FSI installs motorized retractable awnings for Puget Sound homeowners who want flexible shade and weather protection without building a permanent concrete structure.
A permanent pergola or patio cover is the right solution for some spaces. For others, a retractable awning delivers the shade and weather protection without the structural commitment.
Motorized retractable awnings extend and retract on demand. Sun on. Rain coming. Wind picks up. The right awning handles all three and cleans up when you do not need it.

FEATURE 1
Extend for shade and shelter. Retract to let the sun in or store the fabric between uses. No permanent visual profile on your home when not in use.

FEATURE 2
No electrical rough-in required in some configurations. Solar-powered motor option eliminates wiring coordination and keeps the install straightforward.

FEATURE 3
Every awning is specified to your opening, your fabric preference, and how you plan to use the space. The right configuration depends on your home and your site, not a standard box size.
The System

common questions
Sunpro motorized awnings include a manufacturer warranty covering the motor system, structural components, and fabric. Exact warranty terms should be confirmed with FSI at the time of proposal — manufacturer coverage can change, and FSI verifies current terms for every project. FSI adds its own labor warranty on the installation.
In Pacific Northwest conditions, a well-installed motorized awning — with proper wind sensor protection and correct retraction behavior in high wind — performs reliably over the long term without significant service needs. The most common service events are fabric cleaning, arm adjustment after severe weather, and motor service after years of use. FSI services the systems it installs.
Motorized retractable awning project costs vary by awning width, projection depth, fabric selection, and smart home integration requirements. Awnings are typically less expensive than pergola installations because there is no structural foundation, no post system, and no roof fabrication involved — the scope is limited to the wall mounting and the motorized awning assembly itself. However, custom wide awnings with premium fabric, integrated wind sensors, and smart home integration are meaningful investments. FSI provides a complete written proposal for every awning project with one number covering materials, motor system, installation, and integration. Contact FSI to schedule a consultation and discuss your awning application and budget.
Yes — Sunpro motorized awnings integrate with smart home platforms for app-based and voice-controlled operation through the Somfy myLink app, with compatibility for Amazon Alexa and Google Home. Common integrations include weather-triggered retraction when a wind sensor detects unsafe conditions, and scheduling awning operation alongside other smart home routines. FSI handles the smart home integration as part of the awning installation where integration is included in the scope. Customers with an existing smart home system should raise integration requirements during the consultation so the installation wiring accommodates the control connection from the start.
Furrion motorized awnings include wind sensor capability or manual retract guidance — the awning is designed for moderate-weather shade use, not permanent exposure in high-wind conditions. At sustained wind speeds above a specified threshold, the awning should be retracted to prevent arm stress and fabric damage. Wind sensors that automatically trigger retraction are available and FSI recommends them for installations in locations with frequent wind exposure. In Pacific Northwest conditions — where summer afternoons can be calm and fall days can include sustained wind events — the wind sensor is a practical addition that protects the awning investment over time. Retractable fabric awnings are not the same engineering specification as a structural pergola system and should not be deployed in conditions for which they are not rated.
Yes — a Furrion motorized awning can be added to any exterior wall or soffit that has adequate structural backing at the mounting point and access to electrical power for the motor. FSI assesses the mounting surface during a site visit before any proposal is written. The key requirements are a structural wood member or masonry surface at the mounting height to accept the mounting hardware load, and a power source within reasonable distance of the motor housing. Most residential exterior walls have adequate backing at standard floor and ceiling heights. Commercial applications may require different structural assessment depending on the exterior wall assembly. The awning fabric and arm dimensions are specified to the available extension width during the design consultation.
FSI installs Furrion motorized retractable awnings. Furrion is a technology brand with a product line that spans outdoor, marine, and RV applications — the motorized awning product is engineered to the durability standards of the outdoor and marine environments Furrion serves. The Furrion awning uses a tubular motor system within the roller housing, aluminum articulating arms, and UV-resistant solution-dyed acrylic fabric. The brand's background in marine and outdoor durability translates to an awning system designed for exterior exposure rather than a standard residential budget-oriented product. FSI's selection of Furrion reflects the same product quality standard applied to the rest of the outdoor living product line.
The key functional difference is deployment style, footprint, and intended weather performance. A retractable awning mounts to a wall and extends horizontally over an area adjacent to the building — a fabric shade system that retracts when not in use. A pergola is a freestanding or wall-attached structure with its own aluminum frame, roof system, and structural posts that define a dedicated outdoor space — it is a permanent architectural element. An awning is typically a lower-cost, faster-installation solution for shading a door, window, or small patio area where a full pergola footprint is not appropriate. A pergola defines and covers a larger outdoor room with more structural permanence, weather performance options, and integration potential for screens, kitchens, and technology. FSI installs both — the consultation determines which is appropriate for the specific application and budget.
A motorized retractable awning is a fabric shade system mounted to an exterior wall or soffit that extends outward on hinged aluminum arm assemblies when deployed and retracts flush against the mounting surface when not in use. The extension and retraction are controlled by an electric motor operated by remote, wall switch, or smart home app. Furrion motorized awnings — the brand FSI installs — use an internal tubular motor system housed in the roller housing at the mounting point. When deployed, the awning arms extend outward at a downward pitch and the fabric unfurls from the roller to its full extension, creating shade over a door, window, or outdoor seating area below. When retracted, the fabric rolls back onto the roller and the arms fold flush to the wall housing. Furrion is an established outdoor and marine technology brand known for motorized awning systems engineered for exterior durability.