At Lafferty Aluminum & Screening, we help Florida homeowners create outdoor spaces that are beautiful, durable, and made for year-round living. Serving Brevard and Indian River Counties, our team delivers expert craftsmanship on every project, from pool enclosures to hurricane protection.
Florida sunshine is great until your patio becomes too hot to enjoy. If your backyard, pool area, or outdoor seating space gets intense afternoon sun, a retractable awning in Palm Bay, FL can make a big difference.
A retractable awning gives you shade when you need it without permanently covering your outdoor space. Extend it over your patio, poolside seating, outdoor dining area, or commercial storefront, then retract it when you want full sunlight again.
Lafferty Aluminum & Screening installs custom retractable and motorized awnings throughout Palm Bay, FL, helping homeowners and businesses create more comfortable outdoor spaces.
Whether you need shade for a small backyard patio or a large commercial seating area, we'll help you find the right awning size, features, and configuration for your property.
Your backyard should be somewhere you actually want to spend time.
A motorized retractable awning lets you control your outdoor shade at the push of a button. Extend it during the hottest part of the afternoon and retract it when you want your patio open again.
Depending on the system selected, available features may include:
Instead of committing to permanent shade, you decide when and where you want coverage.
Palm Bay's warm climate makes outdoor living possible throughout much of the year. However, direct sunlight can make patios, pool decks, and backyard seating areas uncomfortable.
A retractable patio awning offers several benefits.
Extend your awning during peak sun hours to create a shaded area for relaxing, dining, or entertaining.
When temperatures cool down or you want more sunlight, simply retract it.
A retractable awning can help make your patio more enjoyable during the hottest parts of the day.
Instead of heading inside when the afternoon sun becomes uncomfortable, you can create shade over the areas where your family spends time.
A properly positioned awning can shade outdoor furniture, sliding glass doors, and nearby windows.
This helps reduce direct UV exposure and may reduce solar heat gain through shaded glass openings.
Unlike a permanent patio cover, a retractable awning gives you flexibility.
Enjoy overhead shade when you want it and an open sky when you don't.
Palm Bay homes come in many different layouts, from compact backyard patios to larger outdoor entertaining spaces.
Retractable awnings can provide shade over:
The goal isn't necessarily to shade your entire backyard.
It's to create shade where you actually spend your time.
A pool is one of the best ways to enjoy Florida weather, but the surrounding patio can still become uncomfortable in direct sunlight.
A retractable awning can create a shaded area beside your pool for lounge chairs, dining furniture, or an outdoor sectional.
This allows you to enjoy your pool area without permanently covering the entire deck.
Extend the awning when you want shade and retract it when you want full sunlight again.
Already have a screened patio or pool enclosure?
A screen enclosure helps keep insects out, but it doesn't necessarily block direct overhead sunlight.
Depending on your enclosure's construction and available mounting options, a retractable awning may be able to provide additional shade within the screened space.
For example, you might only need shade over your outdoor dining table or seating area rather than the entire pool enclosure.
Our team can evaluate your existing structure and determine what installation options may work.
Choosing the right retractable awning size is about more than measuring the width of your patio.
You also need to consider how far the awning extends and where the sunlight hits throughout the day.
During your free estimate, we look at:
A smaller awning may be ideal for a compact patio, while a larger system may work better for an expansive backyard entertaining space.
One of the most common questions homeowners ask is:
How much does a motorized retractable awning cost?
As a general estimate, motorized retractable awnings may range from approximately $2,500 to $9,000+, depending on the size and features of the system.
Several factors affect the final price:
A smaller patio awning and a large custom motorized awning can have very different installation costs.
Lafferty offers free awning estimates in Palm Bay, allowing us to measure your space and provide pricing specific to your property.
For more information, visit our Retractable Awning Cost Guide.
Retractable awnings aren't just for residential properties.
Palm Bay businesses can also benefit from adjustable outdoor shade.
A commercial retractable awning can provide shade for:
A custom awning can help make an outdoor business space more comfortable while complementing the building's appearance.
Whether you're looking for shade over a customer seating area or a large commercial patio, we can evaluate your space and recommend an appropriate system.
Florida weather can change quickly, especially during summer thunderstorms.
Depending on the system selected, an optional wind sensor may be available to automatically retract your awning when wind conditions reach its trigger point.
