Undercover blinds & shade systems

Polycarbonate hoods are everywhere right now. You see them above front doors, side paths, and north-facing windows, quietly doing the job of letting light in while keeping weather out. If you are considering a polycarbonate awning, the big question usually comes next. Is this a simple DIY job, or one best left to professionals? The answer depends less on the sheet itself and more on what happens around it. DIY kits vs custom frames Modular polycarbonate kits often start around $150 and look deceptively simply. Panels slot in, brackets screw on, and suddenly you have coverage. The issue is not the polycarbonate. It is the interface with your home. Professional installations use custom-fabricated frames and, more importantly, proper flashing. Flashing directs water away from cladding, brickwork, and internal wall cavities. Without it, rain can track behind the awning and slowly cause rot, mould, or internal leaks. This is where many DIY installs fail months later, not on day one....