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Storm Wind
Withstands wind speeds up to 150 MPH — full Category 4 hurricane rating, tested by the manufacturer to industry standards.
03 / 04 — Hurricane Screens
Storm-rated mesh.
Storm-rated mesh.
150 MPH winds.
Twitchell OmegaTex fabric — a UV-resistant, high-tensile material — paired with reinforced aluminum tracking. Open view, secure home, all from a remote. Hurricane protection that doesn't blind your home.
01 /150 MPH
150 MPH
Wind-Rated
Tested for Category 4 hurricane conditions.
02 /Twitchell
Twitchell
OmegaTex
High-tensile, UV-resistant woven mesh.
03 /Storm
Storm
Visibility
See out during a storm — unlike shutters.
04 /Insurance
Insurance
Discounts
Wind-mitigation savings on most coastal policies.
Hurricane-grade protection
Built for what the
Built for what the
coast actually delivers.
Hurricane-rated motorized screens give Carolina and Georgia coastal homes serious protection without the visual weight of traditional shutters. The mesh itself is Twitchell OmegaTex — a UV-resistant, high-tensile fabric — and the assembly slides into reinforced aluminum tracks engineered to hold the screen under load.
What makes them special: they protect against sun rays, wind, rain, hail, insects, and debris all at once. They block windborne projectiles but maintain visibility through the storm — a real advantage over solid shutters that turn the home into a dark box for 12+ hours during a hurricane event.
Beyond the storm benefits, the screens double as everyday UV protection — the same mesh that stops debris also blocks 95%+ of damaging UV rays. Most clients run them year-round on west-facing exposures and just leave them down for storm events.
- Cat-4 wind rating
- Insurance-eligible
- Motorized operation
Key features
Six-in-one protection,
Six-in-one protection,
operated from a remote.
Our hurricane-grade screens were designed to do the work of multiple products in one motorized system.
02
Wind-Borne Debris
Mesh tensile strength stops typical hurricane projectiles — the same logic as ballistic vest construction. Branches, lawn debris, roof tiles bounce off.
03
Rain & Hail
The tight weave breaks up driving rain and hail before it reaches the home's openings. Reduces water infiltration around windows and doors.
04
UV Protection
Built-in UV protection means the same screen that protects against storms also shades against summer sun — 95%+ UV block.
05
Insect & Debris
Year-round, the mesh keeps out leaves, dust, and most insects — a passive secondary benefit that keeps porches usable.
06
Remote Activation
One-button deployment from inside or outside. Smart-home integration available — schedule storm-prep automation or manual override.
Installation areas
Where hurricane
Where hurricane
screens fit best.
Hurricane-rated screens make the most sense where traditional shutters would be impractical (large openings) or visually unacceptable (high-end architecture). We install them on:
Most Common
Lanais & Pool Cages
Where shutters can't span the opening or would block the view year-round.
Open-Air
Screened Porches
Turn your existing screened porch into a storm-rated enclosure.
Garage
Garage Doors
Many coastal homes use them as a secondary garage-door barrier.
Commercial
Outdoor Kitchens
Protect built-in appliances and seating from wind-driven debris.
Vacation
Beach Houses
Critical for second homes that may sit empty when a storm rolls in — neighbor or property manager can deploy from a single remote.
Hospitality
Restaurants & Hotels
Coastal hospitality businesses use them for both storm protection and daily UV shade — ROI from year-round use.
How it works
From quote to install, all in-house.
Hurricane-rated systems require slightly longer lead times than standard screens — we build in extra structural reinforcement and certification time.
Step 01
Engineering Review
We measure each opening and assess the structural attachment points. Hurricane-rated screens require solid framing — we'll tell you up front if your structure needs reinforcement.
Step 02
Custom Fabrication
OmegaTex mesh is cut to your opening, reinforced tracks fabricated to spec, and certifications documented for your insurance carrier.
Step 03
Reinforced Install
Heavy aluminum tracks anchored into structural framing — not just trim. Motor housing painted to match your exterior.
Step 04
Storm-Drill
We run the screen up and down with you, cover storm-prep procedures, and provide certification paperwork for your insurer.
Insurance + ROI
Wind-mitigation discounts
Wind-mitigation discounts
that pay back the install.
Most coastal homeowners insurance carriers in South Carolina and Georgia offer significant premium discounts for impact-certified hurricane protection — often paying back a portion of the install cost over the life of the policy. Beyond the savings, hurricane-rated screens add daily UV control and significant resale value.
- Wind-mitigation insurance discounts — carrier-dependent, but typically 5–25% off coastal policy premium.
- Documentation included — we provide engineering certification paperwork for your insurer.
- Resale value boost — buyers in coastal markets specifically search for hurricane-protected homes.
- UV protection — protects interior fabrics, hardwood floors, and art from fading.
- Daily security — reinforced tracks make ground-floor break-ins much harder.
Our team has placed hurricane screens on insurance-policyholder homes from Wilmington to Savannah. Submit a recent insurance declarations page and we'll model the typical discount your carrier offers before you commit.
Client story
Isle of Palms beach house:
Isle of Palms beach house:
"Closed it from Charlotte."
The Carter family's beach house sits on the second row at Isle of Palms — owners live two hours inland in Charlotte and visit on weekends. Pre-ShadeCoast, they had to drive down and put up storm panels every time a tropical system formed in the Atlantic.
We installed hurricane-rated motorized screens on every windward-facing opening — porch, lanai, garage door — all controlled from a single hub with smart-home access. When Hurricane Idalia formed off Cuba in 2023, the family closed the entire house from their living room in Charlotte.
"It paid for itself the first time we didn't have to drive down to put up panels. Now we just close it from the app." — Carter family, Isle of Palms
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Common questions
Hurricane screen FAQ.
Things we walk every coastal client through during the on-site engineering visit.
Q · 01
How are they certified?
Twitchell OmegaTex fabric and our reinforced track system are tested to industry-standard impact and wind-load specifications. We provide documentation suitable for insurance underwriting.
Q · 02
Will I see out during a storm?
Yes — that's a key advantage over shutters. The mesh maintains visibility while blocking debris. The home stays bright (with daylight reduced) instead of going completely dark.
Q · 03
What if power fails during a storm?
Deploy the screens before the storm — they stay closed even when power fails. Manual override key included for backup operation.
Q · 04
Do I need them on every opening?
No. Most homes start with the windward-facing openings (typically east + south on the SC coast) and add others over time. Even partial coverage qualifies for many insurance discounts.
Q · 05
How are they different from regular shade screens?
The fabric is structurally tested for impact loads, the tracks are heavier-gauge aluminum, and the install requires anchoring into structural framing. Regular shade screens block sun; hurricane screens block sun + 150 MPH winds.
Q · 06
HOA restrictions?
Most coastal HOAs allow hurricane-rated motorized screens — they're nearly invisible when retracted into the header housing. We provide documentation and renderings for HOA approval if needed.
Recent Screen Installs
From the install portfolio.
Motorized storm and shade screens enclosing coastal porches and patios.
Hurricane screens
across the coast.
Myrtle BeachPawleys IslandCharlestonIsle of PalmsHilton HeadBlufftonSavannahCoastal SC & GA
Schedule before storm season
Get hurricane-grade
Get hurricane-grade
protection on your home.
A ShadeCoast specialist will assess your openings, recommend the right mesh and track system, and quote your project — free, on-site, no pressure.