Q: How do I find a good contractor to install an awning professionally?

• <div><p>Awnings can be a serious investment for homeowners, particularly if it features a motorized and retractable design. Protect the exterior of your home by choosing a reliable and reputable contractor. Do some research ahead of time to get an idea of the potential contractor&rsquo;s strengths and weaknesses. Don&rsquo;t hesitate to give them a call to discuss specifics. </p></div>

Q: What are the benefits of an awning?

• <div><p>Awnings offer a number of benefits, including:</p><ul><li><p>Reduced summer home cooling costs with lower solar heat gains</p></li><li><p>Protection from sun, rain, and snow damage</p></li><li><p>Increased curb appeal for your home</p></li></ul><p>Keep in mind that awnings also have drawbacks, including the potential to reduce your view, block natural light, and create new occasional home maintenance needs.</p></div>

Q: Do awnings add value to your home?

• <div><p>Awnings can add value by boosting your home&rsquo;s curb appeal. An awning with a metal roof may attract potential buyers seeking trendy design materials.</p></div>

Q: When is it too windy for an awning?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s best to keep your awning retracted if winds are <b>25 miles per hour</b> or more to make sure your awning doesn&rsquo;t sustain irreparable damage due to wind. Some awnings can take winds up to 30 miles per hour without any damage, but it&rsquo;s best to consult the manufacturer&rsquo;s guidance. A good rule of thumb is if it&rsquo;s too windy for you to comfortably stand outside, it&rsquo;s time to bring the awning in.</p></div>

Q: Can awnings handle heavy rain?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s not a good idea to allow heavy rain to fall on your awning, as puddling can occur and overload the awning. Your awning should be able to handle a light rain, though you should allow it to dry out before retracting it or open it to dry as soon as the rain stops. As always, consult manufacturer guidelines for using and caring for your awning.</p></div>

All Pro Buildings LLC

All Pro Buildings LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

2022 years of experience

All Pro Builders is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. All Pro Buildings is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"These guys are real professionals. Very courteous and hard working. They received my front porch and did a great job. The price was reasonable and they finished quickly."

Mary B on August 2023

All Pro Builders is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. All Pro Buildings is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"These guys are real professionals. Very courteous and hard working. They received my front porch and did a great job. The price was reasonable and they finished quickly."

Mary B on August 2023

Mr. Handyman of Northern St. Joseph and Elkhart Counties

4.52(

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Mr. Handyman of Northern St. Joseph and Elkhart Counties

4.52(

212

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Customers say: Super punctual

2008 years of experience

Locally owned and operated. We are a licensed and insured home improvement contractor that has served Michiana homeowners and businesses since 2008. Each day, with every job we do, we endeavor to please customers and to protect the trust of our friends who refer us. We employ skilled contractors with an average of 20 years’ experience across the trades. Most important, they are bonded, full-time company employees. Award winning.

"Overpriced! 5 hours spent at our house over 2 days. I didn’t see an itemized list of charges until the receipt after payment. Original estimate was over $2400! I removed items I knew our electrician could do for less. Estimate still $1800, but I thought I’d be happy with the quality. When I received the itemized receipt afterward, I noticed they charged $189 to repair the porch railing. This was minor repair - requiring 1-2 nails in 2 areas total. Buying an air powered nail gun costs less than $189. And they only fixed 1 of the 2 areas, so they didn’t even complete the task. The power washing done before painting the railing was minimal and suboptimal. I immediately contacted Mr. Handyman and was told that my questions would be reviewed. Silence. I’ve had an electrician come to our house- 8 hours of work including the 2 things that I removed from the Handyman list. Their work was more extensive (8 tasks), total charge $650. I’m blown away by how overpriced Mr Handyman is! Beware"

K L on September 2025

Locally owned and operated. We are a licensed and insured home improvement contractor that has served Michiana homeowners and businesses since 2008. Each day, with every job we do, we endeavor to please customers and to protect the trust of our friends who refer us. We employ skilled contractors with an average of 20 years’ experience across the trades. Most important, they are bonded, full-time company employees. Award winning.

