Cost of Solar Shades
January 2013
Do you need to know the range of average installed costs for Solar Shades in your zip code? Do you need an independent, 2013 cost breakdown of Solar Shade material and installation costs?
The Homewyse Solar Shade cost estimator provides up to date pricing information for your area. Enter your zip code, the size of your project below and click "Update". The table below summarizes the average 2013 cost to install Solar Shades in your area for good, better and custom quality work.
*Note: The unified distance equals the height plus the width
- To avoid costly problems and get quality work at a fair price, have Solar Shade installation completed by a licensed and bonded Finish Carpenter. Use the free Homewyse checklist for proven advice in finding, hiring and managing a trustworthy Finish Carpenter.
- You may be able to save on Solar Shade installation costs by hiring a Handy Person. Make sure that any prospective Handy Person has relevant Solar Shade experience, that you verify past work, and that you follow the homewyse checklist.
- Avoid costly warranty and maintenance problems for your Solar Shade project. Use the homewyse Window Shade Installation checklists to make sure your project is completed with proper installation techniques and materials.
Solar Shades - Pricing and Installation Cost Notes
- Solar Shade installation costs are commonly quoted from a standard rate and can be estimated by the service professional with inspecting the job site.
- Cost ranges account for variations in contractor skill, job location and seasonal contractor wage rates.
- Expect to pay an additional 5% - 14% in material and installation costs for complex installation configurations and patterns.
- The homewyse installation cost estimate does not include costs for valance or other window top treatments.
- The homewyse cost estimates includes all typical costs for all mounting hardware and draw tiebacks.
- Higher priced Solar Shades may include features such as better insulating and light blocking capability, richer finish components and uv resistant shade material.
- Solar Shade installation costs will approach the high end of the range in or near major metropolitan areas.
- Save money on the total project by having multiple vendors bid on the same, complete description of Solar Shade work for your project.
- Save money on installation costs by being flexible on project scheduling - schedule your project during slow periods for the installer.
- Save money on material by shopping online or by choosing discountinued, odd lot, remnant or incorrectly ordered items from your retailer.