Betterliving Fixed Awning Installation

Solar Shades for Windows in York & Surrounding Communities

Your home can quickly turn into a steaming hot greenhouse if you’re not careful about blocking the sun’s rays on cloudless days. This is an important key to keeping your home comfortable and reducing your heating and cooling costs, even during the winter months. Solar shade installation is one of the fastest and most affordable ways to make your home more energy-efficient, and Garrety Home Pros is your source for solar shades as well as solar shades throughout South Central PA and Northern Maryland.

The Benefits of Betterliving External Shades

When the sun is shining, its light pours through your windows and heats up your home. But those same windows trap the heat inside, which can make things pretty uncomfortable in the hot summer months. This is called the greenhouse effect, and it can happen anywhere that has unprotected windows.

Solar shade installation means you have protection from the sun’s rays. This means a cooler, more efficient home, and it also means protection from fading for your furniture and hardwood flooring.

The best part about solar shades for windows is that they will eventually pay for themselves.

Increase Your Privacy

You make a relatively small investment up-front to get the Betterliving external shades you need, and then you see your cooling bill get lower and lower — delivering savings that will cover the cost of solar shade installation over time.

Not only can solar shade installation help you save money, but it can also create increased privacy for your home. You can see out through solar shades, but others cannot see inside. Choose the fabric and color scheme you like best, and enjoy the home-enhancing attractiveness of solar shades, too.

Your Betterliving External Shade Options

You can enjoy motorized operation when you choose Betterliving external shades. Raise or lower all of your extrior solar shades at once using a common operator, or choose separate operators to give you greater flexibility in raising some while lowering others to best block the sun’s light. Choose from between two models:

Solar Shade Series I: These Betterliving external shades travel down a track when raising and lowering.
Solar Shade Series II: These Betterliving external shades also travel down a track, but they include a zipper that allows you to close off your porch or patio from mosquitos and other insects.

No matter what series you choose, you can select your choice of fabric from among acrylic, PVC-coated polyester and fiberglass screen. When choosing polyester or fiberglass screen, you can also choose the level of opacity, from five to 40 percent, depending on how much light you want to let inside your home.

What Our Clients Say About Us

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Tamara Mahkovec

5 days ago

Rick Geiner

1 week ago

Anatolii was great. He was quick and worked neatly. He was very respectful of my home. The windows look amazing. Thank you.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Rick! We're glad to hear that Anatolii provided great service and left your windows looking amazing. We appreciate your feedback!

Bob Sawchuck

1 week ago

Garrety did a 1st Class job replacing 3 of my sunroom windows and a large stationary door window. Keith provided a very reasonable quote and was very considerate in scheduling the work, particularly due to some special requirements that I needed. Anatolii was quick, professional, and very meticulous cleaning up after the job. Garrety Home Pros are a pleasure to deal with and I HIGHLY recommend them for your home needs.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Bob! We appreciate your kind words about Keith and Anatolii. It's great to hear you had a positive experience with us, and we’re grateful for your recommendation!

Don Snyder

1 week ago

Outstanding service and quality work. Jeff our salesman was very professional and explained the qualities of our new awning in great detail which assisted us in making the correct buying decision.
Tyler one of our installers was also very professional and had great customer service as did all those who were also involved in our installation. We are very appreciative of the quality of our awning and the 5 star plus level of customer service and attention to details.
Don and Cheryl Snyder

Response from the owner:Hi Don! We appreciate your review, and we're pleased to hear that Jeff, Tyler, and the crew provided 5-star service!

Linda Evans

3 weeks ago

We had screens replaced for our windows, great service!

김현표

3 weeks ago

Brian did all done perfectly. He showed the professional for my project. I highly recommend him for your next project.

Russell Workman

4 weeks ago

They did a great job repairing my window that I took to them. They were also able to make exact matches to the shelves I also took to them. Nice and professional people to work with. I would definitely recommend them to anyone that needs glasswork.

Response from the owner:Hi, Russell! We're glad that we could be of assistance!! Thank you for the review.

