  In summer, your awning can provide important protection from the sun’s rays.

For more information on creating beautiful outdoor living spaces, contact Morgan Awning.