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Azenco R-BLADE Motorized Louvered Pergola
Azenco R-BLADE Motorized Louvered Pergolas in Maryland
Motorized aluminum louvers that rotate up to 90 degrees. Control sun, shade, and rain at the touch of a button. Certified Azenco installer with factory-trained installation.
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About the Azenco R-BLADE
An outdoor room that adapts to any weather
The Azenco R-BLADE is a motorized louvered pergola built for year-round outdoor living. Its dual-wall aluminum louvers rotate up to 90 degrees, so you can dial in sun, shade, and airflow, then close them for a gapless seal against rain. Azenco Outdoor is a Hunter Douglas Outdoor brand assembled in Miami, Florida, and the R-BLADE is Miami-Dade NOA approved for wind and impact. As a certified Azenco installer, we are factory-trained on engineering, installation, and service.
- Motorized dual-wall louvers rotate up to 90 degrees for sun, shade, and airflow
- Gapless closed position with built-in gutters concealed in the posts
- Smart weather sensor closes the louvers automatically when it rains
- Remote, wall switch, app, and smart-home control (Alexa compatible)
- Snow load up to 100 lbs per sq ft, wind load up to 190 mph, Miami-Dade NOA approved
- Colors: White, Black, Dark Gray, Wood Grain, Bronze, or Custom
- Add LED lighting, motorized screens, fans, heaters, and misting
Why Custom Design & Build
Certified Azenco installer, factory-trained
Motorized Control
Open or close the louvers from a remote, wall switch, app, or smart-home routine. Set schedules and presets.
Rain Sensor Included
When the smart weather sensor detects rain, the louvers close automatically and water drains through hidden gutters in the posts.
Integrated Tech
LED lighting, infrared heaters, motorized screens, and shade walls integrate seamlessly into the structure.
Certified Azenco Installer
Factory-trained on Azenco engineering, installation, and warranty service.
Recent Projects
A few of our recent azenco r-blade motorized louvered pergola builds
Investment Guide
What does this typically cost?
Contact us for current pricing
Final pricing depends on your specific design, materials, and site conditions.
Standard
Compact single-zone R-BLADE, standard color, motorized remote control. Contact us for current pricing.
Mid
Mid-size pergola with integrated LED lighting and smart rain sensor. Contact us for current pricing.
Premium
Large or multi-zone pergola with motorized screens, heaters, premium finish, and smart-home integration. Contact us for current pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions, clear answers
What makes Azenco different from other louvered pergolas?
The R-BLADE uses gapless dual-wall aluminum louvers with concealed hardware and gutters built into the posts. It is Miami-Dade NOA approved for wind and impact, and it is built in Miami by Azenco Outdoor, a Hunter Douglas Outdoor brand.
Can it really handle rain?
Yes. The louvers form a gapless seal when closed and water drains through hidden gutters concealed in the posts. A smart weather sensor closes the louvers automatically the moment rain is detected.
Is it really motorized?
Yes. Control the louvers by remote, wall switch, app, or smart-home routine (Alexa compatible). You can set schedules and presets. No manual operation required.
How long does installation take?
Most R-BLADE installations take 3 to 5 days on site once footings are ready. From contract to completion, plan on several weeks for fabrication and scheduling.
Will it fit on my existing deck?
Sometimes. The structure needs solid footings and proper structural support. We inspect during the design consultation. Many installations need new footings rather than relying on existing deck framing.
What is the warranty?
Your R-BLADE is covered by the Azenco manufacturer warranty. Ask us for the current terms on your configuration.
What Homeowners Say
Real feedback from Maryland homeowners
"Loved working with Mark and his guys! Love our new sunroom even more! Mark was open and honest from the very first call, never salesy. He was a great resource in helping us finalize the design."
Eric Schuster
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