Charlotte Awnings & Patio Covers
Custom shade solutions for homes and businesses across the Charlotte metro.
Charlotte's hot summers and mild winters make outdoor space valuable — but only if you can actually use it. A good awning keeps your patio comfortable in July, your storefront visible year-round, and your energy bills lower than they'd be without one.
We're The Awning Shop, based in Shelby — about 45 minutes west of Charlotte. We've been building custom awnings, canopies, and patio covers for Carolina homes and businesses since 1984. We design it, build it, and install it ourselves. No subcontractors. No runaround.
Charlotte is our biggest metro market, and we know what works here. The summer heat is relentless — June through September, you're looking at 90+ degree days and intense afternoon sun. That's hard on your west-facing windows, brutal on an unshaded patio, and expensive if you're cooling a storefront with full sun exposure. Residential awnings and patio covers aren't just about comfort — they're about making your outdoor space usable and cutting your cooling costs by 20% or more.
Whether you're in South End, Dilworth, Ballantyne, or out by Lake Norman, we've worked in your neighborhood. And if you're running a restaurant or cafe anywhere in the Charlotte area, you already know how important patio seating is. We help you keep those tables full — rain or shine.
For Charlotte Homeowners
- Door & window awnings — cut the heat coming through west-facing windows, protect your front door from afternoon sun, and add instant curb appeal to homes in Myers Park, Dilworth, or anywhere in the metro
- Patio covers — fixed aluminum shade for decks and patios so you can actually use your outdoor space during Charlotte's long, hot summers
- Retractable awnings — perfect for Lake Norman homes or South End rowhomes where you want flexibility — shade when you need it, open sky when you don't
- Bahama shutters — great for sun control on south-facing windows, and they look sharp on Charlotte's brick colonials and craftsman homes
- Patio enclosures with retractable curtains — extend your season with clear vinyl or canvas curtains that roll down when the weather turns
Fabric or metal. Sunbrella with a 10-year warranty or powder-coated aluminum in 100+ colors. We'll help you pick what's right for your home and your block.
For Charlotte Businesses
- Storefront awnings — make your entrance impossible to miss on a busy block in South End, NoDa, or anywhere in Charlotte — custom graphics, bold colors, backlit options
- Signage & backlit awnings — your brand, visible day and night, with custom fabrication and LED lighting that works
- Restaurant patio covers — Charlotte's dining scene lives outdoors. Keep your patio tables full year-round with fixed covers or retractable systems. We've worked with restaurants on South Tryon, North Davidson, and in every neighborhood between
- Patio enclosures with retractable curtains — extend your outdoor seating season into fall and early spring with roll-down curtains in clear vinyl or canvas. More usable months = more revenue
- Cafe & brewery shade — if you've got sidewalk seating or a beer garden, you need shade. We'll design something that fits your space and your vibe
We work with retail shops, restaurants, breweries, salons, offices, and professional buildings across Charlotte. If you're in hospitality, you already know how important outdoor seating is here. We help you maximize it.
Charlotte Neighborhoods We Serve
We install awnings across the Charlotte metro, including:
West Charlotte: Steele Creek, Berewick, Whitehall, Charlotte-Douglas area
South Charlotte: Ballantyne, Pineville, Matthews, Weddington
Central Charlotte: South End, NoDa, Plaza Midwood, Dilworth, Myers Park
North Charlotte: University City, Highland Creek, Prosperity Village
Lake Norman adjacent: Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson
Don't see your neighborhood? If you're in the Charlotte area, we can get to you.
After getting quotes from three companies, we went with The Awning Shop for our patio cover. They weren't the cheapest, but they were the only ones who actually came out, measured correctly, and explained why our first idea wouldn't work. Saved us from making a mistake.
— Mark, Mooresville NC
For Architects & Designers in Charlotte
Working on a residential or commercial project in the Charlotte market? We partner with architects, landscape designers, and builders across the metro. Bring us your drawings or loop us in early — we'll help you spec the right product and handle the install.
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