How much does a motorized screen cost?

Based on 5,514 real projects, the national average for a motorized screen is $12,060 and the median is $9,077. Prices range from $34 to $242,092. This project totaled $8,271, placing it in the 42th percentile.

How much does a motorized screen cost in North Carolina?

Based on 475 projects in North Carolina, the average motorized screen costs $13,276. The national average is $12,060 across 5,514 projects.

Is this motorized screen price above or below average?

This project is rated "Below Average" — it falls in the 42th percentile nationally. That means 42% of comparable motorized screen projects cost less. The national average is $12,060 based on 5,514 projects.

How many motorized screens are in a typical project?

The average motorized screen project includes 2.5 units. This project has 2, which is below the average. Per-unit cost: $4,135 (this project) vs. $4,824 (national average).

Is this real pricing data?

Yes. All pricing on Riser Shade comes from verified contractor estimates and professional installations. We analyze 5,514+ real projects to provide accurate market comparisons.

Motorized Screen Project in Calabash, North Carolina — Real Pricing Data

Name: Motorized Screen Pricing Comparison Data
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This is a real motorized screen project with actual pricing data from a professional installer. Estimated March 1, 2024. Total project cost: $8,271.

This anonymized motorized screen estimate from March 2024 is associated with Calabash, North Carolina. It totals $8,271 across 2 units measuring ~13×8 ft, ~7×8 ft. The record does not document a customer review or completed-project outcome.

Project scope and configuration

Motorized Screen — ~13×8 ft, Fabric: Solar, Mesh: Suntex 90, Control: Motor
Motorized Screen — ~7×8 ft, Fabric: Solar, Mesh: Suntex 90, Control: Motor

Specifications include Solar fabric, Suntex 90 mesh, Motor control. Project scope (2 units) is smaller than the typical 2.5-unit motorized screen project. Per-unit cost on this estimate is $4,135, below the $4,824 national per-unit average.

How this project price compares

Pricing context: 42% of the 5,514 comparable motorized screen projects in our database cost less than $8,271, putting this estimate in "below average" territory. Versus the $12,060 national average, it's 31% below the norm. Within the North Carolina dataset, the average across 475 comparable projects is $13,276 — making this estimate 38% below the statewide benchmark. That works out to roughly $48.60 per square foot of coverage.

General regional planning context (not project evidence)

This editorial context comes from broad state climate guidance, not from the customer or estimate record. North Carolina is categorized here as a humid subtropical / coastal climate (humid summers, coastal hurricane exposure, and a long outdoor-living season). For general screen system planning, independently verify product ratings for the regional wind exposure (high along the coast, moderate inland), UV load (moderate to high), mounting surface, and local code requirements.

Pricing Analysis

At $8,271, this motorized screen project is 31% below the national average of $12,060 based on 5,514 comparable projects in our database. It ranks in the 42th percentile, meaning 42% of similar projects cost less. In North Carolina, where we have data from 475 projects, this is 38% below the state average of $13,276. The effective cost is approximately $48.60 per square foot of coverage. This project includes 2 motorized screens, fewer than the average of 2.5 per project.

Price Comparison

Metric	Price
This Project	$8,271
National Average (5,514 projects)	$12,060
National Median	$9,077
vs. National Average	-31%
North Carolina Average (475 projects)	$13,276
vs. North Carolina Average	-38%
Cost per Sq Ft	$48.60
Market Position	Below Average (42th percentile)
Price Range	$34 – $242,092

Price Distribution — Motorized Screen

How 5,514 motorized screen projects are distributed across price ranges:

Price Range	Number of Projects
$34–$30,291	5,274
$30,291–$60,548	178
$60,548–$90,806	46
$90,806–$121,063	10
$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	$13,235	653
North Carolina	$13,276	475
Colorado	$9,955	474
Florida	$11,784	456
Oklahoma	$11,046	383
California	$11,673	304
Arizona	$11,642	199
Georgia	$13,716	197
Louisiana	$12,943	188
Indiana	$11,794	186
Washington	$12,539	166
Idaho	$11,717	164
New York	$11,215	153
Illinois	$12,060	143
Kansas	$12,883	137

Project Scope — Motorized Screen Count Comparison

How this project's motorized screen count compares to the average across 5,514 projects:

Metric	Value
Motorized Screen in This Project	2
Average per Project	2.5
Median per Project	2
Cost per Unit (This Project)	$4,135
National Avg Cost per Unit	$4,824

Project Summary

Product Type	Motorized Screen
Location	Calabash, North Carolina
Date	March 1, 2024
Total Price	$8,271
Tax Rate	6.75%
Number of Items	2

Line Items & Pricing

Description	Product Type	Qty	Unit Price	Total
Motorized Screen	Motorized Screen	1	$4,166	$4,166
~13×8 ft Fabric: Solar Mesh: Suntex 90 Control: Motor
Motorized Screen	Motorized Screen	1	$3,609	$3,609
~7×8 ft Fabric: Solar Mesh: Suntex 90 Control: Motor

Product Specifications

Motorized Screen

~13×8 ft
Fabric: Solar
Mesh: Suntex 90
Control: Motor

Motorized Screen

~7×8 ft
Fabric: Solar
Mesh: Suntex 90
Control: Motor

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a motorized screen cost?: Based on 5,514 real projects in our database, the national average for a motorized screen is $12,060 and the median is $9,077. Prices range from $34 to $242,092. This particular project totaled $8,271, placing it in the 42th percentile (Below Average).
What is included in this motorized screen project?: This project includes 2 items: Motorized Screen at $4,166, Motorized Screen at $3,609. Each item has detailed specifications including dimensions, colors, and product options.
What is the cost per square foot for this motorized screen?: This project costs approximately $48.60 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 North Carolina?: Based on 475 projects in North Carolina, the average motorized screen project costs $13,276. The national average is $12,060 across 5,514 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 42th percentile nationally, meaning 42% of comparable motorized screen projects cost less. The national average is $12,060 based on 5,514 projects.
How many motorized screens are in a typical project?: The average motorized screen project includes 2.5 units. This particular project has 2 motorized screens, which is below the average. The per-unit cost for this project is $4,135 vs. the national average of $4,824 per unit.
Is this real pricing data?: Yes. All pricing on Riser Shade comes from real contractor estimates and professional installations. We analyze 5,514+ real projects to provide accurate market comparisons. This project's data is sourced from a verified professional installer estimate dated March 1, 2024. Client and contractor details are anonymized to protect privacy.