Josh Hobbs - Austin, Texas
512-351-5762
5,500+ Installations in the Austin TX area.
Solar Window Screens -> Multi-Family Solar Window Screens
Clean up your Multi-Family
property with my
Solar Window Screens.
Tenants LOVE my Solar Screens!
My Solar Screens for Windows will create UNIFORMITY and will HIDE the tenant's interior belongings.
My solar screens for apartments will make your tenants happy. The solar screens shade the windows to significantly help keep the units MUCH cooler, thus relieve some stress on the A/C units. Tenants love the privacy aspect. They love that during the day other tenants can not easily see into their units when their blinds are open. Tenants love the shading factor, which keeps their unit cooler. Property managers love the solar screens because they just look so good. The solar screens create a uniform look, they take away the site of bent blinds, stickers on the glass and all of those unsightly tenant belongings. When the apartment property sales team shows the property it looks its best with all the windows covered. The solar screens will unquestionably tie the property together with a clean, fresh and uniform look.
VIDEO: Solar Screen Benefits for Apartments
↓ Watch this video to better understand how my Solar Screens can be a benefit for your multifamily property ↓
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Solar Screens for Windows will shade your apartment building's windows keeping them and the units MUCH cooler.
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MultiFamily solar screen installations dress the property up Considerably. Creates a clean uniform appearance.
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Tenants love my solar window screens. The units stay MUCH cooler and gain a much-welcomed level of privacy.
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You can't see into the units, so the tenant's belongings are hidden and concealed from being seen by prospective renters when the property is being shown.
Call to get Estimated cost options for your Multi-Family Property
Call Josh Hobbs at 512-351-5762
for INSTALLED Apartment & MultiFamily
Solar Screen PRICING
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Simply give me a call and I'll put your Multi-family property on one of my routes
to swing by to measure and count the windows.
Once I have completed the measurements, I will email you a cost estimate. If the apartment complex is located in Austin, TX, I will check whether it qualifies for a multi-family Austin Energy Rebate. If it does, the estimated rebate amount will be included in the pricing I send you.
I will provide you with options for 80% and 90% sun shade fabric. This will allow you to compare the cost differences between the two. The 90% sun control fabric offers significantly better concealment coverage than the 80% solar shade fabric, though it comes at a slightly higher price. You can see examples of both 80% and 90% apartment solar window screen installations here.
In the estimate, I will also break down the costs for different frame options, including either a 3/4" frame or a heavy-duty 1" framed solar screen. You will see all these pricing options in the estimate, allowing you to evaluate the cost differences.
If you would like pricing for swing doors and sliding doors for the apartments, I can include that as well. Additionally, I can enhance the appearance of the solar screens with grid patterns, which would add approximately 30% to the cost, but I can present that as a separate pricing option too.
Question : What parts of Texas do you offer your multi family apartment solar screen installation services for?
& Answer : Not for residential, but for multi family apartment solar window screen installations, I service our home base of Austin Texas and travel to Waco TX, San Marcos Texas, New Braunsfels TX, San Antonio Texas and Houston.
Question : Our multifamily apartment complex is within the city limits of Austin TX, can I get an Austin Energy Rebate? And how much of a $$ Rebate should I expect to see / get?
& Answer : We can definitely look into getting you an Austin Energy rebate. However, several factors need to align for this to happen:
1. The property must be ECAD compliant.
2. The property cannot be on the City of Austin's repeat offenders list for violations.
We can verify both of these requirements for you.
There are also specific parameters that the windows must meet to qualify for the rebates. For instance, they cannot be located under a 6-foot overhang, must face a certain direction, and cannot be too close to another building. There are many variables to consider, all of which we will sort out.
When I visit the property to provide a pricing estimate, I will assess everything and inform you of what to expect in terms of the rebate amount from Austin Energy. The rebate goes directly to us, so when we bill you, the rebate will be reflected as a deduction.
To give you an idea of potential amounts, on a $40,000 installation, the rebate could be as high as $20,000, meaning the total cost to you would only be $20,000.
Please keep in mind that the rebate process can take some time since we are dealing with the city, which often complicates things. You can expect an additional 30-45 days to be added to the project timeline due to the involvement of the city.
Despite the time it may take, the rebates can be substantial and are definitely worth pursuing.
I offer six solar screen Fabric and five solar screen Frame Color choices for you to choose from. You can create whatever look you want using any combination of these colors. Each of the six solar screen Fabric colors are available in both the 80% and 90% densities.I offer six different fabric colors for solar screens and five frame color options for you to choose from. You can create any look you desire by mixing and matching these colors. Each of the six fabric colors is available in both 80% and 90% density.
