Pricing guidance for retractable awnings in Manitou Springs, Colorado, drawn from anonymized contractor estimates and manufacturer order data. We have 2 verified local projects observed at $5,202 and $3,819, alongside a Colorado statewide benchmark of $5,345 across 179 projects. No city-local average is claimed. The benchmark average retractable awning measures 15 × 10 ft (width × projection), adding scope context to the price data.
If you're pricing a retractable awning for your Manitou Springs home, it helps to see how local projects actually shake out before you call an installer. Our local evidence currently includes 2 verified Manitou Springs projects at $5,202 and $3,819. Because that is a small sample, compare those observations with the Colorado statewide benchmark of $5,345 across 179 projects rather than treating them as a typical citywide price.
In the Manitou Springs 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 Vail, Colorado Springs, Peyton, Monument.
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 2 verified Manitou Springs projects shown on this page remain direct local evidence, but the sample is too small to call a typical city price. The comparison table therefore uses 179 verified retractable awning projects across Colorado as a broader benchmark, not as measured Manitou Springs pricing.
| Metric | Colorado Statewide | National |
|---|---|---|
| Average Cost | $5,345 | $5,461 |
| Median Cost | $4,743 | $4,800 |
| Price Range | $662 – $17,785 | $1 – $44,000 |
| 25th Percentile | $3,975 | $4,093 |
| 75th Percentile | $5,734 | $5,836 |
| Sample Size | 179 projects | 3472 projects |
The Colorado average is $5,345. Use it to frame a budget, then compare the configuration and services in an itemized local quote before drawing a conclusion about a Manitou Springs project.
The aggregate rows below use the Colorado statewide dataset as a planning proxy; they are not a measured Manitou Springs average.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Verified Manitou Springs Projects | 2 projects |
| Average Size (width × projection) | 15 × 10 ft |
| Local Project 1 | $5,202 |
| Local Project 2 | $3,819 |
| Colorado Statewide Average | $5,345 |
| Colorado Statewide Median | $4,743 |
| Colorado Sample Size | 179 projects |
| National Average | $5,461 |
| National Median | $4,800 |
Compare the Colorado statewide retractable awning benchmark with national figures. Colorado statewide average: $5,345. National average: $5,461. These comparison values are proxies for Manitou Springs, Colorado, not a measured city average.
The Colorado statewide retractable awning benchmark ranks at the 68th percentile nationally — Above Average. National prices range from $1 to $44,000.
Average Timing — Aug prices are near the annual average. This chart uses the national seasonal dataset.
Best month: Nov (avg $5,007). Peak month: Dec (avg $8,469). Annual average: $5,646.
| Month | Avg Price | Projects | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $5,838 | 92 projects | |
| Feb | $5,031 | 340 projects | |
| Mar | $5,348 | 519 projects | |
| Apr | $6,082 | 620 projects | |
| May | $5,743 | 445 projects | |
| Jun | $5,045 | 511 projects | |
| Jul | $5,098 | 356 projects | |
| Aug | $5,565 | 307 projects | Current Month |
| Sep | $5,292 | 144 projects | |
| Oct | $5,230 | 44 projects | |
| Nov | $5,007 | 80 projects | |
| Dec | $8,469 | 14 projects |
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| Metric | Colorado | National |
|---|---|---|
| Average Installation Cost | $418 | $516 |
| Median Installation Cost | $375 | $525 |
| Installation Range | $100 to $1,500 | $1 to $4,000 |
| Installation as % of Product Cost | 7% | 10% |
| Data Points | 166 installations | 2117 installations |
Installation costs in Colorado are about 19% below the national average. Based on 166 real installation line items from retractable awning projects in Colorado.
This illustrative breakdown applies common category shares to the Colorado statewide benchmark of $5,345. It is a budgeting model, not a measured Manitou Springs, Colorado 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% | $2,138 |
| Fabric or mesh (per square foot, UV/insect rated) | ~20% | $1,069 |
| Motor & controls (Somfy / Dooya, remote, wind sensor) | ~15% | $802 |
| Installation labor (mounting, electrical, calibration) | ~20% | $1,069 |
| Permits, misc. hardware, freight | ~5% | $267 |
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.
Colorado homeowners deal with intense high-altitude UV — Denver and the Front Range see 300+ sunny days per year. UV-rated solar mesh screens and Sunbrella fabrics are standard, and wind ratings are a significant consideration on the eastern slope. Retractable awnings on west-facing windows reduce afternoon glare and 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 | $5,202 | $5,202 |
| Retractable Awning project | Jul 2025 | Single-unit | 1 | $3,819 | $3,819 |
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.
We have 2 verified retractable awning projects in Manitou Springs, Colorado, observed at $5,202 and $3,819. Because that sample is small, aggregate figures use the Colorado statewide benchmark of $5,345 across 179 projects.
The Colorado statewide benchmark is $5,345, compared with the national average of $5,461. It is below the national average. This is a budgeting proxy for Manitou Springs, Colorado, not a measured city average.
Based on historical pricing data, Nov tends to have the lowest average prices ($5,007) while Dec is peak season ($8,469). Aug prices are near the annual average.
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.
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 retractable awnings shop or use the configurator to build and price your own.
Permitting requirements for retractable awnings vary by jurisdiction in Colorado. 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 Colorado statewide benchmark on this page is $5,345; compare an itemized local quote before estimating any savings.
Most single-unit retractable awning 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.