Karen

1 month ago

We are delighted with our Garrety built 4 season sunroom. Colt Epley and his crew did an incredible job in spite of the weather they had to endure.Shannon worked tirelessly with him. each day. First off they had to shovel their way into the build site as it was the first big snow,two more snows followed but the work never stopped.This last week it rained, snow showered and misted the work never stopped. They dug 3 foot deep holes in frozen ground. Colt communicated with us on a daily basis. keeping us informed of progress as well as what was coming. The men were polite respectful of us ,plants and property. They continued to be patient with all.our questions and were very knowledgeable. They took pride in their work, paid attention to details and cleaned up everyday, left the work site neat and organized. We highly recommend Garrety home Pros for their high quality materials and excellent craftsmanship. Thanks again Colt Epley and Crew.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Karen! We're so glad to hear you are delighted with your sunroom. Colt and his crew, along with Shannon, truly went above and beyond despite the challenging weather. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we appreciate your kind words about their hard work and dedication.

joe sierzega

1 month ago

Excellent workmanship

Response from the owner:Thank you, Joe! We appreciate your kind words about our workmanship. Your support means a lot to us.

Charles Schleyer

1 month ago

Just had a 3-season room installed. Great job for the Garrety team, including Jeff in sales and Tony on the install team. The room looks great.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Charles! We're glad to hear you love your new 3-season room. Kudos to Jeff and Tony for their excellent work. We appreciate your support!

John Nolan

2 months ago

Garrety glass is great to deal with, scheduling our repair was easy and the serviceman who installed the glass did a professional job. Call Garrety for you glass needs

Response from the owner:Thanks, John, for your kind review! I'm glad we could be of assistance.

Gregory Boccia

2 months ago

Top notch team. Tyler had clear communication throughout the build and Gary was my salesman who kept me informed. Up next is my basement.

Response from the owner:Thank you for reaching out to us. We'll pass on your compliments to Tyler and Gary. We look forward to working with you on your basement in the future!! Thanks again!

Jeffrey Wilhour

2 months ago

Response from the owner:Thanks, Jeffrey, for the 5-star review. We appreciate it!

Thomas Barton

2 months ago

We have used Garett Glass before and they were 5 star then. They did a great job cutting a custom piece of glass for us.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Thomas! We're glad to hear that you had another great experience with Garett Glass and that you loved the custom piece we created for you. Your support means a lot to us!

Robert Krebs

2 months ago

My wife wanted to replace our old sunroom with a new one for quite some time. While reading our newspaper, I noticed the Garrety ad. It had a picture of a sunroom that I really liked. I decided to make a call to get an estimate. Dan was very prompt in getting back to me. He was able to work with us until we agreed on a design. Ben and his installers did an awesome job in getting the installation completed. They were able to get it done before Christmas even after I was told they would not be able to. My wife and I are very happy with our four season sunroom and we highly recommend Garrety!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Robert! We're glad to hear you and your wife are so happy with your new sunroom. We're proud of Dan and Ben for their excellent work and dedication to ensuring everything was completed before Christmas. Your recommendation means a lot to us!

Robert Krebs

2 months ago

My wife and I waited a long time to replace our old sunroom for a new one so that we could use it year round. I saw your add in our newspaper and it caught my attention especially for a nice discount.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Robert, for sharing your experience! We're glad our ad caught your attention and that you're excited about your new sunroom. Enjoy using it year-round!

Reid Johnson

2 months ago

Great job as always

Response from the owner:Thank you, Reid! We appreciate your kind words and are glad to hear you had a great experience with us.

Susan Marshall

2 months ago

Garrety did a great job fixing my screen. The turnaround time was very quick and the price was reasonable.

Response from the owner:Thanks, Susan! We're glad we could help!

Nate H

2 months ago

This is the second house I've had that we have had Garrety do glass work in. This time they replaced our glass in our big picture window and installed new glass surround for our shower. They are by far the best and friendliest company. I know what kind of service I will receive from them and they never disappoint. From their sales, templating, and installers they are pleasant to work with. Will continue to use them in the future and always recommend them.

Response from the owner:Hi Nate! We appreciate your kind words and we're glad to have the opportunity to work with you! Thank you!

