Fixed screening works well for many outdoor spaces, while some homeowners prefer a screen that can retract when it is not needed. On a lanai with a water view, an outdoor dining area, or a covered patio that opens to the yard, motorized screens provide the flexibility to screen an opening when desired and raise the screen when a more open view is preferred.
Sarasota Screen Enclosures supplies and installs residential motorized screens, including SUNPRO motorized screen products and custom motorized screens.
How retractable motorized screens work
Motorized screens use a powered retractable system that raises and lowers screening across an opening. Depending on the system and installation, the screen may retract into an overhead housing and travel along guides at the sides. Control options and operating features vary by product and project.
Where motorized outdoor screens work best
- Lanais and outdoor living areas with open bays between columns.
- Outdoor dining areas where airflow and an open view are valued.
- Covered patios where electric screens for patios offer screening when it is wanted.
- Larger residential openings, where custom motorized screens can be considered if the dimensions, structure and selected system allow.
Choosing a motorized screen system
Screening
Depending on the selected motorized screen system, available screening may be designed around priorities such as insect reduction, visibility, sun exposure or privacy.
Size and mounting
Custom motorized screens can be planned around the dimensions and conditions of the opening. The width and height of the opening, the surrounding structure and the mounting conditions can all affect system selection and installation.
Controls
Control options vary by motorized screen system. Available operating and automation features can be discussed for the selected product and project.
Motorized screens in the Sarasota climate
Sarasota's strong sun, warm evenings and insect activity are some of the reasons homeowners consider retractable screening. Depending on the screening selected, motorized screens may help reduce insects, glare or sun exposure while allowing the opening to be raised when screening is not needed.
Who residential motorized screens are right for
Motorized screens may be suitable for homeowners who value an open view when screening is raised, entertain in covered outdoor spaces, prefer retractable screening to permanently fixed screen, or have suitable larger openings. Businesses can consider similar systems for patios and guest areas. Learn more about our commercial motorized screens.