A louvered patio cover, also called an operable pergola, is a dynamic new outdoor living product for homeowners across the United States. These structures feature movable roofs so that people can enjoy them as pergolas and as patio covers. When the weather is nice and the sun is shining, you can use a simple motor to open up the slats of the roof to have dappled sunlight and beautiful views. Then, if the weather turns bad or your time outside comes to an end and you want to protect your patio furniture, you can close the roof and have protection from the elements.

There are many reasons to choose one of these operable pergolas for your home, rather than simply installing a traditional pergola or a solid-roof patio cover. For example, you’ll be able to control the amount of sunlight and shade you receive when you’re outside. This is also useful for growing a garden on your porch, ensuring your plants receive an adequate amount of light to flourish. What’s more, a louvered patio cover could potentially save you money, as you’ll be able to regulate the amount of direct sunlight that hits the windows near the patio. Since your windows will be shaded, it may help to reduce your heating and cooling costs.

TEMO manufactures durable louvered patio covers for homeowners throughout the country. Made of heavy gauge extruded aluminum and featuring TEMKOR corbels capping the rafters and beams, these structures are highly durable and able to stand strong throughout all of nature’s elements. They also come equipped with a slow-motion motor that has a 500-lb push/pull force to make opening and closing the roof simple.

It’s easy to see why louvered patio cover products are ideal outdoor living structures for homes. If you’re ready to install your system, contact TEMO today.