Linda Bennett

3 months ago

We had a great experience with Garrety Home Pros. Marc and Ian were excellent to work with and the sunroom met all of our expectations. They finished construction 2 weeks early as a bonus. Would highly recommend!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Linda! We're so glad to hear you had a great experience with us. It's wonderful to know that Marc and Ian contributed to making your sunroom meet your expectations, and finishing early is always a nice bonus. We appreciate your recommendation!

Nancy Harris

3 months ago

Ahka Gene were very good with my windows

Response from the owner:Thank you, Nancy, for your kind words about Ahka Gene and their work on your windows! We're glad to hear you had a positive experience.

Dan Messinger

3 months ago

Very pleased with the work that Cheston, Ryan, Charles, and Gary did. Very professional, and appreciated their cleanup upon finishing the installation. Thanks!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Dan! We're glad to hear you were pleased with the team's work and their professionalism. We appreciate your feedback!

Steven Funck

3 months ago

Alika, Gene, and Mason. Were outstanding, they did a beutiful job and were friendly and professional. Thank you for your great service.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Steven! We're glad to hear that Alika, Gene, and Mason provided you with outstanding service. Your kind words mean a lot to us!

Richard Walston

3 months ago

The tech was on time, repaired my window with minimal disruption to our day.
I highly recommend Garrety Home Pros.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Richard! We try our best to get in and get out without inconveniencing our customers. We're glad we succeeded!

Anita Kattapuram

3 months ago

Our dusty screened in porch was converted into an all season sun room recently. Corey was very instrumental in getting the job started and completed on time. Tony and his crew were outstanding in everything they did. They showed up on time every day, were very meticulous and dedicated to their work. Special thanks to Tony for the leadership he displayed in getting this job done before Xmas. I would recommend Garrety Home Pros to anyone that is interested in building a new sunroom or renovating an existing one.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Anita! We're glad to hear that you loved your new sunroom and appreciate your kind words about Corey and Tony's leadership and dedication. Your recommendation means a lot to us!

Samuel Bongiovano

3 months ago

We have used Garrety Home Pros for three projects now with a full sunroom and deck the latest project. Gary our salesman worked patiently with us as we decided whether to get just a deck, 2, 3 or year around sunroom. He explained all options and we eventually went with an all season room with a small deck. Dalton the installer did an excellent job in building the room and deck. He took the time to explain what he was doing and made some recommendations that would have never occurred to us and we chose to take his advice. While building the sunroom he built temporary steps so that our new decking would not be damaged or dirtied during construction. We are very pleased with home the sunroom and deck turned out and would highly recommend Garrety Home Pros and their great team.

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for putting your trust in Garrety, Samuel! We're thrilled to hear that Mike and Blake did an excellent job with your window and sliding door installation, and that you found them to be professional and courteous. We look forward to continuing to exceed customer expectations with our people and products.

Tammy Brodbeck

4 months ago

Very happy with the whole process of getting a new front door and screen door. Everyone was great to work with from sales to the installers Alika and Gene. Great Work from all!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Tammy! We're glad to hear you had a positive experience with the new front door and screen door. Alika and Gene appreciate your kind words, and we truly value your feedback!

Kathy Bailey

4 months ago

Thank you Garrety Team for making our sunroom dream come true! We love our new room! The salesman, office support and building crew were all awesome! We wasted no time decorating. Now the room looks like it's always been there. Shout out to Mark, Ian, Dean, Tiffany &Jordan! Most appreciated 👍

Response from the owner:Thank you, Kathy! We're so glad to hear that you love your new sunroom and that the team made the process enjoyable for you. Your shout-out to everyone is greatly appreciated, and it’s wonderful to know that you wasted no time decorating. Enjoy your beautiful new space!

P Warburton

4 months ago

We had 61 windows that were fogged and lost their seal. We had prior estimates to do glass replacement but the prior company declined to take on our job out of fear that the glass would not match. We then considered window replacement; however the cost was more than we wanted to spend. Garrety Home Pros was referred to us by a neighbor. They came out and gave us a very detailed explanation of their process, took window measurements, matched our glass. We were extremely satisfied with the completed product. Glass matched, clean work and extremely professional and polite crew.

Response from the owner:Thank you, for sharing your experience with Garrety Home Pros! We're glad to hear that our team provided you with detailed explanations and matched your glass perfectly. Your satisfaction means a lot to us, and we appreciate your kind words about our crew's professionalism and work quality.

