Electric Retractable Awning

Retractable awnings models can be manual or electric (motorized). Electric retractable awnings utilize tubular motors you can control via remote control, a wall switch or even a smartphone app to retract, stop or extend the awning’s roof/fabric automatically. The app can also be used as a timer to have the retractable awning open and close at specific times of day or night.

How much do motorized awnings cost?

Motorized retractable awnings are a shading solution with plenty of benefits, and you can control them just with the touch of a button. However, this bed of roses usually comes with a price tag

Electric awnings are available in different price ranges, and you can find a model as low as $1,200 but also as high as $10,000 and even more. As a rule of thumb, motorized versions can add between $750  and $2,000  to a standard manual retracting mechanism, depending on the electric motor and accessories such as manual override, wind, motion, sun and rain sensors.

It would be best if you also considered that the cost of an electric awning does not end with the purchase. Since the motor needs 110v or 220v electricity to operate, it will add a minimal amount to your monthly bill.

Additional state-of-the-art accessories can add comfort and security and beautify your outdoor living or business area, but most don’t come for free. 

Here are some ideas on how you can upgrade your motorized retractable awning :

• Add motion or wind sensors that automatically retract the awning when the wind reaches a certain speed.
• Add dimming LED lights to enable nighttime usage and create the perfect ambiance.
• Automate the awning’s function by integrating it with your home’s smart system.
• Add other sensors to improve functionality and safety (rain, sun, wind, motion, combined).
• Install MP3 speakers to listen to anything you want anytime during the day.
• Automatically retract and extend your electric awning during specific times of the day by adding a timer.
• Add heaters to the shelter so your friends and family or clients can enjoy the outdoors, even on chilly days.

However, don’t forget that the motor is only a tiny part of what forms the price of a retractable awning.

Is an electric retractable awning worth it?

Electric retractable awnings are worth it if you need a larger-sized canopy to cover a big outdoor area in front of your house or business venue. They are frequently used for outdoor seating areas at restaurants and cafés and sports avenues where the width and projection are large and needed to protect many people. 

Depending on the awning fabric, a motorized model can protect from the sun and light rain conditions and automatically extend or retract the top cover quickly and efficiently. This type of awning can be beneficial for businesses with outdoor areas, large residential houses or people with disabilities.

How much does a remote control for a motorized awning cost?

If you’ve decided to purchase a motorized retractable roof, the vendor will send you a remote control or another operational device inside the package, which is included in the price. I say operational device because you can control many electric awnings and other retractable products via other methods and not solely using a  remote control. 

Like for example : 

• Wall-mounted switches 
• Group controls
• Keypad controls/key box
• iPhone or Android apps via a smartphone or tablet 
• Wired controls

Whatever the case, such a device would typically have a 5-year warranty period, and that’s if you get it from a reliable manufacturer specializing in tubular retractable awning motors (Somfy/Simu). After this period expires, your remote or wired device can stop functioning correctly, and you may need a replacement but this is highly unlikely for at least 10-15 years. 

When that moment comes, I highly recommend that you contact the vendor that sold you the retractable awning or the motor’s manufacturer. 

Ask them for a price for the specific device you need. Unfortunately, I cannot specify how much such a device would cost since it depends on the manufacturing brand and the retailer or e-commerce platform you’re searching on.

FAQs

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