Define the purpose of the outdoor space.
Start with the area you want to cover and how you intend to use it. Mark seating, doors, walking routes and the relationship to the building. Decide whether the priority is shade, an overhead canopy or a more enclosed arrangement.
Pergola and canopy options appeared in the existing Aluminc catalogue. Ask our team to confirm current availability and the suitable configuration for your location. Accessories and enclosures should be reviewed with the selected system.
Coordinate the structure and drainage.
Share the support locations, proposed connection to the building, ground conditions and levels. Loads, foundations, anchoring and any required approvals need project-specific review by the responsible professionals.
Discuss where collected water will go and how the proposed structure meets the building. Do not assume an operable roof, screen or glazed enclosure creates a heated room or provides the same weather protection as an exterior wall.
Plan accessories before the order.
If you want screens, lighting or powered operation, identify them early. Review cable routes, access for servicing and the location of controls. Confirm which components are included and which need a separate trade.
Check the finished height, clearances and access for unloading and assembly. Select finishes alongside your sliding doors or folding doors so the terrace reads as one considered design.
What to send.
- Site photographs and a dimensioned terrace plan
- Proposed height, support points and connection to the house
- Intended roof, side-screen or enclosure arrangement
- Project location, finish preferences and desired installation scope
We will review the enquiry with you before a specification is agreed. Ask about pergola and canopy options.