About Able Canopies FAQ’s

We are a specialist supplier that designs, manufactures and installs canopies, shelters and shade sails using our own trained teams of installers so that you get a service that is second to none.

We have over 15 years of experience in the commercial canopy industry and are dedicated to excellent customer service as well as providing our customers with high quality products that are robust and made to last.

Yes, we have been certified by many accredited bodies for a number of standards and regulations so you can rest assure that you are dealing with professional company that is organised, safe and reliable. Click here to view our certifications.

No, we do not employ commission driven sales people so you will not get hounded with telephone calls. What we do promise, is to contact you once we have sent your quote out, to ensure you have everything you need.

Do you supply your canopies, shelters and shade sail to the domestic market?
No, our products are high quality, commercial grade structures and we only supply them to commercial customers such as schools, shops, councils, hotels, the leisure and tourism industry and the healthcare sector.

Our sister company Canoports UK suppliers carports, canopies & verandas to the domestic market, please click here view their website Canoports UK or call 0330 053 9853.

Yes, we have a wide selection of free guides including:

• A-Z Fundraising Pack – Over 48 fundraising ideas
• Funding Guide – Contains a selection of grants that you may be entitle to
• How to Get the Most Out of Your Canopy Guide – Outdoor play ideas to help you get the most out of your canopy
• The Good Canopy Guide – A guide to buying a canopy
• Planning Guide – A guide to our free planning assistance
• The Ultimate Shade Sail Guide – A guide to buying shade sails
• The Good Awning Guide – A guide to awnings
• Totally Timber – A guide to timber canopies
• Sun Safe Activity Pack – A fun pack for children to learn how to stay safe in the sun
• Solar Carport & Solar Canopy Guide – A guide to solar canopies an how they work

Yes, we can submit planning documents for you and we also have a handy free guide that goes through the process. To find out more view our planning assistance pages.

Yes, we have a free funding guide which outlines the major grants that you may be eligible for. We also have a free A-Z Fundraising Pack which contains ideas from A-Z for raising funds within your school or voluntary organisation.

Yes, our products are excellent value for your money. We have designed systems which offer extremely high levels of quality and longevity at excellent values.

We aim to cause minimal disruption and many customers tell us that they barely notice we are there. Our products are supplied to your site in kits so they are ready to install quickly without drilling or welding, and we will always leave the site clean and tidy upon completion.

Yes, our surveyors and installation teams are all DBS checked.

Yes, the price quoted includes the product, full installation, removal of rubbish and making good unless otherwise stated.

Installation lead times depend on the time of year; however, we always endeavour to install your product as soon as possible. The installation of the itself depends entirely on the product chosen and the size of the structure.

We have installed thousands of canopies, shelters and shade sails across the UK. Contact us and we can send you a link which contains information for the installations completed near you.