Would you like a FREE Sample Kit ?
I specialize in installing solar screens for multi-family properties. If your apartment complex or townhouse is in Austin, Waco, San Marcos, New Braunfels, or San Antonio, Texas, please fill out this form to receive a sample kit.
If you’re outside these areas, complete the form anyway, and I will still send you a sample kit. I can ship my screens and assist you remotely for a proper fit.
This service is only available for multi-family properties with 250 windows or more, and it is not offered for single-family homes.
Sample Kit and Color options . . .
Color: Black 80%
Manufacturer: Twitchell, Made in Alabama USA
Product: Textilene
Availability: 80% and 90%
Dirty Resistant: High, Does Not Show Dirt
Longevity: 20+ Years
Washable: Easily with any detergent or pressure washer
Durability: Can Not tear (rip) it with your bare hands
Pet Resistant: Very Well
Popularity: 25%
BLACK 80% Fabric Solar Window Screen Installation Examples
my Video Product Eval: Through this video product eval I walk you through some of the 80% fabric Texas MultiFamily apartment installs I have done.
Color: Black 90%
Manufacturer: Twitchell, Made in Alabama USA
Product: Textilene
Availability: 80% and 90%
Dirty Resistant: High, Does Not Show Dirt
Longevity: 20+ Years
Washable: Easily with any detergent or pressure washer
Durability: Can Not tear (rip) it with your bare hands
Pet Resistant: Very Well
Popularity: 70%
BLACK 90% Fabric Solar Window Screen Installation Examples
my Video Product Eval: Through this video product eval I review using the denser 90% fabric for Texas Apartment multi-family solar screen installs.
Color: Mocha 90%
Manufacturer: Twitchell, Made in Alabama USA
Product: Textilene
Availability: 80% and 90%
Dirty Resistant: High, Does Not Show Dirt
Longevity: 20+ Years
Washable: Easily with any detergent or pressure washer
Durability: Can Not tear (rip) it with your bare hands
Pet Resistant: Very Well
Popularity: <5%
MOCHA 90% Fabric Solar Window Screens w/ Grid Patterns Installation Examples
Question : I want to dress up the solar screens, -can I get grid patterns on my solar screens?
& Answer : Yes, just let me know, and I will provide the pricing. It is roughly 30% more in cost. Please look through the pictures to see what grid patterns look like installed on multi-family properties.
Question : What parts of Texas do you offer your multi family apartment solar screen installation services for?
& Answer : Not for residential, but for multi family apartment solar window screen installations, I service our home base of Austin Texas and travel to Waco TX, San Marcos Texas, New Braunsfels TX, San Antonio Texas and Houston.
Question : What is better, the 80% or 90% fabric? What density do you recommend we use?
& Answer : The 90% gives you the BEST concealment. The 90% covers the windows the best to not be able to see through. See 90% apartment solar screen examples here. And 80% multi-family solar screen examples here. Experience has taught me that you want the darkest solar fabric to conceal the windows the most. The 80% fabric is great, but it does not totally hide the interior's belongings. The 90% fabric very much does conceal the windows the best. I strongly recommend the 90% sun shade fabric.
Question : Why would I want the solar screens for apartments? What are the benefits for getting multi-family solar window screens? Why would my multi-family apartment property benefit from the solar screens for windows?
& Answer : 1) The solar screens will drastically transform the look of the property. 2) The property's appearance will flow much better. 3) With a fresh paint job and solar screens, the multi-family property will look clean and uniform. 4) Overall, the property will have a cohesive appearance. 5) The sales team loves the solar screens because they conceal the tenants' windows, effectively hiding the mess inside each unit. 6) Additionally, the solar screens create a consistent look across the property, allowing it to show much better and enhancing its overall cleanliness and uniformity.
Question : Should we get spares? Should we get spare solar screens?
& Answer : Absolutely and I will council with you about this. Tenants WILL damage the screens, you CAN count on that. You will want spares to know what to charge the tenants when they damage them and also to have as readily available replacements.
Question : Can we EASILY source spare screens from you in the future?
& Answer : Yes, we create an account for you within our screen order system HobbsScreens.com which will have every size we used on your property. This easily will allow you to order at any point replacement screens. 2 years from now, or 10 years from now, your screen measurements will be recorded within our replacement screen website to easily order replacements. We try to make this all simple !!!