"Overpriced! 5 hours spent at our house over 2 days. I didn’t see an itemized list of charges until the receipt after payment. Original estimate was over $2400! I removed items I knew our electrician could do for less. Estimate still $1800, but I thought I’d be happy with the quality. When I received the itemized receipt afterward, I noticed they charged $189 to repair the porch railing. This was minor repair - requiring 1-2 nails in 2 areas total. Buying an air powered nail gun costs less than $189. And they only fixed 1 of the 2 areas, so they didn’t even complete the task. The power washing done before painting the railing was minimal and suboptimal. I immediately contacted Mr. Handyman and was told that my questions would be reviewed. Silence. I’ve had an electrician come to our house- 8 hours of work including the 2 things that I removed from the Handyman list. Their work was more extensive (8 tasks), total charge $650. I’m blown away by how overpriced Mr Handyman is! Beware"

K L on September 2025

Trim-A-Seal Of Indiana Inc

4.60(

101

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Trim-A-Seal Of Indiana Inc

4.60(

101

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Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 91% of Angi customers

Trim-A-Seal is a family-owned and operated home improvement company that has been serving Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland for over half of a century. Founder Larry Weiss opened the first location in 1950 with the goal of providing exceptional service, outstanding workmanship, and quality products at affordable prices. Today our licensed, bonded, and insured home improvement experts meet the same standard of excellence and install an variety of home improvements. We offer consultation and installation of windows, doors, siding, gutters, gutter protection, Sunsetter retractable awnings, custom manufactured awnings of all types, patio covers, roofing, and more. We carry top name brands that are made in the U.S.A. such as HomeGuard doors and windows, Sunrise windows, Albany doors, Gutter Helmet protection systems, Certainteed siding, and much more. We aim to provide many options and expert consultation to best fit the needs of our customers. Call today for a free, no obligation in-home estimate and mention Angie’s List for special discount offers! Visit our showroom in Merrillville for product demonstrations and information as well!

"Signed a contract to have my 2 car garage floor resurfaced and coated. Paid required deposit and was told it would be 6 weeks out. Company supplies a trailer for you to store contents of your garage while work is being done. I had to contact company at 5 weeks because I had not heard from anyone. I was told there were not sufficient trailers available but if I could store my garage contents they could do the job next week. Then I receive a call that my scheduled day had to be pushed back because of machinery issues. Then the following day I get a call that they have reviewed the condition of my garage floor and it is too far gone to handle the resurfacing process. Total incompetence ! Awaiting the return of my deposit."

Robert C on August 2022

Trim-A-Seal is a family-owned and operated home improvement company that has been serving Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland for over half of a century. Founder Larry Weiss opened the first location in 1950 with the goal of providing exceptional service, outstanding workmanship, and quality products at affordable prices. Today our licensed, bonded, and insured home improvement experts meet the same standard of excellence and install an variety of home improvements. We offer consultation and installation of windows, doors, siding, gutters, gutter protection, Sunsetter retractable awnings, custom manufactured awnings of all types, patio covers, roofing, and more. We carry top name brands that are made in the U.S.A. such as HomeGuard doors and windows, Sunrise windows, Albany doors, Gutter Helmet protection systems, Certainteed siding, and much more. We aim to provide many options and expert consultation to best fit the needs of our customers. Call today for a free, no obligation in-home estimate and mention Angie’s List for special discount offers! Visit our showroom in Merrillville for product demonstrations and information as well!

"Signed a contract to have my 2 car garage floor resurfaced and coated. Paid required deposit and was told it would be 6 weeks out. Company supplies a trailer for you to store contents of your garage while work is being done. I had to contact company at 5 weeks because I had not heard from anyone. I was told there were not sufficient trailers available but if I could store my garage contents they could do the job next week. Then I receive a call that my scheduled day had to be pushed back because of machinery issues. Then the following day I get a call that they have reviewed the condition of my garage floor and it is too far gone to handle the resurfacing process. Total incompetence ! Awaiting the return of my deposit."

