Today we're going to outline 8 great reasons to choose commercial awnings for your store.
We've been in the custom sign industry in the Durham region including Clarington, Ajax, Pickering, and Bowmanville for over 10 years and we'd love to share our expertise with you.
In this post we'll talk about why commercials awnings are a great choice and explain the benefits. Let's get going.
Commercial awnings come in a wide variety of shapes and styles
8 Great Reasons to Choose Commercial Awnings
1. Commercial Awnings Stand Out
Commercial awnings can really stand out on your building, literally! They are a type of signage that can give added dimension to a flat wall and make your business facade look much more attractive and appealing to passing customers.
You can have them designed to complement your existing storefront signage and add an additional marketing piece to promote your brand.
Your awning can be designed to complement your existing storefront signage
2. They Come in a Wide Range of Styles
There are many different types, sizes, and designs of commercial awnings so that you can choose the one that is perfect for your situation.
You can install a smaller one over your main entrance or a larger retractable one to cover an outside eating area that can be closed up during the winter months or during inclement weather.
They can also be made from different materials. You can choose a heavy canvas material to give a more natural, "old-world" look to your awning. Canvas is less expensive than its man-made counterparts, however it is more susceptible to the elements and will probably need to be replaced more often.
For a more durable and longer lasting option, you can choose vinyl and polyester composite fabrics or acrylic. These materials will stand up better to outdoor conditions and they also resist mildew.
You can choose to have your awning made out of a more durable material to last longer
3. They Expand on Your Usable Property Space
Installing commercial awnings can be a great way to help you expand on your usable property space. If you are a restaurant or cafe, you can use the square footage underneath the awning for additional seating during the more temperate times of the year.
More seating means more possible customers, and more customers mean more profit for your business!
A custom awning can provide you with additional seating
4. They Can Provide Shade & Shelter
Not only can commercial awnings provide you with additional seating capacity, but they can also provide protection for your guests from the sun, rain, and snow.
In particular, if you own a restaurant you may find that you have peak times where your clientele need to line-up to wait for their table. If that line overflows outside, then your customers will have a safe and more comfortable place to wait.
For other businesses, there are times when your customers may also be waiting outside, such as during a sale when you need to limit the amount of people in your store at one time; or if they are waiting for a ride and want to see it when it arrives.
Commercial awnings can provide protection against the outside elements
5. They Create an Inviting Social Space
There is something very inviting and satisfying about being able to eat outside. Commercial awnings give you the opportunity to give your guests this kind enjoyable atmosphere. Outdoor dining often has a nicer ambiance than being inside, especially on a bright and pleasant day.
Eating outdoors can also reduce your stress levels and increase your concentration and creativity. It's the perfect way to gather with friends and share a relaxing social time. If your guests are happy with the dining atmosphere you provide them, they are going to want to come back!
Commercial awnings can create a better dining ambiance
6. They Are Great for Sidewalk Promotions
Commercial awnings are also great if you want to hold a special promotion or sidewalk sale. You can place a clearance rack or table outside your front door to attract potential customers and get them to come inside your store.
An awning can protect the merchandise that you place outside from getting damaged by the elements.
An awning will provide protection for merchandise that you want to promote outside
7. They Protect Items Inside Your Store
Not only can commercial awnings protect your customers waiting or dining outside and your product or promotional materials that you set outside from the elements, but they can also protect the merchandise and decor inside your store.
The sun's ultraviolet rays are very powerful and can cause colours on most objects to fade by breaking down chemical bonds. Some objects are more prone to fading, such as dyed materials and watercolours, so carpeting, clothing, and paint can be affected.
Visible light and solar heat can also contribute to fading. Installing commercial awnings will help to block the sun from entering your store and possibly damaging your merchandise.
Awnings can also protect items inside your store from sun damage
8. They Can Help You Save on Your Utilities
Commercial awnings can also help you save on your utility bills by preventing the sun from shining inside your building. This will keep your premises much cooler in the summer and allow you to use less air conditioning.
If you have a retractable awning, then you could also retract it on the days in the winter when the sun is shining, thus taking advantage of the great heating properties of the sun, keeping your location warmer and using less energy to heat it.
AGC Signs: For the Best Commercial Awnings
If you need custom commercial awnings, contact AGC Signs. AGC Signs can help you design and will manufacture any type of signage you require, including commercial awnings.
We have over 10 years of experience in the signage industry in Ontario, so we can help you design the perfect sign.
We strive to exceed industry standards by providing our clients with superior signage solutions through in-house custom design, fabrication, and installation. We do it all from start to finish - that’s why AGC Signs is your one-stop signage destination.
We can help you consider all factors involved in the creation of your signage, including structural requirements, municipal by-law requirements and permits, as well as the architectural features of the building where it will be located.
All of our technicians are highly skilled and extremely hard-working. We also use only top-of-the-line equipment. You can trust us to do the job right; we do all of the work ourselves and never subcontract it out. Contact us today for a free quote.
“AGC Signs was absolutely professional in all aspects. Their work is exemplary, and their customer service is fantastic. I would highly recommend AGC Signs to anyone looking for quality work and service.”
