Fall is a Great Time to Build a Patio Roof
A homeowner might look at their patio slab and realize now that the weather is cooling, it’s time to construct a patio roof. A patio roof is an optimal way to improve a home’s outdoor spaces and give the family a place to enjoy the cooler weather without being in full sun.
People who have experienced temporary awnings before know that adding shade to the right area is imperative to get the max use out of outdoor spaces. However, temporary awnings can become damaged in high winds and disintegrate under the hot sun.
The design
Ideally, the patio’s design should be similar to the architecture of the home and neighborhood. The ones that look best are integrated seamlessly and seem to have been built as a part of the home’s original design. An adjoined patio roof also has to be made to bear its own weight, stressing the existing roof as minimally as possible. A lot of homeowners will attach a patio roof at the same time as they reroof their home.
Solid and open roofs both have their perks and disadvantages. An open design means better airflow, but also provides more sun. Shade screens can assist by obstructing direct sunlight.
In a perfect world, patio roofs are made and constructed for maximum shade. South and waster exposures experience more share of the sun. A lower ceiling will provide more shade but can feel enclosed. A high ceiling will induce more light and less shade. During the planning stage, an analysis should occur that includes how the sun moves higher and lower in the sky during different times of the year.
Special amenities
In the planning stage, a homeowner ought to think about the result. They should consider which amenities they want, such as lighting, ceiling fans, fire pits, shade screens, heating systems, a mist system, or water accouterments. If the patio will eventually serve as a bar area or outdoor kitchen, this should be discussed at the planning stage.
Permits and more
Local building permits are needed to build a patio roof. The majority of HOA’s have strict guidelines for patio roofs that should be carefully looked at before any building begins. Building permits guarantee the structure is built to the minimal building codes, which doesn’t always provide the best benefits. An experienced contractor will know how to create a patio with maximum usefulness.
Existing patio roofing
If the slab or deck already has a patio roof, but it has leaking holes or is damaged, it can sometimes be fixed to a like-new condition, saving the homeowner time and money. If the roof frame is in decent enough shape, renovating is usually the best choice.
Irish Roofing Company provides Scottsdale with roof inspection, installation, sealing and repair. We offer shingle services, tile roof services, flat roof services, roof cleaning, roof inspection, roof installation, leak repair, roof recovering, roof repair, roof sealing, and wood shake services for commercial and residential customers.
