Drop Screens & Solar Shades
Keep your home cooler, your porch more comfortable, and the bugs at bay — with custom drop screens from Allison’s Ace Hardware.
Make Your Space More Comfortable, Inside and Out
Looking to enjoy your porch longer? Cut down on heat and glare inside? Add a little privacy to your garage or patio?
Drop screens are a simple, stylish way to make your favorite spaces more livable — and more enjoyable — all year long.
At Allison’s Ace Hardware, we offer custom drop screen solutions for patios, porches, garages, windows, and more — installed by a local team you can trust.
Why Homeowners Trust Allison’s for Drop Screens
- Friendly, experienced local service
- Custom-sized solutions for a perfect fit
- High-quality Sunair® and Mastershade® screen systems
- Honest advice and free estimates — no pressure sales
- Over 50 years of helping neighbors love their homes more
What Are Drop Screens?
Drop screens (sometimes called solar shades) are retractable fabric panels that block sunlight, reduce heat, add privacy, and help keep out bugs and debris.
They can be installed on patios, porches, garages, windows, pergolas — even outdoor kitchens and cabanas.
Where You Can Use Drop Screens
- Patios and Porches: Extend your outdoor season with shade and breeze control
- Garages and Workshops: Add privacy, bug protection, and airflow without fully closing up
- Windows and Doors: Keep harsh sunlight out and cool air in
Whether you’re looking to shade a sunny backyard deck or make your garage a better gathering space, we can help you find the right setup.
Motorized, Manual, and Custom Options
We offer a range of drop screen systems to fit your needs:
- Motorized and remote-controlled screens for one-touch ease
- Manual crank screens for simple, no-power-needed use
- Exterior-grade and interior-grade fabric options
- Weather-resistant materials built for the Northern Neck's seasons
Need help choosing? We’ll walk you through it!
Simple 4 Step Plan
How Much Does a Drop Screen Installation Cost?
The cost of a drop screen can vary depending on the size, style, materials, and whether it’s manual or motorized.
Interior Drop Screens
Generally start around $1,500.
Exterior Drop Screens
Typically start around $2,500 and go up based on size and features.
Motorized
Options
Although priced by square footage and design complexity, the last 50 projects have averaged $15,000.
We offer free measurements and consultations to make sure you get an accurate quote before you commit — no surprises.
Want a quick ballpark estimate? We’ll be happy to help.
Top Questions We Hear from Customers
We’ve helped thousands of homeowners and pros with paint projects. Here are some of the most common questions we get in-store:
Drop screens are retractable fabric panels that lower when needed and disappear when you don't — blocking sun, reducing heat, adding privacy, and keeping out bugs.
Yes! They're ideal for outdoor living spaces, garages, sunrooms, and even large windows.
We sure do. Motorized options are great for easy daily use and add real convenience to your space.
Absolutely. We’ll come out, measure your space, review fabric options, and help you pick the right solution — no pressure, no guesswork.
Most of our drop screen systems come with strong manufacturer warranties on materials and workmanship.
We’ll explain all warranty details clearly when we quote your project.
Drop Screens Gallery
Ready to Add Shade to Your Home?
Call or visit us today for a free consultation and see how easy it is to add beautiful, practical shade to your favorite spaces.