FAQs

Our retractable screens are customized to fit your opening. We can go as small as four feet wide and up to 30 feet wide. We can go as tall as needed, but there will be a noticeable seam for anything more than 10 feet. Call Outback Concepts today for more information about screen size! We can also do a manual shade from 4 ft up to 12 feet wide.

Our motorized screens pull one amp each. We typically run all cords into the attic so you'll have a clean installation and won't have cords showing. If you already have soffit plugs, those can be used. You'll just see a short amount of cord. 

You'll want a plug that is consistently hot. You don't want to plug into an outlet on a switch. Here's an example of what you'll need: two screens require one 110-volt plug, and four screens require a double-gang 110-volt plug.

The number on the fabric material is the percentage of UV rays that can be blocked out. A good example is Carbon 95. Carbon is the fabric color and 95 is the UV protection percentage. Our most common options are 90 and 95. If the sun is not an issue, we have No-See-Um and Tuff Screen, which are used for bug protection only.

Yes! All remotes for enclosed patios are white. We have one-channel, five-channel, and 16-channel remotes. We also have wall switch remotes. Those come in one-channel and multi-channel options, which can come in black or white.

Absolutely! You'll be amazed at what these retractable screens will do. We sit on our patio year-round. We use our fans in the spring and summer to help circulate air and use our propane firepit to warm up in the winter. We also offer professional insulation of patio heaters. We offer 97 UV protection screens if you have a west-facing patio that won't let in a breeze on hot summer days. It's also perfect if you are a winter patio person.

According to our team, the average cost is about $5,000 per 10 or 12-foot opening. Fabric thickness also affects the cost, so ask about our tiers.

You'll find that the investment pays off in the end. According to Extra Space Storage, an online storage resource, a well-designed patio can boost your home's value by 8% to 10%. Call Outback Concepts today to learn more about our pricing!

We have two options as far as the wind! 

Option 1: Universal Screens has a wind rating of 60 MPH. We tell our Customers that if it's going to be above 40 MPH, just roll them up to protect your patio investment.

Option 2: ASI has a wind speed up to 115 MPH. This option is made to keep down all year long.

Both options are great choices; it just depends on your needs.

We say protect your investment, and it will last a lifetime.

We can typically install three screens per day. Give Outback Concepts a call today to learn more about how long it will take to install your screen enclosures. We can get you started with a free estimate!

Our retractable screens are made of fabric material, so they can be cut, but it will take some time and effort. A dog or child can run through them, but it's going to have to be a strong force to damage the screen. We've never had to replace a screen due to a child or person damaging it.

Outback Concepts proudly offers the following manufacturers' warranties: Five Years on the Somfy Motor, Ten Years on the Phifer Fabric, and 15 Years on the Twichell Fabric. The Housing, Hood, Weight Bar, and Side Tracks have a Lifetime Warranty from fading and rusting. These parts are powder-coated and not painted. Outback Concepts offers a 2 Year Labor Warranty.

On all retractable screen projects, other projects, such as pergolas and patio covers, will have 25% deposit followed by a progress payment once materials are delivered.

Call or text us to begin your service! We offer free estimates, consultations, and quotes. In our consultations, we'll walk you through the colors, opacities, and styles we offer. We'll also make recommendations based on your family’s lifestyle. Everyone has different needs and we strive to personalize the experience for you.

Protection from harsh UV rays, rain, snow, hail, and pesky insects.

We've had screens for 15 years and counting with no issues, and the average life span of a screen is about 10 years. Our retractable screens are low-maintenance or no-maintenance. We will cover proper maintenance protocol at the time of the free estimate or at the time of the project's completion.

All of our products are made of aluminum that is powder-coated, so they all have a Limited Lifetime Warranty.

So to answer your questions: Forever! No Rotting, Rusting, Cracking, or Painting needed.