You probably found this article after googling around and getting frustrated because no one will give you a quick price. That’s what you really want isn’t it? The challenge is the price of a motorized retractable screen has a lot, and we mean a lot of variables like:
So with all that in mind, here you go:
An average installed price for a motorized retractable screen is anywhere from $3000-6000 dollars. There are plenty that fall below, and just as many that will price above that range, but it gives you a realistic idea of a motorized retractable screen cost. Keep reading to understand more about why retractable screens cost what they do, and why not all motorized screens are the same.
Let’s start here to make sure we are talking about the same thing. First of all, a motorized retractable screen is very different from a retractable screen door, although many businesses that sell one sell the other as well. Depending on where you live, retractable screens go by different names including – Power Screen, Motion Screen, Executive Screen, even Phantom Screen which is actually a brand name.
Motorized Retractable Screens are on the cutting edge of the modern outdoor lifestyle. Remote controlled, and electric, these screens are there when you need them, and retracted out of sight when you don’t. Usually equipped with sidetracks (which we HIGHLY recommend) they offer a barrier for bugs and animals while providing a great backyard experience and breeze.
To confuse you a bit more- we here at Apollo make a motorized retractable screen door perfect for bifold doors (it’s the only one).
While originally developed as bug proof screens for patios, backyards, and porch enclosures these motorized systems have evolved. With literally dozens of mesh options that are developed specifically for this product, motorized retractable screen systems can offer sun protection, privacy, even a movie screen for a projector. Of course, you can still opt for a bug screen- Twitchell even offers bug screens in both black or white colors, and come with a 15 year warranty. Made in the USA- it’s the longest warranty in the business which is why we use them exclusively, while most screen manufacturers use Phifer. Phifer is slightly less expensive, but their warranty pales in comparison.
This is important, so if you’ve read this far please pay attention. In the previous section we discussed how motorized retractable screens are meant for the outdoors, and they can be so much more than bug screens. The thing to look out for is an interior shade company dabbling in retractable screens. They may not understand that these are not the same product. A key give-away is how the fabrics are labeled. An interior fabric has a fiberglass core, while exterior are made of nylon. This is a big deal. Interior fabric will not last outside.
An interior solar material that blocks 95% of the UV is referred to as a 5% percent solar fabric. The same blockage on an exterior fabric will be referred to as a 95% solar! Keep an eye out!
This is a little tougher- you can browse our fill line of motorized patio screens, or we have an article on the best motorized patio screens.You have to first decide if you are going to buy something online and install it yourself or if you are going to hire a professional. Keep in mind that these are big, heavy, and require programming
Note-able brands besides Apollo include Phantom, Progressive, Universal, and Rainier. They all have different design features and price points, as well as dealer networks, so do your research – you’ll find the answers you need.
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