Cape Coral has more canal frontage than almost anywhere in the country, and Fort Myers is full of lanais and pool decks that face straight into the afternoon sun. After Hurricane Ian in 2022, Lee County homeowners rebuilt with an eye toward what survives storms. A retractable awning gives you shade on the water and nothing left out to catch the wind when a storm comes.
Best retractable awnings for Lee County
| Your home |
Recommended model |
| Cape Coral canal homes with long rear lanais |
Zeus™ full cassette, up to 40 ft in one unit |
| Sanibel, Captiva, Fort Myers Beach, Bonita Beach |
Apollo™ Full Cassette |
| Open, wind-exposed lots on the river or Gulf access canals |
Sunflexx® with wind sensor |
| West-facing lanais |
Helios™ |
| Restaurants and marinas |
Hercules™ |
Wind, permits and rebuilding
Southwest Florida's design wind speeds are among the highest outside South Florida, so no awning should be left out in a storm. We recommend motorized operation with a Somfy® wind sensor on every Lee County install. Cape Coral, Fort Myers, unincorporated Lee County and the islands each have their own permitting; homes rebuilt after Ian may also have elevation or flood-zone considerations for where an awning can mount. Check before you order.
Areas we serve
Fort Myers, Cape Coral, North Fort Myers, Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel, Captiva, Estero, Bonita Springs, Lehigh Acres, Pine Island, Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte.
Fort Myers & Cape Coral FAQ
How wide can a single retractable awning go? The Shademaker Zeus™ and Hercules™ reach 40 ft, enough to cover most Cape Coral lanais with one unit.
Will salt water canals damage the awning? Brackish and salt air corrode plated steel. Choose stainless hardware, powder-coated aluminum and a cassette or hood.
Can I add lights for evenings on the canal? Yes. The Zeus™, Apollo™, Helios™ and Hercules™ offer integrated LED lighting.
Get a quote
Call 1-800-AWNINGS (296-4647) or request a free quote. Read the Florida retractable awnings guide or see Fort Myers, Cape Coral & Naples awnings.
Retractable awnings near Fort Myers: Naples · Cape Coral · Bonita Springs · Estero · Fort Myers Beach
