Pricing guidance for motorized screens in Chicago, Illinois, drawn from anonymized contractor estimates and manufacturer order data. We have 1 verified local project observed at $4,695, alongside a Illinois statewide benchmark of $9,435 across 175 projects. No city-local average is claimed. The benchmark average motorized screen measures 12 × 9 ft (width × height), adding scope context to the price data.
Planning a motorized screen project in Chicago starts with realistic numbers — not a single quote, but the range of what neighbors across Illinois have actually paid. Our local evidence currently includes one verified Chicago project at $4,695. Because that is a small sample, compare those observations with the Illinois statewide benchmark of $9,435 across 175 projects rather than treating them as a typical citywide price.
In the Chicago area, motor choice (Somfy vs. Dooya) and fabric grade move the price more than almost anything else, so spec those deliberately. Comparing nearby markets helps sanity-check a quote — see pricing for Kenilworth, Sandwich.
For a useful comparison, ask for an itemized quote that separates product, freight, options, and installation labor, then compare each component with the labeled benchmark above.
The 1 verified Chicago project shown on this page remain direct local evidence, but the sample is too small to call a typical city price. The comparison table therefore uses 175 verified motorized screen projects across Illinois as a broader benchmark, not as measured Chicago pricing.
| Metric | Illinois Statewide | National |
|---|---|---|
| Average Cost | $9,435 | $10,018 |
| Median Cost | $8,522 | $7,950 |
| Price Range | $122 – $62,836 | $34 – $117,985 |
| 25th Percentile | $4,072 | $4,348 |
| 75th Percentile | $12,401 | $12,884 |
| Sample Size | 175 projects | 6625 projects |
The Illinois average is $9,435. Use it to frame a budget, then compare the configuration and services in an itemized local quote before drawing a conclusion about a Chicago project.
The aggregate rows below use the Illinois statewide dataset as a planning proxy; they are not a measured Chicago average.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Verified Chicago Projects | 1 project |
| Average Size (width × height) | 12 × 9 ft |
| Local Project 1 | $4,695 |
| Illinois Statewide Average | $9,435 |
| Illinois Statewide Median | $8,522 |
| Illinois Sample Size | 175 projects |
| National Average | $10,018 |
| National Median | $7,950 |
Compare the Illinois statewide motorized screen benchmark with national figures. Illinois statewide average: $9,435. National average: $10,018. These comparison values are proxies for Chicago, Illinois, not a measured city average.
The Illinois statewide motorized screen benchmark ranks at the 58th percentile nationally — Above Average. National prices range from $34 to $117,985.
Good Time to Buy — Aug prices average 15% below the annual average — a good time to buy. This chart uses the national seasonal dataset.
Best month: Mar (avg $8,725). Peak month: Jan (avg $12,940). Annual average: $10,446.
| Month | Avg Price | Projects | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $12,940 | 221 projects | |
| Feb | $10,143 | 538 projects | |
| Mar | $8,725 | 944 projects | |
| Apr | $10,131 | 1685 projects | |
| May | $10,483 | 735 projects | |
| Jun | $9,548 | 589 projects | |
| Jul | $10,272 | 500 projects | |
| Aug | $8,926 | 517 projects | Current Month |
| Sep | $10,610 | 279 projects | |
| Oct | $10,125 | 300 projects | |
| Nov | $11,338 | 199 projects | |
| Dec | $12,110 | 115 projects |
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| Metric | Illinois | National |
|---|---|---|
| Average Installation Cost | $483 | $460 |
| Median Installation Cost | $525 | $475 |
| Installation Range | $150 to $750 | $100 to $4,950 |
| Installation as % of Product Cost | 10.9% | 10.5% |
| Data Points | 137 installations | 4848 installations |
Professional installation in Illinois runs about 5% above the national average, reflecting higher regional labor rates. Based on 137 real installation line items from motorized screen projects in Illinois.
This illustrative breakdown applies common category shares to the Illinois statewide benchmark of $9,435. It is a budgeting model, not a measured Chicago, Illinois 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% | $3,774 |
| Fabric or mesh (per square foot, UV/insect rated) | ~20% | $1,887 |
| Motor & controls (Somfy / Dooya, remote, wind sensor) | ~15% | $1,415 |
| Installation labor (mounting, electrical, calibration) | ~20% | $1,887 |
| Permits, misc. hardware, freight | ~5% | $472 |
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.
Illinois outdoor-living seasons run from May through September with hot, humid summers and significant wind exposure. Wind-rated retractable awnings and motorized screens for porch enclosure are both common upgrades.
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 | Units | Total Price | Avg / Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motorized Screen project | Apr 2026 | Single-unit | 1 | $4,695 | $4,695 |
Prices reflect the matching product lines in each estimate. They may include different options or services, so use the linked case studies to compare scope before comparing totals.
We have 1 verified motorized screen project in Chicago, Illinois, observed at $4,695. Because that sample is small, aggregate figures use the Illinois statewide benchmark of $9,435 across 175 projects.
The Illinois statewide benchmark is $9,435, compared with the national average of $10,018. It is below the national average. This is a budgeting proxy for Chicago, Illinois, not a measured city average.
Based on historical pricing data, Mar tends to have the lowest average prices ($8,725) while Jan is peak season ($12,940). Aug prices average 15% below the annual average — a good time to buy.
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.
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 Illinois. 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 Illinois statewide benchmark on this page is $9,435; 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.