If you want to keep the sun from shining directly onto your windows an awning can be a great solution but unfortunately buying one and having it installed can be expensive however if you have a bit of diy know how you could opt to save some money and make your own.
How to build your own door awning.
Drill 3 or more holes into the house.
How to build a wood awning over a door.
It must extend at least 1 foot past the side of the door opening and at least 3 feet above the door.
How to build a wood door awning step 1 remove the siding with a flat pry bar from the area above the doorway.
Hold the frame to the house and mark the holes for drilling where you placed brackets.
Measure the length of the window or door where you want to install an awning.
How to build your own all weather awning step 1.
Not too long ago we were under the impression that door awnings were all striped scalloped and rounded the kind of thing that might adorn an old timey storefront or your grandma s cottage.
An awning over your front door can instantly make your house look more attractive and that also gives it an extra level of curb appeal when the time comes to sell.
As this blog explains it s a relatively demanding project but if you are up for a challenge it shouldn t be impossible to manage.