SHADE IDEAS FOR LAKE HOMES


TAKE A BREAK FROM THE SUMMER SUN
Need shade for your lake home in Northern Indiana or Southwest Michigan? Lake homes are a great getaway. Spending the day on the lake swimming, boating, skiing, and soaking up the sun is a great way to spend the summer.
After a long day of sun, having a shady spot to relax in or to entertain family and friends is important. Sometimes you need a place to hide away from the heat and harmful UV rays. Take a break from the hot summer sun under a pergola, patio cover, or retractable awning. At WA Zimmer, we provide creative shade solutions that allow you to maximize your lake home’s outdoor spaces while staying cool and comfortable.
Pergolas, patio covers, and retractable awnings not only give you a shady spot on your hot deck, patio, or yard for when you’re ready to get out of the sun, but they also provide protection from the elements and give you a decorative place to entertain or relax with family and friends.
Shade Ideas for Your Lake Home
At WA Zimmer, we understand the unique needs of lake homeowners and are dedicated to helping you create the perfect outdoor oasis. Our custom shade solutions are designed to enhance your comfort and enjoyment while maintaining the natural beauty of your surroundings. Don’t let the sun, heat, or a light popup shower chase you indoors, shade your space with one of our shade products and enjoy your outdoor oasis. Contact us today to explore our range of options and start designing the ideal shaded space for your southwest Michigan or northern Indiana lake home.
Contact W.A. Zimmer today at (260) 366-8111 to schedule your onsite estimate and learn how easy it is to add shade to your lake home!
Tell us how you envision using your patio—and we’ll make it happen!
CHOOSE YOUR SHADE

PERGOLA
Choose from our traditional pergola, operable pergola, or Dry Cool pergola.

RETRACTABLE AWNING
Sun or shade at the push of a button.

PATIO COVER
100% shade, 100% of the time.
OUR EASY 4-STEP PROCESS
FIND OUT HOW EASY IT IS TO ADD MAGNATRACK TO YOUR SPACE

STEP 1
Visit a Showroom or Schedule a Consultation
Visit our Huntington or Elkhart, Indiana showroom to learn more about MagnaTrack screens, or an in-home consultation. We’ll talk through your goals, answer questions, and help you determine the best options for your space.

STEP 2
Design Consultation
We’ll talk through your space, goals, and how you want to use it. Our team will review MagnaTrack screen options, take measurements, and help you choose the right materials, colors, and controls.

STEP 3
Custom Design & Planning
Once we’ve finalized the details, we’ll prepare a custom plan for your project, including screen specifications, pricing, and the next steps for installation.

STEP 4
Professional Installation
Our installation team will install your custom MagnaTrack screens, test the system, and make sure everything is operating smoothly before we wrap up.


















