Pricing guidance for motorized screens in Fort Worth, Texas, drawn from anonymized contractor estimates and manufacturer order data. The headline figures use the Fort Worth, Texas local dataset, averaging $9,773. Observed range: $385 to $55,713. The benchmark average motorized screen measures 12 × 9 ft (width × height), adding scope context to the price data.
If you're pricing a motorized screen for your Fort Worth home, it helps to see how local projects actually shake out before you call an installer. Across the 55 verified Fort Worth projects in our data, the average installed motorized screen runs $9,773, with most falling between $3,702 and $10,028.
In the Fort Worth 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 Weatherford, Granbury, Houston, Dallas.
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 aggregate rows below use the Fort Worth, Texas local dataset.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average Cost | $9,773 |
| Average Size (width × height) | 12 × 9 ft |
| Median Cost | $7,444 |
| Low End (25th percentile) | $3,702 |
| High End (75th percentile) | $10,028 |
| Minimum | $385 |
| Maximum | $55,713 |
| Sample Size | 55 projects |
| National Average | $10,018 |
| National Median | $7,950 |
Compare the Fort Worth, Texas local motorized screen benchmark with state and national figures. Fort Worth, Texas local average: $9,773. National average: $10,018.
The Fort Worth, Texas local motorized screen benchmark ranks at the 60th percentile nationally — Above Average. National prices range from $34 to $117,985.
Good Time to Buy — Aug prices average 24% below the annual average — a good time to buy. This chart uses the Fort Worth, Texas local seasonal dataset.
Best month: Dec (avg $3,463). Peak month: Jun (avg $21,817). Annual average: $9,273.
| Month | Avg Price | Projects | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $7,480 | 2 projects | |
| Feb | $12,326 | 7 projects | |
| Mar | $6,530 | 7 projects | |
| Apr | $8,992 | 5 projects | |
| May | $6,110 | 7 projects | |
| Jun | $21,817 | 3 projects | |
| Jul | $14,998 | 10 projects | |
| Aug | $7,023 | 5 projects | Current Month |
| Sep | $5,563 | 2 projects | |
| Oct | $7,699 | 4 projects | |
| Dec | $3,463 | 3 projects |
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| Metric | Fort Worth, Texas | National Avg |
|---|---|---|
| Avg. Units per Project | 3 | 2.4 |
| Avg. Cost per Unit | $3,238 | $4,092 |
| Metric | Texas | National |
|---|---|---|
| Average Installation Cost | $360 | $460 |
| Median Installation Cost | $400 | $475 |
| Installation Range | $100 to $600 | $100 to $4,950 |
| Installation as % of Product Cost | 8.5% | 10.5% |
| Data Points | 131 installations | 4848 installations |
Installation costs in Texas are about 22% below the national average. Based on 131 real installation line items from motorized screen projects in Texas.
This illustrative breakdown applies common category shares to the Fort Worth, Texas local benchmark of $9,773. It is a budgeting model, not a measured Fort Worth, Texas 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% | $3,909 |
| Fabric or mesh (per square foot, UV/insect rated) | ~20% | $1,955 |
| Motor & controls (Somfy / Dooya, remote, wind sensor) | ~15% | $1,466 |
| Installation labor (mounting, electrical, calibration) | ~20% | $1,955 |
| Permits, misc. hardware, freight | ~5% | $488 |
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.
Texas spans three climate zones, but most of the populated corridor sees 200+ sunny days, 95°F+ summer highs, and intense afternoon UV. Patio and pool-deck shade is the #1 home-improvement add-on across Austin, Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio. Motorized screens are commonly used to enclose covered patios for use through July and August, and retractable awnings are popular west-facing on living-room and kitchen windows to cut afternoon heat gain.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retractable Awning & Motorized Screen project | Aug 2026 | Single-unit | 1 | $2,675 | $2,675 |
| Motorized Screen project | Jul 2026 | 3-unit | 3 | $7,937 | $2,646 |
| Motorized Screen project | Jul 2026 | Single-unit | 1 | $4,631 | $4,631 |
| Motorized Screen project | Jun 2026 | Single-unit | 1 | $2,040 | $2,040 |
| Motorized Screen project | May 2026 | 2-unit | 2 | $7,261 | $3,631 |
| Motorized Screen project | Apr 2026 | Single-unit | 1 | $3,490 | $3,490 |
| Motorized Screen project | Apr 2026 | 4-unit | 4 | $18,031 | $4,508 |
| Motorized Screen project | Mar 2026 | Single-unit | 1 | $4,742 | $4,742 |
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.
Based on 55 verified projects, the Fort Worth, Texas local average is $9,773, with a median of $7,444. The observed range is $385 to $55,713.
The Fort Worth, Texas local benchmark is $9,773, compared with the national average of $10,018. It is below the national average.
Based on historical pricing data, Dec tends to have the lowest average prices ($3,463) while Jun is peak season ($21,817). Aug prices average 24% 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. In Fort Worth, Texas, the average project includes 3 units at $3,238 per unit, compared to the national average of 2.4 units at $4,092 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 Texas. 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 Fort Worth, Texas local benchmark on this page is $9,773; 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.