This is a real outdoor living project with actual pricing data from a professional installer. Estimated July 10, 2023. Total project cost: $7,584.
This $7,584 outdoor living installation project was estimated in July 2023 for a homeowner in Grayling, Michigan, covering 3 units.
For context, Michigan homeowners installing an outdoor shade are working with lake-effect humidity, cold winters, and a short but intense outdoor season. That shapes what specs actually matter: wind rating (moderate to high near the lakes), UV-stable fabrics (moderate), and corrosion-resistant hardware where salt-air or humidity is present. Estimating in the summer of 2023 is typical for Michigan — most outdoor shade installations book during peak season, when lead times stretch 6–10 weeks.
| Product Type | Outdoor Living |
| Location | Grayling, Michigan |
| Date | July 10, 2023 |
| Total Price | $7,584 |
| Tax Rate | 6.00% |
| Number of Items | 3 |
| Description | Product Type | Qty | Unit Price | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 x 12’ Motorized Retractable Awning | — | 1 | $6,400 | $6,400 |
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| Wind Sensor | — | 1 | $300 | $300 |
| Roof Installation | — | 1 | $800 | $800 |