With more than 300 days of sunshine each year, Colorado Springs residents enjoy abundant natural light—yet that light can also overheat interiors, fade flooring, and spike utility bills. Solar screens are an affordable, low-maintenance solution that blocks up to 90% of incoming solar heat without sacrificing fresh air. Professional installation costs range from $650-$1200 per opening, depending on size and material.
Solar screens are mesh fabrics mounted on the exterior of a window. By intercepting UV and infrared rays before they hit the glass, they outperform interior blinds or curtains in energy savings.
Traditional coverings only start working after heat has penetrated the glass, forcing AC units to fight already-heated air. That distinction makes solar screens a strategic upgrade for any residential construction project focused on efficiency.
1. Walk the property while speaking measurements. Voice recognition transcribes and feeds dimensions to our estimating engine.
2. The platform selects recommended screen densities based on window orientation, altitude, and homeowner comfort goals.
3. Labor hours are calculated from our regional cost database, automatically adjusted for residential construction wage trends in El Paso County.
4. Material pricing pulls in real-time supplier costs to lock in numbers before you leave the driveway.
5. A professional PDF proposal, branded with your logo if you’re a contractor user, appears in the client’s inbox within minutes.
Independent testing shows properly installed solar screens can cut interior cooling loads by 15%-25%. On a typical 2,400 sf home in Colorado Springs, that translates to:
These metrics provide a clear ROI snapshot alongside installation cost.
Colorado Springs houses blend rustic mountain vernacular with modern prairie styles. Our screen selection includes frame colors like bronze, clay, and adobe to pair with stucco or natural stone façades. Mesh openness factors range from 70% (maximum view) to 90% (maximum shading) and are available in charcoal or earth tones to satisfy HOA guidelines.
Will solar screens darken my rooms? 80% openness is recommended for north-facing windows, retaining ample daylight while reducing glare.
Can I keep windows open? Yes. The mesh allows ventilation and keeps insects out, acting as a second insect screen.
What if I upgrade to new windows later? Frames are fabricated to match future window sizes, so screens can move with you during remodels.
A recent project involved a 3,100 sf two-story in the Briargate neighborhood where south-facing windows caused second-floor bedrooms to reach 85 °F by late afternoon.
1. Window dimensions were captured using voice app in under eight minutes.
2. 90% charcoal screens were recommended for the upper level and 80% openness on the lower level to balance daylighting.
3. A side-by-side energy simulation projected a 22% reduction in summer cooling loads.
4. Homeowners received a branded proposal, warranty documents, and financing options instantly.
