Motorized Screens for Greater Chicago Homes
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What Hideaway Screens Can Do for Your Outdoor Living Area
Motorized screens give outdoor spaces a kind of flexibility that fixed enclosures and open-air patios simply can't match. Erdmann Outdoor Living installs Hideaway Screens systems across Greater Chicago, IL, helping homeowners get more consistent use out of covered patios, pergolas, and outdoor rooms throughout the season. The space works on your schedule, not around whatever the weather decides to do.
Hideaway Screens are motorized retractable systems built for residential outdoor structures. Once installed, they give you on-demand environmental control without committing to a permanent enclosure. Enjoy:
Sun and Glare Control: Drop the screens during peak afternoon brightness and raise them when the light shifts
Insect Protection: Keep mosquitoes out during evening hours without retreating indoors entirely
Wind Buffering: Take the edge off breezy conditions and extend comfortable use into the shoulder seasons
Privacy: Screen your patio from neighboring sightlines whenever you want it
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How Motorized Outdoor Screens Work
Hideaway Screens operate through a quiet motorized system controlled by remote, wall switch, or app. Screens extend and retract at the push of a button, then tuck completely out of sight inside compact housing mounted to the structure.
Systems come in roll-down and side-sliding configurations depending on how your outdoor structure is framed. If you're integrating screens with a pergola that already has motorized operating systems, we work through compatibility during the design consultation so nothing gets overlooked.
Hideaway Screens systems use durable, weather-resistant components and aluminum frames. The motors run quietly and don't need frequent attention to keep working. If power goes out, a manual override keeps the system functional.
Motorized Screen Options and Configurations
Your Hideaway Screens installation will be custom-fitted to your Chicagoland home. During the design process, you'll work through options that include:
Solar Mesh: Cuts glare and heat while still letting you see out
Insect Mesh: Fine weave that keeps bugs out without blocking airflow
Privacy Mesh: Denser weave that limits sightlines from outside
Frame Finishes: Powder-coated aluminum that coordinates with your existing structure
Screen Dimensions: Custom-sized to fit your pergola, patio cover, or outdoor room openings
For larger backyard projects, our custom outdoor design process includes renderings before construction begins. Motorized screens also pair well with privacy walls if you're looking to define a more complete perimeter for an outdoor room.
Why Choose Us for Motorized Screen Installation in Chicago?
Motorized screens work best when they're planned as part of the broader structure rather than retrofitted as an afterthought. Erdmann Outdoor Living handles design, permitting, and installation under one roof, so you're not juggling multiple contractors.
Every project starts with a free consultation and a custom rendering so you can see the finished installation before permits are ever pulled. Permitting is handled in-house, which takes much of the frustration out of the outdoor living design process.
Erdmann Outdoor Living has been family-owned since 1982. The same team that designs your project is the team that builds it. Check out our project gallery to see finished installations across the area. We're proud to be recognized by the Certified Contractors Network and named to the Qualified Remodeler Top 500.
Where We Install Motorized Screens
Erdmann Outdoor Living serves the Greater Chicago area, including Arlington Heights, Barrington, Glenview, Lake Forest, Winnetka, Glencoe, Naperville, Hinsdale, Elmhurst, Glen Ellyn, and beyond. Visit our service areas page for full coverage details.
Common Questions About Motorized Screens in the Chicago Area
Fixed screens stay in place permanently, which means your patio is always enclosed, whether you want it to be or not. Motorized screens retract completely when you don't need them, giving you full open-air access on nice days and complete coverage when conditions call for it. That flexibility lets the same space function in completely different ways depending on the day.
In many cases, yes. It depends on how the existing structure is framed and whether there's adequate mounting space for the screen housing. We assess compatibility during the initial consultation and can walk through feasibility for covered patios and pergolas before any commitments are made.
Solar mesh is the right call when glare and heat are the main issues and you still want to see out. Insect mesh balances airflow with solid bug protection. Privacy mesh works well for spaces that face neighboring yards or streets where outside sightlines are the bigger concern. The right choice usually comes down to how you use the space and what time of day you're out there most.
Hideaway Screens systems are built to be low-maintenance, with enclosed motors, powder-coated aluminum frames, and UV-resistant mesh. We handle full installations and can talk through replacement options down the road if anything ever needs attention.
Most homeowners get the bulk of their use from late spring through early fall, when insects are active and afternoon sun and wind are the biggest comfort factors. The motorized feature makes seasonal transitions easier since you can simply retract the screens when the season winds down rather than dealing with hardware storage.
Start Your Motorized Screen Project Today
Contact Erdmann Outdoor Living to schedule your free motorized screen consultation in Chicagoland. We'll assess your structure, walk through your options, and put together a custom rendering. Financing is available for qualifying projects.
Read Our Reviews
From my very first call to the completion of my shade structure installation, Kyle and his team were responsive and attentive to this unique project's needs...Erdmann Outdoor Living was able to help me transform and revitalize an abandoned service station and installed a beautiful structure...
Just got my pergola done by these guys! Everything looks amazing. The design was exactly what we were looking for and everything was completed on time. John, the project manager always kept me updated and his crew Hayden, Samuel, and David did a great job as well. Highly recommend!
We are beyond thrilled with our pergola and new outdoor living space! The process from start to finish was very straightforward and all team members were great to work with! We cannot thank Josh, Hayden and the rest of the construction crew enough for their hard work, excellent craftsmanship, and superior kindness!
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