Pricing guidance for motorized screens in San Diego, California, drawn from anonymized contractor estimates and manufacturer order data. The headline figures use the San Diego, California local dataset, averaging $9,947. Observed range: $158 to $23,689. The benchmark average motorized screen measures 13 × 9 ft (width × height), adding scope context to the price data.
The dataset contains 8 verified San Diego projects, with an average estimate-derived product total of $9,947. The records describe different project scopes, so the average is a benchmark rather than a quote for a standard unit.
These are anonymized estimate records, not model quotes. The displayed total covers the matching motorized screen line items in the estimate; installation labor, electrical work, freight, tax, permits, and unrelated products may be separate unless included in those matching lines.
Compare screen quotes at the same opening width and height, then check mesh, motor and control, side-track or zipper system, hood, frame, mount, and quantity. A price for a different opening or retention system is not an apples-to-apples comparison. Ask each seller to itemize the product, selected options, freight, tax, and installation so you can see why totals differ.
For another clearly labeled benchmark, compare Ross, Atherton, San Marcos, PALM DESERT. Those records are context, not evidence of a San Diego market price.
The aggregate rows below use the San Diego, California local dataset.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average Cost | $9,947 |
| Average Size (width × height) | 13 × 9 ft |
| Median Cost | $7,418 |
| Low End (25th percentile) | $5,732 |
| High End (75th percentile) | $18,576 |
| Minimum | $158 |
| Maximum | $23,689 |
| Sample Size | 8 projects |
| National Average | $10,033 |
| National Median | $7,977 |
Compare the San Diego, California local motorized screen benchmark with state and national figures. San Diego, California local average: $9,947. National average: $10,033.
The San Diego, California local motorized screen benchmark ranks at the 61th percentile nationally — Above Average. National prices range from $34 to $117,985.
Average Timing — Oct prices are near the annual average. This chart uses the national seasonal dataset.
Best month: Mar (avg $8,741). Peak month: Jan (avg $12,940). Annual average: $10,465.
| Month | Avg Price | Projects | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $12,940 | 221 projects | |
| Feb | $10,143 | 538 projects | |
| Mar | $8,741 | 945 projects | |
| Apr | $10,131 | 1685 projects | |
| May | $10,475 | 736 projects | |
| Jun | $9,548 | 589 projects | |
| Jul | $10,273 | 500 projects | |
| Aug | $8,931 | 531 projects | |
| Sep | $10,499 | 347 projects | |
| Oct | $10,357 | 329 projects | Current Month |
| Nov | $11,432 | 200 projects | |
| Dec | $12,110 | 115 projects |
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| Metric | San Diego, California | National Avg |
|---|---|---|
| Avg. Units per Project | 2.1 | 2.4 |
| Avg. Cost per Unit | $4,681 | $4,105 |
| Metric | California | National |
|---|---|---|
| Average Installation Cost | $510 | $458 |
| Median Installation Cost | $563 | $475 |
| Installation Range | $200 to $1,100 | $100 to $4,950 |
| Installation as % of Product Cost | 11.7% | 10.4% |
| Data Points | 308 installations | 4956 installations |
Professional installation in California runs about 11% above the national average, reflecting higher regional labor rates. Based on 308 real installation line items from motorized screen projects in California.
This illustrative breakdown applies common category shares to the San Diego, California local benchmark of $9,947. It is a budgeting model, not a measured San Diego, California component average. Actual percentages vary with motor brand, fabric grade, freight, and installation complexity.
| Component | Typical Share | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware (housing, brackets, end caps, side rails) | ~40% | $3,979 |
| Fabric or mesh (per square foot, UV/insect rated) | ~20% | $1,989 |
| Motor & controls (Somfy / Dooya, remote, wind sensor) | ~15% | $1,492 |
| Installation labor (mounting, electrical, calibration) | ~20% | $1,989 |
| Permits, misc. hardware, freight | ~5% | $498 |
How to save: Buying the hardware, fabric, and motor direct from a manufacturer-direct supplier (and hiring a local installer for labor only) typically removes 25–35% of the installed-by-installer price — that's the markup the installer would otherwise add to the products.
