Motorized Screen Project in Boston, MA — Real Pricing Data

This is a real motorized screen project with actual pricing data from a professional installer. Estimated August 12, 2024. Total project cost: $29,145.

Estimate breakdown for a motorized screen project totaling $29,145 in Boston, MA: 5 units, including ~20×14 ft, prepared in August 2024.

Where does $29,145 land on the motorized screen pricing curve? Premium — at the 95th percentile across 5,382 verified projects. 95% of similar projects cost less than this one, and the national average sits at $12,110. Within MA specifically, the average across 120 comparable projects is $14,674 — making this estimate 99% above the local norm. That works out to roughly $23.63 per square foot of coverage.

Specifications include Solar fabric, Suntex 95 / null mesh, -1 / Motor control. Project scope (5 units) is larger than the typical 2.5-unit motorized screen project. Per-unit cost on this estimate is $5,829, higher than the $4,844 national per-unit average.

Worth knowing for Massachusetts: this is a coastal New England climate, which means salt air on the coast, nor'easter wind events, and a short but valuable outdoor season. A well-spec'd screen system for this region should account for the local wind exposure (high during nor'easter season) and UV load (moderate) — both of which influence the long-term cost-per-year of any installation.The Solar selection on this estimate is a reasonable match for coastal New England conditions — solution-dyed acrylics handle Massachusetts's sun (moderate) better than vinyl, and shed humidity well. -1 controls are a sensible spec given the wind exposure here (high during nor'easter season) — retraction during severe weather is the single biggest predictor of long-term screen system life. Estimating in the summer of 2024 is typical for Massachusetts — most screen system installations book during peak season, when lead times stretch 6–10 weeks.

Pricing Analysis

At $29,145, this motorized screen project is 141% above the national average of $12,110 based on 5,382 comparable projects in our database. It ranks in the 95th percentile, meaning 95% of similar projects cost less. In MA, where we have data from 120 projects, this is 99% above the state average of $14,674. The effective cost is approximately $23.63 per square foot of coverage. This project includes 5 motorized screens, more than the average of 2.5 per project.

Price Comparison

MetricPrice
This Project$29,145
National Average (5,382 projects)$12,110
National Median$9,084
vs. National Average+141%
MA Average (120 projects)$14,674
vs. MA Average+99%
Cost per Sq Ft$23.63
Market PositionPremium (95th percentile)
Price Range$34 – $242,092

Price Distribution — Motorized Screen

How 5,382 motorized screen projects are distributed across price ranges:

Price RangeNumber of Projects
$34–$30,2915,144
$30,291–$60,548176
$60,548–$90,80646
$90,806–$121,06310
$121,063–$151,3204
$151,320–$181,5770
$181,577–$211,8350
$211,835–$242,0920

Average Motorized Screen Price by State

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

StateAverage PriceProjects
Texas$13,251642
North Carolina$13,276475
Florida$11,787455
Colorado$10,178400
Oklahoma$10,943379
California$11,720297
Arizona$11,628198
Georgia$13,738194
Louisiana$12,943188
Indiana$11,730184
Washington$12,545164
Idaho$11,847161
New York$11,194151
Illinois$12,122138
Kansas$12,882133

Project Scope — Motorized Screen Count Comparison

How this project's motorized screen count compares to the average across 5,382 projects:

MetricValue
Motorized Screen in This Project5
Average per Project2.5
Median per Project2
Cost per Unit (This Project)$5,829
National Avg Cost per Unit$4,844

Project Summary

Product TypeMotorized Screen
LocationBoston, MA
DateAugust 12, 2024
Total Price$29,145
Tax Rate7.25%
Number of Items2

Line Items & Pricing

DescriptionProduct TypeQtyUnit PriceTotal
Solar Screen Motorized Screen 4 $6,250 $25,001
  • ~20×14 ft
  • Fabric: Solar
  • Mesh: Suntex 95
  • Control: -1
  • Side Track Color: Black
  • Hood Color: Black
Solar Screen Motorized Screen 1 $5,720 $5,720
  • ~20×9 ft
  • Fabric: Solar
  • Mesh: null
  • Control: Motor
  • Side Track Color: Black
  • Hood Color: Black

Product Specifications

Solar Screen

Solar Screen

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a motorized screen cost?
Based on 5,382 real projects in our database, the national average for a motorized screen is $12,110 and the median is $9,084. Prices range from $34 to $242,092. This particular project totaled $29,145, placing it in the 95th percentile (Premium).
What is included in this motorized screen project?
This project includes 2 items: Solar Screen at $25,001, Solar Screen at $5,720. 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 $23.63 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 MA?
Based on 120 projects in MA, the average motorized screen project costs $14,674. The national average is $12,110 across 5,382 projects. Prices vary by city, features selected, and installation complexity.
Is this motorized screen price above or below average?
This project is rated "Premium" — it falls in the 95th percentile nationally, meaning 95% of comparable motorized screen projects cost less. The national average is $12,110 based on 5,382 projects.
How many motorized screens are in a typical project?
The average motorized screen project includes 2.5 units. This particular project has 5 motorized screens, which is above the average. The per-unit cost for this project is $5,829 vs. the national average of $4,844 per unit.
Is this real pricing data?
Yes. All pricing on Riser Shade comes from real contractor estimates and professional installations. We analyze 5,382+ real projects to provide accurate market comparisons. This project's data is sourced from a verified professional installer estimate dated August 12, 2024. Client and contractor details are anonymized to protect privacy.