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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.
Hurricane Screens in Charleston, SC
Rated mesh that stops wind-borne debris and still lets light through. Motorized for porches and window walls, or fixed panels that clip on before a warning.
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
Rated mesh for big Charleston openings.
Screened porches, window walls facing the marsh, and wide sliders are the openings that traditional shutters handle badly. A hurricane screen spans them in one piece, absorbs impact by deflecting rather than resisting, and on a motorized system can be deployed from inside the house or from a phone.
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.
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Wind-Borne Debris
Mesh tensile strength stops typical hurricane projectiles — the same logic as ballistic vest construction. Branches, lawn debris, roof tiles bounce off.
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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.
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UV Protection
Built-in UV protection means the same screen that protects against storms also shades against summer sun — 95%+ UV block.
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Insect & Debris
Year-round, the mesh keeps out leaves, dust, and most insects — a passive secondary benefit that keeps porches usable.
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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 across the Carolina coast. 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
★★★★★
"Excellent company. They wanted us 100% satisfied. Highly recommend."SJJ & Candace Huggins Google Review
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"Communication was excellent the entire time. Would absolutely use them again."Terry Byron Google Reviews
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.
Q · 07
When should I order hurricane screens in Charleston?
Before the season, not during it. Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 through November 30, and hurricane-rated screens take longer to build than standard screens because of the structural reinforcement and documentation. Once a storm is in the forecast, it is too late to order.
Q · 08
Can I close my hurricane screens after I have evacuated?
With app control, yes, as long as the house still has power and an internet connection when you close them. The safer plan is to close them before you leave. The screens stay closed even if the power fails later, and a manual override is included.
Q · 09
Do hurricane screens need approval downtown or from my HOA?
They can. Visible exterior changes to properties in the City of Charleston’s historic districts can require Board of Architectural Review approval, and communities such as Kiawah Island, Seabrook Island, and Daniel Island run their own design review. We provide documentation and renderings for the application.
Q · 10
Hurricane screens or shutters for a Charleston home?
Screens are best on big openings like screened porches, window walls, and wide sliders, where shutters span badly or would block the view. Roll-down or colonial shutters are often the better fit on standard windows. Many homes use both. We walk every opening with you and recommend one or the other.
Charleston hurricane screen notes
Hurricane screens
Hurricane screens
on Charleston homes.
Where rated mesh is the right call locally.
- Screened porches — protect an entire porch, and the doors and windows inside it, with one motorized screen across the opening.
- Marsh-view glass — Johns Island and Kiawah homes with walls of glass facing the water keep daylight during a storm instead of boarding up.
- Remote owners — motorized screens with app control let IOP and Seabrook owners secure the house from off-island.
- Combination systems — many homes pair hurricane screens on the porch with roll-downs or colonials on the street-facing windows.
Order before the season. Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 through November 30. Hurricane-rated screens take longer to build than standard screens because of the structural reinforcement and documentation, so once a storm is in the forecast it is too late to order. Winter and early spring are the time to measure.
Evacuation and the bridges. The barrier islands and much of coastal Charleston County sit in hurricane evacuation zones, and leaving the islands means crossing a bridge or causeway with everyone else. Screens that close from a switch or an app mean you are not up on a ladder when you should be on the road.
A high-wind coast. Coastal Charleston County is a high-wind, wind-borne-debris region, so rated, documented products matter here. We provide the certification paperwork for your insurer.
Historic districts and HOAs. On the peninsula, visible exterior changes in the historic districts can require Board of Architectural Review approval, and many island and planned communities have their own design review. Build that time into the schedule along with fabrication.
Recent Screen Installs
From the install portfolio.
Motorized storm and shade screens enclosing coastal porches and patios.
Hurricane screen installs
across greater Charleston.
Charleston
Mount Pleasant
Daniel Island
Isle of Palms
Sullivan's Island
James Island
Folly Beach
Johns Island
Kiawah Island
Seabrook Island
West Ashley
North Charleston
Summerville
Goose Creek
Hanahan
Moncks Corner
Schedule before storm season
Protected, and still
Protected, and still
looking at the water.
A ShadeCoast specialist measures the openings and quotes fixed or motorized hurricane screens at your Charleston-area home, at no cost.