Motorized retractable awnings in Austin, TX

Shade that extends only when you need it. Sunair retractable awnings for patios, windows, and pergolas, specified and installed by us.

  1. Patio awnings on folding arms with no posts at the front: Sunair, Suntube, and Sunstar, up to 40 ft wide.
  2. Maxi and Combi window awnings, Solharo over a pergola or sunroom, Sunchoice in standard sizes, and fixed canopies.
  3. Somfy motors on most models, with optional sun and wind sensors. Frame warranties of 3 to 15 years, by model.
Gray and white striped motorized awning extended from the side of a white house
Overview

Shade on demand, without support posts.

A retractable awning extends over a patio, deck, or window on folding arms, with no posts at the front edge, and rolls back against the wall when you don't need it. The shade shows up when the sun is on the table and is gone when it isn't.

We install Sunair's awning line. For patios, Sunair is the open-roll model, up to 40 ft wide and 14 ft out. Suntube rolls the fabric into a semi-cassette when it's in. Sunstar covers mid-size openings up to 24 ft wide. For windows and storefronts, Maxi runs up to 24 ft wide and Combi up to 12 ft. Solharo lies flat over a pergola, sunroom, or conservatory, up to 29 ft wide and 19 ft out. Sunchoice Elite and Sunchoice Classic come in standard sizes with a 10 ft projection. For a permanent cover, Sunair builds fixed fabric canopies on welded aluminum frames. We recommend the model at the site visit, based on the opening, the sun, and how often the awning will be out.

Built for the way the space actually gets used.

Shade that disappears

The awning rolls back flat against the wall when you don't need it. No posts out in the space.

Fully automated

Optional Somfy sun and wind sensors put the awning out when the patio gets sun and bring it in before a gust can stress it.

Sized to the opening

Sunair awnings are custom-made up to 40 ft wide and 14 ft out. Past 35 ft wide, Sunair builds to special order. We measure the opening and spec the model that covers it.

Covered when it's in

Suntube and Combi roll the fabric into a semi-cassette. Sunair, Sunstar, and Maxi take an optional hood.

Windows and storefronts

Maxi and Combi window awnings shade the glass before the heat gets in. Sunair recommends Maxi for commercial buildings and large windows. Lettering is available.

Fabric and finish range

Hundreds of acrylic fabrics, including Sunbrella, Sattler, and Sunair's own line. Nine standard frame colors plus custom on most models.

Verified specs.

Specs come from manufacturer documentation and our install records. We confirm them for your project at the site visit.
  • Patio Awnings: Sunair · Suntube · Sunstar · Sunchoice Elite · Sunchoice Classic
  • Window and Pergola Awnings: Maxi · Combi · Solharo
  • Fixed Canopies: Fabric on welded aluminum frames, built by Sunair
  • Max Width × Projection: Sunair 40' × 14' · Suntube 20' × 13' · Sunstar 24' × 11'6" · Maxi 24' × 5'8" · Combi 12' × 3'4" · Solharo 29' × 19' · Sunchoice Elite and Classic: standard sizes, 10' projection
  • Fabric: Hundreds of acrylic fabrics, including Sunbrella and Sattler · Sunchoice Elite: 6 Para acrylic patterns · Sunchoice Classic: polyester
  • Fabric Protection: Semi-cassette standard on Suntube and Combi · hood optional on Sunair, Sunstar, Maxi, and Sunchoice Elite · hood included on Sunchoice Classic
  • Valance Plus: Optional roll-down valance up to 4 ft tall on Sunair
  • Motor: Somfy on Sunair, Suntube, Sunstar, Maxi, and Combi · radio motor on Solharo and Sunchoice · Sunchoice Classic is motorized only
  • Support: Optional Awning Assist braces for Sunair, Sunstar, and Sunchoice
  • Heat: Optional Solaira infrared heaters
  • Sensors: Optional sun, wind, and rain
  • Lighting: Optional LED: factory-installed Sunair LED or Somfy LED strips, dimmable
  • Mounting: Wall, soffit, or roof · pitch adjusts up to 45°
  • Frame Colors: 9 standard colors plus custom · Sunstar in white, mocha, or ivory · Sunchoice Elite in white or mocha · Sunchoice Classic in ivory
  • Warranty: Frame: 15 years on Sunair and Suntube · 8 years on Sunstar · 5 years on Maxi, Combi, Solharo, Sunchoice Elite, and fixed canopies · 3 years on Sunchoice Classic · Sunair, Suntube, and Sunstar: 10 years on fabric, 5 years on motor
  • Lead Time: Ask us. We confirm it with the factory for your system.

