Windermere's lakefront estates on the Butler Chain face wind that builds across open water. Larger homes often need 20 to 30 feet of coverage over a pool terrace, where a single wide full cassette awning looks cleaner than two smaller units.
1800Awnings builds and ships retractable awnings to Windermere from our Tampa facility. We carry the full Eastern Awning Systems line (Sunflexx® and SunScape®) and our own Shademaker™ series (Helios™, Apollo™, Zeus™ and Hercules™), in manual, motorized, semi-cassette and full-cassette versions.
Best retractable awnings for Windermere
| Your home |
Recommended model |
Why |
| Sheltered patios and screened lanais |
Eastern SunScape® |
Best value: solid American-made frame from about $3,064 |
| Lakefront, hilltop or open lots |
Eastern Sunflexx® |
Shock-absorbing shoulder joint handles storm gusts across open ground and water |
| Pool decks and wide rear patios |
Shademaker Zeus™ |
Full cassette up to 40 ft wide in one unit |
| West-facing patios |
Shademaker Helios™ |
Tilt the front bar to cut late-afternoon sun |
| Restaurants, clubhouses and venues |
Shademaker Hercules™ |
Up to 40 ft wide with 16'-6" projection |
Wind, weather and permits in Windermere
Design wind speeds in the Orlando area run roughly 130–140 mph, far beyond what any fabric awning can handle extended. No retractable awning is a hurricane product. Inland, the everyday threat isn't salt but pop-up thunderstorms and lightning: calm patios can see strong gusts within minutes, which is why a Somfy® wind sensor matters here. Wind speeds are approximate. Your building department can confirm the values for your address.
Permit requirements vary by jurisdiction. Check with your city or the Orange County building department before installing, and plan on HOA or architectural review in most communities. Motorized awnings may also need an electrical permit. We supply specs, colors and product documentation for your applications.
Why Windermere homeowners choose 1800Awnings
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Factory-direct from Tampa. We build the Shademaker™ series in our own facility at 4608 N Hale Ave, so there's no dealer markup.
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National Master Dealer for Eastern Awning Systems, the American-made Sunflexx® and SunScape®.
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Built for Florida. Somfy® motors and wind sensors, Sunbrella® fabrics, stainless hardware and full-cassette options.
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Free shipping to Windermere, typically 2–3 weeks from order, with financing from 0% APR.
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Help with permits and HOAs. We supply specs, colors and product documentation for your applications.
Areas we serve around Windermere
Windermere, Isleworth, Keene's Pointe, Lake Butler, Dr. Phillips, Gotha and Horizon West, and the rest of Orange County.
Windermere retractable awning FAQ
Do I need a coastal-grade awning in Windermere?
Salt isn't the main issue inland, so a hood or cassette is optional for sheltered patios. Heat and storm gusts are the main issues. Put your money into a motor and wind sensor first.
Will an awning really cool my patio?
Yes. Shade lowers the surface temperature of the patio and the wall behind it, and can reduce heat gain through sliding doors and windows.
How much does a retractable awning cost in Windermere?
At 1800Awnings, retractable awnings start at about $3,064 (Eastern SunScape®), $3,473 (Eastern Sunflexx®), $4,322 (Shademaker Zeus™), $4,655 (Shademaker Helios™), $5,639 (Shademaker Apollo™) and $9,477 (Shademaker Hercules™), with free shipping to Windermere. Final cost depends on size, motorization, sensors, lighting and installation.
Get a free quote in Windermere
Tell us your address, patio width and depth, and which way it faces, and we'll recommend the right model and send a quote. Call 1-800-AWNINGS (296-4647) or request a free quote online.
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