Bronze-framed IBR aluminium fixed awning over a Cape Town patio

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IBR-profile aluminium awnings for patios, carports and entrances — rust-free, fully watertight, low maintenance. Custom-fabricated and installed across the Western Cape.

Free site visit · Lifetime corrosion guarantee · 3–5 week lead time

Fixed Awnings

One profile. Every season. No moving parts.

A fixed aluminium awning is a permanent, fully watertight roof over a patio, carport or entrance — built from powder-coated aluminium with baked-enamel IBR roofing sheets and a concealed box gutter. No timber to rot, no steel to rust, no moving parts to service.

Every awning is custom-fabricated for your site and installed at the correct pitch, fully sealed and drained. It performs from day one and keeps performing through salt air, Cape Doctor wind, hard UV and heavy winter rain — with nothing more than the occasional rinse.

100%
Watertight by design
0
Moving parts / maintenance
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Roofing profiles
Lifetime
Corrosion guarantee
Choose your profile

Two roofing options

Solid IBR for full cover, or IBR with polycarbonate skylight inserts for filtered daylight beneath.

Built for the Cape

Structural strength, slim profile.

IBR (Inverted Box Rib) aluminium roofing spans longer distances without sagging and shrugs off heavy wind loads — a bold, contemporary overhead profile that suits modern homes, garages and large entertainment areas. Where possible we span from the house to just two front posts, keeping the space below open.

IBR baked-enamel aluminium roofing — no rust
Concealed box gutter & downpipe — fully watertight
Powder-coated aluminium frame, beams & posts
Wall-attached or freestanding
LED downlights, fans & skylights designed in
IBR aluminium fixed awning detail, Cape Town
How it works

From brief to hand-over

01

Brief & site visit

A free, no-obligation site visit anywhere in the Cape Town area. We measure, photograph, and talk through configurations, materials and finishes.

02

Design & quote

A detailed, fixed written quote with finish samples and pricing — within 48 hours of the site visit. No surprises on the day.

03

Fabrication

Your structure is cut, drilled and powder-coated to your colour, then quality-checked before it leaves for site.

04

Install & hand-over

Our own crew installs — residential jobs typically in one to two days — finishing with clean-up and a controls walkthrough.

Guaranteed

We stand behind every install

Current terms apply to installations from 1 June 2026. Installations completed before then keep the guarantee in place at the time — see our terms.

Lifetime
Corrosion guarantee
10 Year
Structural guarantee
2 Year
Workmanship guarantee
Carport FAQs

Good to know

How much does an aluminium carport cost in Cape Town?
Every carport is custom-built, so the price depends on the roofing style you choose (louvre, aluminium ceiling or fixed IBR), the span, the number of bays and any add-ons. We provide a fixed, fully itemised written quote within a few business days of your free on-site assessment — supply and installation included.
Is aluminium better than steel for a carport?
Yes — aluminium does not rust, which makes it far better suited to Cape Town’s coastal conditions than steel. Aluminium carports need no painting, rust treatment or sanding, and the powder-coat finish holds its colour for decades. Steel carports near the coast can begin rusting within a few years and need ongoing maintenance.
Can a carport be freestanding or attached to the house?
Both options are available. A wall-attached carport connects to your house and needs fewer posts — ideal for single or double bays next to the building. A freestanding carport stands on its own posts and suits open driveways, detached garages or parking away from the house. We recommend the best configuration on the free site visit.
How long does it take to install an aluminium carport?
Most carport installations are completed in one to two days. Fabrication takes about 5–7 business days after design sign-off, then we schedule installation to suit you. From free site visit to completed install, the typical timeline is 2–3 weeks.
Can you build a carport over an existing driveway or paving?
Yes. We build over existing paving, concrete or soil. Where posts fall on paving or concrete we core-drill and set them in concrete footings; where they fall on soil or lawn we cast footings directly. The driveway surface itself is not affected. We discuss post placement on the site visit to minimise disruption.
Do aluminium carports come with a guarantee?
Yes. Every carport carries our lifetime corrosion guarantee, a 10-year structural guarantee and a 2-year workmanship guarantee — all provided in writing with the installation.
Can I add lighting or side screens to my carport?
Yes. LED downlights and security lighting integrate into the aluminium frame during fabrication — wiring routes invisibly through the posts and beams with no exposed conduit. Side screens in aluminium, polycarbonate or lattice can be added for wind, rain or privacy. All add-ons are specified at quoting stage so the carport arrives complete.
What roofing options are available?
Three styles: fixed IBR profile (baked-enamel sheets — most popular and best value), aluminium ceiling carport (flat panel for a finished look), and louvre awning carport (motorised or manual adjustable blades). Polycarbonate skylight inserts can be added to IBR and ceiling carports for natural daylight.
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Fixed awnings we’ve built

