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Fabric is the heart of the system. Solar screens are woven in different openness levels, so a homeowner who wants to keep a bay view can choose a lighter fabric while someone with a hot west-facing patio may want more coverage. Either way, each shade should be built to the exact dimensions of the opening for a tight, clean fit.
Zipper side channels run down both edges and hold the fabric snug in its track. That seals out insects and keeps the screen from billowing in the wind. Controls can include a remote, a wall switch, a smartphone app, or voice commands through a smart-home hub. The finished install should look tidy, with the motor and wiring concealed.
Sarasota has a lot of homes oriented toward the water, from the Bayfront to the neighborhoods near Lido Key and St. Armands Circle. That means strong reflected glare and afternoon sun that can overheat a lanai. A motorized shade lowers in seconds to cut the heat, protect furniture from fading, and make the space usable through the hottest part of the day.
Mid-century homes and newer builds alike often sit close together on established streets, and a lowered screen gives you privacy on the patio. Bugs are another factor, especially near the bay and the many canals around town. Sealed side tracks keep mosquitoes and no-see-ums out. When storms or high winds approach, retract the shades and leave them up.
West Shore Shade covers Sarasota County from our walk-in showroom on US Hwy 41 in Gibsonton, so getting to your home is an easy trip south. Come see our fabrics and controls in person, or book a free in-home estimate. We quote and install every project with our own crew, which keeps quality consistent from first visit to final walkthrough.
Our warranty includes lifetime full replacement on tubular motors, two years of full replacement on electronics and components, and one year on labor. We maintain a 4.8-star rating on Google and are BBB accredited with an A rating. Sarasota homeowners get the attention of a local company that handles exterior and interior motorized shades, awnings and commercial work.
