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Alumawood Insulated Roofed Patio Cover Kits

Many times we choose a product based primarily on its cost which is natural. In other words, what does the patio cover cost? That said, Alumawood by Amerimax is the flagship in Aluminum Patio and Pergola covered systems. Alumawood offers multiple different types of patio covers systems, however, today we’ll be focusing on the insulated version.

Alumawood Patio Cover Kit Cost Calculator

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Within these systems is their top-of-the-line Alumawood Insulated (IRP) patio cover. What makes the Alumawood insulated cover the best? Well, there are multiple reasons and we’ll go over them here, but here’s a few…

• Cools ambients temperatures below the cover
• 3” thick structural foam core
• Hidden ceiling fan channel (fan beam)
• Wood-like embossed texture

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Escape the Los Angeles Heat

Topping the list of benefits is the fact that the insulated over has the ability to cool, or provide cooler temperatures under the cover. Leave it to Amerimax to design a patio cover that possesses insulated panels which cool as they provide shelter.

Secondly, to clear up any confusion as to what an insulated panel is; the Alumawood insulated roofed patio cover is just that, an insulated roofed patio cover. The covers panels are 3″ thick and manufacture of high-density foam.
The covers, therefore, offer an R rating much higher than that of concrete tile or torch down roofing materials you might find on a wood patio cover.

Alumawood Aluminum Insulated Patio Cover

The Alumawood insulated roofed patio cover is an all-aluminum patio cover which means there is no wood to rot. The cover is specifically engineered for many different and sometimes unique installation applications.

Hence, installing this cover is extremely easy, and just about anyone can do it with the help of the Alumawood instruction manual. Of course, when in doubt, you can always call us and we can either offer assistance over the phone or if you’re close… stop by and offer some assistance.

Benefits of an All-Aluminum Patio Cover

What aluminum patio covers are not, is food for termites to begin with. Lets first assume that you have no experience with aluminum patio covers until now. Traditionally, wood patio covers are the choice for most. I’m assuming this is because of wood’s popularity over the years.

Be that as it may…, times are evolving. Actually, Alumawood patio covers aren’t all that new to the patio cover market. In fact, these aluminum covers have been around for well over 35+ years. In essence, they are time tested and proven as a solid alternative to wood.

Here are a few disadvantages of wood patio covers

• Wood deteriorates and turns to dust compared to aluminum
• Patio covers built of wood require maintenance which costs money
• Termites love wood
• Special engineering is sometimes needed (costs you money)

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It seems like a no-brainer from where I’m sitting. Who on this earth wants to spend money years after they’ve already invested thousands in the original construction of their wood patio cover?

What comes in a Patio Cover DIY Kit

As soon as you receive your DIY patio cover kit, you’ll quickly see that there are many parts. Have no fear, the plethora of aluminum sheet metal before you will easily converge into a beautiful alumawood insulated roofed patio cover. Once you’ve picked your jaw up off the floor, took inventory of your garaged tools, you might want to start unpacking the Alumawood kit.

In the Alumawood patio cover kit, you will find a list of components that will eventually come together to make a complete patio cover. Here are some of the parts you should have.

• Large girder of Alumawood beam
• Posts which hold up the patio cover
• Post covers (2-2×6) which protect the post front and back and are filled with structural foam
• Steel post insert – A structural member which inserts into the post
• Bases and post/beam attachment for the post – At the bottom and top
• Insulated Roof Panels
• IRP Hanger – It’s what the insulated patio cover panels attach to the home with
• Caulking
• Panel tape
• Flashing – Connected to a wall of the home to cover
• Gutter assembly
• Side plates – Sides of IRP
• Wrap kit – The little pieces that stick out the front of the cover
• Screws bolts

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Alumawood color choices

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We Sell Alumawood Spare Parts

Let’s say that upon the installation of your kit, you damage a member. Have no fear. Patiocovered offers spare parts that are readily available at a moment’s notice.

It’s easy to order from us, just give us a call at 661-309-1149.

Alumawood insulated roofed patio cover – not easily damaged

Unlike wood, aluminum patio covers are obviously more subjected to physical damage. Let’s face it, its aluminum. That said, Amerimax took precautions to make the vulnerable areas more protected. They do this with the use of structural foam, within the front and post covers.
Other than that and for the most part, the alumawood insulated roofed patio covers aren’t really that easy to damage. You almost have to try to dent it, unless of course, you’re a 5-year-old on a rampage armed with a tricycle.

Not the Aluminum of old

So, the most common comment I hear about the aluminum patio cover is that it’s straight out of the 70’s. Or, “It’s old, my Grandma had one”.. And is likened to mobile home carports.

None of these examples could be further from the truth. As a matter of fact, the new Aluminum covers really do look like real wood. When I was first introduced to the product, as a business owner only selling wood patio covers years ago, I was absolutely apprehensive. Let’s be honest, I too had the same reservations. It wasn’t until I viewed the product for the first time that I was taken back, because I honestly couldn’t tell the difference between a wood cover and the Alumawood pergola cover. The rest is history. 🙂