Why We Send CAD Drawings Before You Buy
Buying a custom awning online usually means crossing your fingers and hoping the thing that shows up matches what you pictured. We took that risk off the table. Before we build your awning, we send you CAD drawings of your specific product so you can see exactly what you're getting and verify it before a single piece is fabricated.
What a CAD drawing actually shows you
A CAD (computer-aided design) drawing is a precise, to-scale technical drawing of your awning — dimensions, projection, mounting details, and configuration. It's not a generic catalog picture; it's your awning, drawn to the measurements and options you selected.
Why this matters more than you'd think
You catch issues before they're expensive. A wrong dimension or a clearance problem is easy to fix on paper and costly to fix after production. Reviewing drawings first prevents that.
You get exactly what you ordered. When you approve a drawing, you and we are working from the same source of truth. No surprises on delivery day.
It makes approvals easy. For commercial jobs, drawings are essential for permitting, landlord sign-offs, and coordinating with other trades. We give you documentation other platforms simply don't provide.
Why most competitors can't do this
Drawings of your specific product require in-house engineering and manufacturing. Sellers who resell fixed-size catalog units or import finished goods have nothing custom to draw — you get whatever standard size is closest. Because we design and build in-house, every order can be drawn, verified, and confirmed before we cut metal.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to approve drawings before you build?
For custom work, drawings let you verify everything up front so the finished awning matches your expectations exactly.
Can I use the drawings for permits or landlord approval?
Yes — they're a big help for commercial permitting and sign-offs.
What if I want a change after seeing the drawing?
That's exactly the point of sending them. We adjust before production, not after.
Want a custom awning you can verify before you buy? Contact us to start a build and we'll prepare your drawings.
Written by Corey Courtright
Second-Generation Awning Manufacturer & Industry Expert
Corey Courtright is a second-generation awning manufacturer and a recognized innovator in aluminum TIG-welded structures within the awning industry. With over 38 years of hands-on experience, he has worked across every facet of the business—from fabrication and sewing to welding, installation, sales, and service—giving him a rare, comprehensive understanding of the craft. Starting his career as a pipe threader, Corey went on to build and lead multiple successful awning companies. Now based in Florida since 2016, he brings deep technical expertise, proven leadership, and a legacy of innovation to every project and insight he shares.