The entrance is the handshake of a building — and a bare doorway in the rain says nobody thought about the people walking in. A canopy fixes that: a fabricated cover over entrances, windows, walkways and ATMs that shelters people, protects the door from weather and gives the façade a finished, deliberate look.
TrueInstaller connects you with verified canopy fabricators who design, weld and mount canopies in polycarbonate, glass, metal sheet and tensile fabric.
Canopy styles we build
- Entrance door canopies — compact cantilever covers over main doors and shop entries.
- Glass canopies — toughened/laminated glass on SS spider or MS frames for a premium look.
- Polycarbonate canopies — light-filtering, unbreakable and budget-friendly.
- Walkway canopies — covered paths connecting gates, parking and lobbies.
- Tensile canopies — sculpted membrane forms for gardens, cafés and event areas.
Indicative pricing (installed)
| Build | Approx. price (per sq. ft.) |
|---|---|
| MS frame + polycarbonate | ₹250 – ₹400 |
| MS/SS frame + toughened glass | ₹450 – ₹750 |
| Tensile membrane canopy | ₹300 – ₹550 |
Projection, height and material grade decide the price — post your requirement for a surveyed quote.
Installation process
- Post your requirement — where the canopy goes, rough width/projection and your city.
- Survey & design — anchoring surface, slope and drainage planned; design sketch agreed.
- Fabrication — frame welded, primed and finished; glazing/sheeting cut to size (3–6 days).
- Mounting — brackets anchored into RCC, canopy erected, sealed and water-tested.
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Frequently asked questions
Glass or polycarbonate for an entrance canopy?
Glass looks premium and stays crystal clear; polycarbonate is lighter, tougher against impact and cheaper. For high-traffic public entrances, laminated glass or polycarbonate are the safe picks.
Does a canopy need pillars?
Most door canopies are cantilevered from the wall with rods or brackets — no pillars. Long walkways use slim posts every few metres.
How is rainwater handled?
The canopy is set with a slight fall, and larger units get a concealed gutter and downpipe so water doesn't sheet off the front edge.
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