Best applications.

Residential patios & decks

Residential patios & decks

Primary shade over a patio, deck, or outdoor dining area. Extends when the sun is harsh, retracts when it isn't. No support posts in the space.

Windows & entryways

Windows & entryways

Sunair Maxi and Combi window awnings shade west- and south-facing glass and stop the heat before it reaches the window, which interior blinds can't do.

Restaurant & retail storefronts

Restaurant & retail storefronts

Awnings over outdoor dining and shop entrances. Custom fabric color, frame finish, optional LED, and lettering keep the storefront looking right day and night.

Hospitality terraces

Hospitality terraces

Hotel pool decks, rooftop bars, and spa patios, where the awning has to look as finished as the property.

Poolside & lakefront

Poolside & lakefront

Pool decks and lakefront patios. Shade over the loungers that rolls back for the evening swim. Lake wind is the variable, so we add a wind sensor where the site calls for it.

Large-scale outdoor spaces

Large-scale outdoor spaces

Resort-scale terraces, large residential outdoor rooms, and commercial patios, covered with a single system.

Straight answers.

01

Which system is right for me?

It starts with where the shade goes. For a patio, Sunair reaches the largest openings, up to 40 ft wide, Sunstar fits mid-size openings up to 24 ft, and Suntube's semi-cassette covers the fabric when it's in. Sunchoice Elite and Classic come in standard sizes for simpler patios. For windows and storefronts, Maxi or Combi. Over a pergola or sunroom, Solharo. We recommend the model at the site visit.
02

What's the difference between the open-roll and semi-cassette models?

Sunair and Sunstar are open-roll: the fabric roll shows when the awning is in, and a hood is optional. Suntube adds a semi-cassette that shields the rolled fabric from rain, sun, and debris. It's worth it if the awning will see regular rain, tree debris, or long stretches retracted. Under a deep overhang, an open roll is fine.
03

How much wind can they handle?

Retract them in high wind. Sunair builds its awnings for light to moderate wind. An optional Somfy wind sensor retracts the awning automatically when gusts pick up.
04

Are they waterproof?

Sunbrella fabrics are water-repellent and shed light rain, but the awnings are not rated as permanent rain shelter. Extended rain exposure pools water on the fabric and stresses the arms. We recommend retracting in sustained rain. An optional Somfy rain sensor does this automatically.
05

Can I add LED lighting?

Yes. Sunair offers factory-installed warm white LED, and Somfy LED strips in warm or cool white can be added later. Both dim from the Somfy remote.
06

Can I control the awning from my phone?

Yes. Somfy RTS motors integrate with Alexa, Google Home, and Apple Shortcuts via the myLink bridge. Add the sensor package and the awning effectively runs itself: extending when the sun hits, retracting before wind or rain, closing at sunset if you want. Most clients end up using the awnings automatically far more than manually.
07

How big can they go?

Sunair awnings go up to 40 ft wide and 14 ft out. Suntube reaches 20 ft wide and 13 ft out, and Sunstar 24 ft wide and 11'6" out. Solharo covers up to 29 ft by 19 ft over a pergola or sunroom. Larger patios use more than one awning, side by side.
08

What does it cost?

Pricing depends on the model, size, fabric, motor, and sensors. We'd rather quote it right than quote it generic. After a site visit we come back with a firm, itemized number. If you want a rough order-of-magnitude before a visit, tell us the opening dimensions and which model you're considering, and we'll ballpark it honestly.
09

What's the warranty?

Sunair's frame warranties run 15 years on Sunair and Suntube, 8 years on Sunstar, 5 years on Maxi, Combi, Solharo, and Sunchoice Elite, and 3 years on Sunchoice Classic. On Sunair, Suntube, and Sunstar, fabric carries 10 years and the motor 5. We provide an installation warranty on top of the factory coverage.
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