David Sadnavitch

4 months ago

The 3 Season Porch is amazing. It is well crafted and expertly put together. The workers (Mark and Ian) were phenomenal. They were highly professional and kept us informed all along the process. I would highly recommend this team for any future customer projects.

Response from the owner:Thank you, David! We're glad to hear you love your 3 Season Porch and appreciate the hard work of Mark and Ian. Your recommendation means a lot to us!

Jean Vardjan

4 months ago

Nice job! We will enjoy shower for years.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Jean! We're so glad to hear you’re happy with your new shower!

david scott

4 months ago

Garrety Home Pros provided us with true satisfaction and confidence in their products, from the salesman Jeff Miller to the crew chief Tony. Their in-depth planning and execution of our 4 Track Porch and Patio System was done in a professional manner.

Response from the owner:Thank you, David, for your wonderful feedback! We're glad to hear that you had a satisfying experience with our team, including Jeff and Tony, on your 4 Track Patio System project.

Mike D.

4 months ago

Good on time consultation regarding my future sliding patio door, can't wait to see the final project done!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Mike! We're glad to hear you had a good consultation and are excited about your future sliding patio door project. We can't wait to see it completed either!

Micahlyn Riggs

4 months ago

I had a fantastic experience with Garrety Glass! The front desk staff is extremely friendly and kindhearted! I enjoyed chatting with them as they helped me determine what kind of glass I needed for my project. They genuinely cared about my customer experience as they took adequate time to ensure my satisfaction. The turnaround time was fast and the price was very reasonable! I’m thrilled with the high quality work they produced!! I will be a lifetime customer of Garrety Glass and will always refer others!!

Response from the owner:We're so grateful for your kind words, Micahlyn! It was a pleasure assisting you with your project and we're delighted that you're pleased with our service and quality. Looking forward to serving you again in the future!

Theresa Pasko

5 months ago

Garrety Glass did a great job installing our new deck! It's a very solidly constructed deck! We can't wait to stain it later this year! The only thing is that the drainage piping was removed to put the new deck in and the rain water is not draining properly and causing a swamp area in my yard where they removed the pipe. I can't mow there anymore without getting stuck.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Theresa! We're so glad to hear that you’re happy with the deck installation by Garrety Glass, and we can't wait to see how it looks once you stain it later this year!

Larry Schulze

5 months ago

We were very pleased with Garrety Glass and the conversion of our screened in porch to a 4 season porch. From the onset, everyone was very friendly and helpful. Granted we had to wait a little longer than I was expecting to have the work done, but that just means that they are a popular company. In addition, Tony and his installation team did a fantastic job and kept us informed as progress was made. Additionally, Tony notified us about an issue with the transom glass and that it would need to be reordered. We were not exactly happy to hear it, but it was nice to see that Tony took pride in his work and wanted us to have the very best product. I would recommend Garrety Glass if you either want a conversion or a totally new enclosure.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Larry, for your wonderful feedback! We're glad to hear you were pleased with the conversion of your porch and that Tony and his team kept you informed throughout the process. Your recommendation means a lot to us!

Andrea Hartranft

5 months ago

We had an awning installed on our balcony. The product is top notch and amazing. I love that you can get any parts replaced in the future instead of having to replace the whole thing. The quality is better than any of the others we looked at. The service was great. The installation process was also great. Really quality product with great service sums this company up. I also love that the product is made locally. Can’t say enough good things about this company and their service!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Andrea! We're so happy to hear you love your new awning and appreciate the quality and service we strive to provide. Your support for our locally made products means a lot to us!

Michael Stamm

5 months ago

High quality installed by skilled craftsmen.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Michael, for your kind words about the quality of our work and the skills of our craftsmen; we appreciate your feedback!

ajtirella

5 months ago

My wife and I had wanted a three season room for a couple of years. This year we investigated contractors and determined that Garrety Home Pros is the company we should go with. We were right! The did an amazing job. They handled all the paperwork and permits. From Roy who put the job and quote together for us to Tiffany who coordinated the job and to Marc and his professional crew who did the installation, all we can say is thank you. When it was determined that the flooring we chose did not do well with temperature changes, Kyle found another floor that worked. Garrety picked up the additional cost. I never recommend a company to friends. Garrety is the exception to that rule. I would recommend them to anyone needing any type of outdoor enclosure. Excellent service, excellent communication, excellent workmanship, unbeatable price. 10 out of 10. Thank you.
Tony and Lori

Response from the owner:Thank you, Ajtirella, for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that you and your wife had a great experience with Garrety Home Pros and that our team, including Roy, Tiffany, Marc, and Kyle, could assist you every step of the way.