These anonymized estimate records are the local evidence behind this page. Open a project to review its product scope, configuration, and pricing context; exact customer addresses are never disclosed.
| Project | Project Date | Scope | Quantity | Total Price | Size & Configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motorized Screen project | May 2026 | 2 line items | 2 | $11,207 | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 15.1 × 9.8 ft; Motor: Somfy Maestria 525, Hood: Bronze | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 15.1 × 9.8 ft; Motor: Somfy Maestria 525, Hood: Bronze |
| Motorized Screen project | Apr 2026 | Single line item | 1 | $5,732 | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 16.8 × 9.2 ft; Motor: Somfy Altus 550, Hood: Bronze |
| Motorized Screen & Retractable Awning project | Apr 2026 | Single line item | 2 | $158 | Motorized Screen, qty 2 |
| Motorized Screen project | Apr 2026 | 2 line items | 2 | $6,361 | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 13 × 10 ft; Mesh: Suntex 99, Hood: Bronze | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 13 × 10 ft; Mesh: Suntex 99, Hood: Bronze |
| Motorized Screen project | Apr 2026 | Single line item | 1 | $5,381 | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 15 × 9.2 ft; Mesh: Suntex 95, Motor: Dooya 50nm, Hood: White |
| Motorized Screen project | Apr 2026 | 4 line items | 4 | $23,689 | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 11.7 × 8.6 ft; Mesh: Suntex 95, Hood: Beige | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 11.7 × 8.7 ft; Mesh: Suntex 95, Hood: Beige | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 11.7 × 8.6 ft; Mesh: Suntex 95, Hood: Beige | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 11.7 × 8.7 ft; Mesh: Suntex 95, Hood: Beige |
| Motorized Screen project | Apr 2026 | 4 line items | 4 | $18,576 | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 8.5 × 8.9 ft; Mesh: Suntex 95, Motor: Dooya 50nm, Hood: Bronze | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 10.5 × 8.9 ft; Mesh: Suntex 95, Motor: Dooya 50nm, Hood: Bronze | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 9.8 × 8.9 ft; Mesh: Suntex 95, Motor: Dooya 50nm, Hood: Bronze | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 9.7 × 8.9 ft; Mesh: Suntex 95, Motor: Dooya 50nm, Hood: Bronze |
| Motorized Screen project | Apr 2026 | 2 line items | 2 | $8,475 | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 15.5 × 8.1 ft; Mesh: Suntex 95 | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 15.5 × 8.1 ft; Mesh: Suntex 95, Hood: Black |
Prices reflect the matching product lines in each estimate. Quantities, dimensions, and configurations are shown only when present in the approved public project fields; use the linked case studies to compare scope before comparing totals.
Based on 8 verified projects, the San Diego, California local average is $9,947, with a median of $7,418. The observed range is $158 to $23,689.
The San Diego, California local benchmark is $9,947, compared with the national average of $10,033. It is below the national average.
Based on historical pricing data, Mar tends to have the lowest average prices ($8,741) while Jan is peak season ($12,940). Oct prices are near the annual average.
Key factors include size and dimensions, motor type (Somfy premium vs standard), fabric or mesh selection, mounting complexity, number of units, and local labor rates. In San Diego, California, the average project includes 2.1 units at $4,681 per unit, compared to the national average of 2.4 units at $4,105 per unit.
Yes. Buying direct through our shop eliminates installer markup. You get the same manufacturer-direct products at a lower price, then hire a local installer for labor only. Browse our motorized screens shop or use the configurator to build and price your own.
Permitting requirements for motorized screens vary by jurisdiction in California. Most retractable, non-structural installations on existing residential structures do not require a permit — but anything that ties into electrical service, modifies a structural wall, or is installed in an HOA-governed community typically does. Check with your local building department before scheduling installation, and request that your installer pull any required permits (rather than pulling them yourself) so the work is warranted under their license.
Local installers may mark up products above wholesale and add labor on top. Buying direct (manufacturer-direct shop or configurator) separates the product price from local installation labor. The San Diego, California local benchmark on this page is $9,947; compare an itemized local quote before estimating any savings.
Most single-unit motorized screen installations take 2–4 hours on-site for a qualified installer, plus an initial site visit for measuring. Multi-unit projects can run a half-day to a full day. Lead time from order to installation is typically 3–6 weeks for stocked sizes and colors, and 6–10 weeks for custom sizes or specialty fabrics. Schedule before peak summer if you want to use the product through the current outdoor-living season.