Custom Solar Screens in Las Vegas

Interior blinds help with glare, but the heat has already passed through the glass by the time it reaches them. Solar screens sit outside the glass and reduce the sun before it gets into the room, which is why they work so well in Las Vegas summers.

Not every window needs one. In Las Vegas, the windows that gain the most heat are typically:

• West-facing — late afternoon sun is the most intense, when outdoor temperatures are already at their peak
• South-facing — direct sun all day during summer
• East-facing — morning sun, less severe but still adds load
• North-facing — minimal direct sun, often not worth screening

We recommend prioritizing west and south exposures first — that's where you'll see the biggest cooling-bill reduction. Our 2-screen minimum lets you start with just the worst-offending windows and add more later if you want.

Solar screens can lower cooling costs most noticeably on hot west- and south-facing rooms. Exact savings vary by window direction, home insulation, AC usage, and how many windows you screen.

During the on-site measure, we can help you decide whether to start with a few problem windows or quote a larger package.

We exclusively use Phifer SunTex and Textilene 80/90 mesh because these fabrics are the industry standard for solar shading. They're engineered to:

• Withstand 10 to 15 years of UV-intense Las Vegas sun before showing breakdown
• Resist fading and discoloration
• Stay flexible without becoming brittle or sagging
• Allow airflow while blocking radiation — your windows can still ventilate

These are the same fabrics used on commercial buildings, hotels, and high-end homes across the Southwest. Cheaper imported mesh tends to fail within a few years in Vegas sun, which is why we don't carry it.

If your existing solar screens are structurally sound — frames straight, fabric tensioned, no rips or fraying — but the mesh has gotten dusty or discolored from years of weather, deep cleaning is usually the right call. We remove each screen, clean it on-site using a cleaning solution designed specifically for solar screen mesh, and reinstall — it costs a fraction of replacement.

If the fabric is brittle, sagging, torn, or visibly UV-degraded, replacement is the better long-term call. We do both, and we'll tell you honestly which makes sense at the on-site measure. Read our full solar screens guide for more on when to clean vs. replace.

Most solar screens are usually around $140 per window. Final pricing depends on the number of windows, the size of each opening, and access — large picture windows and sliders run higher than standard openings, while smaller bathroom and bedroom windows come in lower. Fabric density (80% vs 90%) and frame color don't change the price. Most homeowners find solar screens pay for themselves through energy savings within 1 to 2 years.

Not quite, some visibility is reduced. Solar screens cut glare and heat significantly while still allowing you to see outside — you get comfortable, diffused light without the harsh direct sun.

We offer six Phifer and Textilene fabric colors — Black, Stucco, Beige, Dark Bronze, Brown, and Gray — in 80% or 90% sun-blocking density. Aluminum frames come in five finishes: White, Black, Bronze, Tan, and Champagne. All fabric densities and frame colors are priced the same.

Yes. If your existing solar screens are structurally sound but dirty or discolored, we offer deep cleaning services to restore them. If the fabric is worn or damaged, we can build new custom replacements.

Most homeowners find their rooms still feel bright and comfortable. Even at 90% sun-blocking density, daylight passes through clearly — you lose the harsh direct sun and glare, not the ambient brightness. The 80% density keeps slightly more light in if you're worried. We can show you the difference in person during the free on-site measure.

Phifer and Textilene mesh typically lasts 10 to 15 years in the Las Vegas desert before UV begins to break down the fibers. Aluminum frames last 20 years or more. When the fabric eventually wears or tears, we build new custom replacement screens for those windows.