Exterior Solar Screens for Heat Reduction in Colorado Springs
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A Smarter Way to Manage Colorado’s Intense Sun
When Colorado's afternoon sun makes your patio uncomfortable or heats up your home's interior, exterior solar screens help control that heat before it reaches your windows and outdoor spaces. Around The House Home Solutions installs exterior solar screens from Eclipse Shading Systems throughout Colorado Springs and Southern Colorado.
As an exclusive Eclipse dealer, we can provide a custom screen solution designed around your home's layout, your privacy needs, and how you want to use your outdoor space. Unlike interior shades or blinds that address sunlight after it passes through glass, exterior solar screens stop much of that solar energy before it reaches the surface. The result is reduced glare, improved comfort, and better control over sun exposure.
How Exterior Solar Screens Reduce Heat and Glare
The placement of a solar screen makes a major difference in how it performs. Exterior screens are installed outside your windows, patios, or covered outdoor areas, intercepting sunlight before it reaches the glass or surrounding surfaces. This helps reduce the amount of heat transferred into your home while also limiting glare in rooms with heavy sun exposure.
For Colorado homeowners, that outside placement is especially valuable. High elevation means stronger UV exposure, and south- and west-facing spaces can experience intense afternoon heat.
Exterior solar screens can help with:
Reducing direct sunlight entering your home
Minimizing glare on televisions and screens
Creating more comfortable patio and outdoor areas
Protecting furniture, flooring, and other interiors from UV exposure
Improving privacy while maintaining airflow and visibility
The right screen depends on what matters most for your space, whether that's maximum heat reduction, preserving your view, or creating a more comfortable outdoor area.
Solar Screen Options Designed Around Your Needs
Every home has different sun exposure, outdoor layouts, and privacy considerations. Eclipse solar screens offer several customization options, so your system works the way you need it to.
Fabric Opacity Options
The openness of the screen fabric affects both performance and visibility. Tighter weaves provide greater heat and glare reduction but reduce outward visibility. More open fabrics maintain a clearer view while still helping block UV rays and direct sunlight. During your consultation, we'll help you compare those options based on how you use the space.
Motorized and Manual Operation
Eclipse screens are available with motorized operation for homeowners who want convenient control throughout the day. With the push of a button or remote, you can adjust coverage as the sun moves.
Motorized screens are especially useful for:
Large patio openings
Frequently used outdoor spaces
Areas where sun exposure changes throughout the day
Hard-to-reach installations
Manual options are also available for simpler applications where frequent adjustments aren’t needed.
Frame Finishes
Frame colors and finishes let your solar screens coordinate with your home's exterior rather than feel like an added feature.
Built for Colorado's Sun, Wind, and Weather
Outdoor shading products need to handle more than just sunlight. Colorado screens experience UV exposure, temperature changes, wind, and seasonal weather conditions year-round.
Eclipse solar screens are designed for exterior use, with a durable frame, fabric, and motor components built to perform in outdoor environments. We install these systems for residential and commercial properties, bringing the same attention to fit, function, and long-term performance to every project.
How Exterior Solar Screen Installation Works
Every Eclipse solar screen installation begins with accurate measurements and a detailed look at your space. Since these systems are custom-built, the process starts with understanding exactly where and how the screen will be installed.
The installation process includes:
In-Home Consultation
We evaluate your windows, patio openings, or outdoor structure and discuss your goals for heat reduction, privacy, and operation.
Custom Fabrication
We build your screen to the measurements collected during the consultation, including your selected fabric, frame finish, and operating system.
Professional Installation
We mount the completed screen to your exterior opening and adjust it for proper fit and operation.
System Walkthrough
We review how to use and care for your screen so you feel comfortable with your new system.
Because each screen is made specifically for each home we work on, the timeline is different from off-the-shelf products. Custom fabrication takes additional time, but it results in a cleaner fit and better long-term performance.