Robert C on August 2022

Tebos Home Repair LLC

4.79(

14

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Tebos Home Repair LLC

4.79(

14

)

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

Over 25 years experience in Repairing and Remodeling EVERYTHING UNDER THE ROOF. RELIABLE AND QUALITY WORK, INSURED & BONDED Quick Replies to all Request, Free quotes & Reasonable Rates PLUMBING, INSTALLATIONS, WINDOWS & DOORS, ELECTRICAL, TRIM WORK, FLOORING, EXTERIOR REPAIRS, PAINTING, DRYWALL REPAIR, SIDING, TILE WORK, DECKING, WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT, AND MUCH MORE

"While the caulking job itself was fine, not much care was taken with the existing tub glaze. In the removal of the old caulk, the tub glaze was torn and scraped. Unfortunately, I was not very satisfied with the outcome."

Lynn L on January 2020

Over 25 years experience in Repairing and Remodeling EVERYTHING UNDER THE ROOF. RELIABLE AND QUALITY WORK, INSURED & BONDED Quick Replies to all Request, Free quotes & Reasonable Rates PLUMBING, INSTALLATIONS, WINDOWS & DOORS, ELECTRICAL, TRIM WORK, FLOORING, EXTERIOR REPAIRS, PAINTING, DRYWALL REPAIR, SIDING, TILE WORK, DECKING, WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT, AND MUCH MORE

"While the caulking job itself was fine, not much care was taken with the existing tub glaze. In the removal of the old caulk, the tub glaze was torn and scraped. Unfortunately, I was not very satisfied with the outcome."

Lynn L on January 2020

Seamless Restoration

4.62(

26

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Seamless Restoration

4.62(

26

)

Customers say: Quick response

2009 years of experience

General Contractor

JB Square Repairs and Remodeling LLC

5.00(

4

)

JB Square Repairs and Remodeling LLC

5.00(

4

)

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

For home repairs and home improvement projects, Jb Square Repairs & Remodeling is the only name you need to know and the team you want to have on the job. You'll be more than happy to know we have more than 20 years of experience and an ever growing list of satisfied customers. From drywall repairs and cabinet installation to laying tile and plumbing repairs, no project is too big or too small.24/7 Emergency service. On your time estimates ( even in the middle of the night ). Trust and experience are key when it comes to hiring a handyman. With Jb Square Repairs & Remodeling, you get both, and a whole lot more. You'll find our technicians to be honest and courteous and our repair services effective and affordable. Whatever home improvements, repairs, or upgrades you need done, make sure you call on us first.

Classic Copper Works

3.69(

16

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Classic Copper Works

3.69(

16

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Customers say: Quality work

2000 years of experience

Classic Copper Works uses time honored German copper smith techniques handed down from father to son and passed on to our highly skilled artisans. We specialize in the fabrication of custom copper & bronze products and other metal specialties. WE DO NOT OFFER REPAIR SERVICES OF ANY KIND. Additional phone number - (888) 908-5339.

"Ordered and paid for custom awning that was to take 5 weeks. Its now been 16 weeks and still waiting. Owner is at best noncommunicable and at worst, rude. I'm now wondering if this is a scam and not a real business."

rick k on March 2025

Classic Copper Works uses time honored German copper smith techniques handed down from father to son and passed on to our highly skilled artisans. We specialize in the fabrication of custom copper & bronze products and other metal specialties. WE DO NOT OFFER REPAIR SERVICES OF ANY KIND. Additional phone number - (888) 908-5339.

