How Much Do Retractable Screens Cost?
A clear, honest look at what retractable screens typically cost — and exactly what moves the price up or down.
Quick Answer
What do retractable screens cost?
As a general industry guide, manual retractable door and window screens typically run about $500–$1,500 per opening, while motorized screens for large patio openings generally run about $2,500–$5,000+ per opening. Oversized systems for very large openings are custom-quoted. Your exact price depends on opening size, screen type, mesh, motor/automation, and the number of openings — Phantom Retractable Screens provides a free, no-obligation quote.
The figures below are general industry ranges for orientation only — not Phantom Retractable Screens quotes. Because every screen is custom-built to its opening, your exact price comes from a free in-home measurement.
| Screen type | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Retractable door screen (manual) | $500 – $1,500 / opening | Single, French, or sliding doors. Varies with width and mesh. |
| Retractable window screen (manual) | $500 – $1,200 / window | Most window types. Varies with size and mesh. |
| Motorized patio/large-opening screen | $2,500 – $5,000+ / opening | Adds motor, control, and optional wind/sun sensors. |
| Oversized motorized system | Custom (often mid-thousands+) | Openings up to ~15 ft wide × 12 ft high; quoted individually. |
What affects the price
Opening size
Wider and taller openings need more material and heavier-duty tracks, raising the price.
Manual vs. motorized
Motorization adds a motor and controls — worth it on large/high openings, a premium on small ones.
Mesh type
Insect, solar, and privacy mesh differ in price; solar mesh adds heat and glare control.
Automation
Wind/sun sensors and smart-home integration (Somfy, Alexa, Control4, etc.) add cost and convenience.
Color & finish
Standard colors are included; custom color-matching and wood-grain finishes are upgrades.
Number of openings
Outfitting multiple openings in one project usually improves the per-opening value.
Site conditions
Out-of-square frames, masonry, or difficult access can affect installation labor.
Retractable Screen Cost — FAQs
How much do retractable screens cost?
Industry-wide, manual door and window screens typically run about $500–$1,500 per opening, and motorized screens for large patio openings generally run about $2,500–$5,000+ per opening. These are orientation ranges, not a quote — Phantom Retractable Screens provides exact pricing after measuring your openings for free.
Why don’t you list fixed prices on the website?
Every retractable screen is custom-built to a specific opening, so the price depends on size, screen type, mesh, motor/automation, and finish. A free in-home measurement is the only way to give an accurate number — and it’s no-obligation.
Are motorized screens worth the extra cost?
For large, high, or hard-to-reach openings, yes — motorization makes them practical and adds remote/app/voice control and automatic sensors. For standard doors and windows, manual screens deliver the same view-preserving benefit for less.
Do you offer free quotes?
Yes. We provide a free, no-obligation in-home consultation and quote, with professional measurement included.
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