Jessica Williams

5 months ago

I can’t say enough good things about Garrety Home Pros. I knew when I met Gary that we were in the right hands to build our deck. There were extra details to coordinate prior to project start that Gary dealt with quickly and effectively. Gary listened to what we wanted and made us feel confident in what we could expect.

Our project was not easy and came with some hurdles that delayed the timeline and that I’m sure frustrated the team. But Tyler and the team showed up with smiles and worked through the roadblocks to build us the most beautiful deck and install a sliding glass door that now provides the best view in the house. Everyone who has seen it is blown away at the quality and aesthetic it adds to our property.

Thank you Garrety Home Pros!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Jessica! We're so glad to hear that you had a positive experience with Gary, Tyler, and the team. Your kind words about the deck and sliding glass door mean a lot to us. We appreciate your trust and support!

Benjamin Judd

5 months ago

Reliable and trustworthy

Response from the owner:Thank you, Benjamin, for your kind words; we appreciate your trust and are glad to hear you find us reliable!

Jarrett McLane

5 months ago

I wasn't in a rush, but the whole process was surprisingly quick – ordered and installed in under 2 weeks. Mike was friendly and an excellent installer. Will likely look to have some more windows repaired in the spring.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Jarrett! We're glad to hear that the process was quick and that Mike provided excellent service. We look forward to assisting you with more window repairs in the spring!

Jenn Mitchell

5 months ago

Garrety Glass was a pleasure to work with. The staff was polite and professional and everything was fast and easy from estimate through install. The new window looks fabulous and we absolutely recommend this company for anyone looking to fix or replace windows.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Jenn! We're so glad to hear you had a great experience with Garrety Glass and that you're happy with your new window. Your recommendation means a lot to us!

D H

5 months ago

Very clean work. Thank you very much

Response from the owner:Thank you, D! We're glad you appreciated the clean work and your kind words mean a lot to us.

Nic Shimmel

5 months ago

Replacement glass for my bay window looks seamless and clean. Replacement window and frame for a basement window looks stunning.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Nic, for your wonderful feedback! We're glad to hear that the replacement glass and window frame exceeded your expectations.

Matt Reed

5 months ago

Received a quote and scheduled repair within minutes. Quick and quality repair! Highly recommend!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Matt, for your kind words and recommendation! We're glad to hear you had a quick and quality repair experience.

benedicta amoateng

6 months ago

Garetty Home Pros are the best, from consultation to construction and finishing was a breeze and delivered top-notch service. Tiffany and Kevin were always there to answer any questions and concerns: not forgetting our salesman Don.We love our sunroom and love Tony and Micheal who are amazing, thank you kindly for our sunroom ❤️

Response from the owner:Thank you for your feedback! We're so glad you had a smooth experience with our team, and we'll be sure to pass along your kind words to Tiffany, Kevin, Tony, and Michael. Enjoy your beautiful sunroom!

blaine hench

6 months ago

Response from the owner:Thank you for your 5-star review!

Steve F

6 months ago

Screen repair work is top notch. Also very reasonable. Good local company with fine customer service.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Steve, for your kind words! We're glad you appreciated our screen repair work and customer service. Your support means a lot to us!

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Choose Garrety Home Pros for Exterior Solar Shades

At Garrety Home Pros, we deliver a range of home products in York, PA and the surrounding communities. We can deliver when you need a sunroom, shower enclosure, canopy or solar shade installation. With more than 25 years of experience, we know how to best meet your needs. Contact us today about getting Betterliving external shades for your home or business.

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Solar Shades for Windows in York & Surrounding Communities

The Benefits of Betterliving External Shades

Increase Your Privacy

Your Betterliving External Shade Options

What Our Clients Say About Us

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