"Ordered and paid for custom awning that was to take 5 weeks. Its now been 16 weeks and still waiting. Owner is at best noncommunicable and at worst, rude. I'm now wondering if this is a scam and not a real business."

rick k on March 2025

Retractableawnings

4.64(

11

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Retractableawnings

4.64(

11

)

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 90% of Angi customers

Retractableawnings.com® is considered a RETRACTABLE awning industry expert hired by architects, landscape architects, exterior/interior designers, builders and contractors worldwide on a consulting basis. Retractableawnings.com® is a specialty fabricator, distributor & installer of all types of exterior RETRACTABLE sun, rain, wind, bug & snow protection systems including but not limited to: ≡ Retractable folding lateral arm awnings ≡ Retractable patio and deck pergola cover systems ≡ Retractable vertical drop arm awnings ≡ Retractable screens ≡ Retractable canopy awnings ≡ Retractable telescopic awnings ≡ Retractable side arm awnings ≡ Retractable free standing awnings ≡ Retractable louver roof systems ≡ Retractable shade sail systems ≡ Retractable skylight cover systems ≡ Rotating louver roof systems ≡ Electric & motorized awnings In business for 38 years and a Better Business Bureau member for 32 years without a single active complaint on file and an A+ rating. Retractableawnings.com® also maintains a 12 year A rating on Angi.com (f/k/a Angieslist.com). The above ratings are the highest ratings available on both websites. We ship & install worldwide and have a database of installers worldwide at www.awninginstallers.com (owned by Retractableawnings.com®) Inc.com verified profile at: https://www.inc.com/profile/retractableawnings-com Memberships Include: ● Professional Awnings Manufacturers Association - PAMA member ● American Institute of Architects - AIA Allied member ● American Society of Landscape Architects - ASLA Allied member ● Advanced Textiles Association - ATA member ● Better Business Bureau - BBB member Retractableawnings.com® offers proprietary 3D rendering technology which provides a visual 3D rendering of what our products will look like on a home or commercial building. In addition, we offer our exclusive custom built awning advisor at this link: https://www.retractableawnings.com/choose-your-awning.html

"I ordered LED lights for my awning at the time of purchase and paid in advance. The lights were not included at a cost of $1700. They will not return my calls."

kevin h on January 2025

Retractableawnings.com® is considered a RETRACTABLE awning industry expert hired by architects, landscape architects, exterior/interior designers, builders and contractors worldwide on a consulting basis. Retractableawnings.com® is a specialty fabricator, distributor & installer of all types of exterior RETRACTABLE sun, rain, wind, bug & snow protection systems including but not limited to: ≡ Retractable folding lateral arm awnings ≡ Retractable patio and deck pergola cover systems ≡ Retractable vertical drop arm awnings ≡ Retractable screens ≡ Retractable canopy awnings ≡ Retractable telescopic awnings ≡ Retractable side arm awnings ≡ Retractable free standing awnings ≡ Retractable louver roof systems ≡ Retractable shade sail systems ≡ Retractable skylight cover systems ≡ Rotating louver roof systems ≡ Electric & motorized awnings In business for 38 years and a Better Business Bureau member for 32 years without a single active complaint on file and an A+ rating. Retractableawnings.com® also maintains a 12 year A rating on Angi.com (f/k/a Angieslist.com). The above ratings are the highest ratings available on both websites. We ship & install worldwide and have a database of installers worldwide at www.awninginstallers.com (owned by Retractableawnings.com®) Inc.com verified profile at: https://www.inc.com/profile/retractableawnings-com Memberships Include: ● Professional Awnings Manufacturers Association - PAMA member ● American Institute of Architects - AIA Allied member ● American Society of Landscape Architects - ASLA Allied member ● Advanced Textiles Association - ATA member ● Better Business Bureau - BBB member Retractableawnings.com® offers proprietary 3D rendering technology which provides a visual 3D rendering of what our products will look like on a home or commercial building. In addition, we offer our exclusive custom built awning advisor at this link: https://www.retractableawnings.com/choose-your-awning.html

"I ordered LED lights for my awning at the time of purchase and paid in advance. The lights were not included at a cost of $1700. They will not return my calls."

kevin h on January 2025

Lampos & Son's Home Repair

4.31(

13

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Lampos & Son's Home Repair

4.31(

13

)

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

Family Owned

"Worst customer service and poor work. Also lied and stole money from me. Never even finished the job and left my house unfinished. Do not use this company!"

Ashley F on July 2024

Family Owned

"Worst customer service and poor work. Also lied and stole money from me. Never even finished the job and left my house unfinished. Do not use this company!"

Ashley F on July 2024