More Expensive: Retractable screens are typically at least 4 times as expensive as fixed screens. For just one motorized system, the typical cost is $2,700, and you'll need 3 systems (for the 3 “walls”) in most screen porches. That's around $8,000 for your project.
How much does a retractable garage screen cost?
These screens come in sliding ($100 to $250), retractable ($300 to $1,400), storm ($100 to $400) and garage ($400 to $1,400) varieties. Installation can take from 30 minutes to 2 hours, and cost $50 to $75 per hour.
How much does a motorized screen cost?
Item Cost
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Motorized Screens* (per screen) $3,000 each
Porch Rescreening (for an average 12'x16′ porch) $3,000-6,000
Single Retractable Screen Door (custom installed to your door opening) $600
French Retractable Screen Doors (custom installed to your door opening) $1,200
Are retractable screens any good?
They look great and have so many advantages over a sliding glass door. ... Retractable screen doors won't keep young children or pets from escaping when you don't want them going outside. Plus pets and kids can get under and through some types of these doors.May 22, 2017
Are retractable screen worth it?
Investing in motorized screens now will not only benefit your home in the short term, but it will also increase the interest and price when you're wanting to sell. Retractable screen doors are also very aesthetically pleasing as they don't disrupt the appearance of your entry door like other screen doors do.
How much do motorized outdoor screens cost?
For just one motorized system, the typical cost is $2,700, and you'll need 3 systems (for the 3 “walls”) in most screen porches. That's around $8,000 for your project. Compare that to the average cost of $2,000 or $3,000 to install a quality fixed screen system.