Rolling shutters are custom exterior covers built to close over a window, door, or patio opening. They roll up into a compact box mounted above the opening and roll back down along guide rails when you want coverage. You may also hear them called roller shutters, roll down shutters, or window shutters, they are all the same product. Every Roll-A-Shield shutter is custom-built at our Tempe, Arizona facility for the exact opening it protects.

Yes. Rolling shutters are custom-built to the exact width and height of the opening they cover, including large sliding glass doors and multi-panel patio doors. Standard foam-filled shutters cover openings up to about 18 feet wide, and our single-wall commercial slat covers openings up to about 20 feet wide, so most residential and commercial sliding glass doors fall well within range. We confirm the right slat type and width for your specific door during a free on-site estimate.

Roll-A-Shield is a local rolling shutter company that measures, builds, and installs every project with our own crews, based at our Tempe, Arizona facility and serving Phoenix and the rest of the Valley. If you are looking for rolling shutter installation near you, our team works in Phoenix regularly and can schedule a free on-site estimate.

Motorized patio screens are retractable mesh screens that cover a patio, porch, or other exterior opening, then roll back out of sight when you do not need them. You may also see this same product called rolling screens, retractable screens, roll down screens, solar screens, sun screens, outdoor screens, patio shades, or motorized patio shades, they all describe the same kind of shade mesh. Every patio screen we install in Phoenix is motorized as standard, controlled by remote. The mesh helps block sun and lets you use a patio or outdoor room for more of the year without giving up the breeze.

Yes. Roll-A-Shield installs motorized patio screens with our own local crews, and every screen we install in Phoenix is measured, configured, and fitted to your exact opening. If you’re searching for motorized screens for patio near you, our team works in Phoenix regularly and can schedule a free on-site estimate.

How much rolling shutters cost in Phoenix depends mostly on the size of the opening, the slat type, and whether the shutter is manual or motorized, and this holds whether you are pricing exterior rolling shutters or security shutters. Motorized rolling shutter cost runs higher than a manual shutter of the same size. As a general guide, a single residential window usually runs from about $800 to $3,500 installed, and commercial or multi-opening projects vary from there. We give you an exact rolling shutter installation cost for your property during a free on-site estimate.

Yes, for most Phoenix homeowners. Rolling shutters combine heat control, security, noise reduction, and privacy in one system, so the cost typically covers several jobs that would otherwise need separate products. Weighed against years of use, the up-front cost is usually smaller than homeowners expect once they see everything a shutter handles.

Motorized patio screen cost depends on the width and height of the opening, the motor type, and any added controls, so retractable patio screen cost varies more than a single number can capture. We do not publish a flat price because every opening is different, but we walk you through the price factors and give you an exact number during a free on-site estimate.

Yes, for most patios and outdoor rooms. Motorized patio screens let you block sun and insects with the push of a button, extend the months you can comfortably use the space, and retract out of sight when you do not need them. For most homeowners, that added use of the space is worth the investment.

Closed shutters block sunlight before it reaches the glass, which is what keeps heat out and helps lower cooling costs. The foam-filled slats and the trapped air gap between a closed shutter and the glass also slow heat transfer into the room, so your air conditioning has less work to do. That combination is how rolling shutters help reduce cooling load and lower energy bills over time. The exact difference depends on the opening, its exposure, and the slat type.

A closed rolling shutter is a strong physical barrier over the window, door, or opening it protects, which adds a real layer of security most windows do not have on their own. That barrier makes forced entry more difficult and more time consuming, which is why homeowners and businesses use rolling shutters as part of their security plan.

Yes. As patio sun screens, the mesh fabric used in our motorized patio screens is rated by the manufacturer to block up to 95 percent of heat and UV rays, which is a big part of what makes a shaded patio usable during Phoenix’s hottest months. The mesh and hardware are chosen to handle desert sun and heat year round, which is why motorized patio screens hold up well in Arizona’s climate.

Yes. When lowered, the screen creates a physical barrier across the opening that keeps insects out while you use the space. Retract it any time you want the opening fully open again.

Closed rolling shutters cover the glass and help protect windows and doors from wind-blown dust and debris during monsoon storms, and Phoenix’s south and west side neighborhoods often see some of the heaviest blowing dust move through first. Motorized patio screens are not designed to be left down in high wind, so we recommend retracting them any time a monsoon storm is expected, then lowering them again once it passes.

Both. Exterior-mounted shutters sit outside the glass and give you the strongest security and storm protection, and they’re the default choice for most Phoenix homes. Interior-mounted shutters install entirely within the window reveal, which keeps the outside of your home looking unchanged, a popular choice in HOA communities that restrict exterior modifications. We help you choose the right mount for your property during a free on-site estimate.

Yes. Financing is available for residential projects that we install, through three plans from Service Finance Company on approved credit: an 18-month plan that is interest-free if paid in full, plus 120-month and 180-month plans. Your specialist walks you through the options during your free estimate. See financing options.

It depends on your community. Many Phoenix neighborhoods, especially master-planned communities like Desert Ridge, Norterra, and Ahwatukee Foothills, have their own rules about exterior changes, and requirements vary from one HOA to the next. We work in these communities often and can help you understand what your HOA is likely to ask for, but your HOA is the final word on approval. If your HOA restricts exterior changes, ask us about interior-mounted shutters, which install entirely within the window reveal and keep the outside of your home unchanged.

Possibly. Phoenix has designated historic districts, including neighborhoods like Willo, Encanto-Palmcroft, Coronado, and F.Q. Story, where exterior changes can be subject to review by the City of Phoenix Historic Preservation Office. Requirements vary by district and by project. We can talk through what your project involves, and we recommend confirming with the City of Phoenix before work begins.

We serve homes and businesses throughout Phoenix, including Arcadia, Biltmore, North Central Phoenix, Desert Ridge, Laveen, Ahwatukee Foothills, Downtown Phoenix, Roosevelt Row, and the Camelback Corridor. We also serve the rest of Metro Phoenix, including Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Peoria, Surprise, Goodyear, and Sun City.

Request a quote online or call (480) 376-1629. We schedule a free on-site estimate, measure your openings, and give you an exact price for your project.