About us

We are owner-operators with a wealth of experience within the awning industry. We have a customer-first approach and are always happy to talk through any requirements you have over the phone.

Over the 37 years there is nothing we have seen or repaired. We are punctual, friendly tidy, and polite and respect that it is your home. We can obtain and fit original or replacement parts for your awning directly from manufacturers. As owner-operators, we can give a personal fast, reliable, and friendly service with quick and accurate quotations and fast completion times. As a small team, you will always be talking to someone who will be involved from first contact to completion.

Kevin

Kevin has been in the awning and window blind industry for over 30 years. You could say he has a solid background within the industry! Working with internal and external shading over the years, Kevin has a good understanding of what is required to deliver Shade That Works. The Awning industry is vast and Kevin has worked in many areas. Now he works in the area he loves the most… direct contact with clients, fixing, installing, and maintaining.  It’s the most rewarding area to work in because clients love a job done well. He’s a bit of a genius around all things awning and shade and brings a much-admired dose of common sense to the job.  If you want sound advice and no-nonsense help, then Kevin is your man. He always has an enthusiastic positive attitude. Maintaining and repairing awnings over the years he has gained a wealth of knowledge and technical ability. Kevin says “Keep it simple, safe, and secure and you will not go wrong”. There are almost no scenarios that Kevin has not come across over the years so you will have great advice backed by a sound understanding of awnings systems and installation.

About Kevin at Shade That Works
About Mark at Shade That Works

Mark

Coming from a background of garden design and landscaping Mark has a wealth of knowledge and deeply understands how outdoor spaces are utilised. He has a natural ability to design outdoor living areas that are practical, clean, and functional. Backed by his background knowledge of groundworks, patios, gardens, and fencing he is an invaluable asset to Shade That Works. Mark moved from being a professional plumber to the awning industry. He has a high level of skill around all things mechanical and technical. He has a meticulous eye for detail including picking up small things that Kevin drops into flower beds and drains! He is a reliable and trusted installer within the awning trade and has a great rapport with clients. He says “A reliable friendly attitude goes a long way”.

Mark

Coming from a background of garden design and landscaping Mark has a wealth of knowledge and deeply understands how outdoor spaces are utilised. He has a natural ability to design outdoor living areas that are practical, clean, and functional. Backed by his background knowledge of groundworks, patios, gardens, and fencing he is an invaluable asset to Shade That Works. Mark moved from being a professional plumber to the awning industry. He has a high level of skill around all things mechanical and technical. He has a meticulous eye for detail including picking up small things that Kevin drops into flower beds and drains! He is a reliable and trusted installer within the awning trade and has a great rapport with clients. He says “A reliable friendly attitude goes a long way”.