Pricing guidance for motorized screens in Boston, Massachusetts, drawn from anonymized contractor estimates and manufacturer order data. The headline figures use the Boston, Massachusetts local dataset, averaging $10,669. Observed range: $250 to $32,821. The benchmark average motorized screen measures 12 × 9 ft (width × height), adding scope context to the price data.
The dataset contains 156 verified Boston projects, with an average estimate-derived product total of $10,669. 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.
The aggregate rows below use the Boston, Massachusetts local dataset.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average Cost | $10,669 |
| Average Size (width × height) | 12 × 9 ft |
| Median Cost | $7,970 |
| Low End (25th percentile) | $5,579 |
| High End (75th percentile) | $15,650 |
| Minimum | $250 |
| Maximum | $32,821 |
| Sample Size | 156 projects |
| National Average | $10,033 |
| National Median | $7,977 |
Compare the Boston, Massachusetts local motorized screen benchmark with state and national figures. Boston, Massachusetts local average: $10,669. National average: $10,033.
The Boston, Massachusetts local motorized screen benchmark ranks at the 65th percentile nationally — Above Average. National prices range from $34 to $117,985.
Peak Season — Oct is peak season — prices average 9% above the annual average. This chart uses the Boston, Massachusetts local seasonal dataset.
Best month: Apr (avg $8,886). Peak month: Jan (avg $15,807). Annual average: $11,071.
| Month | Avg Price | Projects | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $15,807 | 6 projects | |
| Feb | $12,279 | 20 projects | |
| Mar | $9,895 | 28 projects | |
| Apr | $8,886 | 20 projects | |
| May | $10,108 | 24 projects | |
| Jun | $9,130 | 12 projects | |
| Jul | $10,563 | 10 projects | |
| Aug | $11,491 | 16 projects | |
| Sep | $12,215 | 8 projects | |
| Oct | $12,029 | 4 projects | Current Month |
| Nov | $9,291 | 4 projects | |
| Dec | $11,155 | 4 projects |
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| Metric | Boston, Massachusetts | National Avg |
|---|---|---|
| Avg. Units per Project | 2.7 | 2.4 |
| Avg. Cost per Unit | $3,991 | $4,105 |
| Metric | Massachusetts | National |
|---|---|---|
| Average Installation Cost | $487 | $458 |
| Median Installation Cost | $525 | $475 |
| Installation Range | $225 to $750 | $100 to $4,950 |
| Installation as % of Product Cost | 11.4% | 10.4% |
| Data Points | 142 installations | 4956 installations |
Professional installation in Massachusetts runs about 6% above the national average, reflecting higher regional labor rates. Based on 142 real installation line items from motorized screen projects in Massachusetts.
This illustrative breakdown applies common category shares to the Boston, Massachusetts local benchmark of $10,669. It is a budgeting model, not a measured Boston, Massachusetts 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% | $4,268 |
| Fabric or mesh (per square foot, UV/insect rated) | ~20% | $2,134 |
| Motor & controls (Somfy / Dooya, remote, wind sensor) | ~15% | $1,600 |
| Installation labor (mounting, electrical, calibration) | ~20% | $2,134 |
| Permits, misc. hardware, freight | ~5% | $533 |
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 | Jun 2026 | 3 line items | 3 | $6,693 | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 7.8 × 7.8 ft; Fabric: Solar, Motor: Dooya 50nm, Control: Motor | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 9.2 × 4.1 ft; Fabric: Solar, Motor: Dooya 50nm, Control: Motor | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 9 × 4.1 ft; Fabric: Solar, Motor: Dooya 50nm, Control: Motor |
| Motorized Screen project | May 2026 | 2 line items | 300 | $18,000 | Motorized Screen, qty 150 | Motorized Screen, qty 150 |
| Motorized Screen project | May 2026 | Single line item | 1 | $3,944 | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 15.3 × 5.4 ft; Fabric: Solar, Motor: Dooya 50nm, Control: Motor |
| Motorized Screen project | May 2026 | 2 line items | 2 | $5,381 | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 6.8 × 7.5 ft; Fabric: Solar, Mesh: Suntex 95, Motor: Dooya 50nm | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 13.3 × 7.5 ft; Fabric: Solar, Mesh: Suntex 95, Motor: Dooya 50nm |
| Motorized Screen project | May 2026 | 2 line items | 2 | $7,261 | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 13.6 × 5.4 ft; Fabric: Solar, Mesh: Suntex 95, Motor: Dooya 50nm | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 18.7 × 9 ft; Fabric: Solar, Mesh: Suntex 95, Motor: Dooya 50nm |
| Cable-Guided Screen System & Screen Extrusion project | Apr 2026 | Single line item | 1 | $2,087 | Cable-Guided Screen System, qty 1; Fabric: Solar, Control: Motor, Frame: Bronze |
| Motorized Screen project | Apr 2026 | 3 line items | 335 | $23,450 | Motorized Screen, qty 100 | Motorized Screen, qty 135 | Motorized Screen, qty 100 |
| Motorized Screen project | Apr 2026 | 4 line items | 4 | $13,940 | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 11.8 × 8.3 ft; Fabric: Solar, Motor: Dooya 50nm, Control: Motor | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 19 × 8.3 ft; Fabric: Solar, Motor: Dooya 50nm, Control: Motor | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 11.8 × 8.3 ft; Fabric: Solar, Motor: Dooya 50nm, Control: Motor | Motorized Screen, qty 1; size 19 × 8.3 ft; Fabric: Solar, Motor: Dooya 50nm, Control: Motor |
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 156 verified projects, the Boston, Massachusetts local average is $10,669, with a median of $7,970. The observed range is $250 to $32,821.
The Boston, Massachusetts local benchmark is $10,669, compared with the national average of $10,033. It is above the national average.
Based on historical pricing data, Apr tends to have the lowest average prices ($8,886) while Jan is peak season ($15,807). Oct is peak season — prices average 9% above 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 Boston, Massachusetts, the average project includes 2.7 units at $3,991 per unit, compared to the national average of 2.4 units at $4,105 per unit.
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Permitting requirements for motorized screens vary by jurisdiction in Massachusetts. 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 Boston, Massachusetts local benchmark on this page is $10,669; 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.