Aluminium fixed awning installation, Cape Town
Aluminium fixed awning installation, Cape Town
Aluminium fixed awning installation, Cape Town
Aluminium fixed awning installation, Cape Town
Aluminium fixed awning installation, Cape Town
Aluminium fixed awning installation, Cape Town
Fixed awning FAQs

Good to know

What is a fixed aluminium awning?
A permanent, non-adjustable aluminium roof — usually an IBR profile — over a patio, carport or entrance. The frame, beams and posts are powder-coated aluminium and the roofing is baked-enamel aluminium sheet, so it is fully watertight with zero moving parts and low maintenance.
IBR profile or polycarbonate skylights — which should I choose?
Solid IBR roofing gives complete shade and 100% weather cover with real structural rigidity. Adding architectural multiwall polycarbonate skylight inserts lets filtered natural daylight through underneath while staying fully watertight and UV-protected. Choose based on how much light you want beneath the awning.
Is a fixed awning completely watertight?
Yes. Every awning is installed at the correct pitch with sealed joints and an integrated, concealed baked-enamel box gutter and downpipe, so rainwater drains away cleanly with no drips, leaks or exposed fixings — tested against Cape Town’s heaviest winter rain before handover.
Can it be wall-attached or freestanding?
Both. A wall-attached awning spans from the house to a couple of front posts, keeping the area open; a freestanding awning stands on its own posts for driveways or detached areas. We recommend the best configuration on the free site visit.
How much does a fixed aluminium awning cost?
Every awning is custom-fabricated, so the price depends on span, profile, number of posts and any add-ons such as lighting or skylights. We provide a fixed, fully itemised written quote within a few business days of your free on-site assessment.

Start your project

Free on-site visit, fixed quote within 48 hours. Anywhere in Cape Town and the Western Cape.

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What are you looking at?

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The space

Rough numbers are fine — we confirm everything on the free site visit.

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Your details

We'll come back with a fixed quote within 48 hours of the site visit.

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Indicative pricing
From R2 100/m²
Fixed Awnings

Permanent, fully weatherproof solid patio covers using IBR or sheet aluminium profiles.

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Indicative starting price per square metre, for typical Cape Town installations. Final quote — subject to site assessment, span, configuration, motorisation and finish — is issued in writing after a free site visit. See full price comparison.

Kim Hello Peter

So happy with our new awning. Mike from Aluminium Awnings sorted everything out for us, even the little extras we asked for at the last minute.

Christopher Snupit

Really happy with the whole experience. The team at Aluminium Awnings were on time, tidy and did exactly what they said they would. Our patio is finally usable in summer.

Hendrik Hello Peter

Aluminium Awnings Cape Town het ons heeltemal beïndruk. Die kwaliteit is uitstekend en die prys was billik. Ons sal hulle beslis aanbeveel.

Lamine Hello Peter

Beautiful job. Aluminium Awnings were neat and polite, and the install crew Vincent and Pfunzo finished exactly when they said they would. We love sitting outside now even when it drizzles.

RIAAN Hello Peter

Honestly the best money we've spent on the house. Aluminium Awnings were spot on, and where we are in Durbanville gets a lot of wind but it holds up perfectly.

Nomsa Hello Peter

From the first phone call to the final clean up Aluminium Awnings Cape Town were brilliant. So happy we found someone reliable in Bloubergstrand.

Loiz Hello Peter

The louvre roof they installed has completely changed our outdoor area. We can open it when it's sunny and close it when the rain comes in. Thanks Aluminium Awnings.

Annelize Hello Peter

Ek is baie tevrede met Aluminium Awnings. Die span was vriendelik en het alles netjies gelos. Ons stoep is nou ons gunsteling plek in die huis.

kevin Hello Peter

Quick, clean and fair priced. Aluminium Awnings did a great job on our louvre awning and I'd use them again without thinking twice.

Sander Hello Peter

Very impressed with Aluminium Awnings. Good communication throughout and the quality is exactly what we hoped for.

Brandon H Hello Peter

Got a few quotes and Aluminium Awnings were the most professional by far. Lance talked us through all the options without any pressure and the stoep looks amazing now.

Lucas J Hello Peter

We use our braai area so much more now thanks to Aluminium Awnings. Lekker quality and the guys were friendly.

Liam K Hello Peter

Top class service from Aluminium Awnings Cape Town. They came out, measured everything properly and the install was quick. No complaints at all.