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Alutech SunShield Retractable Awnings
Motorized Retractable Awnings for Maryland Decks & Patios
On-demand shade at the touch of a button. Premium Sunbrella fabric, motorized operation, and LED-lit arms. Authorized Alutech dealer with factory-trained installation.
4.9 stars on Google•94 verified Google reviews•MHIC #91686
About Retractable Awnings
Shade when you want it. Sky when you don't.
Retractable awnings give you on-demand shade without changing the architecture of your home. Extend the awning when you want shade, retract it when you want full sun. As an authorized Alutech dealer serving Harford, Baltimore, and Cecil counties, we install the SunShield motorized awning with premium Sunbrella fabric, recessed LED lighting in the arms, and a semi-cassette hood that protects the fabric when it is rolled away. If you shopped an Aristocrat awning in the past, the SunShield is the system we install now, and it is a comparable or better build.
- Sunbrella solution-dyed acrylic fabric, hundreds of colors and patterns
- Motorized with remote control, plus manual override in case of a power outage
- Recessed LED lighting inside the arms for evening use
- Adjustable pitch and a self-storing semi-cassette hood
- Four frame colors: White, Cream, Bronze, Beige
- Widths from 8 ft up to 19 ft 6 in, projection from 8 ft to 12 ft
Why Custom Design & Build
Authorized Alutech dealer, factory-trained installation
On-Demand Shade
Extend the awning when you need shade, retract it when you don't. Your deck stays usable in any weather.
Premium Sunbrella Fabric
Solution-dyed acrylic resists fading, mildew, and UV damage, and cleans up easily.
Motorized & LED-Lit
Operate it from a remote, with LED lighting built into the arms and a manual override for outages.
Authorized Alutech Dealer
Factory-trained installation and direct manufacturer warranty support.
Our Installation
Who installs your awning? We do.
We are an authorized Alutech dealer, and our own factory-trained crew handles your installation start to finish. No subcontracted middlemen. We are licensed in Maryland (MHIC #91686) and we back every job with our workmanship guarantee on top of the Alutech manufacturer warranty. We install across Harford, Baltimore, and Cecil counties.
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Free consultation
We come out, measure your space, and talk through fabric, width, and options. You get a to-the-penny quote.
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Custom build
Your awning is made to order with your fabric choice. Expect about 4 to 8 weeks.
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Single-day install
Most awnings go up in one day. We mount it, test the motor and sensors, and show you how to run it.
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Ongoing support
If you ever need anything, you call us, not a factory hotline.
Recent Projects
A few of our recent alutech sunshield retractable awnings builds
Investment Guide
What does this typically cost?
Starting around $5,800 installed
Final pricing depends on your specific design, materials, and site conditions.
Standard
10 to 12 ft wide, standard Sunbrella fabric. Manual from about $5,800, motorized from about $6,800 installed.
Mid
13 to 16 ft wide, motorized with remote. About $8,400 to $8,900 installed.
Premium
20 ft wide, motorized, with LED and sensor options. About $9,300 to $10,400 installed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions, clear answers
What Homeowners Say
Real feedback from Maryland homeowners
"We couldn't be happier with the beautiful deck and porch roof Custom Design and Build completed for us in Forest Hill. Their craftsmanship is top-notch, and they were always clear and consistent with communication."
Kristen Volz, Forest Hill MD
Verified Google Review
"Mark and his team are professional, detail oriented, and most of all, they LISTEN to you. So rare these days. Cannot recommend them highly enough."
Jeffrey Buck
Verified Google Review
Learning Center
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Start with a free phone conversation. We'll learn about your project, answer your questions, and help you understand what's possible. No pressure, no high-pressure sales tactics.
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The Benefits
Why Maryland homeowners add retractable awnings
Shade on demand
Extend the awning for instant shade over your deck or patio, then retract it for full sun. You control the comfort from a remote.
UV and fade protection
Sunbrella fabric blocks UV rays that fade deck furniture, flooring, and the fabrics inside your home near sunny windows.
Lower summer cooling costs
Shading sun-facing windows and doors reduces solar heat gain, which can ease the load on your air conditioning.
A longer deck and patio season
A retractable sun shade keeps your outdoor space comfortable on hot afternoons and in light rain, so you use it more months of the year.
Service Area
A local awning company and installer serving Harford, Baltimore, and Cecil Counties
We install Alutech SunShield retractable awnings for homeowners across Harford, Baltimore, and Cecil Counties in Maryland, including Bel Air, Forest Hill, Fallston, Aberdeen, Havre de Grace, Jarrettsville, Joppa, Edgewood, Towson, Cockeysville, Perry Hall, White Marsh, Elkton, and North East. If you are nearby and do not see your town, reach out and we will let you know if we cover your area.
Baltimore County is a core part of our service area. We install retractable awnings across the Baltimore area, including Towson, Cockeysville, Perry Hall, and White Marsh, plus the surrounding Baltimore County neighborhoods.
Local Installation
Working with a local awning installer
We are the awning installer, not a middleman that sells the job and hands it to someone else. When you hire us, our own crews show up and do the work.
That covers the whole installation: measuring your deck or patio, mounting the awning into solid structure instead of just siding, running the wiring and making the electrical connection on motorized units, and coming back for service later if you need it.
Working with a local Maryland awning company also means one point of contact after the install. Warranty questions, fabric care, or a motor that needs attention all go back to the same team that put the awning up. We are an authorized Alutech dealer, licensed under MHIC #91686, with more than 30 years in outdoor living.
Learn More
Learn more about awnings
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- 10 Benefits of Installing an Awning
- The Complete Guide to Deck Awnings
- Extending Your Outdoor Living Space with Awnings
The Details
SunShield Specifications
Verified specs from Alutech. Each awning is built to order to fit your opening.
Widths
8 ft to 19 ft 6 in
Projection
8 ft to 12 ft
Frame Colors
White, Cream, Bronze, Beige
Operation
Motorized with remote, manual override for power outages
Lighting
Recessed LED inside the arms
Frame
Powder-coated aluminum torsion bar
Pitch
Adjustable
Hood
Self-storing semi-cassette
Fabric
Sunbrella, hundreds of colors and patterns
Resources
Brochures, fabrics, and manuals
Authorized Alutech dealer. Spec sheets and fabric guides straight from the manufacturer.
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