Exterior Sun Screens

Your AC is working too hard because of your windows. Stop the heat before it enters. Custom-cut to any window or door. SRP rebate eligible.

Stop heat before it ever touches the glass.

Interior blinds and curtains help — but they stop heat after it's already inside your home. Exterior sun screens intercept solar radiation before it passes through the glass, dramatically reducing heat gain.

West-facing windows in Arizona can account for a disproportionate share of afternoon heat load. Custom exterior sun screens on those windows alone can make a meaningful difference in your cooling costs.

Shade School · The honest energy savings breakdown

What the numbers actually show.

Exterior shading can reduce solar heat gain through west-facing glass by up to 77%. Interior blinds reduce it by 15–45%. The difference is significant — and so is the impact on your cooling bill over time.

Qualifying installations may be eligible for SRP energy efficiency rebates. Ask us at your estimate.

What do the percentage numbers mean?

The openness factor is the percentage of light that passes through the fabric. Lower = more blockage, less view. Higher = more airflow, more view. Here's how to choose.

3%–5% Openness

Maximum heat and UV blockage. Very high privacy. Outward view limited — one-way mirror effect during the day. Best for west-facing windows with the most direct afternoon sun.

Best for: Maximum heat blocking — west-facing windows.

10% Openness

Strong heat reduction with clearer outward view. The most popular choice — a balance of comfort and visibility. What we recommend for most East Valley installations.

Best for: Most homeowners — the smart middle ground.

20%+ Openness

Maximum view and airflow. Less heat blockage. Better for east-facing windows with morning sun only, or spaces where the view is the priority over cooling impact.

Best for: View priority — east-facing or light-use windows.

Every sun screen we build.

Fit & Fabric
  • Custom-cut to any window or door size
  • 3%, 5%, 10%, 20%+ openness available
  • UV-resistant fabric — engineered for Arizona sun
  • Multiple colors to match your home's exterior
Frame & Installation
  • 5 extruded aluminum frame colors
  • Custom color options available
  • Seasonal removal or permanent installation
  • May qualify for SRP energy efficiency rebates

Free estimate.
We'll assess every window.

We'll walk your home's exterior, identify which windows drive the most heat gain, and give you an honest recommendation on openness factor, frame color, and expected impact. Ask about SRP rebate eligibility.

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