Question : Should I put the solar screens on all of the windows of our multi-family property?
& Answer : This is a matter of personal preference. You will definitely want to install solar screens on the visibly exposed windows. I can provide you with a pricing breakdown for all your options so you can decide what works best for you. In past projects, I have left off the hidden back windows, as well as the windows within the walkways. We can customize the project to suit your needs, focusing on what you think will look best and what fits within your budget.
Question : Can you ship your solar window screens? We have an apartment complex out of state that we would like the solar screens for, can you ship them to us? How do we measure for the solar screens? How do we make sure we would be getting screens that will fit our apartment complexes windows?
& Answer : Yes, I definitely ship solar screens for apartment buildings. I have a well-organized system for this process. I will work closely with your staff to take accurate measurements and ensure we have the correct quantities. Your staff can either install the screens themselves, or you can have your painters or landscapers handle the installation. Please contact me, and I will explain my shipping process, detail how I send the screens to you, and ensure that they will fit perfectly, so there are no issues upon arrival. I also ship large quantities of insect bug screens for windows and sliding door screens for sliding glass doors to multifamily complexes.
Question : Can a Solar Screen be installed on an apartment swing door? How about sliding doors for our apartment complex?
& Answer : Yes, when we are screening the windows for the entire apartment complex, we can also make and install solar screens for your swing doors and the sliding glass doors. I can make and install just sliding bug screens doors or sliding door solar screen doors along with a pocket to slide the door behind, shown as C below. This sliding solar screen door system provides shade coverage for the entire sliding door. See the following pictures.
Question : Our multifamily apartment complex is within the city limits of Austin TX, can I get an Austin Energy Rebate? How much of a $ Rebate $ should I expect to see / get?
& Answer : Yes, we can for sure get you an Austin Energy rebate. There are quite a few things that have to align to make that happen, like the property has to be ECAD Compliant and the property CAN NOT be on the City of Austin's repeat offenders list of violations. We can verify all this for you. Windows that qualify for the rebates have to fit many of the cities parameters like they can not be under a 6' or larger overhang. They have to face a certain direction. They can not be too close to another building. Lots of variables, all of which we will work out. When I see the property to work up pricing for it, I'll assess all this and give you an estimation as to what to expect back from Austin Energy in form of a rebate. The rebate actually goes to us, so when we bill you it will show that rebate as a deduction. To get an idea of amounts, on a $40,000 install, the rebate could be as high as $20,000, so that entire job would only cost you $20,000. The rebates also take a while to process, we are dealing with the city after all, and they never make anything smooth, quick or easy. You can expect about 45-60 days extra to add on to the project time just because of involving the city. With all that said, the rebates could be sizeable and well worth it.
Question : Do you use mitered (45 angle) cut corners or do you use plastic square cut corners?
& Answer : I build all of my screens with mitered corners. Failing to do so exposes the plastic corners, which can become brittle and break over time due to the harsh Texas sun. In my opinion, using exposed plastic corners is irresponsible. While they may be a cheap and easy option upfront—making them popular among many assemblers—it ultimately cuts corners, something I refuse to do. I prioritize quality and will not compromise on my standards.
Question : What size and thickness of framing do you use to make your apartment solar screens out of? Does the 1" wide heavy duty framing really make a big difference?
& Answer : I recommend using heavy-duty 1-inch framing for building solar screens instead of the 3/4-inch framing. However, I understand that the cost of 3/4-inch framing can add up significantly when purchased in large quantities. For screens that measure 35 inches by 70 inches or smaller, it's perfectly acceptable to use the 3/4-inch framing if budget is a major concern. For larger screen assemblies, we definitely recommend using the 1-inch framing for added durability. When I send you the proposal, I will include pricing for both options so you can compare them. Ultimately, the choice will be yours.
Question : To help keep the sun screens in place, do you additionally secure your solar shade screens? Tenants will mess with the solar screens, what can you do to help secure the solar window screens?
& Answer : I always secure the solar window screens using either casement clips or self-tapping screws to ensure they stay in place and cannot be easily removed by tenants. I often notice that many multi-family installations have missing screens because tenants have taken them down, which doesn't look good. In my experience inspecting work done by other installers, I've found that many do not take the extra step to secure the screens properly; they simply slide them in and walk away. That is not how I operate. I take extra precautions to ensure that my solar screens are securely attached to the windows of your apartment complexes. This way, they can withstand strong winds and are less likely to be dislodged by tenants.