This can provide additional convenience, particularly for homeowners who regularly use their awnings.
However, retractable awnings are designed for shade, not hurricane protection.
Always retract your awning during strong winds, severe thunderstorms, tropical weather, and hurricanes according to the manufacturer's operating instructions.
Both retractable awnings and permanent patio covers provide shade, but they work differently.
A retractable awning uses a fabric canopy supported by aluminum structural components. It extends when you want shade and retracts when you want your patio open again.
A permanent patio cover provides fixed overhead coverage.
Lafferty does not install fixed, solid-aluminum awnings. Our awning systems are retractable.
If you're interested in a permanent outdoor structure instead, explore our pergola options.
Palm Bay is one of Brevard County's largest residential communities, with outdoor spaces that vary considerably from neighborhood to neighborhood.
A home with a smaller patio near Bayside Lakes may need a different awning configuration than a property with a large pool deck or outdoor entertaining area elsewhere in the city.
Lafferty serves homeowners and businesses throughout Palm Bay, including:
We also serve surrounding communities, including Melbourne, West Melbourne, Malabar, and Grant-Valkaria.
Lafferty Aluminum & Screening is a local, family-owned company serving homeowners and businesses throughout Brevard and Indian River County.
We specialize in custom outdoor improvements designed around how Florida residents actually use their spaces.
When you schedule a free awning estimate, we'll evaluate your patio, discuss where the sunlight becomes a problem, and help determine the right size and configuration.
We can also provide applicable contractor and project documentation for homeowners who need HOA approval.
Our goal is simple: help you enjoy more time outside without fighting the Florida sun!
Motorized retractable awnings may generally range from $2,500 to $9,000+, depending on size, projection, fabric, motorization, optional features, and installation requirements. A free estimate provides pricing specific to your property.
Yes. Lafferty installs custom motorized retractable awnings throughout Palm Bay, FL. Depending on the system, available features may include remote controls, wind sensors, and integrated LED lighting.
Yes, depending on the mounting location and patio layout. A retractable awning can create shade over poolside seating, lounge chairs, or outdoor dining areas without permanently covering the entire pool deck.
Depending on the enclosure and available mounting options, a retractable awning may be able to provide shade within an existing screened outdoor space. Our team can evaluate the structure to determine what options may work.
When positioned over sun-exposed windows or sliding glass doors, a retractable awning can block some direct sunlight before it reaches the glass. This may help reduce solar heat gain in that area.
Some motorized awning systems offer optional wind sensors that trigger automatic retraction when certain wind conditions are detected. Sensors do not replace the need to retract the awning ahead of severe weather.
Yes. Lafferty offers retractable awning solutions for commercial properties, including storefronts, outdoor seating areas, restaurant patios, and other business spaces.
HOA requirements vary by neighborhood. If your community requires approval, Lafferty can provide applicable contractor and project documentation after your estimate to help with your submission.
Get a Free Retractable Awning Estimate in Palm Bay, FL.
Whether you want shade over your pool, backyard patio, outdoor dining area, or commercial property, Lafferty Aluminum & Screening installs custom retractable and motorized awnings in Palm Bay, FL.
We'll measure your space, discuss your shade needs, and help you find an awning that fits your property!
Call (321) 652-1078 or request your free estimate to get started.
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Lafferty Aluminum & Screening is a locally trusted and fully licensed company known for fast, high-quality installations. Each of our projects is custom-designed to match your home’s aesthetic while meeting Florida’s strict building codes.
Plus, we offer extended warranties and flexible financing options to make your project as stress-free as possible.
Yes, we do offer in-house estimates, depending on the project type you are interested in for your home. Reach out to our team today to schedule an in-house estimate at (321) 652-1078.
Project timelines vary per build, so please speak with our team for the most up-to-date timelines on your service project.
Absolutely. We offer a wide selection of frame colors, screen materials—including pet-resistant and solar options, and customizable layouts.
Share your vision or inspiration with us, and our team will work to bring it to life.
Yes, any addition to your house enhances both the aesthetic and functional appeal of your home. It creates extra living space, improves curb appeal, and is a desirable feature for future buyers, especially in Florida communities
If you need more information, please check our FAQ section or feel free to give us a call!
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