Do Awnings Require a Permit in Denver?

Adding a retractable awning is one of the easiest ways to upgrade your outdoor living space. It provides shade, comfort, and style, making decks, patios, and windows more enjoyable. But many homeowners pause at one question: Do you need a permit to install an awning in Denver?

Smart Add-Ons for Your Retractable Awning in Denver

Swimming pool at night with LED lit awning over the patio

Retractable awnings are already a fantastic way to make your outdoor space more comfortable and functional. But what many Colorado homeowners don’t realize is that you can take your awning experience to the next level with a few thoughtful add-ons. From increasing shade coverage and privacy during the day to extending usability into the evening, […]

Automatic Wind Sensors: The Smart Way to Protect Your Retractable Awning

Direct Awnings service rep replacing an awning wind sensor on a home in Aurora Colorado

If you’ve ever owned a retractable awning, the question, “is it too windy right now?” may have popped into your head more than once. And for good reason: strong gusts could be enough to damage awnings. The truth is, there’s no simple answer. Gusts can appear out of nowhere, especially here in Colorado, and even […]

Why Regular Awning Service Matters for Colorado Homeowners

Retractable awnings are one of the smartest upgrades a Colorado homeowner can make, especially in sun-soaked areas like Denver and the surrounding suburbs. But just like any outdoor feature exposed to the elements year-round, your awning needs occasional care to perform its best over the long haul. Whether your awning gets near-daily use or sits […]

Create Privacy & Comfort with Exterior Solar Shades in Colorado

A Denver home with a solar shade installed on the outside of their covered patio for sun protection and privacy

Whether you live in a close-knit Denver neighborhood or a more spacious Colorado suburb, privacy at home is essential. With homes built closer together, large windows facing sidewalks or streets, and outdoor living spaces becoming more popular than ever, it can feel like your private moments are always on display. One of the smartest, most […]

Seasonal Awning Care Tips for Denver’s Changing Weather

A Colorado Retractable Awning with Lights installed over a deck

If you live in Denver or anywhere along Colorado’s Front Range, you know just how unpredictable the weather can be. From dry, sunny winters to sudden summer hailstorms, our climate can be tough on outdoor structures—including retractable awnings. Seasonal maintenance is the best way to protect your investment and keep it working smoothly year-round. Below, […]

Sunlight Damage Is Real: How UV Rays Fade and Destroy Home Interiors (And How to Stop It)

Motorized solar screens covering the front of a garage

Living in Colorado means plenty of blue skies and bright, sunny days—but all that sunshine comes with a downside: UV damage. If you’ve ever noticed faded rugs, sun-bleached hardwood, or cracking leather furniture, it’s not just age—it’s your windows letting in UV rays. At higher altitudes like Denver, UV exposure is even stronger, and unfortunately, […]

Awnings Create the Ultimate Outdoor Spaces in Colorado

Beautiful awning lit up at night with LEDs at dusk

Outdoor entertaining is always a nice touch to a meal with family and friends, but Colorado weather can make that more difficult. At times, it may be sprinkling or too hot outside to enjoy your deck or porch. Adding an awning to your Colorado home will change that.

The Benefits of Enclosing Your Patio with Solar Shades

In a city like Denver, where we enjoy over 300 days of sunshine a year, outdoor living is a lifestyle. But while the Colorado sun is beautiful, it can also be harsh—fading furniture, overheating patios, and cutting outdoor enjoyment short. That’s where solar screens come in. Enclosing your patio with high-quality solar shades can turn […]