Shade That Adjusts to Sun Position

Motorized exterior screens and solar shades drop vertically from a mounted housing to block sun, reduce glare, and provide privacy for patios, pergolas, outdoor kitchens, restaurant seating areas, and commercial storefronts. The motor retracts the shade back into the housing when you want open views or access to direct sunlight. BRD Wind and Shade Systems installs these systems across Malta, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls using SunPro motorized components that integrate with remote controls, smart home systems, and optional wind or sun sensors that automatically adjust the shade based on weather conditions.

The motor operates on a tubular roller inside the housing that winds the fabric up or down depending on the direction you trigger. The fabric tracks along side channels or cables that keep it taut and prevent wind from lifting or billowing the material. Solar shade fabrics come in varying openness factors, measured as a percentage that indicates how much light passes through the weave while still blocking UV rays and reducing heat buildup underneath the covered area.

Request a consultation to determine the fabric openness and mounting configuration suited to your outdoor space.

The motorized system includes a programmable control module that remembers preset positions, allowing you to lower the shade to a specific height with a single button press. Wind sensors detect gusts that could damage the fabric and trigger automatic retraction, while sun sensors respond to direct sunlight intensity and lower the shade when UV exposure reaches a set threshold. These features reduce manual adjustments and protect the system from damage during Idaho's unpredictable wind conditions.

Once installed, you'll notice cooler surface temperatures on outdoor furniture, reduced glare on windows and screens, and increased comfort in spaces that were previously too bright or hot during midday hours. The fabric blocks a significant percentage of UV radiation depending on its openness factor, which slows fading on cushions, wood finishes, and painted surfaces underneath the shade.

BRD Wind and Shade Systems handles custom sizing for spans up to 20 feet wide and configures multi-shade setups for large patios or commercial areas that need coordinated coverage. The installation process includes mounting the motor housing, tensioning the side channels or cables, programming the control module, and testing sensor response to confirm automatic operation works reliably.