Motorized Screen Project in Vestavia Hills, AL — Real Pricing Data

This is a real motorized screen project with actual pricing data from a professional installer. Estimated March 21, 2023. Total project cost: $4,413.

Estimate breakdown for a motorized screen project totaling $4,413 in Vestavia Hills, AL: 1 unit, including ~11×8 ft, prepared in March 2023.

Pricing context: 15% of the 4,858 comparable motorized screen projects in our database cost less than $4,413, putting this estimate in "below average" territory. Versus the $12,030 national average, it's 63% below the norm. Within AL specifically, the average across 117 comparable projects is $11,219 — making this estimate 61% below the local norm. That works out to roughly $43.82 per square foot of coverage.

Specifications include Bronze frame, Solar fabric, Suntex 90 mesh, Motor control. Project scope (1 unit) is smaller than the typical 2.5-unit motorized screen project. Per-unit cost on this estimate is $4,413, below the $4,812 national per-unit average.

Pricing Analysis

At $4,413, this motorized screen project is 63% below the national average of $12,030 based on 4,858 comparable projects in our database. It ranks in the 15th percentile, meaning 15% of similar projects cost less. In AL, where we have data from 117 projects, this is 61% below the state average of $11,219. The effective cost is approximately $43.82 per square foot of coverage. This project includes 1 motorized screen, fewer than the average of 2.5 per project.

Price Comparison

Metric	Price
This Project	$4,413
National Average (4,858 projects)	$12,030
National Median	$9,000
vs. National Average	-63%
AL Average (117 projects)	$11,219
vs. AL Average	-61%
Cost per Sq Ft	$43.82
Market Position	Below Average (15th percentile)
Price Range	$34 – $242,092

Price Distribution — Motorized Screen

How 4,858 motorized screen projects are distributed across price ranges:

Price Range	Number of Projects
$34–$30,291	4,649
$30,291–$60,548	155
$60,548–$90,806	41
$90,806–$121,063	7
$121,063–$151,320	4
$151,320–$181,577	0
$181,577–$211,835	0
$211,835–$242,092	0

Average Motorized Screen Price by State

Regional pricing comparison based on real project data from professional installations across the United States:

State	Average Price	Projects
Texas	$12,773	571
North Carolina	$13,257	471
Florida	$11,491	375
Oklahoma	$10,952	367
Colorado	$10,376	330
California	$11,894	268
Georgia	$13,742	174
Indiana	$11,246	169
Louisiana	$13,190	168
Arizona	$11,760	167
Washington	$12,474	153
Idaho	$11,865	152
New York	$10,829	139
Illinois	$12,043	125
Connecticut	$12,547	123

Project Scope — Motorized Screen Count Comparison

How this project's motorized screen count compares to the average across 4,858 projects:

Metric	Value
Motorized Screen in This Project	1
Average per Project	2.5
Median per Project	2
Cost per Unit (This Project)	$4,413
National Avg Cost per Unit	$4,812

Project Summary

Product Type	Motorized Screen
Location	Vestavia Hills, AL
Date	March 21, 2023
Total Price	$4,413
Tax Rate	8.42%
Number of Items	1

Line Items & Pricing

Description	Product Type	Qty	Unit Price	Total
Solar Screen	Motorized Screen	1	$3,856	$3,856
~11×8 ft Frame: Bronze Fabric: Solar Mesh: Suntex 90 Control: Motor Frame Color: Bronze

Product Specifications

Solar Screen

• ~11×8 ft
• Frame: Bronze
• Fabric: Solar
• Mesh: Suntex 90
• Control: Motor
• Frame Color: Bronze

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a motorized screen cost?

Based on 4,858 real projects in our database, the national average for a motorized screen is $12,030 and the median is $9,000. Prices range from $34 to $242,092. This particular project totaled $4,413, placing it in the 15th percentile (Below Average).

What is the cost per square foot for this motorized screen?

This project costs approximately $43.82 per square foot of coverage. Cost per square foot varies by product configuration, features selected, and regional labor rates.

How much does a motorized screen cost in AL?

Based on 117 projects in AL, the average motorized screen project costs $11,219. The national average is $12,030 across 4,858 projects. Prices vary by city, features selected, and installation complexity.

Is this motorized screen price above or below average?

This project is rated "Below Average" — it falls in the 15th percentile nationally, meaning 15% of comparable motorized screen projects cost less. The national average is $12,030 based on 4,858 projects.

How many motorized screens are in a typical project?

The average motorized screen project includes 2.5 units. This particular project has 1 motorized screen, which is below the average. The per-unit cost for this project is $4,413 vs. the national average of $4,812 per unit.

Is this real pricing data?

Yes. All pricing on Riser Shade comes from real contractor estimates and professional installations. We analyze 4,858+ real projects to provide accurate market comparisons. This project's data is sourced from a verified professional installer estimate dated March 21, 2023. Client and contractor details are anonymized to protect privacy.