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How Long Do Patio Covers Last in Phoenix?

How Long Do Patio Covers Last in Phoenix?

Patio cover lifespan in Phoenix depends heavily on material selection and exposure to extreme desert conditions. Aluminum patio covers endure 20-30 years or more under intense UV radiation and heat, while Alumawood variants maintain similar longevity with enhanced...

How Patio Covers Withstand Monsoon Winds & Rain in Phoenix

How Patio Covers Withstand Monsoon Winds & Rain in Phoenix

Patio covers for monsoon wind protection in Phoenix provide essential shelter against intense seasonal storms. Phoenix experiences powerful monsoon winds and heavy rains that pose challenges to outdoor structures, making engineered patio covers vital for property...

Best Patio Covers for Sun & Heat in Phoenix

Best Patio Covers for Sun & Heat in Phoenix

The best patio covers for sun and heat in Phoenix provide essential shade and thermal protection against intense desert conditions. Phoenix experiences extreme temperatures, with summer highs often surpassing 100°F, making outdoor spaces unusable without proper...

Why Choose a Patio Cover in Phoenix?

Why Choose a Patio Cover in Phoenix?

Patio covers in Phoenix deliver essential shade solutions for homeowners facing extreme desert heat. Intense sun exposure accelerates UV damage to skin and outdoor furnishings, making reliable patio covers crucial for safety and comfort. We at Royal Covers specialize...

Install Video: 11×24 Alumawood Solid Flat Pan in Scottsdale, AZ

Install Video: 11×24 Alumawood Solid Flat Pan in Scottsdale, AZ

Project Description: Royal Covers built this Alumawood solid style patio cover to provide backyard shade for this homeowner in Scottsdale, Arizona.  The Mojave Tan Alumawood material matches the home well and provides a modern feel to the newly shaded area.

Freestanding vs Attached Pergola

Freestanding vs Attached Pergola

Pergolas are getting popular by the day, and slowly becoming an architectural feature often found in contemporary gardens. Beyond providing shade and shelter, they enhance the visual appeal of outdoor spaces, creating inviting areas for relaxation and entertainment....

Awning vs Pergola

Awning vs Pergola

If you enjoy spending time in your backyard, adding an awning or pergola can enhance your space, whether rain or shine. So, if you are looking to expand the outdoor area or protect your outdoor seating from the elements, both options offer plenty of benefits. While...

What Is a Good Size for a Covered Patio?

What Is a Good Size for a Covered Patio?

Whether you're dreaming of intimate morning coffees or hosting weekend barbecues, finding the right size for your covered patio can feel overwhelming with countless design options and conflicting advice online. We understand that creating the perfect outdoor living...

Types of Pergola

Types of Pergola

Outdoor living spaces allow homeowners to create a unique look by incorporating greenery and structures like pergolas. However, decorating is not as simple as we might think, especially when it comes to choosing between the different types of pergola.  Luckily, with...

Large Alumawood Patio Cover with Fans and Lights

Large Alumawood Patio Cover with Fans and Lights

Project Description: Royal Covers built this large Alumawood patio cover with fans and lights to provide shade and a space to entertain for this homeowner in Scottsdale, Arizona.  The combination of Graphite framework with Mojave Tan pans matches the home well and...