Warranty and Support After Installation
Eclipse solar screens are backed by comprehensive lifetime warranty coverage, including:
Lifetime Frame Warranty: Covers structural frame components
Lifetime Fabric Warranty: Covers screen fabric against manufacturing defects
Lifetime Motor Warranty: Covers motorized drive systems
Lifetime Electronic Warranty: Covers electronic components and controls
We also provide a free one-year maintenance plan with every screen installation. If your system needs attention after installation, our team provides service support with a two-day response commitment. This combination of manufacturer protection and local support gives homeowners confidence that they have help available long after installation.
For more information on maintaining your Eclipse screen, view our maintenance and care guide.
Exterior Solar Screen Specifications
Eclipse solar screens are built with customizable fabric options and durable components designed for Colorado’s outdoor conditions. Available configurations include:
Feature | Details |
Fabric Openness | 3%, 5%, 10%, or 20% options |
UV Block | 80–97% depending on fabric selection |
Maximum Dimensions | Up to 26' wide x 18' tall |
Wind Rating | 80–130 MPH depending on configuration |
Operation Options | Motorized or manual |
Warranty Coverage | Lifetime frame, lifetime fabric, lifetime motor, and lifetime electronics |
Service Response | Two business days for existing customers |
Maintenance Plan | Free one-year maintenance plan included |
Fabric selection plays an important role in balancing privacy, visibility, and sunlight control. During your consultation, we help you compare options based on your patio layout, surrounding views, and how you plan to use the space.
Where Exterior Solar Screens Work Best
Exterior solar screens can improve comfort in many areas of your home, from patios and porches to sun-exposed windows.
Common applications include:
Covered Patios and Outdoor Rooms: Solar screens help reduce heat and glare while making outdoor areas more comfortable during Colorado's brightest afternoons.
Pergola and Outdoor Structure Integration: Screens can be paired with pergolas to provide side protection from sun and wind while keeping the space open when desired.
South- and West-Facing Windows: Exterior screens can help reduce direct solar exposure on windows that receive significant afternoon sunlight.
Commercial Outdoor Spaces: Businesses can use exterior screens to improve comfort in outdoor dining areas, storefronts, and customer-facing spaces.
For homeowners looking for a complete outdoor shading setup, patio screens and motorized pergolas can complement exterior solar screens by addressing different types of sun exposure.
Our Service Areas Throughout Southern Colorado
Around The House Home Solutions installs Eclipse exterior solar screens throughout Colorado Springs and surrounding communities, including:
Manitou Springs
Falcon
Peyton
Elizabeth
Castle Rock
Highlands Ranch
Free estimates are available throughout our service area, and financing options are available for qualifying projects.
Frequently Asked Questions About Exterior Solar Screens
The amount of heat reduction depends on the fabric opacity you choose and the amount of sun exposure your space receives. Exterior placement allows the screen to block solar energy before it reaches your glass, making it more effective for heat control than interior shading options.
Yes. Eclipse offers motorized solar screen options that let you raise and lower the screen using a remote, switch, or smart-home controls, depending on your setup.
Your view depends on the fabric selection. More open fabrics maintain better visibility from inside, while tighter weaves provide greater heat and glare reduction with less outward visibility.
The installation timeline depends on fabrication and project details. Since Eclipse screens are custom-built for each opening, there is a preparation period before installation. Once your screens are ready, we complete installation on-site.
Yes. Exterior solar screens are designed for outdoor conditions and are especially useful in Colorado's high-altitude environment, where strong UV exposure and intense afternoon sun can make spaces uncomfortable.
Get a Free Exterior Solar Screen Estimate in Colorado Springs
If your patio is too hot to enjoy or sunlight is making your home harder to keep comfortable, exterior solar screens can provide a practical solution. Around The House Home Solutions installs custom Eclipse solar screens to help homeowners create more comfortable indoor and outdoor spaces. Contact us to explore your options today.